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Tottenham need multiple signings in January to steady the course of their season. The club started business quickly this week and have already confirmed their first transfer through the door.

Tottenham are looking for players to ease injury crisis

Tottenham Hotspur were once again without 9 first team players against Newcastle. One of these was Rodrigo Bentancur’s one-match suspension and four others are expected to return across January, the two soonest being Richarlison and Mikey Moore.

However, some injuries, like Guglielmo Vicario’s fractured ankle, will mean he is not set to return until deeper into February. Destiny Udogie is reportedly on a similar timeline.

While Tottenham do have some cover in the form of Fraser Forster or Djed Spence, the January transfer window is an opportunity to support the squad and provide depth in these positions which need reinforcement.

The confirmation of Spurs signing 21-year-old goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky shows they are firmly committed to this endeavour.

Fabrizio Romano suggests more transfers for Tottenham

Posting on X, Fabrizio Romano confirmed details of the deal for Antonin Kinsky and teed up how the rest of January may look.

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

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

Efficiency is key with Tottenham needing the right transfers, now

Going into another transfer window with Tottenham’s Johan Lange running operations, it is clear that he likes to keep his cards close to his chest.

Fabrizio Romano’s statement feels vague because information around deals for Tottenham do not seem to reach the public until an agreement has been secured.

Tottenham certainly need to continue business in this swift and assertive manner with key fixtures on the horizon in the Premier League, Carabao Cup and Europa League.

One club have been so impressed by a Tottenham loanee’s performances this season that they are already started planning to sign him on a permanent basis at the end of the season.

Bryan Gil has got his career back on track in Spain

Bryan Gil never quite managed to get a run of games under his belt at Spurs, having been overlooked by three different managers at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

However, since his loan move to Girona in the summer, the winger has proven a point, tearing La Liga defence to shreds with his dribbling ability, and demonstrating just why he was so highly thought of in Spain when he was coming through the ranks as a youngster.

The 23-year-old’s impressive displays have even seen him win back his place in the La Roja set-up, and a permanent departure from Tottenham looks inevitable.

Girona are planning to sign Bryan Gil on a permanent transfer

AS have now reported that Girona are thinking about activating the purchase option they negotiated with Tottenham for Gil in the summer.

It is revealed that the La Liga side can sign the silky left-footer for €15m (£12.4m) at the end of the season if they wish to do so.

The report claims that manager Michel Sanchez has been impressed with the on-loan Tottenham man, who has now become a central part of his plans.

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Even though we are only in January, Girona are now ‘already seriously considering’ retaining Gil beyond the end of this season.

Gil’s stance on his Tottenham future revealed

The report claims that the former Sevilla player is happy at Girona and feels comfortable playing in Michel Sanchez’s system.

The Spanish international is said to be eager to remain at the Estadi Montilivi and settle at the club, particularly given that he has been a bit of a journeyman over recent years, with multiple loan spells at different sides.

While Girona do not need to rush into a decision, it is asserted that they have the financial muscle to pay the transfer fee for Gil.

One Premier League club have made a decision on their central defender after learning that Tottenham Hotspur are now considering a move.

Spurs eyeing move for fast-developing centre-back

Illia Zabarnyi has been one of the most improved defenders in the Premier League over the last twelve months, with the Ukrainian continuing to get better as he gains more experience at the highest level.

Several outlets have reported over recent days that Zabarnyi is one of the defenders at the top of Tottenham’s transfer wishlist.

However, it has also emerged over recent days that the Lilywhites are expected to face some competition for the centre-back and it might not be easy to get him out of the Vitality Stadium mid-season.

Bournemouth make transfer decision on Illia Zabarnyi

GiveMeSport have now backed up Tottenham’s interest in the Cherries man, revealing that Ange Postecoglou‘s side see him as the answer to their defensive injury woes.

They say that Chelsea also rate Zabarnyi highly and are plotting a move for him, but Bournemouth are aware of the transfer interest in their player and have decided to play ‘hard ball’.

The report claims that Andoni Iraola’s men are prepared to maintain a tough stance regarding both the Ukranian, and left-back, Milos Kerkez, who is wanted by Manchester United and Liverpool.

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The top brass at the south coast club are ‘expected to hold firm’ amidst any offers for the pair over the coming weeks.

Bournemouth confident about Zabarnyi’s future

GiveMeSport point out that Bournemouth are well protected since Zabarnyi is under contract until the summer of 2029.

They do not feel any pressure to sell any of their key players and are ‘confident’ that the centre-back will remain on the south coast beyond the end of the current transfer window.

The Cherries feel that their impressive performances this season, which has seen them move up to seventh place in the table, will help convince the defender that he should see out the season at the club.

Despite Spurs suffering their tenth defeat of the season, Ange Postecoglou has handed out praise to Brandon Austin after his debut performance against Newcastle United.

Brandon Austin made his Tottenham debut vs Newcastle

Coming into their clash against Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur were in a difficult situation.

Both first-choice goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and experienced second-choice Fraser Forster were unavailable due to injury, leaving Postecoglou with limited options between the posts.

The solution? Brandon Austin, a product of the Tottenham youth academy, who had patiently waited for his moment to shine since joining the club as a teenager.

The stakes could not have been higher for Austin. The Magpies arrived at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium brimming with confidence after winning their last four games in the Premier League, scoring a total of 13 goals.

The decision to start the academy graduate was, by necessity, bold and represented a significant gamble by Postecoglou, whose trust in the player’s capabilities had yet to be tested on such a grand stage.

Ange Postecoglou on Brandon Austin’s performance

Following Tottenham’s narrow defeat to Newcastle United, manager Ange Postecoglou took the time to reflect on the unexpected yet assured performance of his third-choice goalkeeper, Brandon Austin.

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Speaking candidly during the post-match interview, Postecoglou praised the 26-year-old for stepping up in a difficult situation and displaying remarkable composure under pressure.

He told BBC Sport: “Really good. The moments we are going through putting big tasks on players and they’re rising to occasion. The performance deserved a victory.”

Evaluating Austin’s impact and what it means for Tottenham’s future

Though Tottenham fell short against Newcastle following a 2-1 loss, Brandon Austin’s stats from the match painted a promising picture.

According to FotMob, the 26-year-old registered a solid performance, achieving a 6.8 rating. His contributions included two saves, four high claims, and ten recoveries.

Additionally, Austin completed 19 of his 28 attempted passes, underscoring his ability to play out from the back—an essential trait for any modern goalkeeper.

While there is no doubt that Austin’s performance will boost his confidence, it also raises questions about Tottenham’s goalkeeping depth and succession planning.

AC Milan have reportedly made contact with one Tottenham man who is said to be looking for an exit route from North London as is unhappy with the season that the club are having.

Tottenham’s best player this season wants out

Dejan Kulusevski has been the lone shining light in a season which has been shrouded in darkness so far for Tottenham.

The Swede has been battling away and delivering top-class performances as everything has crumbled around him, having managed seven goals and eight assists across all competitions so far.

Worryingly for Spurs, it is now being reported in Italy that the versatile attacker is considering jumping what appears to be a sinking ship.

This update comes from MilanLive, who say that the former Juventus man is not happy with how Spurs‘ season has gone and has started considering his options.

Milan are thought to be monitoring the situation closely, with the Rossoneri thought to be ready to offer the attacking midfielder a route back to Serie A.

The outlet even alleges that Kulusevski’s compatriot Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who is club owner Gerry Cardinale’s right-hand man, has already contacted the Tottenham man to speak to him about a potential switch to the San Siro.

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Milan’s plan to sign Kulusevski

The report claims that Spurs would demand at least €50m (£41.4m) if Milan came knocking on the door for the 24-year-old.

This asking price may pose a problem for the Serie A giants, who would have to sell some players in order to pay that fee.

One Tottenham Hotspur man has made it into Tim Sherwood’s Team of the Season so far, and there are no prizes for guessing who that is.

Tottenham star has had an impressive turnaround

After the end of last season, there were still Spurs fans debating whether Dejan Kulusevski was a good fit for Ange Postecoglou‘s system and if the club should sell him.

The Swede had certainly not set the world alight over the last two campaigns, failing to impact games and struggling for consistency.

However, the 24-year-old has made his detractors look silly this season, dominating matches regularly and looking a cut above the rest of his teammates.

The former Juventus man has been the sole shining light in what has been a campaign to forget for the Lilywhites so far.

Dejan Kulusevski makes Tim Sherwood’s TOTS

Despite the Tottenham man’s impressive showing, he is perhaps still not getting the credit he deserves, down to the side’s struggles this season.

Neither Jamie Carragher nor Gary Neville had the 24-year-old in their Premier League Team of the Season so far, with neither pundit even giving him a mention in their discussion on the subject.

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However, Sherwood has included the Spurs man in his best eleven of the first half of the same, naming a midfielder three of Kulusevski, Cole Palmer and Matheus Cunha.

Here is the former Tottenham midfielder’s Team of the Season so far:

Dejan Kulusevski can get even better at Tottenham

The exciting thing about Kulusevski at the moment is that there are reasons to believe that his best is still yet to come.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly plotting a move for an England international, who is considering his future amidst his lack of game time over the past few months.

Centre-back has gone backwards over the last 18 months

Around two years ago, there was a major clamour among England fans for Gareth Southgate to make Fikayo Tomori a regular starter in the Three Lions defence as the centre-back was one of the most consistent defenders in the Serie A at the time.

However, the Chelsea academy graduate has gone backwards since then, and this season has been an extremely challenging one for the 27-year-old, who has struggled to get into the Milan starting eleven.

It has now emerged that the pacy defender is now considering his future at the San Siro, with a host of clubs ready to offer him an exit route.

Tottenham could jump at the chance to sign Fikayo Tomori

This update comes from TBR Football, who say that Spurs are one of the clubs ready to offer the centre-back a route back into the Premier League.

The report claims that Ange Postecoglou is a fan of the Englishman and sees him as a player who would significantly bolster his options in defence.

Tottenham are thought to be facing competition from the likes of Newcastle United, Brentford, Brighton and West Ham, who are all admirers of the former Chelsea man.

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Additionally, Tomori is also said to be on the radars of Serie A giants, Napoli and Juventus, who have both asked to be kept informed of his situation.

One potential roadblock to Tomori deal

TBR Football point out that the central defender is keen to get back to playing regularly as he is desperate to work his way back into the England set-up under Thomas Tuchel.

That is given as the defender’s main motivation in seeking a January move away from the Rossoneri.

However, it is pointed out that Milan have made a managerial change recently, with Sergio Conceicao taking over, and the player’s fortunes could thus change over the coming weeks.

The hamstring injury suffered by Tottenham Hotspur’s left-back Destiny Udogie could not have come at a worse time for the North London club, with the full-back now ruled out for six-ten weeks, let’s find out the games he is set to miss.

Destiny Udogie’s injury adds to Tottenham’s woes

Tottenham Hotspur’s left-back, Destiny Udogie, has been ruled out for an extended spell after sustaining a hamstring injury in the Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The incident occurred early in the second half, forcing Udogie to leave the pitch in the 50th minute. The initial diagnosis has estimated that the 22-year-old will be sidelined for six to ten weeks, a development that significantly disrupts Ange Postecoglou’s defensive plans.

With Udogie out of action, Tottenham’s already limited full-back options have been stretched thin.

The absence of the Italian defender places a heavy burden on Pedro Porro and Djed Spence, the only fully fit senior full-backs remaining at Postecoglou’s disposal.

The ten games Destiny Udogie is set to miss For Tottenham Hotspur

With the estimated return date being between 6-10 weeks, the defender is expected to sit out up to ten matches if his recovery takes the maximum estimated time.

These include critical Premier League fixtures, Europa League games, the semi-final Carabao clash and the FA Cup.

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A detailed breakdown of the matches Udogie is likely to miss reveals the uphill battle awaiting Tottenham:

What this means for Tottenham moving forward

The full-back’s absence has left Tottenham with just two fully fit full-backs, Pedro Porro and Djed Spence, a situation that poses significant challenges for Ange Postecoglou as the fixtures pile up.

Given the gravity of the situation, Tottenham must act decisively during the January transfer window. The Lilywhites have been linked with potential signings such as Patrick Dorgu and Tyrick Mitchell, both of whom could provide the necessary depth and quality to cover for Udogie’s absence.

As Postecoglou looks to maintain Tottenham’s competitive edge, bolstering the full-back positions has become an urgent priority.

Tottenham Hotspur have had a number of great captains in the Premier League era, and some not-so-good ones. Here is a look at every single player who has worn the armband for the club across those 34 years of Spurs history.

A history of Tottenham Hotspur captains

Being captain of Tottenham Hotspur is a special privilege and comes with enormous pressure.

Even though the club have not been as successful over recent decades as they have been historically, they have remained one of the biggest and most prestigious institutions of English football.

While some players who have worn the armband have wilted under the pressure, others have risen with the additional responsibility and written their names into the club’s folklore.

Here is a look at every single player who has captained Spurs in the Premier League.

Gary Mabbutt – 1987-1998

Mabbutt spent 16 years at Tottenham, arriving at the club back in 1982, a full ten years before the start of the Premier League.

The tough-tackling, no-nonsense defender, Mabbutt was a natural leader from the outset and proved an extremely successful captain, winning a UEFA Cup and two FA Cup titles during his time with Tottenham.

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The England international made a total of 581 appearances in Tottenham colours, scoring 36 goals, eventually hanging up his boots on the last day of the 1997–98 season.

Sol Campbell – 1998-2001

When Mabbutt called time on his career, Sol Campbell was the obvious choice to take over the captaincy.

A fellow centre-back, Campbell had come through the club’s academy and was a senior player by that point, having been a key first-team for six years by then.

The England international was a popular figure among the White Hart Lane faithful and would go on to be captain for three years, before betraying the Spurs fans by running his contract down and making a free move to Arsenal in 2001.

Campbell has still not been forgiven for what Spurs fans saw as an act of treachery, with the defender continuing to be seen as a traitor. The hate for him still continues to be very strong among the Tottenham faithful.

Teddy Sheringham – 2001-2003

The same summer that Campbell left unceremoniously, a fan favourite, Teddy Sheringham, returned to the club for a second spell after spending four years with Manchester United.

Sheringham’s second spell at White Hart Lane would not turn out to be as successful as his first, but he still continued to score important goals for the side.

He would eventually go on to finish with 97 strikes for Spurs in 236 appearances across two spells, before leaving the club for Portsmouth in the summer of 2003.

Jamie Redknapp – 2003-2005

Among all the names on the list, perhaps Jamie Redknapp is the one who would be the most easily forgotten by Spurs fans.

The midfielder arrived at Tottenham in 2002 after an impressive 11-year spell at Anfield and was given the armband a year later.

Redknapp’s time at White Hart Lane was blighted with injuries and he never managed to hit the expected heights, departing for Southampton in 2005 after making just 48 appearances across three years for Spurs.

Ledley King – 2005-2012

Redknapp’s departure saw the armband go to Ledley King, who went on to become Tottenham’s most revered captain of the Premier League era.

King was Spurs through and through, having also come from the academy, and while he was not as vocal as some of his predecessors, he was a model professional and led by example.

He was undoubtedly one of the best centre-backs in world football when he was fit and firing, but unfortunately, his career was hampered by chronic knee injuries, with the England international being unable to even train in the latter part of his career.

Those injuries forced him to call time on his career at the age of just 31 back in 2021, with King retiring as a one-club man, with 323 appearances to his name.

He has been a club ambassador since hanging up his boots and has even had a brief stint as a coach, working as a part of Jose Mourinho’s coaching staff.

Michael Dawson – 2012-2014

When King called time on his Tottenham career, there was only one choice to replace him: Michael Dawson.

Dawson was certainly not new to the leadership role as he had captained the side a lot during King’s injury absence.

The Nottingham-born centre-back was not the most gifted of players, but he was universally loved by the Tottenham faithful as he wore his heart on his sleeve and always put his body on the line for the club.

The centre-back made a total of 236 appearances across his nine years at Spurs and was moved out of the door in 2014 when Mauricio Pochettino arrived as he was not a great fit for the style of football that the Argentine wanted to implement.

Younes Kaboul – 2014-2015

Pochettino handed the captain’s armband to Younes Kaboul, which was a decision that the Argentine would come to regret just months later.

Midway into Pochettino‘s first season at the club, there was a revolt by a faction in the dressing room, who were infamously named the Bomb Squad.

Kaboul was part of that group, along with the likes of Emmanual Adebayor and Aaron Lennon, which meant that those players were frozen out, with Pochettino putting his trust in young players such as Harry Kane, Ryan Mason and Danny Rose.

Hugo Lloris – 2015-2023

When Kaboul was relieved of his duties midway into the season, Pochettino decided to hand the captaincy to Hugo Lloris, who had already been captain of France for a few years by this point.

Lloris would not only go on to be the longest-serving captain for Tottenham in the Premier League era, but he would also go on to clinch the record for most Premier League appearances for Spurs.

The goalkeeper would go on to make 447 appearances in a Tottenham shirt, departing the Lilywhites at the start of 2024 to seal a move to MLS side Los Angeles FC.

Heung-Min Son – 2023-Present

Heung-min Son was made Tottenham captain at the start of the 2023-24 season, with the decision being the first big one of Ange Postecoglou‘s tenure.

Even though the past 18 months have yielded mixed results, one has to say that the decision to hand the captain’s armband to the South Korean has proven to be the right call.

The 32-year-old has proved an empathetic and inspirational leader, taking the young players in the squad under his wing.

Son is now into his tenth season at Tottenham and the records continue to tumble for the forward. While it remains to be seen how long he will remain at the club, Spurs fans will be hoping that he becomes the first Tottenham captain since Ledley King to proudly hold a trophy aloft.

Tottenham will be aiming to end their three-game winless streak in the Premier League as they welcome Newcastle United to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium at the start of the New Year. But can they overcome a Newcastle side in fine form? Let’s take a look at our predicted Tottenham XI to face Newcastle United.

Predicted Tottenham XI to face Newcastle United

Goalkeeper – Fraser Forster: With first-choice goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario still nursing an ankle injury, the 36-year-old veteran is expected to continue between the sticks against Newcastle United.

Right-back – Pedro Porro: Pedro Porro should continue as right-back this weekend, as recent injuries have further stretched Spurs’ depth in the full-back position.

Centre-back – Radu Dragusin: After a brief injury scare in the 1-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest, Dragusin was passed fit to feature in the game against Wolves. With no further injury concerns, he is expected to continue as the more senior centre-back until the Lilywhites’ first-choice options are back.

Centre-back – Archie Gray: The youngster could do with a rest, but Spurs’ stretched squad and lack of defensive depth mean that the midfielder-turned-defender will continue as Dragusin’s centre-back partner once more.

Left-back – Djed Spence: With Udogie picking up what seemed like a hamstring problem against Wolves and Spence returning from suspension, we expect it to be a straight swap at left-back as Udogie is injured.

Pivot midfielder – Yves Bissouma: Rodrigo Bentancur will not be able to build on his improved performance against Wolves, as he is suspended after picking up five yellow cards. This leaves Spurs with Bissouma as the pivot midfielder for the clash against Newcastle United.

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Central midfielder – Pape Matar Sarr: After being handed a much-needed rest in the game against Wolves, Sarr’s energy and running capabilities will most likely be given preference over Maddison’s creativity against Newcastle’s physical and robust midfield.

Central midfielder – Dejan Kulusevski: If there is one player who is undroppable at this point, it is Dejan Kulusevski. He offers a creative force and goal-scoring threat, and we expect him to be played in the number ten role.

Right midfielder – Brennan Johnson: Johnson, Spurs’ top scorer so far this season, has been a source of goals for the Lilywhites. We expect him to continue on the right, as Spurs will be looking to get goals against a Newcastle side that is on a run of four league games without conceding.

Striker – Dominic Solanke: Ange Postecoglou’s options in this centre-forward role are limited, and with the club having a good six-day rest between this match and their last game, we expect Solanke to continue as the main man up front.