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Tottenham are increasingly confident of tying Micky van de Ven down to a new long-term contract after making significant progress in negotiations.

The ‘world-class‘ defender has been one of the club’s standout performers since arriving in North London, and Spurs are now optimistic that his future will soon be secured.

Ben Jacobs provides Micky van de Ven contract update

Journalist Ben Jacobs has revealed that discussions between Tottenham and Van de Ven’s representatives are progressing well, with talks described as positive and advanced.

Although no agreement has been officially signed yet, there is growing confidence that a new contract will be finalised before the end of the month.

According to Jacobs, Roberto De Zerbi has played a crucial role in convincing the Netherlands international to remain at the club.

Following Spurs securing their Premier League survival after a grueling campaign, De Zerbi immediately prioritised securing the future of key squad members, placing Van de Ven right at the top of that list.

The Italian tactician played a key role in personally convincing the 25-year-old Netherlands international to stay. De Zerbi held direct conversations with Van de Ven, reiterating his crucial importance to the team’s system moving forward.

Once top-flight status was guaranteed, extension talks accelerated rapidly. Van de Ven’s clear priority has always been to extend his tenure at the club following their survival, provided the footballing vision aligned with his career ambitions.

Jacobs revealed on X:

More on Micky van de Ven’s expected Spurs contract renewal from earlier. Talks positive and advanced, even though nothing is signed. Roberto De Zerbi has played a key role in convincing the Dutch defender to stay. Van de Ven’s clear priority has been to extend following Spurs’ Premier League survival. Nothing in Barcelona or Liverpool links for this summer. Extension talks accelerated after Spurs stayed up with De Zerbi reiterating to Van de Ven his importance to the team. Spurs hoping to finalise an agreement this month.

More on Micky van de Ven's expected Spurs contract renewal from earlier.

Talks positive and advanced, even though nothing is signed.

Roberto De Zerbi has played a key role in convincing the Dutch defender to stay.

Van de Ven's clear priority has been to extend following Spurs'… pic.twitter.com/hQmWgHOpXG

— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) August 6, 2026

Blow for Liverpool and Man United who were linked with the Tottenham star

The defender’s decision to commit his future to Tottenham comes as a firm setback for interested rivals.

Van de Ven had previously been linked with potential summer move to Liverpool, who saw him as an ideal long-term replacement to Virgil van Dijk as well as Manchester United, with the Red Devils keen on signing him to bolster their defence.

Van de Ven’s focus has remained strictly on Spurs, effectively shutting down any lingering transfer speculation as the club works to finalize the formal paperwork in the weeks ahead.

Him staying will come as a major blow for the likes of Liverpool and Man United but a major boost for Spurs whose defence will be extremely strong on paper.

Micky van de Ven is expected to partner his compatriot Jan Paul van Hecke, who Spurs signed for a significant fee from Brighton this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur have been firmly rejected after asking Manchester United whether their leading striker Benjamin Sesko could be available this summer.

Roberto De Zerbi still wants another centre-forward despite Spurs investing heavily in midfield and defence during an ambitious transfer window.

Dominic Solanke remains an important option, but Richarlison’s uncertain future has left Tottenham searching for additional goals, physical presence and competition through the middle.

The Man United forward would have offered pace, strength and long-term potential, but Old Trafford officials see him as a central part of Michael Carrick’s project rather than someone they are prepared to sacrifice after one mixed campaign.

Man United give immediate response to Tottenham

According to TEAMtalk, Tottenham contacted Manchester United to express their interest in Sesko after speculation suggested the 23-year-old might become available.

United immediately dismissed that possibility and informed Spurs that they would not entertain offers.

Sesko scored seven times in his final 13 appearances last season, convincing United that he can develop into their long-term first-choice striker.

Carrick’s side remain interested in signing another forward, but that search is intended to support the Slovenian rather than replace him, particularly with Joshua Zirkzee’s future unresolved.

Tottenham’s need is understandable. The Guardian reported that Richarlison has not made a firm decision over his future despite scoring 12 goals last season, leaving De Zerbi without complete certainty in attack.

Barcelona and Bayern interest strengthens United’s position

Barcelona and Bayern Munich have also monitored Sesko, but their interest is unlikely to change United’s stance.

Instead, the presence of several major clubs only reinforces the belief that they possess one of Europe’s most valuable young forwards.

For Tottenham, pursuing an unavailable player would risk wasting time during an important stage of the window.

Their spending has improved the squad considerably, but another striker is still required if Richarlison leaves. They should now focus on a target whose club is genuinely willing to negotiate.

United are making the correct decision. Sesko showed enough improvement under Carrick to deserve another season as the main striker, and selling him to a Premier League rival would make little sporting sense.

Tottenham’s enquiry was worth making, but the immediate rejection means De Zerbi must quickly turn towards alternatives rather than hoping United suddenly change their position.

Liverpool are considering an unexpected move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Djed Spence as Andoni Iraola searches for greater reliability on the right side of his defence.

Conor Bradley’s injury has left the Reds short of a natural option, while Jeremie Frimpong may be better suited to a more attacking role.

Liverpool’s transfer window has focused heavily on rebuilding other areas of the squad, but the defence still needs attention.

Spence would bring Premier League experience, athleticism and the flexibility to cover both full-back positions during a demanding season.

Liverpool receive positive response from Spence

According to Anfield Sector, Liverpool have a definite interest in Spence, with the England international described as extremely receptive to joining the club.

🧨 Liverpool have an interest in Tottenham defender Djed Spence.

Spence is said to be extremely receptive to the idea of a move to Liverpool.

Andoni Iraola has defensive concerns around the current right-backs.

Not the only name under consideration so no clarity whether… pic.twitter.com/dEuNNAjk2p

— Anfield Sector (@AnfieldSector) August 5, 2026

No formal offer has been submitted, and he is not the only defender under consideration, but Iraola’s concerns surrounding his current right-back options have made the 25-year-old a realistic target.

Spence would suit Liverpool’s approach because he can carry possession forward, recover quickly during counterattacks and defend on either flank.

His homegrown status would also be useful when Liverpool plan future squad registration.

Most importantly, he could compete with Bradley without forcing Frimpong to remain in a position that may not make the best use of his attacking qualities.

Tottenham’s asking price could decide the move

Football365 reports that Tottenham could demand around £40 million after Spence’s impressive World Cup performances.

Inter Milan have already stepped back from negotiations because they consider that valuation excessive, potentially leaving Liverpool with a clearer path to the defender.

However, Tottenham may be reluctant to strengthen a direct Premier League rival, particularly after spending heavily to rebuild Roberto De Zerbi’s squad.

Renewed interest from Inter or another club would also create competition and strengthen Spurs’ negotiating position.

Spence would be a sensible addition, but not at any price. His versatility and enthusiasm for the move are valuable, yet £40 million feels high for someone who may initially compete rather than start automatically.

FC Koln are closing in on the signing of Tottenham Hotspur youngster Mikey Moore, with negotiations between the two clubs now at an advanced stage.

The Bundesliga side have emerged as clear favourites to land the highly-rated teenager on loan as Spurs look to accelerate the winger’s development with regular first-team football.

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Florian Plettenberg: Mikey Moore to FC Koln close to completion

Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg reports that FC Köln and Tottenham are making strong progress in talks over a season-long loan move for the 18-year-old.

According to Plettenberg, the German club are increasingly confident that an agreement will be reached in the near future.

Importantly, the current structure of the deal does not include an option to buy.

The current framework of the arrangement is structured strictly as a standard season-long loan without an option to buy.

Tottenham maintain complete faith in Moore’s long-term potential in North London and strictly turned down permanent purchase clauses from interested suitors, ensuring the Englishman will return to Spurs following his spell in Germany.

Plettenberg confirmed that the deal is firmly “on,” with Köln establishing themselves as the absolute frontrunners ahead of competing interest across Europe.

Plettenberg wrote on X:

FC Köln and Tottenham are in advanced negotiations over Mikey Moore. Köln are confident of reaching an agreement very soon. The current plan is a loan deal without an option to buy. Deal on.

?? 1. FC Köln and Tottenham are in advanced negotiations over Mikey Moore.

Köln are confident of reaching an agreement very soon.

The current plan is a loan deal without an option to buy.

Deal on. #effzeh @SkySportDE ?????????????? pic.twitter.com/gXR854yU7o

— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) August 5, 2026

Tottenham continue to develop their star kid

Mikey Moore is widely regarded as one of Spurs’ finest academy products in recent years.

He became the club’s youngest-ever Premier League debutant and also became Spurs’ youngest-ever goalscorer in a major European competition, before continuing his development with an impressive loan spell at Rangers last season.

During his time in Scotland, the England youth international made 47 appearances, scoring seven goals and providing four assists across all competitions.

His performances earned him both the Rangers Men’s Young Player of the Year award and the PFA Scotland Young Player of the Year honour.

Bundesliga move could be the ideal next step

A season in the Bundesliga would provide Moore with another valuable opportunity to continue his development at senior level.

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Regular minutes in one of Europe’s strongest leagues should help him improve tactically and physically while facing a consistently high standard of opposition.

For Tottenham, a loan without a purchase option ensures Moore gains crucial experience before returning to compete for a place under Roberto De Zerbi.

If talks continue to progress as expected, the teenager could complete his move to FC Köln in the coming days, with Spurs viewing the temporary switch as another important stage in his long-term development.

Atlético Madrid are attempting to hijack Inter Milan’s pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that Diego Simeone’s side are preparing to enter the race in a significant way.

The Argentine international has emerged as one of the most sought-after defenders in the market, and his future could now be decided by a battle between Inter and Atletico.

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Fabrizio Romano: Atletico Madrid preparing Cristian Romero bid

According to Romano on X, Atletico are working on the financial details required to make a formal approach for Romero.

The La Liga club are expected to submit an offer once player sales are completed, with the departures of Nahuel Molina and potentially Matteo Ruggeri set to generate the funds needed for the move.

Their proposed package is expected to match the €40 million fee that Inter Milan had already agreed with Tottenham.

However, while Inter reached an understanding with Spurs, they have not been able to finalise personal terms with Romero.

That delay has opened the door for Atlético to make their move.

Diego Simeone has admired Romero for several years and views his fellow Argentine as the ideal leader for his next defensive rebuild.

???? Atlético Madrid are preparing a bid for Cristian Romero to be submitted after next sales (Molina + possibly Ruggeri).

Bid to be in line with Inter previous proposal; Inter had €40m package in place with Spurs but nothing done on player side.

Simeone wants Cuti, as… pic.twitter.com/2BCdebR3Nx

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 5, 2026

Tottenham already preparing for life without Romero

Romero’s departure from Tottenham is now viewed as virtually inevitable before the transfer window closes.

Having spent three influential seasons in North London, the 28-year-old World Cup winner has made it clear that he seeks a new challenge outside the Premier League.

Spurs have already begun preparing for life after Romero, making necessary moves in the market to fortify their squad depth.

They have signed Marcos Senesi on a free and Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton for £52m.

Atletico could have decisive advantage

While Inter remain interested, Atletico may now hold a significant advantage if they can move quickly.

Romero is understood to be extremely receptive to joining Simeone’s project in La Liga, making an official proposal from Madrid the decisive step in sealing his exit from Tottenham.

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With Inter still needing to resolve internal financial matters before progressing further, Atlético have an opportunity to seize control of the race.

The coming days could prove decisive, with Tottenham waiting to see which club makes the first concrete move capable of completing one of the summer’s biggest defensive transfers.

Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has been linked with a move away from the North London club.

The 29-year-old has been quite error-prone since joining Tottenham, and he has been linked with a return to Italy.

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Where will Vicario end up?

Juventus and Napoli are showing interest in him, and a report from Calciomercato claims that the player has found a basic agreement with Juventus over personal terms.

It remains to be seen whether the Italian club can secure an agreement with Tottenham now. Juventus need more quality and depth in the goalkeeping department, and Vicario could prove to be an interesting option for them. He has played in Italy with Napoli in the past, and he will be able to settle quickly and make an immediate impact.

Meanwhile, Juventus are hoping to sign the player on loan without an obligation to buy him permanently. A deal like that would not make any sense for Tottenham, and they will hope to get rid of the player permanently. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.

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Guglielmo Vicario needs a move

The 29-year-old goalkeeper will be looking to sort out his future quickly and focus on his football once again. Leaving would be ideal for the player. A return to Italy could help him rebuild his form and confidence with regular football.

The report further claims that Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi rates Vicario highly, and he might not be too keen on letting the player leave this summer. In that case, a move to Juventus could be in major doubt.

It appears that Antonin Kinsky is the first-choice goalkeeper at Tottenham right now, and the Italian manager wants Vicario to be his competitor next season. It will be interesting to see if the 29-year-old is willing to accept a backup role.

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to add more quality to the attacking unit, and they have identified the Barcelona star Ferran Torres as a potential target.

According to TEAMtalk, they have maintained contact with the player’s representatives and have made it clear they would like to sign him if he is interested in returning to the Premier League.

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Ferran Torres could be a superb signing

The Spanish International had a very impressive season with Barcelona last year, and he became a hero for his country in the World Cup when he scored the winning goal in the final against Argentina.

It will be interesting to see if the Spanish International is prepared to return to the Premier League. He has played for Manchester City in the past, and he knows the League well. He’s a dynamic attacker who can operate anywhere across the front three. He will add goals and creativity to the team. Tottenham need someone like him, and he would be an excellent option.

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Torres could be on his way out

Meanwhile, Barcelona are lacking depth in the attacking unit, and they might not want to lose a handy player like him. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.

Torres scored 21 goals last season and picked up three assists along the way.

The Spanish International is in the final year of his contract with Barcelona, and they will be under pressure to renew his deal. If he refuses to sign a new contract with them, they will have no option but to sell the player this summer. They will not want to lose a player like him for free next year.

Tottenham have a golden opportunity to snap him up for a reasonable amount of money, and they should do everything in their power to get the deal done.

Tottenham Hotspur are on the lookout for a goalscorer this summer, and they have been offered the chance to sign the United States International Folarin Balogun.

According to a report from The Sun, the player has been offered to the north London club via an intermediary, and it remains to be seen whether they are prepared to take up the opportunity.

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Spurs to move for Folarin Balogun?

The former Arsenal player has done quite well for Monaco last season, and he impressed in the World Cup as well. His representatives have approached Tottenham directly over a potential move, and he could prove to be an interesting option for the north London club.

Dominic Solanke has not been able to score goals consistently, and Tottenham need more quality in the final third. They need someone who can share the goalscoring burden with the England international, and the United States striker could be quite handy for them.

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Balogun could fancy a Premier League return

Balogun left Arsenal after making just two appearances in the Premier League, and he might feel that he has unfinished business in English football. There is no doubt that he has the quality to thrive in England, and he could be an important player for Tottenham. It remains to be seen whether Monaco is prepared to sanction his departure for a reasonable amount of money.

He had an impressive campaign with the French outfit last year, scoring 19 goals and adding five assists. He also scored three goals at the World Cup.

If he is made available for a reasonable amount of money, the deal could be an interesting opportunity for Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur are maintaining their interest in Eintracht Frankfurt winger Jean-Mattéo Bahoya as Roberto De Zerbi continues searching for more speed and creativity in wide areas.

Spurs need another direct attacker following their long-running struggle to replace Son Heung-min’s influence, while injury problems involving several creative players have increased the need for reliable depth.

Their transfer window has already strengthened midfield and defence with major additions including Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke.

However, another winger remains a priority, even though Bahoya is currently viewed as a secondary option rather than the player Tottenham are determined to sign.

Tottenham involved in talks with winger’s representatives

According to The Athletic, Tottenham held discussions with Bahoya’s representatives before the transfer window opened to establish whether he would consider moving to the Premier League.

Spurs have not yet approached Eintracht Frankfurt, underlining that their interest remains exploratory rather than advanced.

Bahoya would offer the acceleration, dribbling and one-against-one threat De Zerbi wants from his wide players.

He is also young enough to develop into a valuable long-term asset rather than simply providing short-term squad cover.

However, Tottenham’s continued interest in more established targets means Frankfurt are unlikely to receive an official proposal unless other negotiations fail.

Markus Krösche, Eintracht Frankfurt board member for sport, described the French winger as a ‘very good dribbler‘.

Spurs cannot waste time in making a decision

Sky Sports reports that Tottenham have been searching for a winger for more than a year, with Manchester City attacker Savinho among their preferred options.

The same source names Arsenal as another club to have watched Bahoya, while teams elsewhere in Europe and Saudi Arabia have also been linked with him.

That competition could force Spurs to accelerate their plans if Savinho or other priority moves become unrealistic.

Frankfurt would also be in a stronger position to demand a substantial fee if several clubs begin negotiations.

Bahoya is an exciting alternative, but Tottenham should not treat him as a last-minute backup. His pace fits De Zerbi’s system, yet he would still require patience and adaptation.

Cristian Romero has been linked with a move away from Tottenham Hotspur this summer.

Italian champions Inter Milan are interested in signing the 28-year-old central defender, and they have a verbal agreement in place with the Premier League club regarding a move for the South American.

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Cristian Romero deal agreed

According to reports from Argentina via Roundtable.Io, the two clubs have agreed on a deal worth around €40 million for the defender. It remains to be seen whether the Italian club is willing to pay up and get the deal across the line.

They could use more quality in the defensive unit, and Romero would be a solid acquisition. The 28-year-old has been a key player for Tottenham since joining the club, and he has helped them win the UEFA Europa League. He has won major trophies with his country as well, and he will look to join a bigger club now. He has been consistently linked with an exit from Tottenham in recent years.

Inter Milan will be able to provide Romero with the opportunity to fight for major trophies. The defender will be hoping to sort out his future quickly so that he can focus on his football.

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Spurs need to reinvest Romero funds

€40 million seems like a reasonable amount of money for a player of his quality, and the Italian outfit will need to decide quickly. Tottenham will be hoping to sort out the move and focus on improving their team.

They have been very active in the transfer market so far, and they have done well to improve the defensive unit and the midfield. They will now hope to add quality attackers before the window closes. After a disappointing season last year, they will be looking to bounce back strongly.