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Tottenham Hotspur have made contact over the potential signing of Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman, according to a report from TEAMtalk.

Lookman has enjoyed an impressive spell in Italy after leaving England to try and take himself to the next level. The former Everton winger struggled in the Premier League, also spending time with Leicester, Charlton, and Fulham. Tottenham are in the market for new additions in the final third after James Maddison suffered a knee injury, which could keep him out for the majority of the season.

It's been an exciting start to the Premier League campaign for Spurs, winning both of their games so far, even beating Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. Despite their strong start to the season, Spurs will be hoping to bring in reinforcements, especially after qualifying for the Champions League.

According to a report from TEAMtalk, Tottenham have initiated contact with the representatives of Lookman to try and figure out whether a potential move before the deadline is feasible. The London-born winger, who represents Nigeria at international level, has been identified as a prime target for Spurs, who are in the market for new options in the final third.

Lookman, who has been described as 'world-class', appeared to be edging close to a move to Serie A side Inter Milan, before a potential deal collapsed. The 27-year-old has reportedly submitted an official transfer request as he aims to move on before the window slams shut on Monday evening.

Spurs are desperately trying to make another attacking signing over the coming days, with GIVEMESPORT correspondent Fabrizio Romano also confirming that they have made contact with Bournemouth for Antoine Semenyo. Another London-born forward, Semenyo has enjoyed an impressive spell with the Cherries, but he did recently sign a new deal to extend his stay at the club.

It's unclear whether Tottenham are in the market for multiple attacking players before the end of the window, or whether they are testing the waters to see which player they can bring in. Either way, there's no doubt Thomas Frank's recruitment team are incredibly active heading into the final days, and we're likely to see a new forward sign on the dotted line before the window closes.

Tottenham Hotspur could look to get a deal over the line for Marseille and France midfielder Adrien Rabiot, according to reports - with the Les Bleus star having an uncertain future at the Ligue 1 side, amid a bust-up at the Stade Velodrome in recent weeks.

Tottenham were thwarted in their bid to sign Eberechi Eze by local rivals Arsenal over the weekend, with the Gunners having hijacked a deal for the Crystal Palace star - and that has left Tottenham in the market for a new midfielder, with Rabiot perhaps coming into that role after 'contact' between the Lilywhites and his entourage.

The report by journalist Fabrice Hawkins on X (formerly Twitter) states that Rabiot is of interest to AC Milan, who are in talks with his entourage over a potential move - but Tottenham are also in that same boat at present, and they could look to prise the French midfielder to the Premier League for the first time in Rabiot's career.

The former Paris Saint-Germain youngster left his hometown side in 2019, having made 227 appearances for the club in all competitions, joining Juventus as a result - where he made another 212 outings for the Serie A giants over a five-year spell.

Now plying his trade at Marseille, Rabiot started their first game of the campaign, a 1-0 loss to Rennes away from home - but came under controversy in recent days after a reported fight with teammate Jonathan Rowe after their defeat to the Brittany-based outfit.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Adrien Rabiot has six goals in 53 caps for France.

That left the duo suspended and transfer-listed, with Rowe joining Bologna - and although manager Roberto De Zerbi will want to keep the 'elite' France international, Spurs showing interest in improving their midfield ranks means that Rabiot could finally be on his way to the Premier League.

Marseille have yet to be contacted by any of the interested clubs at present, but that could change in the near future if Spurs' talks with his entourage become positive enough for a move to be made.

Spurs already have a number of first-team midfielders in their side in the form of Joao Palhinha, Yves Bissouma, James Maddison, Archie Gray, Pape Matar Sarr, Rodrigo Bentancur and Lucas Bergvall in their ranks - however, Maddison has suffered an injury that will keep him out for the majority of the campaign, and with Bissouma being linked for a move away to Galatasaray, that could see Rabiot replace them with much-needed experience in what is a young midfield, alongside the potential arrival of Manchester City starlet Savinho.

"In the last 24/48 hours, Tottenham also made some calls for other players. They wanted to understand the situation of Lucas Paqueta at West Ham. Also a player they appreciate and they know very well, and was already a target, but now, obviously, it's late in the market, so it's going to be difficult, is Semenyo at Bournemouth. Another name mentioned internally at Tottenham in the last 24 hours, then soon it's going to be time to decide. Soon is going to be the time to make final decisions, attack and go for these new signings. But for sure, Tottenham will be busy again on the market. It's not over at all. So they are optimistic to find the solutions they want."

Tottenham Hotspur have held talks over a potential deal for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers, and they are readying a 'sensational' late move, according to a report from Football Insider.

Spurs are in the market for attacking additions in the summer transfer window, despite their impressive start to the Premier League season. It's been an interesting window for Tottenham so far, failing with a move to sign Morgan Gibbs-White, who signed a new deal at Nottingham Forest, before more recently seeing their efforts to bring Eberechi Eze to the club hijacked by their north London rivals Arsenal.

James Maddison's recent injury, which is likely to rule him out for the majority of the 2025/2026 campaign, has undoubtedly forced Tottenham into intensifying their efforts to bring in a new attacking star for Thomas Frank. After Arsenal hijacked the Eze deal, Tottenham have been working to try and secure an alternative before the window closes on Monday.

Tottenham Hold Talks to Sign Morgan Rogers

According to a report from Football Insider, Tottenham have held preliminary discussions over a possible move to sign Aston Villa's Rogers before the end of the summer transfer window. It's understood that Spurs are now preparing a late 'sensational' move to try and secure his signature, but Villa are demanding in the region of £100m to even consider sanctioning a departure.

Described as 'ridiculous' by former Aston Villa defender Micah Richards, Rogers has had a rapid rise in the Premier League since his move to the Midlands. Although Rogers looked impressive during his time at Middlesbrough, not many would have expected him to have the impact he's made in England's top flight already.

There appears to be little reason for Villa to offload Rogers in the summer transfer window, unless they feel an offer is too good to turn down for profit and suitability regulation reasons. If Tottenham are able to pull it off, it will undoubtedly be a huge statement addition and an adequate alternative to Eze, but they might need to burst the bank to get it over the line.

Spurs currently sit in second position in the Premier League on goal difference, having won their opening two games under Frank. The north London club are yet to concede a goal, scoring five in the process.

Aston Villa are set to price Morgan Rogers out of a last-minute move away from Villa Park as head coach Unai Emery has no intentions of sanctioning his departure at a time when Tottenham Hotspur and other Premier League rivals are circling in the final days of the summer transfer window, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Although the Villans allowed Jacob Ramsey to walk away from his boyhood club and join Newcastle United earlier this month, in a deal worth up to £43million, influential figures behind the scenes are determined to ensure that key members of the squad are not allowed to follow in his footsteps.

Evann Guessand has been Aston Villa's most expensive arrival as the September 1 deadline edges closer, thanks to the striker sealing a £26million switch from French side Nice, but there are ongoing fears that they could be forced to contend with big-money proposals for regular starters.

Villans Keen to Price Rogers Out of Departure

Aston Villa are ready to increase their £80million demands for Rogers, according to GMS sources, as it has been accepted that his exit at this stage of the summer transfer window would result in Emery and members of the recruitment department having limited time to secure an adequate replacement.

The England international, whose creativity in the final third of the pitch has resulted in him being described as 'frightening' by Sky Sports journalist Dan Bardell, has still started the Villans' opening two fixtures of the Premier League season despite there being speculation over his immediate future.

GMS sources have been informed that Aston Villa are expecting to receive a late bid for Rogers, who is aiming to build on a productive 2024/25 campaign, but they have no desire to cash in and are in line to hold out for an even more lucrative fee than their initial valuation as it has been decided that his departure could have an unthinkable impact.

The Midlands outfit, who are preparing to compete in the Europa League after sealing qualification last term, are in a strong negotiating position ahead of any potential offers as the attacking midfielder has not been agitating to quit and still has five years remaining on his £75,000-per-week contract.

Aston Villa are continuing to insist that Rogers will not leave his current surroundings ahead of the fast-approaching deadline, GMS sources have learned, but there is an awareness behind the scenes that his performances over a prolonged period have led to him being pinpointed as a target by domestic counterparts.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Morgan Rogers won four ground duels and made one key pass during Aston Villa's defeat to Brentford last weekend

Premier League Trio Interested in Rogers Deal

GMS sources have been told that Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham have been among the sides showing interest in Rogers, with the London trio desperate to make themselves more dangerous in attack, and that has resulted in Aston Villa bracing themselves for a last-gasp proposal.

There have been suggestions that Spurs are poised to up the ante in their pursuit and test the Villans' resolve by making an offer after holding preliminary discussions, but the capital club are in danger of being left frustrated because Emery is determined to fend off any bids as the 23-year-old is at the forefront of his plans.

Aston Villa are concerned that one of Rogers' admirers will make contact at the eleventh-hour in an attempt to tie up a deal, GMS sources understand, and their desperation to keep him on board has resulted in them making it clear that a fee worth more than his original price tag in the region of £80million will need to be lodged to force them into a U-turn.

GMS sources recently revealed that Chelsea are considering making a last-gasp bid for the former Middlesbrough talisman, having had him in their sights throughout the summer, highlighting that Spanish tactician Emery may have to fight to retain his services beyond September 1.

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Tottenham Hotspur are set to bring Italian director Fabio Paratici back to north London, according to GIVEMESPORT transfer correspondent Ben Jacobs - with the Lilywhites board seeing the Italian join for his second stint next week, once the transfer window has shut.

Paratici, 53, joined Juventus in 2010 and helped the club through their most successful period in its history on the pitch, reaching two Champions League finals, winning nine consecutive Serie A titles, five Coppa Italia trophies, before joining Spurs in 2021. However, after just under two years in the English capital, he resigned after being convicted of financial malpractice.

Jacobs: Paratici Set for Tottenham Return 'No Later Than October'

However, after his ban expired, the Italian has agreed to return to Tottenham, according to Jacobs. Posting on talkSPORT, it is claimed that Paratici has been a consultant for the club throughout the summer, though any return for his services has been called 'hypothetical' and 'speculative' for a number of weeks.

Instead, he will return to his official club role in September and October, ahead of the upcoming winter window, helping Thomas Frank continue his strong start to the Premier League season.

Spurs are insistent that Paratici is currently working on a consultancy basis, and they have denied suggestions that he is set to return in a formal role. But an agreement is in place, according to talkSPORT, with Paratici set to start no later than October 1. A return for Paratici to return to Tottenham has been in the works for quite a while, but with FIFA reducing his ban, a return to north London has been heightened.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Fabio Paratici had a strong playing career in Italy's football pyramid, playing from 1989 until 2004.

Paratici has had a huge say in Tottenham's current squad. Signing the likes of Cristian Romero, Pape Matar Sarr, Rodrigo Bentancur, Dejan Kulusevski and Bryan Gil, who all remain at the club, as well as Destiny Udogie, Yves Bissouma, Djed Spence and Richarlison before his sudden departure.

More acquisitions have been made during his ban, but Romero, Sarr and Kulusevski especially have all been incredible assets in the capital and chairman Daniel Levy will be hoping that he can produce the same results again to fire them back into the Champions League.

Spurs have been strong this season, brushing Burnley aside before beating Manchester City in an impressive win at the Etihad Stadium, and that could see Frank and Paratici work in tandem to keep the good times coming in January should Spurs find themselves in the mix come the winter transfer window.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma is on the verge of joining Galatasaray after agreeing personal terms, according to Fabrice Hawkins.

The Mali international was looking to break into the Spurs side under new manager Thomas Frank but saw his future plunged into doubt after he was exiled from the squad for the UEFA Super Cup clash with PSG following disciplinary issues.

Frank suggested that the situation was now behind them ahead of the opening game of the season, but Bissouma was then absent from the match-day squad with claims of an injury in training, and he was once again missing for the 2-0 win over Manchester City this past weekend.

Bissouma Set to Sign for Galatasaray

Bissouma, who reportedly earns £100,000-a-week at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, is into the final 12 months of his contract in north London and he now looks to be on the move after Frank's decision.

According to a report by RMC Sport's Fabrice Hawkins, Bissouma has already agreed personal terms with the Turkish champions and talks between the two clubs are now at the final stages.

Telegraph journalist Mike McGrath has since added to that report, claiming that talks are ongoing over a deal that would see the former Brighton star initially move to Istanbul on a season-long loan, with an obligation to buy included for next year.

Tottenham's current midfield options have seen Rodrigo Bentancur and new signing Joao Palhinha installed as the first-choice pairing, while Pape Mate Sarr, Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall have all featured already across the three games.

It had also been reported that West Ham were keen on a deal for the 28-year-old, with former Seagulls boss Graham Potter open on a reunion, but a move to Turkey will see Bissouma play European football and that is likely to be a key factor in his decision to leave the Premier League.

Tottenham Hotspur are now eyeing a move to hijack Chelsea's move to sign RB Leipzig playmaker Xavi Simons before the deadline, according to CaughtOffside.

The Lilywhites have started the Premier League season in picture-perfect fashion with two wins from two games, defeating both Burnley and Manchester City without conceding a goal. But Thomas Frank still wants to add to his squad before the transfer window closes to make them even stronger.

After a move for Eberechi Eze was hijacked by fierce rivals Arsenal last week, a number ten remains a top priority for the north London club, and Simons has emerged as a top target.

Tottenham Eyeing Xavi Simons Hijack

Simons, who has been described as a 'superstar', is expected to leave the Bundesliga club this summer as they look to raise funds after missing out on a place in this season's Champions League.

The Netherlands international has been heavily linked with a move to join Spurs' Premier League rivals Chelsea, with personal terms even agreed over a move to Stamford Bridge, but so far the Blues and Leipzig have failed to come to an agreement over a fee.

Now Spurs are planning to make a move of their own for the 22-year-old, and have made enquiries to Leipzig over what terms they would find acceptable to get a move to happen.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Xavi Simons has five goals in 28 caps for the Netherlands - including one in the EURO 2024 semi-finals vs England.

As things stand Chelsea are still the frontrunners for Simons' signature, as the former PSV Eindhoven attacking midfielder is intent on moving to west London after agreeing personal terms.

But as a deal drags on towards the end of the window, Spurs are hopeful they will be able to convince him to go to north London instead.

Frank has so far added Mohammed Kudus and Joao Palhinha to his squad this summer, while a move to sign Eze isn't the first deal for a number ten that collapsed this summer. The club were also close to signing Morgan Gibbs-White earlier in the window, only for the player to make a U-turn and sign a new deal with Nottingham Forest following a legal challenge from the club.

The club also took a strong interest in Como playmaker Nico Paz, but saw a £60m+ bid rejected by the Serie A side this week, according to GIVEMESPORT senior reporter Fabrizio Romano.

Tottenham are accelerating a deal to sign promising Monaco starlet Maghnes Akliouche before the transfer deadline, journalist Pete O’Rourke has claimed.

The North London side are reportedly targeting the promising Ligue 1 playmaker as an alternative to Savinho, whom Manchester City are unwilling to sell in the final days of the summer transfer window.

Spurs saw two bids rejected for the 21-year-old winger, with their latest proposal of £60m failing to satisfy Man City, who signed Savinho from French side Troyes for £30m last summer.

There is a sense Akliouche, who is an excellent dribbler of the ball ‘like Eberechi Eze’, could be available for the much cheaper valuation of £47.5m, with Monaco open to a sale if their demands are met.

The 23-year-old, who made his Monaco first-team debut in October 2021, is under contract with the Ligue 1 club until the summer of 2028.

Spurs Pushing to Sign Maghnes Akliouche

According to O’Rourke, Akliouche is seen as a more realistic alternative for Spurs in their pursuit of Savinho, with Monaco ready to accept a bid for the 23-year-old if it matches their reported £47.5m valuation.

The 23-year-old winger is reportedly a leading candidate to join if Tottenham are unable to convince Man City to sell Savinho, with Akliouche seen as an even more versatile option.

Akliouche has emerged as one of France’s most exciting young talents in the past two seasons and has been a regular for Monaco since the 2023/24 campaign, scoring 17 goals and providing 17 assists in 98 Ligue 1 appearances.

The France U21 international scored for Monaco on the opening day of the 2024/25 season, helping them to a 3-1 home victory over Le Havre.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Akliouche has won 12 caps for France U21 to date, scoring three goals.

Tottenham are set for a busy end to summer business as they aim to bolster Thomas Frank’s attacking options with new arrivals before the deadline.

The North London side saw former captain Son Heung-min depart to MLS side Los Angeles FC earlier this month and lost James Maddison to a serious ACL injury.

The England international is likely to miss around six months of action, joining the likes of Dejan Kulusevski, Radu Dragusin and Destiny Udogie on the sidelines.

Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie is open to joining Arsenal before the transfer deadline, despite interest from their North London rivals Tottenham, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

The Ecuadorian centre-back is pushing to leave Leverkusen in the final week of the summer transfer window and has set his sights on a late move to the Emirates, with Arsenal now exploring a potential deal.

Leverkusen are currently only prepared to sell Hincapie on their terms and insist his €60m (£52m) release clause must be triggered for a deal to happen.

However, there is a sense that the one-time Bundesliga champions could lower their demands in the final days of the transfer window, with both Arsenal and Tottenham monitoring the situation.

Piero Hincapie Wants to Join Arsenal

Tottenham are understood to have made an approach for Hincapie last week, followed by a loan bid with an obligation to buy in recent days, GIVEMESPORT sources have learned.

However, Hincapie is prepared to wait and see if Arsenal can swoop in with a late offer, which depends on whether the Gunners can secure outgoings to create space and funds for a potential deal.

Mikel Arteta’s side could offload both Jakub Kiwior and Oleksandr Zinchenko in the final days of the window, with Porto pushing to sign the Poland international before the deadline.

The Portuguese club are optimistic that a loan with an obligation to buy worth £25m will be enough to persuade Arsenal to sell Kiwior, who has yet to play a single minute for the Gunners this season.

Zinchenko, who was not included in Arsenal’s squad for their first two Premier League games, could also depart before the window closes, with less than a year remaining on his contract.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Hincapie made 45 appearances for Leverkusen last season, scoring two goals in the Bundesliga.

Hincapie, described as a ‘warrior’ by his agent Manuel Sierra, joined Leverkusen from Argentine side Talleres in the summer of 2021.

He helped the German club win their first-ever Bundesliga title in 2023/24 and could soon depart as part of the ongoing first-team exodus, alongside Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Jonathan Tah and Granit Xhaka.