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Tottenham Hotspur have received a huge boost ahead of next season with Dejan Kulusevki 'likely' to stay at the club, even if they suffer relegation, according to Calciomercato.

Tottenham face a huge battle to remain in the Premier League ahead of travelling to already-relegated Wolverhampton Wanderers for a crucial game this weekend.

Spurs looked on course to pick up their first league win of 2026 when they led Brighton and Hove Albion 2-1 in second-half stoppage time last weekend, but Georginio Rutter broke their hearts with a 95th-minute equaliser.

Fortunately for the north Londoners, 17th-placed West Ham United missed the chance to extend their advantage over the drop zone to four points as they were held by Crystal Palace, meaning the gap to safety remained at two points with five matches to play.

The first of those for Roberto De Zerbi's men is at Molineux, and nothing less than three points will be acceptable for Tottenham in their bid to avoid a devastating relegation to the Championship.

Despite the disappointment against the Seagulls, there were promising signs of the quality and fight they'll need in the next few weeks.

Kulusevki Has 'Never Expressed Desire' to Leave

According to Calciomercato, despite links with the likes of AC Milan in recent years, prior to his serious injury, his future is 'likely' to be with Tottenham next season.

The Sweden international's contract at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium doesn't expire until 2028, and Spurs have no intention of either offloading him or cashing in on him this summer after a year on the sidelines.

The report adds that despite Spurs' struggles on the pitch, the 25-year-old has never expressed a desire to leave the club, although he is determined to return to the pitch as soon as possible and reach the highest level.

De Zerbi certainly wants to keep a player Thomas Frank described as 'key' at the club even if they end up in the Championship, although it remains to be seen if the situation could change if the worst does actually happen.

Kulusevski Owes Tottenham

The news that Kulusevski could be a Tottenham player next season whichever division they find themselves in is clearly a boost, and he owes it to the club after they have helped him through rehabilitation for 12 months.

If Spurs remain in the Premier League it seems pretty obvious that the Swede will stay, given it would be a risk for any buying team after how long he has been out for.

Things would clearly get more interesting if the north Londoners do go down though, as it is harder for top footballers to play at that level when they have international aspirations and a desire to play in Europe.

Some players will want to stay and help Tottenham back up, while others will think about their personal careers and want out. Spurs fans will hope that Kulusevski fits into the former category, as this report hints at.

Tottenham have suffered with a huge number of injuries during the 2025/26 campaign and things may just get even worse for new head coach Roberto De Zerbi this weekend.

Still without a win in 2026 and in the relegation zone in the Premier League table, Spurs need to turn their fortunes around desperately or face being demoted to the second tier for the first time since 1977.

The Lilywhites have picked up one point from De Zerbi's first two games in charge, losing 1-0 at Sunderland before drawing 2-2 against the Italian's former club Brighton & Hove Albion.

Roberto De Zerbi Favourite Could Miss Game With Wolves

It has not been the quick turnaround that supporters hoped for and the club were desperate for, but a game against already relegated Wolves gives them an opportunity to pick up their first win of the calendar year and the chance to move out of the bottom three.

But they might have to do it without one of the players who has already shown himself to be a favourite of De Zerbi - Destiny Udogie.

No sooner had De Zerbi arrived at the club than he was hit with two more injury problems, with Mohammed Kudus suffering a setback in his recovery from a quad problem, and club captain Cristian Romero hobbling off with a knee injury against the Black Cats.

Both will miss the rest of the season as a result.

De Zerbi is already without Dejan Kulusevski, Wilson Odobert, Ben Davies and Guglielmo Vicario, while James Maddison has yet to feature at all this season, although did return to the substitutes' bench for the draw with the Seagulls.

Now, De Zerbi may have to tinker with his team once more after it emerged that left-back Udogie was a doubt for the game with Wolves this weekend.

Tottenham Do Have An Easy Replacement For Udogie

Udogie has only recently returned from his own hamstring injury, only playing ten Premier League games under Thomas Frank, who described him as "exceptional" earlier in the season. Udogie has started both games under his countryman so far, although that run may now come to an end. It is not known whether it is a flare-up of his hamstring problems or a different injury altogether, but the Sun are reporting that he is a doubtful for the clash at Molineux on Saturday.

De Zerbi does have a more than adequate replacement in Djed Spence, who has been on the bench for both games under the new head coach, getting 14 minutes of action against Brighton.

Tottenham have five games left to save themselves, with two points separating them from safety at the bottom of the table currently.

Tottenham have already agreed deals with two free agent defenders ahead of the summer transfer window, although their signings depend on Spurs staying in the Premier League.

Spurs have agreed a deal to sign Andy Robertson from Liverpool when his contract expires this summer, while there is also an agreement in place to bring Marcos Senesi to the club from Bournemouth, with his contract also expiring this summer.

Both of those transfers are contingent on Tottenham being a Premier League club, however. And that is not guaranteed.

Spurs currently sit third from bottom in the table, two points adrift of West Ham in 17th with five games of the season to go. Signing both Senesi and Robertson would be sensible deals for Spurs and cost them nothing, as they look to revamp and rebuild their squad under Roberto De Zerbi for the 2026/27 season.

Spurs Face Major Defensive Changes This Summer

Cristian Romero is likely to leave this summer, while there are plenty of rumours around Micky van de Ven's future at the club too. Radu Dragusin is also likely to depart, meaning Tottenham could require big changes at the back.

And if they stay up, they could bring in another free transfer too for someone who would be perfect in Roberto De Zerbi's ball-playing system - John Stones.

Signing Stones would be big for Tottenham and would finally end a five-year transfer mission in the corridors of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Spurs tried to sign Stones in the later summer transfer window of a Covid-19 affected 2020.

The initial approach was for a loan deal, with a view to making the move permanent for around £20million because Stones was not playing that year under Pep Guardiola.

City turned down the offer and Stones would go on to become an integral part of Guardiola's back-line for the proceeding years, carving out an excellent career for himself at the Etihad Stadium.

Now, ten years after joining the Citizens in a £50million deal from Everton, Stones is set to move on. It is being reported that the £250,000-a-week England international will leave City at the end of the current campaign, with no sign of a contract extension being agreed.

That is sure to start a war for his services in the summer transfer window, with the 31-year-old still having plenty of years left in the tank.

Thigh problems have curtailed his 2025/26 season, with just 15 appearances in total this campaign. After only 20 appearances last season due to foot and hamstring injuries, it is not surprising to see him leaving City at the end of his contract.

John Stones Would Fit Into De Zerbi's Style Of Play

The injuries may put potential suitors off, and that could be the case for Spurs too, given the horrific injury problems they have suffered this season, but it is not just on the pitch that Stones would be an asset, but off it, as a leader too.

Spurs identified the free signing of Robertson as a leader to bring into the group, lacking them this season and Stones would be a perfect signing in that regard, but also for new head coach De Zerbi. He is a ball-playing centre-back, often utilised in midfield too because of his technical ability, and would suit the Italian's football down to the ground.

It would be something of a bind to see both Romero and van de Ven leave, given the partnership they have, but after back-to-back seasons near and in the Premier League relegation zone, signing center-backs Senesi and Stones on free transfers to replace them would signify very good business indeed.

If Roberto De Zerbi can save Tottenham from relegation, he is likely to be handed something of a warchest to go out and spend big in the summer transfer window to overhaul and improve what has been an ailing squad for the last few seasons.

Spurs face five huge games in the Premier League run-in, sitting 18th and staring down the barrel of a first relegation from England's top flight since 1977.

Save the club and the transfer market could very well be De Zerbi's oyster. Get relegated and who knows what will happen in the summer or even if the Italian will still be the man in the dugout.

De Zerbi Will Have Plenty To Do In The Summer Transfer Window

It is likely that most areas on the pitch will need an overhaul in the summer, with players expected to be moved on by the club if they stay up - given their poor performances for more than a season now - or players looking to make the move themselves if Spurs are relegated.

One area that will need attention is the forward line.

Brazilian star Richarlison has long been linked with a move away from the club, although his focus leading up to the summer has always been on the 2026 World Cup, with the striker not wanting to entertain talk of a transfer.

He could move on this summer, while Randal Kolo Muani will be heading back to Paris Saint-Germain and highly unlikely to make the move to north London permanent.

Mathys Tel signed permanently from Bayern Munich last summer, but has found starts hard to come by under any of the three managers who have been in charge in N17 this season so far. His future remains uncertain, while Mohammed Kudus and Wilson Odobert are injured and may not be ready for the start of the new season.

That leaves Dominic Solanke, who has so far been De Zerbi's first choice in the No.9 spot in his first two games in charge.

He certainly feels he is the right man for the job, saying when he arrived: "I’d like to push with Solanke, because he is one of the best strikers in the Premier League. I want him stronger as a personality and character on the pitch."

But there is a real argument, following those first two games, that Solanke - who was given a 0/10 rating by former Spurs player Jamie O'Hara after the first game against Sunderland - is the one who should be axed.

The England star touched the ball just 18 times in the 1-0 defeat to Sunderland - the fewest of any player on the pitch for 90 minutes. He was only successful with four of his six passes too, winning just 50% of his duels, missing one big chance, failing to score from an xG of 0.56.

Things Did Not Get Much Better For Solanke At Brighton

Against Brighton at home he enjoyed more of the action, having 34 touches of the ball, although again it was the fewest of any player on the pitch for the full 90 minutes. He was successful with 14 of his 18 passes in that match, but losing 13 of the 20 duels he was involved in. He had an xG of just 0.05 in the game, showing just how ineffective he was.

Solanke was performing better under Igor Tudor having just come back from injury, than he has done in De Zerbi's system so far. And while it is early days in the Italian's reign and it may take some players time to get up to speed, Solanke could find himself out of the door before things have even begun.

Does he fit into De Zerbi's plan or system? the Italian will want to put his own stamp on the squad this summer and Solanke, despite De Zerbi's early quotes, may not be the right choice.

Tottenham are closing in on appointing a new sporting director, and according to Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg, a leading candidate has now emerged.

There could be some major changes behind the scenes at Spurs in the coming months after such a dismal period in the club's history.

Spurs are on their third manager of the season, but changes are necessary elsewhere if they want to head back in the right direction.

Tottenham are battling to try to avoid relegation from the Premier League, and it's proving to be a difficult task, failing to win in the league during 2026.

The north London club need change from top to bottom, so it's no surprise to see them making some alterations in the background heading towards the summer.

According to Sky Sports reporter Plettenberg, former Borussia Dortmund director Sebastian Kehl is now the leading candidate to join Tottenham.

Kehl is set to work with Johan Lange to help rebuild the Tottenham team, with the former Dortmund man a highly valued director in the industry.

It's unclear what the official title of Kehl's role will be if he does get the job, while Plettenberg does confirm that a decision is now imminent, as he wants to take some time off before getting into another job.

There's Not One Person to Blame at Tottenham

Many have blamed multiple managers for Tottenham's struggles over the last few years, but some top-level coaches have all tried and failed.

The recruitment and the way the club is being run simply isn't good enough, and it's no surprise to see Tottenham fans protesting over the last few months.

A club of Spurs' size shouldn't be battling for relegation, and it would be a complete disaster for them to be playing in the Championship next season.

Managers and players will come and go, but a club is unlikely to be successful unless they have everyone pulling in the right direction behind the scenes.

Tottenham are closing in on appointing a new sporting director, and according to Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg, a leading candidate has now emerged.

There could be some major changes behind the scenes at Spurs in the coming months after such a dismal period in the club's history.

Spurs are on their third manager of the season, but changes are necessary elsewhere if they want to head back in the right direction.

Tottenham are battling to try to avoid relegation from the Premier League, and it's proving to be a difficult task, failing to win in the league during 2026.

The north London club need change from top to bottom, so it's no surprise to see them making some alterations in the background heading towards the summer.

According to Sky Sports reporter Plettenberg, former Borussia Dortmund director Sebastian Kehl is now the leading candidate to join Tottenham.

Kehl is set to work with Johan Lange to help rebuild the Tottenham team, with the former Dortmund man a highly valued director in the industry.

It's unclear what the official title of Kehl's role will be if he does get the job, while Plettenberg does confirm that a decision is now imminent, as he wants to take some time off before getting into another job.

There's Not One Person to Blame at Tottenham

Many have blamed multiple managers for Tottenham's struggles over the last few years, but some top-level coaches have all tried and failed.

The recruitment and the way the club is being run simply isn't good enough, and it's no surprise to see Tottenham fans protesting over the last few months.

A club of Spurs' size shouldn't be battling for relegation, and it would be a complete disaster for them to be playing in the Championship next season.

Managers and players will come and go, but a club is unlikely to be successful unless they have everyone pulling in the right direction behind the scenes.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven is devising a private plan to get out of the club this summer as details emerge about a potential exit, according to FourFourTwo.

Tottenham's Premier League survival hopes took a huge dent at the weekend as Brighton's last-gasp equaliser saw them steal three points away from Roberto De Zerbi's men, who were forced to settle for one in the 2-2 draw.

Fortunately for Spurs, 17th-placed West Ham United failed to increase their advantage above the drop zone as they were involved in a goalless game with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Monday night.

De Zerbi's side remain two points from safety with five games to go, with Nottingham Forest a further five points ahead after their 4-1 thrashing of Burnley on Sunday.

The north London outfit now have a simply must-win game against already-relegated Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux on Saturday, in a game where they have to deliver three points in the Premier League for the first time in 2026.

If Spurs are unable to win, it would surely leave them on the brink of playing Championship football next term.

Whichever division they find themselves in next season, it seems like Van de Ven is determined to seal an exit.

Van de Ven Preparing to Leave Tottenham

According to FourFourTwo, Van de Ven is laying the groundwork behind the scenes for a summer exit out of Tottenham following their disastrous season.

Spurs are still battling for survival, but it seems as though the Dutchman has decided to leave whatever the outcome of this season is, despite the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi.

FFT claim that the 25-year-old has already privately started tidying up his off-field affairs in London, which signals that his future lies away from the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.

The developments in his private life suggest that, despite his current commitment to the cause to keep the club in the top flight, he wants out at the end of the season.

He could be joined through the exit door by captain Cristian Romero, who may have played his last game for the club given he has been ruled out for the remainder of the campaign through injury.

Van de Ven Could Leave on Loan

Tottenham need the Dutchman more than ever in the final five games with Romero missing, and he needs to show why GIVEMESPORT sources revealed earlier this year that they rated Van de Ven at a potential English club-record fee.

The report from FourFourTwo claims that given the centre-back's contract runs until 2029, and with Tottenham's potential high demands, the player could be forced to leave on loan should the worst happen and they do go down.

A deal like that would allow Spurs to offload his wages in the Championship, but also potentially obtain a higher fee for him a year down the line - should they secure an immediate promotion - rather than trying to sell him as a second-tier club.

Eight points from their final five games will secure Liverpool UEFA Champions League football next season.

The Reds sit fifth in the Premier League table, which is good enough for Champions League qualification again this season, and should stay there between now and the end of the campaign.

That is the bare minimum for the reigning champions, who have endured a tumultuous season in Arne Slot's second year in charge.

Much was expected of Liverpool after winning the title last year and then splashing more than £400million on new players in last summer's transfer window.

Liverpool May Be Looking For A New Manager Too

But they have failed to live up to the hype and it is likely that big changes will once again be made this summer, potentially in the dugout too, with Slot under increasing pressure.

Finding a replacement for Mohamed Salah will be one of the top priorities after the Egyptian confirmed he would be leaving the Mersysiders this summer, a year early after agreeing to terminate his contract at Anfield.

And Liverpool are being linked with a surprise name to replace him - Randal Kolo Muani.

The Frenchman has spent this season on loan with Tottenham Hotspur and has struggled to find any sort of form or rhythm. He has scored just one Premier League goal, adding one assist, in 25 matches, although has netted four times in the Champions League.

Kolo Muani is wanted by Juventus - for whom he played on loan in the 2024/25 season - with his time at Paris Saint-Germain seemingly over. But Liverpool could throw a spanner in the Juve works.

Randal Kolo Muani Would Be A Surprise Transfer Target

According to Gazetta, Liverpool have made a move to sign Kolo Muani this summer, identifying him as a potential replacement for Salah.

The Gazetta report states: "The Reds' management sees Kolo Muani as a player capable of replacing the Egyptian in the squad, thanks to his versatility and ability to operate even off the right flank."

Liverpool being able to offer Champions League football would certainly act in their favour in any transfer talks, with Juve not guaranteed to finish in the top four in Serie A this season. The Old Lady sit fourth in the standings with five games to go, three points adrift of second and third and with a five-point cushion to fifth-placed Como.

Liverpool are sure to be linked with a number of wide players this summer, but the suggestion of a move for Kolo Muani is certainly one out of left-field, given the season he has had with Tottenham.

North London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham could be involved in a head-to-head transfer battle for a wonderkid dubbed the next Kaka this summer.

But the two Premier League rivals are not the only clubs interested in signing 17-year-old Colombian talent Samuel Martinez.

GIVEMESPORT reported earlier this month that a number of clubs were scouting the teen sensation and the likes of Chelsea, Liverpool, Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and Benfica were all present for the Sudamericano U17 semi-final with Brazil.

Samuel Martinez's Best Position as Arsenal and Tottenham Join Race

Colombia would go on to win that game 3-0 and then the final against Argentina 4-0 too, to claim the trophy, with Martinez picking up an assist in each game.

GIVEMESPORT understands that Martinez is keen on a move to Europe and would be available for a bargain fee, given he is not under contract, although his age determines that a fee will be required.

The 17-year-old attacking midfielder is usually utilised as a No.10 and is viewed as one of the most promising Colombian prospects in his position.

Some negotiation is still required with his Atletico National, just to agree exit terms between all parties, but he's still set to be available for a low fee.

Arsenal and Spurs have both been linked with him, despite having not been named as having scouts in attendance for the Sudamericano U17 tournament, although that does not mean they were not there.

Samuel Martinez Likened To Brazil Legend

Bayern have also emerged as leading contenders for his signature this summer.

Journalist Philipp Kessler tweeted: "FC Bayern is comparing the Colombia gem Samuel Martinez to Brazil legend Kaka. Alongside the Bavarians, Tottenham and Arsenal have also joined the race for the attacking talent around the U17 South American Championship final."

Neither of the North Londoners have great pedigree when it comes to Colombian players thriving in the first team.

Davinson Sanchez and David Ospina are the only two to have played in the Premier League for the two sides, with each having one youth team player that did not go on to perform at the highest level in England in Juan Pablo Gonzalez Velasco and Alexei Rojas.

Manchester United have got the green light to sign target Cristian Romero this summer with Tottenham Hotspur willing to sell their captain, according to CaughtOffside.

Man United are closing in on being able to offer the carrot of Champions League football to potential summer transfer targets, following their win against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

It moved the Red Devils 10 points clear of the Blues ahead of their clash with Brighton and Hove Albion on Tuesday night, and they look set to return to Europe's elite club competition for the first time since the 2023-24 season.

Doing that will not only give the club a huge boost financially, but it could raise the profile of their transfer targets as they look to make big progress again next term.

United's summer transfer priority is in central midfield as they look to replace Casemiro, who will leave Old Trafford when his contract expires at the end of the season.

But they could look at other positions too including a left-sided winger, a striker, a right-back and a centre-back following the injury issues they've had in that position this term.

Tottenham Set Romero Price Tag

According to CaughtOffside, Tottenham are ready to sell Romero this summer and he may have played his last game for the club given he has been ruled out for the rest of the season through injury.

Manchester United have been named as being interested in the Spurs skipper, who is valued at between around £50-55m by the north Londoners, because of his quality and the fact that his contract doesn't expire until 2029.

Along with United, La Liga giants Atletico Madrid have held a long-term interest in Romero, with manager Diego Simeone seeing him as the perfect defensive leader, while neighbours Real Madrid have also been linked.

The Red Devils are said to see Romero's Premier League experience as an attractive trait, as it begins to form a strong part of their transfer strategy after the additions of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo last summer.

This window, United are mainly considering Premier League stars such as Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson and Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton for their central midfield signing.

Romero Would be a Bittersweet Signing

Rather like Lisandro Martinez, there is no doubting Romero's commitment and desire to do everything to win for his team.

The issue that the 27-year-old has is sometimes he goes too far or loses his head, like he has done on six occasions during his Tottenham career when he has been red-carded.

United would surely want to see a big improvement in his discipline if he did end up moving to Old Trafford, as they can't afford to have too many matches in the Premier League and the Champions League when they are down to 10 men.

Nevertheless, the 'world-class' Romero would be a brilliant market opportunity for United, especially if Tottenham do suffer a devastating relegation to the Championship.

There is no doubting the quality he has and given the injury issues they have suffered with the likes of Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt this term, the addition of Romero could give the backline a nice boost.