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Tottenham Hotspur youngster Mikey Moore has been sidelined since October due to an illness that has raised concerns among fans.

The 17-year-old attacker, who has had a breakthrough season under manager Ange Postecoglou, impressed during pre-season and earned eight senior appearances across all competitions before his illness struck.

‘Outstanding’ Moore earned the praise of manager Ange Postecoglou with his performances, which saw him even go ahead of Timo Werner in the pecking order at one point.

His last appearance came in Spurs’ League Cup clash against Manchester City, and since then, he has missed 14 matches—a significant setback in his young career.

Dr Rajpal Brar shares latest on Mikey Moore

Injury expert Dr. Rajpal Brar has now weighed in on the teenager’s condition, shedding light on the potential impact of the illness on Moore’s fitness.

Dr. Brar’s comments suggest that Moore’s recovery may take longer than initially anticipated, with the illness likely affecting his physical conditioning and readiness for match action.

Discussing the player’s illness, he told Tottenham News:

“This really comes down to what he has or hasn’t been able to do while ill.

“If he’s been in bed and not eating, then that can significantly impact his fitness levels and conditioning which requires a longer runway.

“Based on his absence, it does sound on the more severe side and he may still be out for multiple games.“

Mikey Moore – Tottenham’s rising star

Mikey Moore’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. Joining Tottenham’s academy at the age of nine, the youngster quickly climbed through the ranks, becoming a standout player for the U17 and U18 teams.

During his time with the U18s, Moore scored an astounding 19 goals and provided 13 assists in just 24 games, showcasing his immense talent. He made history in May 2024 by becoming Tottenham’s youngest-ever Premier League player at just 16 years and 277 days.

Likened to Neymar, he is considered one of the biggest talents emerging out of the academy since Harry Kane.

Tottenham supporters will hope that Moore’s illness is not a long-term issue and that he can continue his path toward becoming a top-class player for the club.

Tottenham Hotspur have officially announced their first signing of 2025, securing highly-rated goalkeeper Antonín Kinský from Slavia Prague for a reported fee in excess of £10 million. The move addresses the club’s immediate need for reinforcements in goal amid a growing injury crisis.

The North London club have faced significant challenges between the posts this season. First-choice goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is sidelined with a fractured ankle, leaving a depleted pool of options.

While Forster stepped in for several matches, Brandon Austin was handed a rare start against Newcastle, emphasising on the need for reinforcements.

The need to bolster the goalkeeping position has been seen as a priority for Spurs, with Sky Sports reporting yesterday that the North London club are closing in on the signing of Antonín Kinský.

Fabrizio Romano also reported that the club are on the verge of signing the goalkeeper who arrived in London to undergo his medical, with verbal agreement done between all parties.

“Tottenham are on the verge of signing Slavia Prague GK Antonín Kinsky, he’s in London today for medical to follow — as @infotbal reveals.Verbal agreement done between all parties involved including player side, Kinski should undergo medical after today’s game..”

The transfer expert shared another update today, confirming that all documents have been completed, paving the way for the 21-year-old to officially become Tottenham’s first signing of 2025.

He took to X to share the following:

“Tottenham completed all the documents for first 2025 signing, Antonin Kinsky. 2003 born goalkeeper will join from Slavia Prague for fee in excess of £10m, contract now also completed.

More players are being targeted by Spurs for upcoming days/weeks.”

And the club made the deal official, announcing the player earlier today on their official website and social media channels.

Tottenham expected to make more signings this month

Romano’s update will come as a boost for Tottenham as Spurs gear up to have a big transfer window.

The injuries have forced Spurs to enter the market and do early business to add depth to their squad.

With a goalkeeper sorted, they are now expected to look at bolstering the defence with 3 centre-backs out injured. Another attacker will also be seen as a key position to address.

Atalanta defender Ben Godfrey has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months.

The 26-year-old has struggled for regular game time at the Italian club and he has played a total of 93 minutes of first-team football this season. Clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and Ipswich were keen on securing his services this month.

Fabrizio Romano has now confirmed that Ipswich are set to sign the player loan. The defender has already completed his medical with the club and the two clubs are expected to complete the formalities soon.

Spurs were hoping to add more depth to their defensive unit, and the development will certainly come as a blow for them. Godfrey would have been an inexpensive addition for them on loan during the second half of the season.

Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven are currently sidelined with injuries and Tottenham need a partner for Radu Dragusin.

Godfrey has not been at his best for the Italian club, but a move to the Premier League could bring out the best in him. He has previously shown his quality in English football. A fresh start will be ideal for the defender.

Godfrey could help Ipswich improve

Meanwhile, Ipswich are fighting for survival in the Premier League and they have looked quite vulnerable defensively. They needed to sign a quality central defender, and it will be interesting to see if you Godfrey can make an instant impact and help them tighten up at the back.

Tottenham will need to plug the gaps in the defence before the January transfer window closes, and it remains to be seen whether they decide to move on to other targets now.

Meanwhile, the 26-year-old defender will now look to get his career back on track with regular football in England.

Tottenham are looking for defensive reinforcements in this January’s transfer window after a major injury crisis in that department this season.

It’s been a hugely challenging campaign for Spurs so far, and Ange Postecoglou has been rather unlucky to have the likes of Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven out for so long.

Sources have now informed CaughtOffside that this could lead Tottenham to pursue a deal for Udinese centre-back Thomas Kristensen this month, as he’s likely to be available for around £16.5million.

Tottenham closing in on FIRST January signing!

Leicester City and Bayer Leverkusen have also shown an interest in Kristensen after his recent strong performances in Serie A, CaughtOffside understands, but Tottenham clearly have an urgent need for a signing like this.

Thomas Kristensen to Tottenham transfer looks like one to watch

It’s currently felt that the strongest interest is coming from Tottenham, but it could remain an interesting saga to watch as other clubs might be able to better guarantee the 22-year-old regular playing time in the long term.

Even if Spurs need cover in defence right now, Kristensen might find it hard to establish himself as a regular starter once the likes of Romero and Van de Ven return to full fitness.

Leicester could perhaps be a better bet in that regard, though of course it could also be a bit of a gamble heading to the King Power Stadium while the Foxes look like they’re in a relegation battle.

New manager Ruud van Nistelrooy will no doubt want signings to boost his side’s hopes of staying up, but it won’t be easy to persuade top players to join when results and performances aren’t going well.

Kristensen looks a promising young defender and it would be exciting to see him test himself in the Premier League in the next phase of his career.

Tottenham Hotspur have suffered a major blow with Destiny Udogie ruled out for eight weeks after sustaining a thigh injury during their 2-2 draw against Wolves.

The setback is the latest in a string of injuries that have plagued Ange Postecoglou’s squad this season.

The 22-year-old left-back, who had only recently returned from a hamstring injury, was forced off after 50 minutes at Molineux.

Fresh blow for Tottenham: Destiny Udogie out for 2 months

Manager Ange Postecoglou confirmed after the match that the injury was due to the heavy workload placed on a depleted squad (quotes via Football London):

“Yeah, I think it was a hamstring. Again like I said, we’ve been relying on a core group of players because we just haven’t had the ability to rotate so at some point it was going to catch up with us. Unfortunately, it caught up with Destiny.”

According to journalist Tom Barclay of The Sun, Udogie’s latest injury will sideline him for approximately eight weeks, though surgery will not be required. This is a relief for the defender, who had previously undergone surgery last season for a left quad injury that ruled him out for the remainder of the campaign and the Euros.

Tottenham’s growing injury list

Udogie’s absence adds to a growing list of injuries in Tottenham’s defensive ranks. Key players such as Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Ben Davies, and goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario are all sidelined. Additionally, Radu Dragusin has reportedly been playing through pain after tweaking his ankle vs Nottingham.

The defensive crisis could not come at a worse time, with Spurs set to face crucial fixtures, including the League Cup semi-finals against Liverpool and the North London derby against Arsenal.

Postecoglou is likely to urge the club to act quickly in the January transfer window to bring in reinforcements. The manager will also consider recalling players like Ashley Phillips from their loan spells to provide immediate cover.

Tottenham’s depth and resilience will be tested in the coming weeks, and their response in the January transfer market could play a big role in determining the trajectory of their season.

Tottenham are set to part ways with Timo Werner at the end of the season as the Premier League club do not plan on turning his loan deal into a permanent move.

The German star joined Spurs during the January transfer window and there was an option for the London outfit to keep the winger at the club permanently this summer for a fee of £15m. Tottenham opted to extend the 28-year-old’s loan deal by another season during the summer and that agreement would contain a buy clause worth only £8.5m.

Crystal Palace defender is admired by Tottenham

Despite this very low asking price, Spurs do not plan on turning Werner’s loan deal into a permanent transfer, reports BILD, meaning the former Chelsea star will return to RB Leipzig at the end of the current season.

This is a big blow for the German club and the player as they would have been hoping for an easy deal to take place next summer.

Ange Postecoglou clearly has no plans for the winger beyond the current campaign and instead will look to bring in someone else for the role, should the Australian remain in charge of the London outfit for the 2025/26 campaign.

Timo Werner is not part of future plans at Tottenham

Werner initially looked like he could be a useful tool to Tottenham as the German star’s energy suited Postecoglou’s intense attacking style of play.

However, the 28-year-old has failed to impress during the last year at Spurs, producing just three goals and six assists across 37 matches for the Lilywhites. The RB Leipzig loanee has failed to establish himself in Postecoglou’s best 11 and a recent match with Rangers left the Spurs boss fuming with Werner for his display.

This decision is not a surprise given the season the German winger is having and it leaves questions over where his career is heading next.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Sergio Reguilon is once again being linked with an exit as reports suggest the player is eager to end his Spurs “nightmare” during the January transfer window.

With just six months remaining on his contract, Reguilon will be free to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs starting in January.

However, Tottenham are reportedly keen to cash in on the Spanish full-back rather than lose him on a free transfer next summer.

Sergio Reguilon wants Spurs nightmare to end

A host of clubs are monitoring Reguilon’s situation, with La Liga sides Sevilla and Getafe reportedly leading the race and ready to start negotiations. Sevilla, where the defender enjoyed a successful loan spell in the 2019/20 season, appear interested in bringing him back, while Getafe are said to be preparing a potential free transfer offer. Real Valladolid have also been linked as a contender for his signature.

According to Cadena Ser, the Spaniard is actively seeking a move to a club where he can rejuvenate his career, and Tottenham are expected to facilitate his exit to avoid losing him for nothing at the end of the season.

Sergio Reguilon needs a move away from Tottenham to revive his career

Reguilon joined Tottenham in September 2020 on a five-year deal worth £27.5 million after impressing during his loan spell at Sevilla. The Spaniard made a bright start to life in North London, delivering an assist on his debut in a League Cup clash against Chelsea.

However, his time at Spurs has been marked by inconsistency and injury struggles, leading to multiple loan spells at Atlético Madrid, Manchester United, and Brentford in recent seasons.

Despite glimpses of his quality, he has struggled to solidify his place in the Tottenham squad, making just 68 appearances for the club, with two goals and eight assists to his name.

A January move would offer the 28-year-old the chance to restart his career and find regular playing time, while also allowing Tottenham to shift their focus to players better aligned with manager Ange Postecoglou’s tactical vision.

However, they might need to sign reinforcement if Reguilon is sold, given the current injury crisis at the club. Reguilon was handed playing time against Wolves after Destiny Udogie picked up an injury during the game. With Ben Davies also out injured, it leaves the club Reguilon as the only natural left-back option.

Crystal Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell is attracting the attention of Europe’s leading clubs.

Mitchell’s contract with Crystal Palace expires in June 2025 and the club is trying to tie him down to an extension. Sources have informed CaughtOffside that Mitchell is not keen on committing his long-term future to the club amid interest from multiple European clubs.

Atlético de Madrid are among the clubs who are seriously considering a move for Mitchell. Diego Simeone believes that the addition of an experienced left-back to the team will add dynamism and solidity to the side.

Meanwhile, AC Milan and Barcelona are looking to strengthen their left-back department and they are keeping close tabs on the Crystal Palace star.

These European clubs see the expiration of Mitchell’s contract in 2025 and the fact that he has not yet renewed his deal as a strategic opportunity. It remains to be seen whether they can snap him up in the near future.

Barcelona have been following his performances and the Spanish outfit is considering a move for Mitchell. They have held talks with the 25-year-old defender.

Arsenal and Tottenham keen on Tyrick Mitchell

At the same time, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are also considering a move for him, and have held talks with him.

Arsenal need defensive reinforcements, and signing a quality left-back could prove to be a wise decision. Mitchell could prove to be an upgrade on Oleksandr Zinchenko if they can get the deal done.

Similarly, Tottenham should look to bring in a quality left-back as well. Ben Davies will be out of contract at the end of the season and Destiny Udogie has not been at his best this season. They need more quality and depth in that area and the Crystal Palace star could be the ideal acquisition.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the Borussia Monchengladbach defender Ko Itakura.

The North London club have been linked with a move for the 27-year-old Japanese international in the past as well. According to Give Me Sport, Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou is weighing up a potential move for the Bundesliga defender because of the injury crisis at the back.

Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven are currently sidelined with injuries and Radu Dragusin is the only fit and available central defender at the club.

Tottenham have conceded 15 goals in the last six outings and they need to tighten up at the back if they are serious about finishing high up in the table. Signing a quality central defender should be a top priority for them and Itakura could help solve their problems. He has done well in the Bundesliga and he could be an important addition for Tottenham if he manages to adapt to English football as well. Itakura is reportedly tempted to move to English football.

The player has previously been linked with a move to the Premier League and he will certainly hope that the two clubs can sort out an agreement this time around. Previously, Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the Spurs manager has been following the Japanese defender for years.

He is unlikely to be an expensive acquisition and Tottenham will be hoping to sign him for a reasonable amount of money.

Tottenham need to secure European qualification

Spurs were expected to secure Champions League qualification this season and the club hierarchy backed Postecoglou with impressive signings at the start of the season. However, the Australian has not been able to get the best out of his side so far.

Persistent injury problems have hurt Tottenham and they need to improve their squad in January. Adding more depth in the key areas of the pitch would be ideal and a central defender could make a big difference for them.

Tottenham have an impressive attacking unit and if they can tighten up at the back, there is no reason why they cannot put together a winning run.

Ange Postecoglou appears to have been on the end of some criticism of late, with Tottenham’s 6-3 defeat at the hands of Liverpool doing the Australian no favours whatsoever.

With the January transfer window just around the corner, the chance of bringing new faces in to help propel Tottenham up the Premier League is likely to be too good to turn down for Ange Postecoglou.

Whether or not the North Londoners have a successful window, they’ve been offered the chance to sign Crystal Palace’s Tyrick Mitchell on a free transfer next summer according to TBR Football, as competition for Destiny Udogie.

Ange Postecoglou could sign Palace ace in January

The Lilywhites are already looking to sign Nicolo Fagioli from Juventus, and will battle Newcastle for Milan Skriniar, however, landing the 25-year-old Mitchell on a free could prove to be a huge coup.

That’s notwithstanding the fact that Oliver Glasner might not be best pleased with the scenario surrounding his player.

The Eagles finally appear to have turned a corner this season.

Although they lost their two most recent matches – both against Arsenal, one in the league and one in the Carabao Cup – one loss in the previous nine in all competitions (WhoScored) represents real progress.

Tyrick Mitchell could be handed to Ange Postegoglou on a plate

Prior to that run, the Eagles had only won two from 10 and, therefore, Steve Parish deserves a lot of credit for sticking with Glasner when other club owners might have just thrown in the towel.

The issue, perhaps, moving forward is that the Palace first-team could find themselves light in certain areas if the likes of Tyrick Mitchell are allowed to move on.

That won’t appeal to Glasner who is clearly trying to develop something special at Selhurst Park.

It will take time to achieve the same but allowing decent players to leave – and for free, to a direct rival – isn’t conducive to success in the short or longer term.