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Tottenham Hotspur have identified Savinho as their 'dream' Brennan Johnson replacement with the January transfer window now open, according to GIVEMESPORT senior correspondent Ben Jacobs.

Johnson is on the verge of sealing a £33.5m move to Crystal Palace after being told by Spurs manager Thomas Frank that he was no longer in his plans, with a medical taking place on Thursday night.

Now the north London club will work on bringing in a replacement before the February 2 deadline.

Tottenham had been in for Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo - who is now expected to join Manchester City - before removing themselves from the race after the Ghana international told them he wasn't interested in joining.

Now, they could test City's resolve again by making a second move for Savinho this month.

Tottenham Need 'Serious Money' to Sign Savinho

Tottenham were prepared to pay more than £70m to bring the Brazil international in from the Etihad during last summer's transfer window, but the move was blocked by Man City CEO Ferran Soriano.

Spurs would need to offer a similar fee to £70m, which was deemed attractive by City before they decided the player wasn't for sale, again in mid-season to have any chance of entering negotiations to complete a transfer.

According to Jacobs, writing in his latest GIVEMESPORT newsletter, the north Londoners could test City's resolve again this month for a player who was keen on joining them just a few months ago.

Tottenham Need Savinho

Despite adding the likes of Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani to their frontline during the summer, things haven't really clicked well for Tottenham in the final third.

At the halfway mark of the Premier League season, they have scored 27 goals in 19 matches and Frank was booed by some supporters following the dull 0-0 draw with his old club Brentford on New Year's Day.

Spurs need an injection of quality and pace to offer something different in their attack when Johnson leaves, and Savinho would provide the answer as he loves to constantly run against and harass defenders.

The 21-year-old is able to play either on the left or right wing and while he isn't the finished product yet, Pep Guardiola has tipped him to go on to become a 'top-class' player.

Crucial Week for Thomas Frank's Future

After another unwatchable display against Brentford, Frank now faces a defining week which could impact his future as Tottenham manager.

Currently lying in 12th position in the Premier League standings, Spurs host seventh-placed Sunderland at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, before travelling to Bournemouth on Wednesday night.

Those two league games are followed by a third round FA Cup tie at home to high-flying Aston Villa, as the north Londoners look to secure a win against Unai Emery's side in their bid to win a domestic trophy.

Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United lead the January race to sign Atletico Madrid star Conor Gallagher, according to TEAMtalk.

Spurs and United are both looking to bolster their midfield this month and see the England international as a strong and attainable target.

Gallagher only joined Atletico Madrid in a £35m deal from Chelsea 18 months ago but his future with the LaLiga giants is in doubt with his minutes limited under Diego Simeone this term.

It means a return to the Premier League could be on the cards at the start of 2026 with no shortage of interest from top-flight clubs.

Conor Gallagher Wants Premier League Return

According to TEAMtalk, Tottenham and Manchester United are in pole position to bring the 25-year-old back to English shores this month, and Atletico are willing to sell the Englishman for the right price.

Thomas Frank sees Gallagher as the ideal addition to his Spurs midfield, with the north Londoners being long-term admirers of the Epsom-born star, even when he was with rivals Chelsea.

Gallagher is said to be enthusiastic about a switch to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, given his London roots and the fact he would be able to play Champions League football with them this term.

Spurs might not have everything their own way in their bid to land Gallagher though, with Ruben Amorim's Red Devils also frontrunners to land him before the February 2 deadline.

There are other Premier League suitors too in Newcastle United - who can offer top-level European football - as well as Everton and West Ham United, with the latter looking to shake up their squad to stave off relegation to the Championship.

Gallagher's priority is to play regularly to force his way back into Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the North American World Cup this summer, which could play a key part in any negotiations.

Gallagher is Ideal Mid-Season Tottenham Signing

The January transfer window is notoriously difficult to find the right players on the right deal, but Gallagher is a rare good opportunity for Spurs.

As mentioned, he's not a new target for the north London club as they have been tracking him for years, so it would be far from a mid-season panic buy.

Tottenham have felt for many years that the £200,000-a-week star can add something for them in the middle of the park, and now they may have the ideal opportunity to finally land him.

Spurs have sometimes struggled in that area of the pitch this season, with Rodrigo Bentancur and Joao Palhinha's partnership there criticised at points during the current campaign.

The positive of bringing Gallagher in is that Spurs and Frank know that not only are they getting a proven Premier League player who offers high work rate, leadership and a goal threat from midfield, but he is also going to be highly motivated and ready to go that extra mile in every game to catch Tuchel's attention.

What Else is Happening at Tottenham in January?

The major story at the start of January has been around the future of Brennan Johnson, who looks to be on course to join Crystal Palace - it could even happen before the weekend.

Tottenham are keen to reignite their interest in signing Maghnes Akliouche in January, according to reports from the Daily Mail.

Spurs are desperate to strengthen their squad following a disappointing start to life under Thomas Frank in North London.

Despite finishing 17th last term, expectations were high for Tottenham after winning the Europa League last term. However, this season has been a struggle, with Frank's side sitting 13th in the Premier League.

A series of injuries to key offensive players including James Maddison, Dominic Solanke, Dejan Kulusevski have left them light in the final third and as a result, they're keen to add genuine quality in a bid to add some extra sparkle into a side who have struggled at times this term.

With the search underway for creativity, Tottenham are considering a move for a player whom they have admired for some time.

Tottenham Chase Maghnes Akilouche

Tottenham are interested in a move to sign Maghnes Akliouche of Monaco. The versatile attacking midfielder was a target for the club in the summer, signaling that he is hight up the club's wishlist.

So far this season, the 23-year-old has scored three goals and provided five assists for the French side in 22 appearances. Since progressing through the club's youth set up, he has 41 goal contributions in 118 games. He has also scored once in five senior appearances for France's national team.

The report also states that Spurs are interested in RB Leipzig’s teenage winger Yan Diomande, Kenan Yildiz of Juventus and Man City star Savinho.

Akilouche Could Be Brennan Johnson Upgrade

While Akilouche is just one of a number of targets being considered, Spurs are keen to strengthen this area after making a decision on Brennan Johnson's future. Totteham have accepted a £35million offer from Crystal Palace for the wide forward witth the decision now up to the player to decide where his future lies.

Described as having "a left foot made of gold", Akilouche would bring real quality to Tottenham's attacking line. His pace, trickery and flair make him a real handful and someone that would undoubtedly flourish under Thomas Frank.

Spurs have lacked that spark this season and if they can find it in January, it could do them the world of good. Securing European football is a must for Frank's side and if they can complete this deal, it could really aid their push.

Crystal Palace are hopeful that Tottenham forward Brennan Johnson could play for the club against Newcastle United this weekend, GIVEMESPORT sources understand.

The Eagles agreed a fee worth £35m for the Wales international earlier this week but were waiting to find out if Johnson would be willing to make the move, with a number of other clubs showing an interest ahead of the January transfer window opening.

But the club has now booked a medical for the next 24 hours for Johnson, with a hope that the 24-year-old could make his debut as early as the Premier League game against the Magpies at St James' Park.

Medical Booked for Brennan Johnson

Johnson, who has been described as 'rapid', has fallen down the pecking order under Thomas Frank at Spurs, despite scoring the winning goal in the Europa League final back in May to hand the club their first trophy in 17 years.

With Palace struggling with the fixture schedule recently, Oliver Glasner has made it clear to the club that he is keen to bring in reinforcements during the January window and GMS understands that Johnson was the club's top target.

A deal has been agreed between the clubs, and the player is expected to travel for a medical imminently ahead of potentially debuting on Sunday. The £35m deal will be a club-record signing, surpassing the £27m they spent on Christian Benteke in 2016. It also represents a good value deal, with Johnson having signed for Spurs for £47.5m in the summer of 2023 from Nottingham Forest.

Johnson could go straight into the lineup if a deal is completed in time, with Eddie Nketiah injured, while Ismaila Sarr is currently representing Senegal at AFCON.

Sunderland Made Late Hijack Attempt

GIVEMESPORT sources can reveal that Johnson has now given his green light to a move to Selhurst Park, and that's despite Sunderland making a late attempt to hijack the move with a bid.

The Black Cats have been excellent since their promotion to the top-flight and currently sit seventh in the table, but have lost a number of key players to AFCON this month. Regis Le Bris is keen to keep the momentum and wanted to bring the Welsh forward in, but he has opted for Palace instead.

Everton and Bournemouth, who are looking to replace Man City-bound Antoine Semenyo, were also both interested in the winger, but it's Crystal Palace who have won the race for his signature barring a late twist in the tale.

Tottenham Hotspur could be ready to revisit their interest in Manchester City star Savinho once Antoine Semenyo's move from Bournemouth is completed, according to the Daily Mail.

Thomas Frank's side were keen to sign the Brazil star in the summer as they looked to strengthen their attacking options, but Man City opted against selling him and even convinced him to sign a new long-term contract at the Etihad Stadium until 2031.

But so far this season the 21-year-old has managed just four starts in the Premier League for Pep Guardiola's side, and after missing out on a deal for the Ghana forward Semenyo to City, Spurs could be ready to make another move for him.

Tottenham Eye Savinho Again

Savinho, who has been described as 'elite', has found himself behind Phil Foden, Rayan Cherki and Jeremy Doku in the pecking order this season, but his quality is still undeniable and he has managed to register two assists from his seven starts in all competitions.

With the World Cup to come next summer, he is likely to want to play more regular football and with Semenyo opting for a move to the Etihad Stadium, he is likely to fall even further down the pecking order in the second half of the season.

Tottenham made a play for Semenyo themselves, but were politely declined, and it's reported that they could now look at a move for Savinho again should he be made available for a transfer. In the summer, it was reported that the club were willing to 'obliterate' their transfer record to sign him, and Savinho was open to making the move to north London too before it was blocked by City chiefs.

It's unclear if City would now be more open to allowing him to leave, although there is also interest in Oscar Bobb from Borussia Dortmund which could see the numbers of the squad reduced too, while Omar Marmoush is another option to potentially be sold.

Savinho Would Be Perfect for Tottenham

Any player that is described as extraordinary by Guardiola must have something about them, and the fact he isn't playing regularly at Man City shouldn't be used as a stick to beat him with.

But Savinho's electric style is something that would be perfect in the Spurs attack alongside Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus, and if a deal is there to be done, then the club should be doing everything they can to get it over the line.

Frank could use an injection of pace and quality into his forward line, and it would also show the club are backing him heading into the new year too, despite a tough run of results recently.

Tottenham Hotspur are in advanced talks with the representatives of RB Leipzig youngster Yan Diomande, and he could be tempted by a move to the Premier League in January.

GIVEMESPORT sources confirmed on Tuesday that Crystal Palace had agreed a £35m fee with Tottenham for the potential signing of Brennan Johnson. The Welsh international is yet to confirm whether he wants to join the Eagles, while Everton and Bournemouth are also keen.

If Johnson does complete a departure from Spurs, which is feeling likely at the moment, then they will be forced to find a replacement in the upcoming market. Whether Tottenham sign a ready-made star to make an immediate impact or an up-and-coming talent remains to be seen, and it appears the latter could be high on their shortlist.

Tottenham Eyeing Yan Diomande in January

According to a report from TEAMtalk, Tottenham are in advanced discussions with the agent of RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande ahead of a possible move in the summer transfer window. The 19-year-old is believed to be tempted by a move to the Premier League, and Spurs could look to sign him as a replacement for Johnson.

A host of other clubs are also interested in Diomande, described as a 'gamebreaker', including sides from the Premier League, but his entourage believed a move to Spurs could be ideal for regular game time. If Tottenham can manage to fend off the competition for his signature, it could be a smart addition for the north London outfit heading into the second half of the season.

Diomande Will Need Time at Tottenham

Signing players from around Europe is always a risk, as there is no guarantee they are able to adapt to Premier League football. We've seen with players at Spurs, such as Xavi Simons, that it's going to take time, with the Dutch international yet to show what he's truly capable of since his move to Tottenham.

Simons flourished in the Bundesliga, just like Diomande is doing now, but he's yet to adapt to the rigours of the Premier League. Diomande will need time to adapt and fully flourish, just like Simons, so asking him to arrive in England and make an immediate impact might be a tough ask, but there's no doubt he's a player with plenty of potential if given time to develop.

Crystal Palace have reached an agreement with Tottenham to sign Brennan Johnson. That is the big breaking transfer news ahead of the January transfer window opening and we are likely to find out in the coming days what is going to happen with the Wales forward.

He is likely to have more than one decision to make. It is not going to be sign for Palace or stay with Spurs, because the likes of Bournemouth and Everton are also interested in his signature.

The likelihood is, however, that he will depart Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this January, bringing to an end a two-and-a-half-year association with the Lilywhites.

Why Brennan Johnson Was Signed in the First Place

Johnson signed from Nottingham Forest in a £47.5million deal in the summer of 2023.

He was an exciting forward player, aged just 22 at the time, signed to be the perfect forward for Ange Postecoglou's dynamic, forward-thinking attacking system.

He ended the 2023/24 season with 16 goal involvements in 35 Premier League matches - five goals and 11 assists - with all of those goal involvements actually coming in the last 29 games of the campaign.

Following a slow start, in which he missed three matches and failed to register a goal involvement in the other six of the first nine matches of the season, as he adapted to a new team and new style, Johnson recorded 16 goal involvements in 29 appearances.

He was the second highest assister in the Premier League that year.

He would follow that up by being Spurs' top scorer in all competitions in 2024/15, notching 18 goals this time, while still adding seven assists to his name too. That made it 25 goal involvements in 51 matches all told, with the biggest one being the UEFA Europa League final winner against Manchester United in Bilbao.

He will go down in history for scoring that goal, the strike that won Tottenham their first piece of silverware for 17 years and their first European trophy in 41 years.

Why is Brennan Johnson Not Playing Regularly for Tottenham?

Johnson has contributed to 41 goals in the last two seasons, making him one of Spurs most important forward players. So why is he now looking set to leave the club?

He has four goals to his name this season, although he has not scored in the Premier League since the second week of the season. In fairness to him, he has not played a great deal since then - just 443 minutes in the top flight.

The Welshman has been used sparingly by Thomas Frank, with the Dane preferring the likes of Richarlison, Randal Kolo Muani, Wilson Odobert and Mohammed Kudus in his frontline.

Johnson has struggled to adapt to Frank's style of play in N17, although that can be said for a number of players in what has been a disappointing campaign for the Lilywhites.

The now 24-year-old was bought for Postecoglou and he flourished in that system. The Welshman became known for arriving late at the back post to score from a ball across the box from the opposite wing, doing it so well.

He cannot do that under Frank, with the Dane's attacking plans less focused on getting to the byline and more aimed at the build-up.

Brennan Johnson is a face that, at this moment in time, just does not fit. The question will be whether Frank's face continues to fit in the dugout and whether Spurs are actually letting a player leave who could floruish once more under a different head coach.

Tottenham are set to take a £12.5million hit on a player just two-and-a-half years after signing him. A player who was an important part of a trophy-winning team, no less.

​​​​​​​The Problem Thomas Frank and the Tottenham Hierarchy Have

If Frank is backed, remains in the job for the long term and gets the team playing better, more exciting football, Spurs fans will thank Johnson for his incredible contribution, wish him well and move on.

That may not be the case, however, and there could be even more head scratching going on at having let the previous season's top scorer leave so soon.

Johnson follows Son Heung-min and Harry Kane in being the club's last three top scorers to have departed. The January transfer window will be a big one for Frank and Spurs when it comes to incoming signings.

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande after they agreed a deal with Crystal Palace to sell Brennan Johnson, according to BBC reporter Sami Mokbel.

GIVEMESPORT sources confirmed on Tuesday morning that Crystal Palace have agreed a £35m deal to sign Johnson from Spurs. Everton and Bournemouth are also believed to be interested, and Johnson is yet to make a decision on whether he wants to make the move to Palace.

As a result, Spurs will have to find a replacement if a deal with Palace goes through, but with multiple Premier League clubs keen, it looks as though Johnson could be heading through the exit door.

Tottenham Eyeing Diomande After January Exit Agreed

According to BBC journalist Mokbel, Tottenham are now looking at replacements for Johnson after a £35m deal was agreed with Palace. RB Leipzig youngster Diomande, who has burst onto the scene in the Bundesliga this season, is among the possible list of replacements for the north London club.

Diomande is one of the most exciting, up-and-coming wingers in world football at the moment. The 19-year-old has produced eight goals and assists combined in just 10 starts in the Bundesliga, and he's still far from reaching his full potential.

The youngster was with Leganes last season, making six starts in La Liga, before he joined the German outfit in January earlier this year.

Time for Johnson to Move on

Johnson has started just six Premier League games so far this season, and with Spurs investing significantly in their playing squad, he's struggling to become a regular. Tottenham are set to recoup a large portion of what they paid for him, and it allows them to invest in more high-potential talent, such as Diomande.

The additions of Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus in the summer have seen Johnson demoted to being just a squad player, and there's no doubt he'll be keen on playing more regularly. Keeping Johnson as a squad player would be beneficial for Spurs, but it's difficult for them to turn down a bid of £35m.

Tottenham Hotspur have made an offer worth £86m to sign FC Porto striker Samu Aghehowa, according to Fichajes.net.

The Lilywhites had a busy summer transfer window which saw them bring in the likes of Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani from RB Leipzig and Paris Saint-Germain respectively, but the team has struggled so far under Thomas Frank and sit 11th in the Premier League.

Now the club are looking at further reinforcements, with a new number nine seemingly a top priority, and Spain international Samu has now emerged as a top target for the side heading into the new year.

Tottenham 'Table £86m Offer' for Samu

Aghehowa, who has been described as 'one of the most prolific strikers in Europe', has reached great heights with the Portuguese giants since his move from Atletico Madrid in the summer of 2024.

The 21-year-old has scored 18 goals already this season, adding on to his 25 goals last season, and he attracted major interest from some of Europe's top clubs during the summer, although Porto stood firm on their valuation, pointing all clubs to his €100m (£86m) release clause.

However, it has now emerged that Tottenham would be ready to pay that amount to bring him to north London in 2026 and a report even goes as far as to state that an offer has been tabled.

Porto have made it clear that unless the release clause is met, there is no chance they will sanction an exit for Aghehowa in the January transfer window, which means Spurs may have no choice but to do so if they want to bring him in for the second half of the campaign. However, a deal could potentially be agreed ahead of the summer, which would help Spurs to beat off the competition for his signature.

Tottenham Must Move Quickly for Samu

It's clear that a new striker is something that Spurs should be pushing hard for. Richarlison is the top scorer this season but there are doubts over his long-term future, while Kolo Muani's performances are unlikely to have convinced anyone to make the loan permanent, and Dominic Solanke's injury woes are surely a concern.

A lot of top clubs brought in a new striker last summer which could clear the path a bit for Tottenham to go for Samu, but they are highly unlikely to be able to get a clear run at him such is his quality, and pre-agreeing a deal in January could be their best bet.

An £86m offer is absolutely no joke and if they are ready to pay, then Porto will certainly be ready to do business, and it may just finally give them their Harry Kane replacement.

Tottenham Hotspur are ready to step up their interest in Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton in 2026 with a 'very significant offer', according to TEAMtalk.

Thomas Frank's side have struggled to find some momentum this season and currently sit 11th in the Premier League table following a 1-0 win over Palace at the weekend, and Spurs are still keen to strengthen their squad further despite a strong summer window.

Now the north London club are looking at pushing ahead with an ambitious move for the England international midfielder in 2026 in order to beat off stiff competition from rival clubs.

Tottenham Ready to Bid for Adam Wharton

Wharton, who has been described as 'phenomenal', is considered to be one of the best young midfielders in the Premier League, and a move away from Selhurst Park has become a hot topic in recent seasons.

After Michael Olise and Eberechi Eze were both sold for big fees in recent seasons, Wharton is expected to be the next big-money departure from the Eagles, and there is strong interest from the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool.

But Tottenham are ready to enter the race too and are prepared to make a 'very significant offer' to convince both player and club to strike a deal with them instead.

Palace don't want to lose Wharton this summer, and he is currently under contract until 2029, which leaves them in a strong position for any negotiations. They are also expected to lose Marc Guehi on a free transfer, while manager Oliver Glasner is not expected to renew his contract before it expires in the summer, which means big change could be coming.

But Spurs are keen to bolster their squad further, and there is an acceptance that a big offer could see Palace become more open to a move.

Wharton Move Would Be a Statement of Intent

Tottenham were able to bring in Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani last summer ahead of stiff competition, and that should give the club some hope that they could do it again in a race for Wharton.

However, unless they really step up their performances on the pitch quickly, then it will be difficult to convince him that it's the right place for him to continue his development and then potentially even move on to even bigger things.

A very big offer could be the best way for them to blow other teams out of the water, and also potentially making the move in January rather than waiting until the summer could be key for them, but it won't be easy to do.