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Tottenham could make a move to sign AC Milan star Rafael Leao this summer with Fabio Paratici a big fan of the player, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

The Lilywhites have moved quickly to bolster Thomas Frank's squad this summer after he replaced Ange Postecoglou as manager, signing highly-rated Japan defender Kota Takai and Ghana superstar Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, while a £60m move to sign Morgan Gibbs-White continues to hang in the balance.

But while some deals are already in motion, the club are still keen to strengthen their attack further and the Portugal international has emerged as someone who could be looked at for a deal.

Tottenham Move for Leao 'Could Develop'

Leao, who has been described as an 'electrifying' forward by journalist Kim McCauley, is one of the most feared wingers in Europe after his performances for the Serie A club in recent seasons.

But after Milan missed out on qualifying for the Champions League in the 2025/26 season, there has been speculation that he could be sold to help the club raise funds, while he could look for a new challenge and to play at the highest level.

While speaking on The Last Word on Spurs podcast, Jacobs has now revealed that former managing director of Spurs Paratici is a big fan of the winger and a move to north London could develop later in the window if the opportunity presents itself.

"I think Rafael [Leao] was a target that Paratici, in particular, who we know is still involved, really likes, so that one could develop if a scenario arises where the price drops and the player shows a willingness to finally leave Milan.

"Leao has always been a bit of a red herring, because, of course, people like him, but when there were seasons where Milan had Champions League football, Leao just didn't want to go anywhere.

"And then now you've got a rare season for Milan where they need money, where they haven't got Champions League football. "So would they reluctantly sanction a Leao deal? And Tottenham have looked there, but it will all depend on the player, because he's kind of in love with Milan, and he's never, sort of shown a huge willingness to leave."

Labelled as "one of the best in the world" by national team manager Roberto Martinez, is someone that Tottenham have looked at as a potential option, although no official talks have been held.

Spurs would also have to convince the player, who has thus far shown no desire to leave the San Siro, and any fee is likely to be large, which could leave Daniel Levy with a decision to make.

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Tottenham Hotspur are on course to have their resolve tested by Borussia Dortmund as the Bundesliga heavyweights have set their sights on heading to the negotiating table in an attempt to lure Mikey Moore away from Hotspur Way ahead of the upcoming season, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs have been threatened with legal action by Nottingham Forest following their pursuit of England international Morgan Gibbs-White, but head coach Thomas Frank has remained determined to make alterations to his squad after being appointed as boss Ange Postecoglou's successor.

Although Mohammed Kudus became a statement signing earlier this month, thanks to completing a £55million switch from cross-capital rivals West Ham United, there remains a serious possibility that there will be departures from Tottenham before the transfer window slams shut on September 1.

Spurs at Risk of Facing Battle to Retain Moore

North Londoners on course to have resolve tested over teenager

Tottenham are poised to receive an offer for Moore, according to GMS sources, as Borussia Dortmund are readying a proposal to sign him after deciding that they are keen to test the waters and discover whether the north Londoners will entertain the possibility of sanctioning their academy graduate's departure.

The wide forward has entered the final two years of a contract which allows him to pocket £5,000-per-week at Spurs, resulting in the German giants seeing the remainder of the summer transfer window as an ideal opportunity to make advances as they seek to secure fresh attacking talent.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham have been eager to tie Moore down to fresh terms and convince him to stay at the club instead of allowing him to join Borussia Dortmund, while there are plans to utilise him in pre-season clashes after he was handed chances by Frank's predecessor Postecoglou during the 2024/25 campaign.

But the 17-year-old, who has been described as 'outstanding' by scout Jacek Kulig, is in danger of falling down the pecking order thanks to Kudus' summer arrival and that has resulted in his admirers being eager to gauge whether Spurs would be prepared to entertain a deal before the deadline.

Tottenham are in line to be forced to make a decision over Moore's future, GMS sources have learned, as Borussia Dortmund have a serious interest after already raiding the Premier League by landing Jobe Bellingham from Sunderland and making Yan Couto's loan switch from Manchester City a permanent deal.

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

Moore to Get More Game Time in Bundesliga

German giants have held talks with wide forward's representatives

GMS sources have been told that Borussia Dortmund have been keeping tabs on Moore's situation and their ability to offer him more first-team minutes than he would get if he remains at Tottenham could prove to be key as he weighs up whether it is in his best interests to embark on a fresh challenge.

Influential figures at Signal Iduna Park have already held discussions with the teenager's representatives in an attempt to gauge whether he would be open to heading to Germany, but they have stopped short of entering club-to-club talks at this stage and are preparing their opening proposal.

Borussia Dortmund are expected to be left frustrated if they aim to strike a permanent agreement for Moore, GMS sources understand, meaning that their best chance of persuading Tottenham to do business would be if they make an offer to take him on loan for the upcoming campaign.

GMS sources revealed in May that the north Londoners were ready to hand the up-and-coming youngster an improved contract, but a managerial change and attempts to strengthen a squad preparing to compete in the Champions League have resulted in Spurs being unable to convince him to sign on the dotted line so far.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 18/07/2025

Tottenham Hotspur have made contact with Bournemouth over a deal to sign defender Ilya Zabarnyi, according to talkSPORT journalist Alex Crook.

Thomas Frank is keen to strengthen his squad this summer after taking over as manager this summer, and so far he has brought in highly-rated Japanese defender Kota Takai, while a deal to bring in Mohammed Kudus has also been completed.

But the club are still keen to further bolster their defensive options, and they are now looking to rival Paris Saint-Germain for a top young defender in Zabarnyi.

Willing to pay £60m for the Ukraine international

Zabarnyi, who has been described as an 'elite duel winner' and 'unbelievable' by former teammate Phillip Billing, was a standout performer for the Cherries in the 2024/25 season and formed a solid partnership alongside Dean Huijsen.

The Spaniard has already moved to Real Madrid this summer, and Paris Saint-Germain have been keen to add the Ukraine international to their squad - but so far have struggled to find an agreement with Bournemouth due to their £60m asking price.

Now Spurs are looking to steal a march on their rivals for the defender's signature, and according to Sky Sports journalist Gianluca Di Marzio the north London club would be willing to reach the asking price to get a deal done.

Tottenham currently have Cristian Romero, Micky Van de Ven and Kevin Danso as natural centre-back options in their first-team while Archie Gray and Ben Davies have also played there last season.

But Romero has been strongly linked with a move to Atletico Madrid this summer, and Zabarnyi's arrival would ensure that they aren't weakened in the position if he does end up going.

The club also remain keen on bringing in Nottingham Forest playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White after agreeing to pay his £60m release clause, but the deal is currently being held up by Forest's threat of legal action due to what they deem to have been an illegal approach.

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Tottenham Hotspur have remained determined to sign Morgan Gibbs-White and are adamant that the Nottingham Forest star will complete a switch to Hotspur Way despite being threatened with legal action, GIVEMESPORT senior correspondent Fabrizio Romano has revealed on the latest episode of our Market Madness podcast.

Spurs have not been afraid to splash the cash since Thomas Frank's appointment as their new head coach last month, leading to Mohammed Kudus sealing a £55million move from West Ham United, and there is still an appetite to wrap up further business in preparation for a season which will include Champions League action.

Spurs Still Optimistic of Signing Gibbs-White

North Londoners need to hold discussions over attacking midfielder

Romano has confirmed that Tottenham are still optimistic about their chances of landing Gibbs-White even though they have left Nottingham Forest furious with their attempts to quickly get the deal over the line. Speaking on the latest episode of GMS' Market Madness podcast, the transfer expert said:

"Nottingham Forest are not happy at all with their approach for the player. They mentioned that was not something they expected from Tottenham. Also, how they directly approached the player to inform him about the medical and all the formal steps without having any formal exchange with Nottingham Forest has led to a situation that is quite tense between the two clubs. The medical was booked on Friday last week.

"Now, Tottenham remain confident about their chances of signing the player. But, obviously, now this is a legal topic. They need to have discussions directly with Nottingham Forest to find the solution.

"Of course, it changes the timing of the deal. Tottenham's perfect plan was probably to sign Kudus and Gibbs-White in 24 or 48 hours. It is now going to take a bit longer, but they remain intent on signing the player. That is still their plan, so let's see how it continues on the legal side. But, for sure, Tottenham still want Morgan Gibbs-White."

Nottingham Forest have threatened Tottenham and Gibbs-White's agent with legal action over what they believe was an unlawful approach and a breach of confidentiality regarding the £60million release clause written into his contract, but the north Londoners still have him in their sights as a marquee signing.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Morgan Gibbs-White won four duels and registered two shots during Nottingham Forest's victory over Tottenham Hotspur in April

The 25-year-old attacking midfielder, who is on a deal which allows him to pocket £80,000-per-week in his current surroundings, has been left in a complicated situation and is unaware of where his long-term future lies ahead of a season where he will be looking to secure a place in England's squad for the 2026 World Cup.

GMS sources recently revealed that Nottingham Forest are actively working to persuade Gibbs-White to commit his long-term future to the club by penning fresh terms, but Tottenham are hoping to resolve the situation this week as they want him to be among Frank's options before the new campaign gets underway.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 18/07/2025

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Tottenham Hotspur have left the door open for Premier League rivals Newcastle United to wrap up a deal for Yoane Wissa after the surprise decision was made not to attempt to lure the Brentford star to Hotspur Way at this stage of the summer transfer window, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs head coach Thomas Frank has been aiming to make the squad he inherited from predecessor Ange Postecoglou more of a threat in the attacking third of the pitch, which resulted in the Danish tactician completing the £55million acquisition of Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United last week.

Although Tottenham have been threatened with legal action by Nottingham Forest following their pursuit of England international Morgan Gibbs-White, the north Londoners have been scouring the market for further potential arrivals as they prepare for a season which will include Champions League action.

Spurs Originally Expected to Enter Wissa Race

Frontman may end up joining Premier League counterparts

Tottenham have made a surprise decision by choosing not to sign Wissa, according to GMS sources, and that has allowed Newcastle to up the ante in their pursuit after they were forced to turn their attention towards alternative targets due to being unable to tempt Eintracht Frankfurt into accepting a lucrative offer for Hugo Ekitike earlier this week.

The Magpies have switched their focus to raiding Brentford, with their first-choice striker earmarked as a serious target despite it being clear that it will be difficult to agree a deal, and they have been handed a significant boost as Spurs have given no indications of preparing to go head-to-head for his signature.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham had been expected to enter the race for Wissa, who enjoyed a productive 2024/25 campaign at the Gtech Community Stadium, but they have not formalised their interest and are in serious danger of seeing Newcastle profit from the situation.

Frank highlighted his admiration for the Democratic Republic of Congo international when he was in charge of the west Londoners, describing him as 'unbelievable', and that resulted in it being anticipated that he would look to seal a reunion before the transfer window slams shut on September 1.

But Tottenham appear ready to let the opportunity to recruit Wissa pass them by, GMS sources have learned, meaning that Dominic Solanke and Richarlison are on course to remain the leading centre forward options as a Super Cup meeting with Paris Saint-Germain edges closer.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Yoane Wissa won four duels and registered three shots during Brentford's defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in February

Bees Remain Determined to Hold Onto Wissa

Staying at Gtech Community Stadium still an option for 28-year-old

GMS sources have been told that Brentford boss Keith Andrews is desperate to keep Wissa at the Gtech Community Stadium and the west Londoners are prepared to fight to retain his services, but influential figures behind the scenes are still surprised that their resolve has not been tested by Tottenham.

Although the 28-year-old has been keen to link-up with Frank at Spurs in a deal which could be worth £50million, having enjoyed a prolific spell under his stewardship, he is in line to be deprived of the chance to get his wish and is becoming increasingly likely to embark on a fresh challenge at Newcastle or stay in his current surroundings heading into the new season.

Magpies chief Eddie Howe and key decision-makers at St James' Park are admirers of Wissa's profile, GMS sources understand, and they pinpointed him as an option to chase if it became clear that they could not convince Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt to sanction the departure of Ekitike.

GMS sources recently revealed that Yves Bissouma is still expected to head through Spurs' exit door even though he is being very particular about who he is prepared to join, highlighting that Frank is planning to make further alterations to his squad ahead of his first campaign in the north Londoners' hot-seat.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 17/07/2025

Brentford striker Yoanne Wissa would prefer to join Tottenham Hotspur over Newcastle United this summer, according to talkSPORT journalist Alex Crook.

Spurs are keen to strengthen their attack this summer for new manager Thomas Frank, and have already been able to bring in Mohammed Kudus from West Ham while a deal for Morgan Gibbs-White is stalling due to legal action, despite the club being willing to pay his £60m release clause.

A striker has also emerged as something that the Lilywhites are keen to add to their squad, with Frank's former star man Wissa a target, but they have competition for his signature.

Wissa Prefers Tottenham Over Newcastle

Both clubs ready to make moves for £50m star

Wissa, who has been described as 'extraordinary', has emerged as a top target for several clubs in the Premier League this summer after netting 19 goals in 35 games during the 2024/25 season - making himself Brentford's top-scorer in the division in the process.

Those performances have seen the Bees slap a £50m price tag on his head to try and ward off interested parties, but Tottenham have already opened talks about a potential deal to reunite him with Frank, while Newcastle are also pushing to bring in the DR Congo international after pulling out of a deal to sign Hugo Ekitike.

However, while Newcastle are hoping to push ahead with a deal for the 28-year-old, it has now emerged that Wissa would prefer to move to north London with his former manager than join the Magpies.

That revelation will come as great news to Spurs, who already seemingly missed out on a deal for Bryan Mbeumo after he made it clear he only wanted to join Manchester United.

Frank is looking to put his stamp on the squad ahead of a Champions League campaign, while he is also keen to improve their Premier League standing after they finished 17th last season.

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Tottenham Hotspur have held fresh talks with Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha this week about a deal to bring him back to the Premier League, according to TBR Football.

The Lilywhites are beginning to step up their transfer window activity for new manager Thomas Frank after completing a deal to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, while they have also moved to sign Morgan Gibbs-White, although they have run into problems with Nottingham Forest.

But the club are now turning their attention to other targets as they look to prepare for a Champions League and Premier League campaign, and talks are ongoing for the Portugal international.

Tottenham In Talks to Sign Palhinha

Player wants to return to London

Palhinha, who joined Bayern for £47m just last summer from Fulham, struggled to establish himself in Vincent Kompany's squad as a regular and is now being eyed by several clubs as a potential transfer target.

Bayern Munich are open to allowing him to leave the Allianz Arena, and Tottenham have held talks with the player's camp to find out of he would be interested in a move to north London.

Despite having interest from Inter Milan, it's believed that the Portugal international, who has been described as "world-class", would be more open to returning to London and the Premier League if he is to leave the Bundesliga champions.

GIVEMESPORT sources understand that Spurs have already made the decision to allow Yves Bissouma to leave the club this summer, and Palhinha would provide an experienced option to come in and replace him, while also being someone who the likes of Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray can learn from too.

It's currently unclear how much Bayern Munich will demand to sell Palhinha, but there is an acceptance that they will not be able to recoup the £47m they spent to sign him from Fulham and Spurs believe there could be a bargain deal to be had as a result.

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Tottenham are among a host of Premier League clubs weighing up a summer move for Manchester United outcast Alejandro Garnacho, according to MailOnline journalist Chris Wheeler.

The Europa League winners are said to be monitoring Garnacho’s developing situation at Old Trafford, as he has no future at the club under Ruben Amorim after being forced to train away from the first-team squad during pre-season.

United are hopeful of selling Garnacho this summer in an effort to generate maximum profit under Financial Fair Play rules, but have so far struggled to drum up concrete market interest.

The Argentinian winger was previously valued at around £70m by the Red Devils, but it seems unlikely that any interested clubs, Tottenham included, would be prepared to offer that much at this stage.

Tottenham Weighing up Garnacho Move

Among Premier League clubs keen on the Argentinian

Tottenham have already spent significantly on attacking reinforcements this summer, with deals in place for Mathys Tel and Mohammed Kudus.

The Lilywhites also remain optimistic about strengthening their midfield with Nottingham Forest captain Morgan Gibbs-White, although talks between the clubs have recently stalled.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Garnacho netted 11 goals in 58 appearances for Man United last season.

Spurs could face competition from Aston Villa, Chelsea, Atletico Madrid and Napoli for Garnacho this summer, although foreign clubs are currently viewed as outsiders in the race.

The 'phenomenal' 21-year-old’s preference is reportedly to remain in the Premier League, where he has made 96 appearances for United, scoring 16 goals and providing 10 assists.

Garnacho, who is under contract until the summer of 2028, was granted more time away from Carrington last week to explore a move, but has been summoned back to the training ground this week.

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Newcastle United are eyeing up a potential move for Brentford star Yoane Wissa in the coming months if they can't get a deal over the line for Hugo Ekitike, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed - with the club keen on adding versatility across their front line in the remaining six weeks of the transfer window.

The Magpies are potentially looking for someone to partner Alexander Isak next summer, with Eddie Howe opting for a two-strong attacking line, and Wissa's pace alongside Isak's guile could work wonders for the club in the coming months as they prepare for another campaign in the Champions League after finishing fifth in the Premier League last season.

Sources: Newcastle 'Add' Wissa to Radar as Backup Option in Ekitike Chase

The Magpies are keen on adding another striker to compete with Alexander Isak

GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed that Newcastle have got Wissa on their radar as a backup target, if their move for Ekitike doesn't work out amid reported interest from Liverpool.

The Congolese international has largely been linked with a £50million move to Tottenham Hotspur, where he would follow former boss Thomas Frank across London after his move to the Champions League outfit was confirmed in June. However, there is thought to be some surprise that Tottenham have not formalised their interest in the speedy attacker so far, which has potentially opened the door to Newcastle making a move for him.

New Brentford boss Keith Andrews is determined not to lose Wissa, and the west London club would fight to keep him, given that they're already facing an uphill battle to retain the services of Bryan Mbeumo, who has been strongly linked to become Manchester United's next major signing.

Newcastle like Wissa's profile after he scored 19 Premier League goals last season, his best-ever campaign in front of goal at any level - and if their chase for Eintracht Frankfurt star Ekitike doesn't go to plan, they would chase Wissa.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Yoane Wissa was born in France but has six goals in 33 games for Congo's national team.

Wissa initially started out on the left-hand side for Brentford when he joined the club, with Ivan Toney in the middle and Mbeumo on the right in a dangerous front-three - though with Toney departing last summer, he moved into a central role and that saw him notch 19 in the Premier League, taking his overall tally to 45 in the top-flight.

Statistics courtesy of WhoScored. Correct as of 16-07-25.

Tottenham Hotspur star Yves Bissouma remains on course to embark on a fresh challenge despite stopping short of agitating for a move away from Hotspur Way when the likes of Serie A heavyweights Juventus have been circling ahead of the upcoming season, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs have been looking to make adjustments to their Europa League-winning squad since Thomas Frank was appointed as their new head coach last month, leading to Ghana international Mohammed Kudus completing a £55million switch from Premier League rivals West Ham United.

Although Tottenham have been threatened with legal action by Nottingham Forest following their pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White, the north Londoners have remained in the market for reinforcements and are also open to sanctioning exits before the transfer window slams shut on September 1.

Bissouma Remaining On Course for Spurs Exit

Central midfielder has entered final year of contract in north London

Bissouma is expected to seal his departure from Tottenham this summer, according to GMS sources, but he is not desperate to move onto pastures new and that has resulted in him being very particular about who he is prepared to join after being dissatisfied with the calibre of Premier League sides keeping tabs on his situation.

The central midfielder has entered the final 12 months of a contract which allows him to pocket £55,000-per-week, resulting in influential figures at Spurs being open to cashing in as they do not want to be left in a situation where he could head through the exit door as a free agent at the end of the upcoming term.

GMS sources have been informed that Bissouma, who found the back of the net twice in all competitions during the 2024/25 campaign, remains on course to be given the green light to quit as Frank is scouring the market for a fresh option in the middle of the park and that would result in him being under threat of falling down the pecking order if he stays on board.

Although the Mali international is highly-regarded within the dressing room, leading to teammate James Maddison describing him as 'ridiculous' thanks to his quality on the ball, it is becoming increasingly likely that he has already made his final competitive appearance for the north Londoners.

But the Premier League counterparts to have shown interest in offering Bissouma a route out of Tottenham have not been up to his desired level, GMS sources have learned, and there is a possibility that he will choose to run down his contract as he is still content in his current surroundings despite key decision-makers wanting to sell him.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Yves Bissouma won eight duels and made six clearances during Tottenham Hotspur's Europa League final victory over Manchester United in May

Bissouma Interested in Making Switch to Italy

Juventus could turn Mali international's head by lodging offer

GMS sources have been told that Bissouma's head could be turned by the opportunity to join Juventus, who have been monitoring his situation as they make preparations for the new Serie A season, but there is scepticism over whether the Italian giants will up the ante in their pursuit at this stage of the transfer window.

Although the 28-year-old has been a regular starter since completing a switch worth up to £35million from Brighton & Hove Albion in June 2022, Frank has been looking to make his mark after being appointed as Ange Postecoglou's successor and has indicated that he is prepared to offload him ahead of the September 1 deadline.

A Juventus move for Bissouma is being played down internally, GMS sources based in Turin understand, but it is thought that he would be open to conversations with the Bianconeri if they opt to make him a key target and seriously consider entering negotiations with Tottenham in the coming weeks.

GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs have made contact to sign Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich, which would result in Frank having an additional option in front of the backline, and the Bundesliga title-winner's arrival would lead to him becoming one of the first names on the team sheet.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 16/07/2025