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Tottenham Hotspur are ready to pay £60m to sign Bournemouth defender Illia Zabarnyi, despite the Ukrainian international agreeing a five-year deal with Paris Saint-Germain, according to RMC Sport.

It's been a relatively slow start to the summer transfer window for Spurs, who appointed Thomas Frank following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou. Mohammed Kudus has arrived through the door from West Ham United, while any other additions confirmed have only been loan signings being turned permanent, or non-senior reinforcements.

After such a disappointing Premier League campaign last time out, finishing 17th in England's top flight, further reinforcements will be necessary to help Frank build a squad capable of climbing back into the top half. With a new manager comes a new system, so Spurs will have to find players who will fit with what Frank is trying to build at the north London club.

Tottenham Ready to Pay £60m to Hjiack PSG Move

Zabarnyi has agreed a five-year deal with PSG

According to a report from RMC Sport, Tottenham are ready to pay £60m to sign Bournemouth defender Zabarnyi. The Ukrainian centre-back has already agreed a five-year deal with PSG, and he only wants to join the Ligue 1 outfit, but the two clubs are yet to agree a fee. This is where Spurs could swoop in if they are prepared to cough up the cash, but it will depend on whether Zabarnyi would be open to joining Frank's side if a move to PSG falls through.

Zabarnyi, described as 'unbelievable' by Philip Billing, is in demand during the summer transfer window, and it's no surprise considering the performances he produced for the Cherries during the 2024/2025 season. The 22-year-old formed an impressive partnership alongside Dean Huijsen, despite the duo being new to the Premier League and having minimal senior experience, but neither player looked out of place as they flourished under Andoni Iraola.

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Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott's future is 'one to watch', with three or four clubs interested, according to Fabrizio Romano, writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move to sign Elliott this summer, and a departure appears possible considering some of the players Liverpool have brought in over the last few months. Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike have both arrived through the door to bolster Arne Slot's attacking options, meaning Elliott could find regular minutes hard to come by in the 2024/2025 campaign.

It wouldn't be a surprise if Slot was keen to keep Elliott, labelled as 'special' by the EFL, at Anfield due to his versatility and ability, but there's a chance he might want to seek a new challenge to receive regular game time. If a club in the Premier League is willing to make Elliott a guaranteed starter, then it will be interesting to see his stance on a move.

Three or four clubs are keen on the midfielder

Writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, Romano has confirmed that Elliott's situation at Liverpool is going to be 'one to watch' in the summer transfer window. The respected reporter adds that three of four clubs are interested in signing the England youth international, but no decision has been made on his future just yet...

"It's gonna be one to watch. There's interest from 3-4 clubs for Elliott, and he's assessing options. No decision made yet on his Liverpool future, but an interesting one."

Reports recently emerged that Tottenham are interested in signing Liverpool's Elliott and have made an approach to secure his signature. Spurs are in the market for an attacking midfielder after a deal to sign Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White fell through.

Elliott's future seems uncertain as it stands, and it wouldn't be a surprise to see him head through the exit door before the summer transfer window slams shut in September.

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Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a significant boost in their pursuit of Jack Grealish as the Manchester City star has given indications that he would be prepared to relocate to the capital if Hotspur Way recruitment chiefs up the ante in their pursuit, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs head coach Thomas Frank has been given the opportunity to splash the cash since being appointed as Europa League-winning tactician Ange Postecoglou's successor, leading to Mohammed Kudus completing a £55million switch from West Ham United earlier this month.

But Tottenham have been in the market for further creativity ahead of the transfer window slamming shut on September 1, which resulted in attempting to land Morgan Gibbs-White before he signed a new contract at Nottingham Forest, and Grealish is firmly on their radar as a possible recruit.

Grealish Hands Spurs a Major Boost in Pursuit

England international showing willingness to head to capital

Tottenham target Grealish is interested in sealing a move to London if a realistic opportunity opens up, according to GMS sources, and the funds that came with Champions League qualification have resulted in Frank being ahead of fellow suitors West Ham United in the race for his signature.

Although the winger has been described as 'outstanding' by Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, he has been weighing up the possibility of embarking on a fresh challenge as it has become clear that he is at serious risk of being deprived of regular game time if he remains at the Etihad Stadium.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham have made early enquiries over Grealish, who racked up eight goal involvements over the course of 32 appearances during the 2024/25 campaign, and they have a serious chance of securing his services if they cement their interest with a formal offer.

The England international became the most expensive acquisition in British history when he joined Manchester City in a £100million deal from boyhood club Aston Villa in August 2021, but further big-name arrivals have resulted in him falling down the pecking order in his current surroundings.

Tottenham has been pinpointed as Grealish's most likely destination if he heads to the capital, GMS sources have learned, and his representatives are waiting to discover whether last season's Europa League winners are prepared to head to the negotiating table with a proposal in the coming weeks.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Jack Grealish was limited to 735 minutes of Premier League action during the 2024/25 campaign

Grealish's Wages Cause Problem for Admirers

Fellow suitors struggling to cover acceptable portion of pay package

GMS sources have been told that Tottenham are ahead of West Ham in the race for Grealish as their more lucrative budget means they have a better chance of finding a way to cover an acceptable portion of his wages if they attempt to lure him away from domestic counterparts Manchester City on loan.

The 29-year-old is on a contract which allows him to pocket £300,000-per-week, a figure the Hammers cannot get close to matching as they go in search of reinforcements, and Spurs are contemplating whether to hand him an exit route from the Etihad Stadium as they prepare for the new season.

Grealish is also open-minded about joining Everton after they have been showing the most interest in him at this stage, GMS sources understand, but he has shown that he is keen to move onto pastures new in the capital and that has given Tottenham fresh optimism in their recruitment drive.

GMS sources recently revealed that Manchester City's initial preference was to offload the three-time Premier League champion before they returned for pre-season, highlighting that he is on the market, and the door has been left ajar for Spurs to make their move before their Super Cup clash with Paris Saint-Germain.

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Tottenham Hotspur are now eyeing a move to sign Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho this summer to replace captain Heung-Min Son, according to TBR Football.

New manager Thomas Frank was dealt a blow in his quest to rebuild the squad after the club agreed to trigger Gibbs-White's £60m release clause, before Nottingham Forest stepped in with a legal challenge and eventually convinced the player to sign a new contract.

Now the Lilywhites are being forced to look at alternative options for the attacking midfield positions, with Argentina winger Garnacho emerging as a real option.

Tottenham Eyeing Garnacho Move

Garnacho, who has been described as "phenomenal", is expected to leave Man Utd this summer after a public fall-out with manager Ruben Amorim, with INEOS looking to cash in to help raise funds for other transfer business.

While Gibbs-White plays more as a number ten and Garnacho plays as a winger, both players are likely to cost in the region of around £60m and that means the north London club could instead pivot and put the funds towards signing the Old Trafford youngster.

Spurs are also expecting captain Heung-Min Son to move on this summer, with GMS sources understanding that a deal to see him join LA FC is advanced, and Garnacho could instead come in to replace him on the left-wing.

The north London club will also face competition from the likes of Aston Villa and Chelsea for his signature, with the player prioritising a move to stay in the Premier League over options aborad.

Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich have already made an approach to Man Utd to find out what it would take to get a deal done, but the player's preference of remaining in England is likely to be a big hurdle to any deal, and Bayern have just completed a move to sign Liverpool star Luis Diaz.

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Tottenham Hotspur winger Mikey Moore is set to undergo a medical at Rangers within the next 48 hours, ahead of a season-long loan move to the Scottish Premiership club.

The 17-year-old - who has been described as 'outstanding' by scout Jacek Kulig - is widely considered one of the most exciting young talents to emerge from Spurs’ academy and enjoyed a genuine breakthrough season in 2024/25, making 19 senior appearances across all competitions.

His rise to first-team involvement has attracted attention from Birmingham City, West Bromwich Albion, Charlton Athletic and Coventry City, but Rangers have emerged as the preferred destination.

Spurs Had Initial Concerns Over Moore's Exit

Productive conversations resulted in U-turn being made

An agreement between Rangers and Tottenham is already in place, with Moore expected to return to north London next summer. Sources have told GIVEMESPORT that Spurs were initially hesitant to let the teenager leave, but after productive conversations involving senior staff at both clubs, all parties agreed that consistent senior football is the right next step.

Rangers manager Russell Martin and technical performance director Dan Purdy played key roles in facilitating the move. Martin has long admired Moore’s profile and sees him as someone who can contribute immediately. He also has a strong track record of developing young players, having overseen Tyler Dibling’s emergence at Southampton.

Moore made headlines in January when he scored his first senior goal for Tottenham in a 3-0 UEFA Europa League win over Swedish side Elfsborg. That result was one of many to lay the foundation for Spurs' successful continental campaign, which ended with them lifting the trophy. It was a major moment for the teenager, who impressed coaches and supporters with his composure on the European stage.

Predominantly a left-winger, Moore is also comfortable playing on the right or through the middle. He is known for his acceleration, close control and movement in the final third. Highly regarded within the England youth set-up, he has represented his country at multiple age levels and continues to be seen as a player with strong international potential.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Mikey Moore was handed 310 minutes of action during Tottenham Hotspur's triumphant 2024/25 Europa League campaign

Son Also Edging Towards Making Departure

North Londoners' captain moves closer to heading to United States

It’s the latest imminent departure from Tottenham after Ben Jacobs and Tom Bogert revealed on GMS that Los Angeles FC are advancing in talks to sign captain Son Heung-min.

In contrast to Son, who is in the final year of his contract, Moore's move to Rangers is temporary and not just about playing time. It is about exposing him to an environment where pressure, expectation and the demand for results will push his development further. An official announcement is expected later this week, pending the successful completion of the medical.

There is no option to buy included in the deal. Tottenham remain fully committed to Moore’s long-term future and view this loan as a key step in preparing him for consistent Premier League involvement. Thomas Frank and his coaching staff are tracking his progress closely and believe Moore has the potential to make a first-team impact in the near future.

The switch represents a positive step for all sides. For Moore, it is a chance to grow in a high-pressure environment. For Rangers, it is the addition of one of English football’s brightest young attacking talents. And for Tottenham, it is an investment in a player they firmly believe can play a major role in their future.

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Tottenham Hotspur have turned their attentions to a deal for Leicester star Bilal El Khannouss after missing out on Morgan Gibbs-White, according to TBR Football.

The north London club have had a moderate transfer window so far under new manager Thomas Frank, with Kota Takai and Mohammed Kudus arriving to bolster the squad, while they also thought they had a deal sealed for Nottingham Forest playmaker Gibbs-White.

However, despite initially agreeing a move to Spurs, a legal challenge from Forest put the deal in limbo, and the player has now signed a contract extension at the City Ground to bring the saga to an end, leaving Tottenham eyeing alternative options instead.

Tottenham Want to Sign El Khannouss

Expected to leave after relegation

El Khannouss, who has been described as a 'magician' by scout Jacek Kulig, enjoyed a fine maiden season in the Premier League with Leicester City and was one of the standout performers for the Foxes despite their relegation to the Championship.

Those performances have seen him attract the attention of several clubs and now Spurs have entered the race for the Moroccan following their disappointment in the chase fro Gibbs-White.

The 21-year-old is expected to leave the King Power Stadium and it's understood he is available for around £25m, which is well within the budget in north London.

But Frank will have to see off stiff competition from the likes of Newcastle United, while Sky Sports have also reported that Crystal Palace are eyeing the forward as their top option to replace Eberechi Eze should he leave Selhurst Park this summer..

Spurs are also looking at a number of other deals with midfield being seen as a priority, as Portugal international Joao Palhinha has emerged as a top target, while GMS understands that captain Heung-Min Son is advancing on a permanent move to LA FC.

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Birmingham City were interested in landing Rangers-bound Mikey Moore from Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur - but cooled their interest as their recent influx of players headed into St Andrew’s.

The ambitious Second City club - and rivals West Bromwich Albion - were both under consideration as the potential next steps in the Spurs starlet’s development path.

But, as the summer progressed, Birmingham's recruitment chiefs realised that they could not guarantee the prodigious 17-year-old game time.

Blues Initially Showed Interest in Moore Deal

Davies considered raiding former employers before making U-turn

Boss Chris Davies did not want to sully his reputation with his former club and Birmingham stepped back from chasing Moore. The tactician, who worked as No.2 to Ange Postecoglou before trying his luck in the hot seat at St Andrew’s, wants to keep the door open to future deals with the north London club.

He didn’t want to push hard for the teenager - who has been described as 'outstanding' by scout Jacek Kulig - and then not be able to deliver with minutes on the pitch.

Twelve months ago, Davies was under enormous pressure to lift the American-owned club back into the Championship at the first time of asking. Birmingham used up one of their loans from Premier League clubs as they took Luke Harris from Fulham.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Mikey Moore was handed 310 minutes of action during Tottenham Hotspur's triumphant 2024/25 Europa League campaign

The midfielder did make 10 starts as the Blues carried all before them during their record-breaking League One campaign. But the Cottagers would have been hoping the 20-year-old would have had more exposure - potentially of the kind that new loan club Oxford United will provide.

Birmingham did not want to make promises - either to the player or the club - that they could not keep.

Tottenham are preparing a £45m bid to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha, journalist Sebastien Vidal has claimed.

The Europa League winners are reportedly readying an approach for the Portuguese international and have already held talks with Bayern over a potential deal this summer.

Spurs are believed to have identified Palhinha as their next midfield target following the Morgan Gibbs-White blow, and are ready to step up their interest with an initial bid.

Palhinha, who joined Bayern from Fulham last summer, is under contract with the Bavarians until June 2028.

Tottenham Keen on Joao Palhinha

Readying an approach for the 30-year-old midfielder

According to Vidal, Tottenham are ready to move for Palhinha after initial talks with Bayern, with a bid worth £45m now being prepared:

Palhinha endured an injury-hit first season at Bayern, during which he made just nine starts across all competitions, along with a further 15 appearances off the bench.

He also struggled to break into Vincent Kompany’s starting XI at the Club World Cup, where he made just one appearance, in the 1-0 loss to Benfica.

Palhinha, who earns around £200,000 per week at Bayern, would bring proven Premier League experience to North London this summer, having made 68 top-flight appearances during his time with Fulham.

He spent two seasons at Craven Cottage before his departure last summer and was named Fulham’s Player of the Season for 2022/23.

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Tottenham Hotspur have already shown plenty of ambition since Thomas Frank was announced as Ange Postecoglou's successor in the Hotspur Way dugout, but the north Londoners' hopes of adding to the trophy cabinet will improve if they convince James McAtee to join from Manchester City.

Spurs have been forced to accept defeat in their attempts to lure Morgan Gibbs-White to the capital, with him signing a new contract at Nottingham Forest despite being the subject of a £60million bid from last season's Europa League winners, resulting in the recruitment department having to go back to the drawing board.

Mohammed Kudus has made the big-money switch to Tottenham since the transfer window reopened, completing a £55million move from West Ham United, but Frank needs to put pressure on chairman Daniel Levy and technical director Johan Lange to splash the cash on McAtee as preparations are made for the upcoming campaign.

Spurs Enter Discussions Over McAtee Swoop

North Londoners exploring move for England under-21 international

Tottenham have been holding talks over a move for McAtee after they were snubbed by Gibbs-White, according to TBR Football, and he would be an exciting addition to a squad already brimming with attacking quality as Frank aims to continue making his mark ahead of his first season at the helm.

Although the 22-year-old has been described as 'exceptional' by journalist Ryan Taylor, he has still struggled to work his way into the forefront of Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola's plans since coming through the Etihad Stadium ranks, presenting Spurs with a golden opportunity to pounce.

McAtee played a crucial role in his current employers reaching the FA Cup final last term, thanks to finding the back of the net three times in four outings, and Tottenham are aware that they will have no issues meeting his wage demands as he is on a contract worth £15,000-per-week at this stage.

Spurs were threatened with legal action when they attempted to land Gibbs-White, with Nottingham Forest being adamant there had been an unlawful approach and a breach of confidentiality due to his release clause being triggered, but raiding Manchester City could prove to be the better option.

McAtee is still in the early stages of his career, meaning there is plenty of time for Frank to get the best out of him, and he would be a cheaper alternative to Tottenham's initial first-choice No.10 target as Manchester City have shown a willingness to sanction his departure for £35million ahead of the September 1 deadline.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: James McAtee registered four shots and grabbed an assist as the England under-21 side overcame Germany in the European Championships final last month

McAtee Hands Frank a Major Boost in Pursuit

Attacking midfielder has desire to remain in Premier League

Tottenham have been handed a significant boost in their pursuit of winning the race for McAtee's signature as he has snubbed advances from Bundesliga trio Eintracht Frankfurt, Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen - along with admirers in Italy - due to his desire to prove his worth in the Premier League.

Spurs need to profit from the situation, despite turning Mathys Tel's initial loan switch from Bayern Munich into a permanent agreement worth £30million, as the England under-21 international is a major upgrade and would bring additional creativity to a side preparing to compete in the Champions League.

Tottenham ended their 17-year wait for silverware by beating domestic counterparts Manchester United in the Europa League final two months ago, but snapping up McAtee would result in them regularly challenging for honours in the coming years as he has shown serious promise.

GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs were keeping tabs on the former Sheffield United loanee's situation in the final weeks of last season, having been alerted to the fact that he was poised to be put on the market, and Frank will forget about missing out on Gibbs-White if he can get the deal over the line.

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Manchester United are planning to keep Kobbie Mainoo at Old Trafford and give him the opportunity to work his way into the forefront of head coach Ruben Amorim's plans instead of cashing in after Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur have been showing interest, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

The Red Devils have not been afraid to spend big since the transfer window reopened, leading to Bryan Mbeumo completing a switch worth up to £71million from domestic counterparts Brentford after Matheus Cunha had already become an expensive acquisition thanks to an agreement being reached with Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Although academy graduate Marcus Rashford made a high-profile departure last week, joining reigning La Liga champions Barcelona on an initial loan deal which includes a £26million option to buy, Manchester United do not want Mainoo to become another member of the squad to head through the exit door.

Red Devils Seek to Keep Spurs Target Mainoo

England international aiming to prove worth during pre-season

Manchester United are not looking to sell Mainoo after he has been the subject of informal enquiries from Tottenham, according to GMS sources, and he has been aiming to use the early stages of pre-season to show that he deserves to be handed a prominent role by Amorim rather than seeking to embark on a fresh challenge.

The central midfielder has entered the final two years of a contract which allows him to pocket £25,000-per-week and has been unable to agree fresh terms at this stage, resulting in Spurs sniffing an opportunity to pounce, but Old Trafford chiefs have stopped short of looking to sanction his departure.

GMS sources have been informed that Manchester United have not been actively seeking a buyer for Mainoo, who made 37 appearances in all competitions last term, and he is desperate to prove his worth as he bids to ensure he bags a place in England's squad for the 2026 World Cup.

The 20-year-old is highly-rated within the dressing room, while he has also been described as 'special' by Red Devils icon Paul Scholes, and he was included in the starting line-up as his boyhood club got their United States tour underway with a narrow victory over West Ham United last weekend.

Tottenham have been hoping that Manchester United would be tempted to entertain offers for Mainoo, GMS sources have learned, leading to the north Londoners attempting to work out what would be deemed an acceptable proposal as new boss Thomas Frank aims to bolster the options he inherited from predecessor Ange Postecoglou.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Kobbie Mainoo won two ground duels and made one key pass during Manchester United's Premier League defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in September

Mainoo Pinpointed as Gibbs-White Alternative

Midfielder's versatility leads to admiration from north London

GMS sources have been told that Tottenham upped the ante in their pursuit of Mainoo after it became clear that they will miss out on signing Nottingham Forest talisman Morgan Gibbs-White, but they are set for further frustration as Manchester United are not seeking to do business even though it is not a given that he will be a regular starter under Amorim.

Although the Red Devils made it clear that it would take a bid in the region of £70million to make them consider selling their academy graduate midway through last season, it is intended that he will still be in his current surroundings by the time the summer transfer window slams shut on September 1.

Tottenham are firm admirers of Mainoo because of his ability to play in an advanced role as well as having the quality to be deployed in defensive midfield, GMS sources understand, while they were confident they had spotted a market opportunity to secure an up-and-coming talent who could be added to their homegrown quota.

But Manchester United are aiming to retain their fan favourite, which comes after GMS sources recently revealed that he held positive discussions over his future with Amorim and influential figures behind the scenes are still determined to convince him to agree an improved contract at Old Trafford.

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