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Tottenham Hotspur have put out feelers in a bid to gauge whether it will be possible to negotiate a deal which would see Bayern Munich star Joao Palhinha become another big-name addition to head coach Thomas Frank's options at Hotspur Way, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Although Mohammed Kudus completed a £55million switch from West Ham United on Thursday, with the Ghanaian penning a six-year contract after also gaining interest from Chelsea and Newcastle United, Spurs are on course to announce another acquisition within the next 24 hours.

Nottingham Forest talisman Morgan Gibbs-White was due to undergo a medical on Friday before the deal was delayed, but Tottenham are not tempted to end their summer business there and are poised to remain in the market for further reinforcements as Frank continues making his mark.

North Londoners seeking clarity on defensive midfielder's availability

Tottenham have made contact to sign Palhinha, according to GMS sources, as Europa League glory resulted in the north Londoners turning their attention towards more ambitious targets after initially looking to land Real Betis' Johnny Cardoso or new Marseille man Angel Gomes when he was preparing to leave Lille at the end of his contract.

Although Bayern Munich forked out more than £47million in order to land the defensive-minded midfielder from Fulham 12 months ago, he has struggled to work his way into the forefront of boss Vincent Kompany's plans and that has resulted in Spurs sniffing an opportunity to pounce.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham want to learn more about Palhinha's situation, having seen him struggle to secure regular game time during the 2024/25 campaign, and they have refused to rule out lodging a bid if it becomes clear that he is on the market ahead of the September 1 transfer deadline.

The Nations League-winning Portugal international, described as 'world-class' by journalist Dom Smith, has been in the United States with Bayern Munich at the Club World Cup and will carefully assess whether he needs to embark on a fresh challenge over the course of the coming weeks.

Palhinha has worked his way into Tottenham's sights after Frank has been given the opportunity to define the exact type of player he wants to recruit, GMS sources have learned, and the north Londoners have indicated that they have not finished making a splash in the market as they prepare for a season which will include Champions League action.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Joao Palhinha was limited to just 686 minutes of Bundesliga action during the 2024/25 campaign

Palhinha Fits Bill Due to Top Flight Experience

Portugal international featured in Premier League for Fulham

GMS sources have been told that Tottenham are aiming to discover whether Palhinha is available as they are prioritising bringing in further fresh faces who already have Premier League experience, which played a part in the decision to swoop for Kudus and Gibbs-White from domestic counterparts.

But there is an awareness that the 30-year-old will have lofty wage demands as he is on a contract which allows him to pocket in the region of £200,000-per-week when bonuses are triggered, while Bayern Munich will hold out for a lucrative fee after spending big to recruit him from Fulham.

Tottenham have acknowledged that it will be difficult to land Crystal Palace fan favourite Adam Wharton even though he has been earmarked as a dream target, GMS sources understand, while links to Juventus' Douglas Luiz have been played down as Fabio Paratici has privately indicated that a move is not on the cards.

GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs have been holding discussions over recruiting Maxime Esteve after he played a crucial role in Burnley winning promotion to the top flight, highlighting that Frank is being heavily backed by chairman Daniel Levy in the transfer market after he was lured away from the Brentford dugout.

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Tottenham Hotspur have been given a boost with the news that Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz wants to join the club during the summer transfer window, according to TBR Football.

It has been a busy few days for Spurs in the market after they followed up the signing of Mohammed Kudus from rivals West Ham United by agreeing a deal for Morgan Gibbs-White of Nottingham Forest - although the east Midlands club are accusing the north London outfit of an illegal approach.

Those two potential signings look to just be the beginning for new manager Thomas Frank, who is also keen to land a central midfielder in the coming weeks.

Douglas Luiz Would 'Love' to Move to Tottenham

His representatives are pushing to join Spurs

Fabrizio Romano confirmed in his latest GIVEMESPORT newsletter that Spurs could turn their attentions to landing a midfielder next after solving the Gibbs-White deal, and TBR Football report that one of the targets they have already held talks for - Luiz - would 'love' to make the switch to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Following his impressive spell with Aston Villa previously, the Brazilian - described as 'world-class' by former teammate John McGinn - is keen to return to the Premier League and Fabio Paratici is well aware of his desire to play in England again.

Meanwhile, the 27-year-old's representatives are pushing for a move to Tottenham to grant the player's wish of a move to the English capital.

Tottenham Have Other Midfield Targets

Spurs also targeting Joao Palhinha and Wharton

According to TBR Football, Tottenham are also assessing a move for Bayern Munich midfielder and former Fulham star Joao Palhinha, with the German giants open to letting him leave this summer after a tough spell at the Allianz Arena.

Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton is another player on Spurs' list, with Frank ready to make a move should the 21-year-old England international become available in the next few weeks.

However, the Eagles will likely make it difficult to complete a deal given how highly-rated he is at Selhurst Park, as well as the fact his contract still has four years left to run.

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Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank is looking to continue the north Londoners' spending spree and has pinpointed Adam Wharton as a leading target despite being aware that it will be difficult to convince Crystal Palace to sanction a move to Hotspur Way, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs wrapped up the £55million acquisition of Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United on Thursday and, with preparations being made for a campaign which will include Champions League action, chairman Daniel Levy has given the green light to negotiate further big-money deals.

Nottingham Forest talisman Morgan Gibbs-White was on course to become the next addition to Tottenham's squad with a medical scheduled, although the move is currently delayed after the Reds lodged an official complaint against Spurs, but Wharton is also firmly in Frank's sights as another possible recruit.

Frank Eyeing an Ambitious Move for Wharton

North Londoners aware deal for central midfielder will be difficult

Wharton has been identified as Tottenham's dream signing after Gibbs-White, according to GMS sources, and plans have been made to continue splashing the cash as they aim to build on ending their lengthy trophy drought by enjoying Europa League glory in the final days of the 2024/25 campaign.

Spurs have acknowledged that the central midfielder will not come cheap, with domestic counterparts Crystal Palace insisting it will take upwards of £80million to tempt them into entertaining a deal, but they are still circling and weighing up whether to test their resolve with a formal offer.

GMS sources have been informed that Levy is allowing Frank to define exactly the type of player he wants to attract to Tottenham and the Danish tactician has asked to explore an ambitious move for Wharton, who won the FA Cup during a productive 2024/25 campaign, as the new Premier League season edges closer.

The one-cap England international has been described as 'phenomenal' thanks to the impact he has made at Crystal Palace since his arrival from Championship side Blackburn Rovers and, should he stay at Selhurst Park, he is poised to remain at the forefront of boss Oliver Glasner's plans.

Tottenham are aware that it will be difficult to convince their London neighbours to offload Wharton ahead of the transfer window slamming shut on September 1, GMS sources have learned, but Frank is determined to make his mark after being named as Ange Postecoglou's successor.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Adam Wharton won four ground duels and made as many clearances during Crystal Palace's victory over Tottenham Hotspur in October

Wharton Fits Bill Due to Top Flight Experience

Spurs determined to bring in proven Premier League quality

GMS sources have been told that Wharton has been earmarked as a presence who fits the bill as Tottenham are particularly eager to recruit big-names who already have vast amounts of Premier League experience, which played a part in prioritising moves for Kudus and Gibbs-White ahead of the upcoming campaign.

But Crystal Palace are in a strong negotiating position and under no pressure to offload their 21-year-old fan favourite as he still has four years remaining on his £35,000-per-week contract, which is complicating matters for Spurs as they continue considering testing the south Londoners' resolve.

Tottenham have enquired about the availability of Bayern Munich's Joao Palhinha after Angel Gomes and Johnny Cardoso were among their targets before winning the Europa League, GMS sources understand, while links to Juventus' Douglas Luiz have been played down as Fabio Paratici has privately indicated that a move is not on the cards.

GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs have been holding discussions over recruiting Maxime Esteve after he played a crucial role in Burnley winning promotion to the top flight, highlighting that Frank is being heavily backed by Levy in the transfer market after he was lured away from the Brentford hot-seat.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 11/07/2025

Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank could look to raid former side Brentford in the coming weeks, according to reports - with talks now 'underway' to sign Congo forward Yoane Wissa in what would be a huge move in the capital city.

Tottenham have already landed deals to sign loanees Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso on permanent deals, as well as forcing a move through for West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus in a £55million deal. The spending hasn't stopped there, and although Morgan Gibbs-White's move from Nottingham Forest has stalled despite his £60million release clause being triggered, more signings are expected. With that in mind, Wissa could be the next multi-million pound signing as the 'unbelievable' star looks to join his former boss.

Report: Tottenham 'Hold Talks' to Sign Yoane Wissa

The Brentford star was one of the leading scorers in the top-flight last season

The report by CaughtOffside states that Tottenham have held initial talks over a potential move for the Brentford speedster - knowing that £50million would be enough to get a deal done for his signature.

Frank brought him to the Gtech Community Stadium upon Brentford's promotion to the Premier League in 2021, and he's since scored 45 league goals in 137 games for the Bees in the top-flight, securing two top-half finishes in the process.

Now he wants him to follow in his footsteps from west to north London, after a 19-goal haul last season - and although they didn't sign Bryan Mbeumo with the Cameroonian preferring a switch to Manchester United, a deal for the Congolese international could be on the cards.

Frank needs support for Dominic Solanke up front, with Wissa also able to play off the left, where he could rival Son Heung-min, Richarlison, Wilson Odobert and Mikey Moore for minutes - but his prowess in the league has made him a top target.

CaughtOffside sources state that talks have started, with Tottenham 'prioritising' a move for the attacker. They may face competition for his signing with no move being advanced yet, but with 19 goals in the top-flight, it's easy to see why he is being put at the front of their shortlist.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Yoane Wissa has 33 caps for Congo, scoring six goals.

Brentford may lose Wissa, Mbeumo and Frank all in one window, which would see them struggle next season - though the imminent Jordan Henderson signing will fill a leadership void alongside the money needed to replace their departing stars.

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Fabrizio Romano has shared an update in his latest GIVEMESPORT newsletter on Tottenham's transfer priority after agreeing a deal for Morgan Gibbs-White and Mohammed Kudus this week.

Thomas Frank arrived at the club from Brentford this summer to replace Ange Postecoglou as manager, and immediately identified the midfield as an area he wanted to strengthen, with more goals and creativity wanted.

Chairman Daniel Levy has moved swiftly this week too by completing a deal to sign Ghana star Mohammed Kudus from West Ham for £55m, before stunningly agreeing to pay the £60m release clause in Gibbs-White's Nottingham Forest contract, with a medical to take place today (Friday).

Tottenham Want Another Midfielder

No more deals expected to happen this week

With the move for Gibbs-White expected to be completed imminently over the weekend, all eyes have turned to what the north London club could do next in the transfer market to bolster their squad.

And when asked about Spurs' priority after those attacking additions, Romano explained that the club are eyeing a new midfielder although there is full focus on completing the Gibbs-White deal first before moving on to any other targets.

"They can add a midfielder too, but now their focus is on sealing all the details with Gibbs-White.

"There will be nothing more this week."

Reports on Thursday evening suggested that Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton was the next player to be targeted, with Spurs preparing a £60m bid for the England international.

However, the club have also been heavily linked to signing a new striker this summer to compete with Dominic Solanke. Frank is said to be keen to sign Yoane Wissa from his former club, although they face competition from Nottingham Forest, while there is also interest in Juventus outcast Dusan Vlahovic too.

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Brentford are expecting an offer from Tottenham for forward Yoane Wissa, according to talkSPORT.

The Europa League winners are looking to bolster their attacking options further following deals for Mohammed Kudus and Morgan Gibbs-White, and are now eager to reunite head coach Thomas Frank with his former player.

Brentford are said to be demanding around £40m for Wissa this summer, with the 28-year-old having entered the final year of his contract at the Gtech Community Stadium.

The Bees would reportedly be ‘extremely reluctant’ to lose both him and Bryan Mbeumo in the same window – the latter remains a top attacking target for Manchester United.

Tottenham Want to Sign Yoane Wissa

Brentford anticipating an offer for the 28-year-old

Brentford are set to make a serious profit on Wissa this summer if they decide to cash in, having signed the 28-year-old from French side Lorient for just £7.2m in August 2021.

The ‘extraordinary’ Congolese forward is coming off a career-best 2024/25 campaign, scoring 19 goals and providing five assists in 35 Premier League appearances.

He is also believed to have serious suitors at Nottingham Forest, who saw Spurs activate Gibbs-White’s release clause earlier this week.

Forest are understood to have renewed their interest from January and submitted an offer worth less than £25m – considerably lower than Brentford’s valuation.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Wissa has registered 62 goal contributions in 149 appearances for Brentford.

Tottenham have announced Kudus as the first new signing of Frank’s era at the club and are now close to sealing a £60m move for Gibbs-White.

The England international is set to have a medical at Spurs on Friday and follow Anthony Elanga out of Forest, after the Swede agreed to join Newcastle in a deal worth up to £55m this week.

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Tottenham are now eyeing a move to sign Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic this summer after he was made available for transfer, according to Caught Offside.

Thomas Frank is looking to strengthen his squad after his arrival from Brentford as the club's new manager, as the north London side prepare to compete in the Champions League in 2025/26 following their Europa League win last season.

Spurs have moved quickly this week to seal agreements for both Mohammed Kudus and Morgan Gibbs-White, but they're not done there and are now eyeing another addition.

Tottenham Want to Sign Vlahovic

Serbian is allowed to leave Juventus

The Serbian, who currently earns £315,000-a-week at Juventus, is set to leave the Allianz Stadium this summer as the Serie A club are desperate to get his wages off their books.

That has opened the door to a cut-price deal away, with the player open to a Premier League move, and Spurs could look to add him to their squad as an option to compete with Dominic Solanke as the starting striker.

A deal for Vlahovic could advance soon with a deal already agreed for both Kudus and Gibbs-White to make the move to north London for a combined £115m from West Ham and Nottingham Forest respectively.

Vlahovic is not the only striker who has been linked with a move to join Frank's squad, with the Dane looking at a move to reunite with Brentford star Yoane Wissa this summer.

The DR Congo star is reportedly available for around £50m and Spurs have already begun looking at the financials needed to make a deal happen. But they now face competition from Nottingham Forest for his signature, after the Reds made a formal offer to Brentford for the 28-year-old striker.

The offer was worth below their asking price, which leaves time for Spurs to respond, but it's possible they look to move for Vlahovic instead due to his availability and Juventus' willingness to do a deal.

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Tottenham Hotspur have been holding discussions over a swoop for Maxime Esteve and may need him to push for a transfer to Hotspur Way if they want to stand a chance of convincing Burnley to lower their demands ahead of the new campaign, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs are on the verge of sealing the arrival of Mohammed Kudus, with the Ghanaian undergoing medical tests ahead of a £55million switch from West Ham United, but head coach Thomas Frank is in the market for further reinforcements as he prepares for a season which will include Champions League action.

Although Brentford marksman Yoane Wissa is on Tottenham's radar, while there is also interest in Nottingham Forest playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White, the north Londoners are searching for another defensive presence to provide the likes of Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven with fresh competition.

Spurs Face Stumbling Block in Esteve Pursuit

North Londoners will have to splash cash to recruit 23-year-old

Tottenham have been locked in talks over a move for Esteve, according to GMS sources, but Burnley's demands are proving to be a significant stumbling block as the newly-promoted Premier League side have slapped a £50million price tag on him in a bid to deter suitors from testing their resolve with a formal offer.

The 23-year-old has been described as 'unbelievable' by Clarets boss Scott Parker, who enjoyed time at Spurs during his playing career, and he had a crucial role in steering the Lancashire side back into the top flight at the first attempt after making himself one of the first names on the team sheet.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham do not feel that Burnley have priced Esteve at market value, despite enjoying a productive 2024/25 campaign, and they may need him to agitate for a switch in order to be able to recruit him for closer to the £30million they are adamant he should cost.

The Europa League winners are not the only side showing interest in luring the centre-back away from Turf Moor as there have been suggestions that domestic counterparts Crystal Palace and Everton - along with reigning Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich - have also included him on their shortlist of targets.

But Tottenham are attempting to steal a march as there has been contact with Burnley over the possibility of a deal for Esteve, GMS sources have learned, and negotiations have begun as the north Londoners aim to build on the imminent acquisition of Kudus as a fresh attacking threat.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Maxime Esteve won four aerial duels and made three clearances during Burnley's victory over Millwall on the final day of the 2024/25 Championship campaign

Frenchman worked his way onto radar during Postecoglou's reign

GMS sources have been told that Tottenham's interest in Esteve predates the appointment of Frank as Ange Postecoglou's successor in the hot-seat as the capital club have had him in their sights for more than six months and have been contemplating whether to up the ante in their pursuit.

Spurs are confident that they will have no issues meeting the Frenchman's salary demands if they manage to reach an agreement with Burnley as he is currently on a contract worth £15,000-per-week, but work still needs to be done to ensure he embarks on a fresh challenge away from Turf Moor.

Tottenham have been considering Esteve due to there being a strong desire to bring in another option at the heart of the backline ahead of Frank's first season at the helm, GMS sources understand, while a left-back is also being sought after Sergio Reguilon was among the names to depart as a free agent when his deal expired at the end of last month.

GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs are prepared to sell Yves Bissouma, which would leave a void in the middle of the park, and Serie A heavyweights Juventus are among the sides showing a willingness to offer an exit route as they aim to bolster their squad before the campaign gets underway.

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Tottenham Hotspur's transfer window has sprung into life this week, with the club having agreed a £55million move for West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus - and they could further that with another major signing, with reports suggesting that they have turned their attention to landing Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White after an outstanding season from the midfielder.

Spurs' awful campaign in the Premier League last season saw them finish 17th, their lowest-ever finish in the competition and one that is likely to be their worst for a long time, unless they are relegated in the future. However, salvaged by a Europa League win, that means that they will feature in the Champions League next season by virtue of their continental success - and having tempted Kudus to the club, Gibbs-White could be next on the list despite qualifying for the Europa Conference League himself with Forest.

Report: Tottenham 'Turn Attention' to Morgan Gibbs-White

The Nottingham Forest star has plenty of suitors after a great campaign

The report by David Ornstein states that Tottenham have now 'turned their attention' to Gibbs-White as they look to be rivalled to the signing of Eberechi Eze - despite being close to sealing a move for West Ham star Kudus.

New Spurs boss Thomas Frank is a 'long-term admirer' of the England international, and at 25 years of age, he's slowly coming into his peak as a Premier League player, being labelled as 'unplayable' in the past.

Tottenham will try to convince Gibbs-White to move to north London if a deal can be agreed with Forest, though that could be difficult due to his supposed £100million price tag.

Gibbs-White is high on the recruitment list of various leading clubs in the country, but Spurs are hopeful given their Champions League status. He was strongly considered by Manchester City though they instead favoured Lyon star Rayan Cherki and AC Milan metronome Tijjani Reijnders instead - leaving hm at the City Ground.

It's slightly worrying news for Forest, who are set to see fellow star Anthony Elanga depart for Newcastle United for a fee of £55million in the coming days - though if both were to leave, there would be an exceptional chance for a rebuild ahead for the club.

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Tottenham have started talks to sign Brentford forward Yoane Wissa, journalist Graeme Bailey has claimed.

The Europa League winners are looking to bolster their attacking options further after agreeing a £55m deal for West Ham star Mohammed Kudus, and have identified Wissa as their next target.

Spurs are hoping to reunite the 28-year-old forward with his former Brentford coach Thomas Frank, who is believed to be ‘pushing’ for Wissa’s arrival in North London this summer.

Brentford are said to be demanding around £50m for the Congolese international, who has now entered the final year of his contract at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Tottenham Keen on Yoane Wissa’s Arrival

Facing competition from Premier League clubs

According to Bailey, Tottenham could face competition from Newcastle United for Wissa this summer, as the Magpies are also believed to be in talks with the 28-year-old’s representatives.

Eddie Howe’s side are considering Wissa as a ‘strong alternative’ to Joao Pedro, who joined Chelsea earlier this month despite long-standing interest from Tyneside.

Wissa is said to be keen on leaving Brentford this summer, although he has yet to indicate a preferred destination.

The ‘extraordinary’ forward, who joined the Bees from Lorient in 2021, enjoyed his best Premier League season in 2024/25, scoring 19 goals and providing five assists in 35 appearances.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Wissa has registered 62 goal contributions in 149 appearances for Brentford.

Tottenham are now close to sealing a move for Kudus, having agreed a package worth £55m with West Ham.

The Ghana international will sign a six-year contract with the North London club and become Spurs’ first signing of a new era under Frank.

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