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Tottenham Hotspur have held initial talks over a late move for Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers following Arsenal’s hijack of their pursuit of Eberechi Eze, journalist Miguel Delaney has revealed.

The Europa League winners have reportedly made the England international a priority target after missing out on the Crystal Palace ace, who is close to completing a £68m switch to the Emirates.

Tottenham have already made contact through intermediaries to see if a deal for Rogers is possible, and there is a feeling that a ‘proper bid’ might change Villa’s stance.

Unai Emery’s side do not want to sell the 'frightening' midfielder, who was named PFA Young Player of the Year on Tuesday and has been instrumental to their success in the past several seasons.

Rogers is expected to cost £80m+ and considerably more than Eze, given he is under contract until June 2030 at Villa Park, which may eventually prove a huge obstacle for Spurs.

Tottenham Make Morgan Rogers Top Target

According to Delaney, a late summer deal for Rogers could end up costing in excess of £80m amid Villa’s strong negotiating position:

However, a strong initial bid may be able to soften their stance, as Villa continue to face PSR constraints and recently parted ways with Jacob Ramsey, who joined Newcastle in a £40m deal.

Tottenham are believed to have several alternative attacking targets in mind, including Como starlet Nico Paz and Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche.

The Lilywhites have also registered their interest in Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling with an initial approach, while the possibility of a deal for Chelsea target Xavi Simons has also been discussed.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Rogers scored eight goals and provided 11 assists in 37 Premier League appearances last term.

Tottenham have splashed out close to £100m on new arrivals to boost new manager Thomas Frank’s squad this summer, including £55m on former West Ham United forward Mohammed Kudus.

The Ghanaian winger started the season well by providing two assists in Spurs’ 3-0 win over Burnley last weekend and starred in the absence of several first-team stars.

Spurs were without James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, Destiny Udogie and Radu Dragusin for their season-opening victory, with Maddison the latest to suffer a long-term setback earlier this month.

Tottenham have held fresh talks over a late move for Manchester City winger Savinho following Arsenal’s hijack of their pursuit of Eberechi Eze, GIVEMESPORT senior reporter Fabrizio Romano has revealed.

The North London side are not giving up hope in their efforts to land the £70m-rated Brazilian forward before the transfer deadline and are 'pushing' to get the deal over the line.

Spurs have yet to convince Man City to sell – the Etihad Stadium chiefs continue to block the move as they want to keep the 'incredible' 21-year-old, who is greatly admired by Spurs boss Thomas Frank.

Romano claims Frank is ‘in love’ with Savinho’s talent and wants to have the Brazilian among his attacking options this season, following Eze’s decision to join Arsenal and snub long-standing interest from Tottenham.

The Crystal Palace star is now close to completing a £68m switch, with verbal agreements in place on both the club and player sides.

Tottenham Pushing to Sign Man City's Savinho

Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, revealed that Tottenham have intensified their efforts to sign Savinho following Arsenal’s hijack of their pursuit of Eze:

“Tottenham Hotspur are not giving up on Savinho. I told you last night – Eze is over, Eze is going to Arsenal.

“Tottenham want to insist on Savinho. Also, today Tottenham had new contacts for Savinho. The message remains the same from Man City – they want to keep the player, they don’t want Savinho to go.

“There is someone in the Manchester City hierarchy pushing to keep Savinho at the club and closing doors to Tottenham, but I can guarantee you that Tottenham are pushing.

“Tottenham believe Savinho is the perfect signing. Thomas Frank, Tottenham manager, is in love with Savinho and wants Savinho to join. So let’s see if they can find a solution.”

Savinho was a regular in Pep Guardiola’s squad following his move from Girona to Man City last summer, making 48 appearances, scoring three goals and providing 13 assists last season.

The Brazilian forward has missed the start of the 2025/26 campaign after picking up an injury in pre-season and is expected to return around the September international break.

Tottenham are on the lookout for late signings following Son Heung-min’s departure to Los Angeles FC and James Maddison’s ACL injury, which has sidelined him for around six to seven months.

The Lilywhites were also without Dejan Kulusevski for their 3-0 win over Burnley last weekend, with the Sweden international still recovering from a knee injury.

Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank could look to raid his former club Brentford after missing out on Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, who is now bound for north London rivals Arsenal - with reports suggesting that some of their budget could be used to land Republic of Ireland international Nathan Collins to shore up their defensive contingency.

The report by CaughtOffside states that Tottenham are 'stepping up their efforts' to sign Collins from Brentford after his impressive four-year spell in the Premier League. The Republic of Ireland colossus has four years left on his Brentford deal, having only signed for the Bees two years ago from Wolverhampton Wanderers, and his improved form in landing the west London club a top-half finish in the Premier League last time out has forced interest from various elite top-flight clubs.

Report: Tottenham 'Stepping Up Their Efforts' to Sign Nathan Collins

Any transfer is complicated. Brentford have already lost manager Thomas Frank to Spurs this summer, as well as star man Bryan Mbeumo joining Manchester United, whilst pacy forward Yoane Wissa is on the trails of Newcastle United, who had a bid rejected for his services on Wednesday.

However, Spurs are thought to be 'upping their efforts' to sign the Ireland international for a potential move to north London, with Frank being keen to work with his former defender again.

Contacts are expected to take place 'imminently' for the former Burnley star, with excellent competition for Cristian Romero and Micky Van de Ven being sought-after by the Danish gaffer.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Nathan Collins has two goals in 30 caps for the Republic of Ireland.

Other clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are thought to be interested, though United's financial situation means that they would need to sell players before making a bid, putting them at a disadvantage - whilst Marc Guehi is higher up the Reds' shortlist as Arne Slot looks for added defensive recruits.

That means that Tottenham is the most likely destination for Collins, who has already made over 175 appearances in English football since his debut for Stoke City back in April 2019 - including 116 in the Premier League for Burnley, Wolves and Brentford.

At just 24, Collins is primarily a ball-playing centre-back who has a lot of room for improvement at a young age, though he can also play at right-back when needed - and with five top-flight goals to his name, the back of the net isn't alien to him, which could prove advantageous over the course of Tottenham's Champions League and Premier League campaign in the next year.

Tottenham Hotspur star Richarlison has made it clear to head coach Thomas Frank and influential figures behind the scenes that he is eager to fight for his place instead of heading through the Hotspur Way exit door before the transfer window slams shut, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs have not been afraid to splash the cash in the aftermath of winning the Europa League last season, with Mohammed Kudus being the most expensive acquisition thanks to sealing a £55million switch from West Ham United, and there remains an appetite to make further adjustments to the squad.

It is a testing period for Tottenham as they are recovering from being snubbed by Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze, who is joining arch-rivals Arsenal instead after an agreement in principle was reached earlier this week, but there is still time to do further business ahead of the September 1 deadline.

Richarlison Determined to Remain With Spurs

Richarlison is pushing to stay at Tottenham after holding internal talks with high-ranking officials before the campaign got underway, according to GMS sources, and he is refused to adjust his stance despite accepting that he is taking a gamble as he aims to ensure he will be involved in the World Cup next year.

Spurs considered offering the Brazil international to Crystal Palace as part of the deal to win the race for Eze earlier this week, due to his departure opening the door for a move to be made for wantaway Brentford frontman Yoane Wissa, but he will not be heading to Selhurst Park in the coming days.

GMS sources have been informed that Richarlison's preference is to stay at Tottenham and, having grabbed a brace during the Premier League season opener against Burnley last weekend, he is determined to build on the performance in his current surroundings instead of seeking a switch.

Frank is a firm admirer of the 28-year-old striker, with the Danish tactician describing his finish as 'exceptional' when he doubled his tally in the victory over the Clarets, but mulling over including him as part of the offer for Eze has resulted in there being uncertainty over whether he will remain at the forefront of his plans.

Richarlison has insisted that he is prepared to battle with fellow marksman Dominic Solanke for a regular starting berth at Tottenham, GMS sources have learned, and he has indicated to key decision-makers that he will not agitate for a move in the final stages of the summer transfer window.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Richarlison averaged a goal every 129 minutes during the 2024/25 Premier League campaign

Richarlison Not Eager to Take Backward Step

GMS sources have been told by those close to Richarlison that he would not be interested in joining a club of Crystal Palace's calibre as he would see it as a backward step in his career, meaning that he could have scuppered Tottenham's hopes of including him in the deal for Eze if the pursuit progressed.

Although the former Everton marksman has entered the final two years of a contract which allows him to pocket up to £130,000-per-week when bonuses are triggered, he is eager to feature in the Champions League and is not entertaining the possibility of joining a side which cannot match his ambitions.

Richarlison is determined to build on his opening day exploits when Tottenham travel to Manchester City on Saturday, GMS sources understand, even though there has been speculation over his future and he is expected to be the subject of further interest as the transfer deadline looms.

Eze is not the only target that Spurs have missed out on as GMS sources recently revealed that the north Londoners were willing to pay £40million before James McAtee joined Nottingham Forest, but they are also toying with the idea of sanctioning departures before September 1.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 21/08/2025

Tottenham have held internal talks over a late move for RB Leipzig starlet Xavi Simons following Arsenal’s hijack of their pursuit of Eberechi Eze, GIVEMESPORT senior reporter Fabrizio Romano has revealed.

The North London side are on the lookout for late attacking reinforcements and have reportedly earmarked Simons as a potential alternative to Eze.

The Crystal Palace attacking midfielder snubbed long-standing interest from Spurs in favour of a move to Arsenal and is now close to completing a £68m switch.

Tottenham are also facing a tough battle with fellow Premier League rivals Chelsea in the race to sign Simons, as the Dutch international has his heart set on a move to Stamford Bridge.

Romano suggests Spurs have made contact to explore a potential deal for Simons in the last couple of days, but are not anticipating anything easy in the chase to sign the 22-year-old.

Tottenham Would Love to Sign Xavi Simons

Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, revealed that Tottenham would love to sign Simons before the transfer deadline following Eze’s decision to join Arsenal:

“Another player they would love to add, and they made some contact a few days ago already was Xavi Simons. But Xavi Simons has his heart set on a move to Chelsea.

“So now for Tottenham is going to be not easy, for sure, after the crazy Morgan Gibbs-White story and after this Eze story to try understand what they can do next. Rogers, very difficult. Xavi Simons wants to go to Chelsea.”

Simons emerged as one of Europe’s most exciting young attacking midfielders during his two seasons at Leipzig, scoring 22 goals and providing 24 assists in 77 appearances, and has been described as 'one of the best 10s in the world'.

The 'superstar' Dutch international was initially on loan at the German club for the first 18 months before Leipzig activated their €50m option to make his move permanent from Paris Saint-Germain in January.

Tottenham are on the lookout for late attacking reinforcements following Son Heung-min’s move to LAFC and James Maddison’s long-term injury.

The 28-year-old midfielder sustained an ACL setback in a pre-season friendly earlier this month and could miss the entire 2025/26 campaign.

Spurs were also without first-team stars Destiny Udogie, Yves Bissouma, Radu Dragusin and Dejan Kulusevski for the 3-0 win over Burnley last weekend, with Kulusevski still recovering from a knee injury he sustained in May.

Manchester United are hoping that Tottenham Hotspur will choose to re-enter the race to land Alejandro Garnacho as influential figures at Old Trafford have accepted that Chelsea will only come close to meeting their demands if they are facing competition for an agreement, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Red Devils head coach Ruben Amorim has been determined to use the summer transfer window to offload members of the squad who have been deemed surplus to requirements, leading to Marcus Rashford joining La Liga heavyweights Barcelona on an initial loan deal which includes a £26million option to buy.

But Garnacho and Jadon Sancho, who snubbed the opportunity to join Serie A side Roma earlier this week, are among the big-names still on Manchester United's books even though they have been warned that they need to embark on a fresh challenge if they want first-team opportunities.

Red Devils Seeking for Spurs to Eye Garnacho

Manchester United have given Tottenham the green light to come back into the frame to sign Garnacho, according to GMS sources, as there are fears that they will be forced to allow him to join Chelsea for a cut-price fee if no other suitors are prepared to put cash on the table ahead of the summer transfer window slamming shut on September 1.

The wide forward's Red Devils career effectively came to an end in May as Portuguese tactician Amorim brutally warned him to pray that he could find a new club when holding a team meeting at Carrington, but he has not succeeded in his bid to embark on a fresh challenge at this stage.

GMS sources have been informed that Manchester United are eager for Tottenham to reignite their pursuit of Garnacho, who enjoyed a productive 2024/25 campaign, after they have been forced to turn their attention towards alternative targets thanks to Arsenal hijacking their move for Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze.

Although the Argentina international still has three years remaining on his £50,000-per-week contract at Old Trafford, the Red Devils are keen to get him off their books as it has become clear that he will not be handed another opportunity to work his way back into Amorim's plans.

Tottenham used intermediaries to gauge what would be needed to recruit Garnacho and also made checks on his desire to leave Manchester United earlier in the transfer window, GMS sources have learned, resulting in his current employers being keen for the north Londoners to return to the market for his signature.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Alejandro Garnacho registered four shots and won two ground duels during Manchester United's Premier League defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in February

Garnacho Could be Sold for a Cut-Price Figure

GMS sources have been told that Chelsea have been confident that they will end up acquiring Garnacho for as little as £30million due to his desire to head to Stamford Bridge and an awareness that he will not be reintegrated into Amorim's plans after a complete breakdown in relations, but Manchester United are desperate to maximise his value.

Although the 21-year-old is aware that INEOS want him to depart, despite being described as 'incredible' by teammate Rasmus Hojlund thanks to his productivity in the final third of the pitch, he has found himself in a race against time to leave the Red Devils ahead of the fast-approaching deadline.

Manchester United are resigned to the fact that Garnacho already has his heart set on being confirmed as Chelsea's next arrival, GMS sources understand, but key decision-makers are desperate for Tottenham to provide him with an alternative destination as it would increase the possibility of a bidding war taking place.

GMS sources recently revealed that Hojlund has accepted that he needs to leave the Red Devils in order to get his career back on track, leading to Serie A being pinpointed as his preferred destination, and there is a desire to offload further members of the squad before the transfer window slams shut.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 21/08/2025

Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank and influential figures behind the scenes are seeing the fast-approaching Premier League clash with Manchester City as an ideal opportunity to step up discussions to lure transfer target Savinho to Hotspur Way, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Crystal Palace talisman Eberechi Eze is poised to complete a move to arch-rivals Arsenal, after the north Londoners agreed a deal in principle and negotiated personal terms in an eleventh-hour hijack, forcing Spurs to turn their attention towards alternative options as they aim to secure additional creativity in the final third of the pitch.

The England international's snub has come as a significant blow and, despite already parting with £55million in order to land Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United earlier in the transfer window, Tottenham are in the market for another attacking presence as the September 1 deadline edges closer.

Spurs Weigh Up Reigniting Pursuit of Savinho

Tottenham are considering entering fresh talks to sign Savinho this weekend, according to GMS sources, as chairman Daniel Levy and other key decision-makers feel that coming face-to-face with their opposite numbers at Manchester City will be a golden opportunity to see whether it will be possible to recruit him before the transfer window slams shut.

Although the Brazil international's representatives jetted into the country earlier this month in an attempt to push through a move to Spurs, he has remained at the Etihad Stadium after his current employers have been holding out for a fee in the region of £67million and showing no desperation to sanction his exit.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham are mulling over whether to make another attempt to recruit Savinho, who enjoyed a productive 2024/25 campaign, while members of the hierarchy and recruitment department are at the Etihad Stadium for their encounter with Manchester City.

There have been suggestions that a Sky Blues official is blocking the wide forward's move to north London, despite him giving indications that he wants to complete the switch, but Spurs are toying with the idea of trying to convince them to make a U-turn when they are in the same room.

Tottenham's interest in Savinho has not wavered despite being unable to make a breakthrough when they initially held talks with Manchester City, GMS sources have learned, resulting in them keeping him on their radar as they attempt to recover from missing out on the acquisition of Eze.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Savinho registered six shots and won four ground duels during Manchester City's Premier League victory over Tottenham Hotspur in February

Savinho Seen as an Alternative Option to Eze

GMS sources have been told that Savinho will be at the centre of internal conversations at Tottenham in the next 48 hours as they are planning to react to being beaten to Eze's signature by securing an alternative playmaker, but there is still uncertainty over whether they will be able to persuade Manchester City to cash in.

The 21-year-old has been described as 'incredible' by Sky Blues boss Pep Guardiola, highlighting that the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich chief would be happy to keep him on board, and Spurs are aware that they will have to splash the cash in order to get the deal over the line.

Frank is determined to avoid a situation where he is left short of attacking impetus after also being forced to contend with James Maddison suffering a long-term injury, GMS sources understand, leading to Tottenham contemplating whether to use this weekend's fixture to their advantage by discussing a Savinho swoop.

GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs' Danish tactician had earmarked Eze as his first-choice target, with him giving the green-light to beat Arsenal to an agreement, but they have been forced to move onto contingency plans and are threatening to raid Manchester City in the coming days.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 21/08/2025

Kobbie Mainoo will be sacrificed to offset Manchester United’s huge summer outlay - and Tottenham Hotspur are waiting to take the bait.

The England international is a shock name to emerge as a potential transfer target as the final week of the window approaches.

Spurs Waiting in Wings to Seal Mainoo Swoop

Mainoo, 20, is up for grabs at £60m as Old Trafford big-wigs try to claw back their mammoth spend during the close season. Manchester United have already splurged £200m on revamping their frontline, and the arrivals of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbuemo and Benjamin Sesko mean a big financial hole must be filled.

Red Devils co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has bankrolled the club, but Mainoo’s potential sale would come straight off their bottom line as the midfielder is an academy product.

That is also the reason why Manchester United have not stood in the way of any move for Alejandro Garnacho, with Chelsea’s interest expected to be formalised in the next couple of days. Those two deals would go a long way towards satisfying any outstanding issues over profit and sustainability.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Kobbie Mainoo was limited to 19 Premier League starts during the 2024/25 campaign

Tottenham will be in line for Mainoo as he fits their brief for a young, dynamic midfielder. He enjoyed a spectacular rise after his breakthrough campaign in 2023/24, but last season was blighted by injury and he began the campaign by sitting on the bench during the 1-0 defeat to Arsenal last weekend.

Another attraction for Spurs is that the 20-year-old is English, which will help as they need to comply with UEFA's rules over homegrown players to take part in the Champions League.

A potential season-ending injury to James Maddison has not helped new boss Thomas Frank. Mainoo is not a like-for-like replacement, but the Stockport-born man will add to the Dane’s options in the Lilywhites’ engine-room.

The north Londoners' decision-makers also need to give the disappointed fanbase a boost after they were spectacularly snubbed by Eberechi Eze.

The Crystal Palace playmaker completed a quick U-turn on any move to join Frank by choosing instead to head to Arsenal - leaving a host of red faces in the Tottenham boardroom.

Tottenham have held internal talks over a late move for Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling following Arsenal’s hijack of their pursuit of Eberechi Eze, GIVEMESPORT senior reporter Fabrizio Romano has revealed.

The North London side saw their chase for Eze collapse on Wednesday night after city rivals swooped in with a late offer and beat them to the 27-year-old’s signature.

With Eze now close to joining the Gunners from Crystal Palace in a reported £68m deal, Tottenham have turned their attention to alternative options, with both Dibling and Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers under consideration.

Romano claims Dibling also remains a top target for Everton, who are still in negotiations over the 19-year-old’s arrival after having an offer rejected by Southampton.

Tottenham Discuss Tyler Dibling Deal

Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, revealed that Tottenham have earmarked Dibling as a potential alternative to Eze following the 27-year-old’s decision to join North London rivals Arsenal:

“Then for Tottenham, another name I think we have to watch, is Tyler Dibling.

“Tyler Dibling is a top target for Everton. Everton remain in negotiations for Tyler Dibling, but tonight, during internal talks they had at Tottenham also the name of Tyler Dibling was mentioned.”

Dibling, whom Southampton reportedly value at £50m, enjoyed a breakout 2024/25 season at St Mary’s, emerging as a bright spark in the Saints’ dismal Premier League campaign.

The 19-year-old showed flashes of promise across his 33 league appearances, scoring twice and providing one assist, while attracting interest from several clubs across the continent.

Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg even claimed Dibling was wanted by 'half of Europe', with German and English sides both linked earlier in the summer transfer window.

However, Southampton have so far struggled to move the promising teenager on due to their high demands, with the club forcing him to train away from the first-team squad during pre-season to avoid an untimely injury derailing a transfer.

Dibling was left out of Will Still’s squad for their 2-1 season-opening win over Wrexham but featured off the bench during their 1-1 draw with Ipswich last weekend.

Tottenham are exploring a late summer move for Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers following Eberechi Eze’s decision to join Arsenal, GIVEMESPORT senior correspondent Fabrizio Romano has revealed.

The North London side saw their pursuit of Eze hijacked by city rivals on Wednesday, with the 27-year-old now set to join Mikel Arteta’s squad in a reported £68m deal.

Spurs have since shifted their focus onto other potential targets, including Rogers, whom Villa are not looking to sell with just over a week left in the transfer window.

Romano claims a deal to sign the £100m-rated England international is ‘almost impossible’, despite Tottenham recently making phone calls to assess Rogers’ situation:

Tottenham Eyeing Morgan Rogers as Eze Alternative

Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, revealed that Tottenham have identified Rogers as a potential alternative to Eze, although a deal to bring the 23-year-old to North London before the deadline remains very difficult:

“And in this case, after 10 days of negotiations, advanced negotiations, Arsenal appeared, and Tottenham lost the player.

“What happens with Tottenham now? They started making some calls today already to try and understand the situation for new players to add to their squad.

“For example, I can tell you that one of the dream targets they have at Tottenham internally is Morgan Rogers at Aston Villa. But it's seen as a very difficult deal because Villa don't want to lose the player.

“So people in the industry believe that this deal is almost impossible for Morgan Rogers, but I can guarantee you that Tottenham are thinking internally about him as a perfect candidate.”

Rogers enjoyed an exceptional 2024/25 campaign at Villa Park, as he registered 19 goal contributions in 37 Premier League appearances and was named PFA Young Player of the Year this week.

The 23-year-old has blossomed into one of Europe’s most exciting attacking midfield talents under Unai Emery’s guidance and was rewarded with a new contract less than 12 months ago, running until June 2030.

Tottenham are on the lookout for late attacking reinforcements following former captain Son Heung-min’s departure to MLS side Los Angeles FC and James Maddison’s long-term setback.

The England international sustained an ACL injury in a pre-season friendly earlier this month and could be absent for the entire 2025/26 campaign.