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Tottenham Hotspur have been given fresh hope of being able to lure Rodrigo Muniz to Hotspur Way as there is growing confidence that he would be interested in completing a switch if Fulham boss Marco Silva walks away from the dugout ahead of next season, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Although there remains uncertainty over whether chief Ange Postecoglou will remain at the Spurs helm heading into next term, with chairman Daniel Levy on course to confirm his final decision in the coming days, the north Londoners are pushing ahead with recruitment plans as they bid to upgrade their squad.

Kevin Danso completed a £21million permanent switch from Lens when the initial 10-day transfer window reopened on Sunday, after Tottenham had an obligation to keep the central defender following his loan spell, and the Europa League winners are edging towards testing Fulham's resolve as Muniz is in their sights as a target.

Spurs Setting Sights on Entering Muniz Talks

North Londoners are firm admirers of Brazilian frontman

Tottenham are set to make an enquiry to discover what it would take to sign Muniz, according to GMS sources, and there is a feeling behind the scenes that there is an increasing possibility that his head could be turned if Silva leaves the Fulham hot-seat after Serie A heavyweights Juventus became the latest side to show interest in appointing the tactician.

The former Everton and Watford head coach has previously described the striker as 'quality', highlighting that he is held in high regard at Craven Cottage, and there is a serious chance that he would be keen to embark on a fresh challenge instead of potentially having to adapt to a new manager's style in west London.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham are significant admirers of Muniz, having seen him enjoy a prolific season in front of goal, and they are close to being ready to open conversations with Fulham even though their determination to keep him has resulted in there being a £50million valuation.

The 24-year-old Brazilian is among the lowest-earners in his current surroundings, thanks to being on a deal which allows him to pocket £7,500-per-week, resulting in Spurs acknowledging that they would have no issues attempting to meet his wage demands if they progress in their pursuit in the coming weeks.

Fulham are aiming to fend off Tottenham's interest in Muniz as he is in the forefront of their future plans, GMS sources have learned, leading to them being prepared to reward him with an improved contract instead of entertaining the possibility of accepting a cut-price bid during the transfer window.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Rodrigo Muniz won seven duels and got his name on the scoresheet during Fulham's victory over Tottenham Hotspur in March

Muniz Earmarked as an Ideal Attacking Option

More competition wanted after qualifying for Champions League

GMS sources have been told that Tottenham are in line to reach out over Muniz's availability as he has been identified as an ideal option who could offer fresh competition for a regular starting berth as they prepare for an action-packed season which will include a return to the Champions League.

Spurs were prepared to splash the cash as they went in search of additional firepower less than 12 months ago, leading to Dominic Solanke becoming the most expensive signing in their history thanks to completing a £65million switch from Bournemouth, and they want even more ammunition before next term.

Tottenham are keen to bring in a frontman with Premier League experience, meaning that Muniz fits the bill, but GMS sources understand there is uncertainty over whether they will be prepared to meet his price tag as Fulham battle to keep him and potential managerial target Silva out of their cross-capital rivals' clutches.

GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs have become more open-minded about making a marquee signing after adding to their trophy cabinet, with Jack Grealish, Eberechi Eze and Leroy Sane - of Manchester City, Crystal Palace and Bayern Munich respectively - among the potential recruits.

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Tottenham are showing strong interest in a summer move for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, according to Fichajes.

The Europa League winners have reportedly identified the 24-year-old defender as a potential replacement for Cristian Romero, who has been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid.

Guehi was the subject of a rejected £70m bid from Spurs in January, as Palace were reluctant to sell their captain and cornerstone of Oliver Glasner’s back four mid-season.

The Eagles are not in as strong a negotiating position this time, as Guehi has just over 12 months left on his contract and could be available for just £34m.

Tottenham Keen on Signing Marc Guehi

If Cristian Romero departs this summer

According to Fichajes, Tottenham see Guehi as a ‘natural replacement’ for Romero and are willing to accelerate negotiations to secure the 24-year-old this summer.

The Lilywhites are growing concerned that ‘significant’ offers are on the way for Romero and are anticipating his departure amid interest from long-term admirers Atletico Madrid.

Guehi, praised as ‘world-class’, joined Palace from Chelsea in 2021 and has developed into one of the best centre-backs in the Premier League during his four seasons at Selhurst Park.

The England international has amassed 155 appearances for the Eagles to date, scoring eight goals and providing four assists.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Guehi has won 23 caps for England since his first call-up in March 2022.

Tottenham are likely to resolve manager Ange Postecoglou’s future before pursuing any signings, as the Australian is still uncertain to be in charge next season.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the North London club are considering their options internally at the moment and are expected to make a managerial decision ‘very soon’.

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Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma could be on his way out of north London in the coming months after an admittedly poor season in the Premier League - and journalist Ben Jacobs has revealed exclusively to GIVEMESPORT that Leeds United could be the side to offer him a top-flight lifeline, with Daniel Farke keen on adding a midfielder to his ranks.

The Whites earned promotion back to the Premier League after racking up 100 points in the Championship, taking home the title on the final day of the campaign - and now attention must turn to the transfer window as they aim to strengthen to stay in the division.

Jacobs: Leeds 'One to Watch' in Yves Bissouma Race

The Whites are in need of recruits to stay in the Premier League

Many of their stars last season were midfielders, none other than Japanese signing Ao Tanaka, who took to the second-tier by storm as Leeds' metronome found his way into the EFL Team of the Season.

However, additions will be needed to cope against even some of last season's lowest-finishers, such as star-studded West Ham United finishing in 16th, with each of the last six promoted teams to reach the promised land being relegated at the first time of asking. And that could see Bissouma join Leeds, with the Malian midfielder having only featured sporadically under Ange Postecoglou last season with just 16 starts from 38 in the Premier League. Jacobs exclusively told GIVEMESPORT:

"He wants to stay in the Premier League. I'm told Leeds are another one to watch.

"They're looking to add another midfielder. It will all come down to finances and wages for them too."

Leeds have been linked with Sheffield United midfielder Gustavo Hamer after the Blades failed to reach the Premier League via the play-offs, and the Dutchman's long-term rumours surrounding a move across Yorkshire could come true in the coming weeks.

But Bissouma has extensive Premier League experience, and with just one year left on his estimated £100,000-a-week contract at Tottenham, he could represent a good deal for all parties - especially if Leeds can also land Tottenham loanee Manor Solomon after his solid campaign in the Championship.

The 28-year-old has racked up 191 Premier League appearances for Tottenham and Brighton combined, which would be the most top-flight experience at Leeds of any current player in their ranks - and so his addition to Farke's squad would add the required steeliness and game management should he excel at Elland Road.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Yves Bissouma has 36 caps for Mali, scoring five goals.

Leeds owners, 49ers Enterprises, are expected to spend over £100million in the coming transfer market and that could see Bissouma thrive alongside other shortlisted additions, which includes Nick Pope of Newcastle United, should the Magpies land Burnley stopper James Trafford.

Statistics courtesy of WhoScored. Correct as of 02-06-25.

Tottenham are confident of sealing a move for out-of-contract England international Angel Gomes this summer, journalist Ben Jacobs has revealed.

The former Manchester United midfielder is expected to depart Lille once his contract runs out next month, and Tottenham are believed to be favourites to land him on a free transfer.

Jacobs claims Spurs’ confidence has particularly grown in the last couple of days, as they now sense their proposed contract offer 'might be accepted'.

Gomes was heavily linked with a Premier League move in recent months and is also believed to have admirers at both West Ham and Marseille.

Tottenham Make Offer for Angel Gomes

The 24-year-old set to depart Lille on a free transfer

Jacobs, speaking on Last Word on Spurs, revealed that Tottenham have made a contract offer for Gomes and have grown in confidence that their proposal may be accepted:

“Gomes is another possibility, and Tottenham have made an offer.

“What I've heard in the last kind of 48 hours is that Tottenham have grown in confidence that their offer might be accepted.”

Gomes, praised as 'phenomenal', joined Lille from Man United in 2020 and amassed 134 appearances during his five seasons with the club, scoring 10 goals and providing 19 assists.

The 24-year-old has struggled for regular game time this term, making just 10 starts in Ligue 1 and a further three in the Champions League.

Tottenham are likely to resolve manager Ange Postecoglou’s future before announcing any new signings, as it remains unclear whether the Australian tactician will be in charge next season.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Spurs are still considering their options internally but are expected to make a decision 'very soon'.

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Fabrizio Romano has shared an update on Southampton's Tyler Dibling amid Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur interest in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter.

After an impressive breakthrough season in the Premier League, Dibling is attracting interest from around the world. Despite being just 19 years old, Dibling made a significant impact in the Premier League for the Saints, even though they suffered relegation to the Championship.

Although Dibling didn't contribute a huge amount in terms of goals and assists, his talent is clear to see when you consider how young he is. After getting a taste of England's top flight, it wouldn't be a surprise to see Dibling seek a move to a top club in the summer transfer window.

He's liked by all top clubs around Europe

Writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, Romano has confirmed that all top clubs admire Southampton youngster Dibling, but there is nothing concrete ongoing as it stands. Responding to a question on Manchester United and Tottenham's interest, Romano said...

"He's been linked with several clubs every week, all top clubs like him... but still nothing concrete ongoing."

Reports have suggested that Tottenham would be willing to offload Brazilian forward Richarlison to secure the signature of Dibling in the summer transfer window. Spurs are hoping to strike a deal for around £40m, and the sale of Richarlison could help fund their pursuit.

It's also been claimed that Manchester United are one of the sides in the race to sign Dibling. Some reports have claimed that the Saints could demand £100m to allow Dibling to depart, but a fee of around £60m could tempt the soon-to-be Championship into selling.

It would be an impressive statement if Southampton manage to convince Dibling to stay at St Mary's Stadium ahead of the 2025/2026 campaign, but it certainly won't be easy with so many clubs showing an interest.

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Tottenham are expected to make a decision on Ange Postecoglou’s future ‘very soon’, journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed.

The Lilywhites are still assessing their options internally after Postecoglou led them to Europa League glory last month, but they are anticipated to decide on the Australian’s future imminently.

Romano claims Postecoglou ‘has always been confident’ of continuing at Spurs despite their worst-ever Premier League finish, with the North London club ending the season 17th with only 11 wins.

The former Celtic boss finished fifth in his first season in charge of Spurs, who ended their 17-year wait for a trophy last month and qualified for next season’s Champions League.

Spurs Yet to Decide on Postecoglou’s Future

North London club still assessing options

Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, revealed that Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is set to make a decision on Postecoglou ‘very soon’, as options are still being evaluated internally:

“Daniel Levy, Tottenham chairman, is expected to make a decision on the future of Ange Postecoglou.

“Postecoglou in public and also speaking in private to people close to him, has always been confident on continuing at Tottenham, believing that he had the possibility to win a title after 17 years, and so to continue at the club.

“But internally at Tottenham, they are still assessing options. No final decision has been made, but it's going to come very soon by Daniel Levy.”

Postecoglou joined Tottenham in the summer of 2023 on a three-year deal and was heavily linked with an exit throughout the 2024/25 campaign as Spurs lingered in the bottom half of the table.

The North London club managed just one win in their final 12 league games, a 3-1 victory over bottom-placed Southampton, and finished outside the Premier League’s top 15 for the first time in their history.

Spurs are believed to have earmarked top-flight proven managers Marco Silva and Thomas Frank as potential successors if Postecoglou is sacked, although both are currently under contract at Fulham and Brentford, respectively.

Former Ajax boss Francesco Farioli has also been mooted in recent weeks, as well as Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola.

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Tottenham Hotspur's 2024/25 campaign ended with them lifting a European trophy. The final against Manchester United was not a game to remember; the Lilywhites had just 26% possession and even Brennan Johnson's winner should have arguably been documented as an own goal.

Nonetheless, it marked Spurs' first European trophy since the 1983/84 season, when they lifted the UEFA Cup. During the second round of that season's competition, in stark contrast to their aforementioned Europa League final, Tottenham completed a now-legendary routing of Feyenood, beating the Dutch side 6-2 on aggregate.

But more than simply the scoreline and the quality of Tottenham's performance, the game is remembered for seeing an aging Johan Cruyff, one of the greatest footballers of all time, famed for his cerebral intelligence and technical elegance, cross paths with Tottenham's very own footballing mastermind, Glenn Hoddle.

The game didn't quite result in a passing of the torch; although Hoddle is remembered as one of British football's most intelligent players, his career and wider influence on football ultimately paled in comparison to the Ballon d'Or winning Dutchman's. Nonetheless, the match ended with Cruyff showing Hoddle the ultimate sign of respect by offering to swap shirts after the full-time whistle. Here's how and why.

Tottenham 4-2 Feyenood (First Half)

Hoddle steals the show by making four goals

While both Cruyff and Hoddle got their time in the spotlight during the encounter at White Hart Lane, it was the England midfielder who stole the show. By half-time, Tottenham were four goals up, and Hoddle had played a fundamental role in all of them. Two goals, both scored by Tony Galvin, were direct assists - the first being a cross from the right wing, and the second being a pin-point long pass played from deep midfield that fell perfectly to the winger on the edge of Feyenood's box.

For the other two goals, courtesy of Steve Archibald, Hoddle was the indirect architect. The opening goal saw Hoddle slide a perfectly-weighted pass through Feyenoord's defence to full-back Chris Hughton, who then laid a square pass across goal for Archibald to calmly finish. For Archibald's second goal, meanwhile, Hoddle created the initial chance, but a rebound eventually lead to the goal.

It was an incredible 45-minute performance from Hoddle, who described it as one of the best of his time at Tottenham. But it was made even more special by the fact Cruyff not only decided he would man-mark the Spurs midfielder, but even declared in the media before the match started that he'd be doing so. Hoddle thought it was nothing more than pre-match mind-games, so he was as surprised as anyone when Cruyff began chasing him around the pitch.

"I read it in the papers and I thought 'that's ridiculous, don't be stupid'. For him to come out and say he was going to man-mark me... I don't know if they were just trying to play with me, I thought it was psychological trying to play with me. I didn't believe it. But I remember in first couple of minutes, he's there, he's marking me. And I'm thinking 'I don't believe this'. But what it did, it just made me think, 'Ok then, let me show you what I've got'."

Hoddle indeed showed Cruyff what he had, running rings around one of the greatest players ever.

Tottenham 4-2 Feyenood (Second Half)

Cruyff rolls back the years but too little too late

At half time, Cruyff made a telling decision to no longer attempt to shackle Hoddle, a player who was enjoying incredible form and was ten years his junior. It was a tacit admission that the Spurs maestro had got the better of him, although it also freed up Cruyff to have a much bigger impact on the match.

Cruyff scored Feyenoord's opening goal of the game with an exceptional bit of movement on the edge of the box, playing a one-two to drift away from a defender, before shimmying around another and drilling the ball into the bottom corner. It was typical Cruyff, combining demanding technique and trickery with spacial awareness.

The Dutch side scored another from a corner with eight minutes to go, but it proved to be too little too late as the game finished 4-2. After the match, Cruyff expressed his admiration for Hoddle and admitted he'd been humbled by the England and Tottenham playmaker.

"I wanted to test myself against the young star of the present. Glenn was a great player in my book. He played football the way that I wanted to see it played. I thought I could mark him and keep him quiet. The result shows that I could not. It was only on the pitch that I realised how good he really was. I was a shadow without any presence."

Tottenham Storm Feyenood - and Europe

Spurs win second leg and go on to lift UEFA Cup

Tottenham made light work of Feyenoord in the second leg, winning 2-0 with goals from Hughton in the first half and Galvin in the second. It was a comprehensive victory against a side famed for their elegant style of play, which included not only a former Ballon d'Or winner in Cruyff but also a future one in Ruud Gullit. Indeed, the Dutch side were no slouches and won the Eredivisie and Dutch Cup that season, but Tottenham were too much for them.

In the following round, they would beat a Bayern Munich side that included Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, before going on to a 4-2 aggregate win over Austria Vienna, an away-goals win over Hajduk Split and an eventual victory via penalty shootout in the final against Anderlecht.

What Happened Next for Hoddle and Cruyff

Cruyff's revenge tour and Hoddle's legacy

That season was the last of Cruyff's career, and came in unusual circumstances. Although the Netherlands legend is far more closely associated with Ajax, his second spell ended acrimoniously in summer 1983, when the club decided against issuing him a new contract. Angered and intent on revenge, Cruyff joined their biggest rivals - Feyenood.

He played 44 times in all competitions that season as Feyenood won the Dutch title and the KNVB Cup, and he was crowned Dutch Footballer of the Year. Having more than proved his point to Ajax, Cruyff hung up his boots at the end of the campaign.

Hoddle, meanwhile, spent another three seasons at Tottenham. Spurs reached the quarter-finals of the UEFA Cup in the subsequent season and reached the final of the 1986/87 FA Cup. However, the victory over Anderlecht proved to be the last trophy of his Spurs career. Somewhat undervalued in England, Hoddle would go on to play for Monaco under Arsene Wenger, winning the French title for the 1987/88 season while playing in a side that included Mark Hateley and later George Weah.

Much greater appreciated in France, it was there Hoddle cemented his legacy as an unusually continental and cultured English midfielder who'd been misunderstood and misused by the England national team. Cruyff, though, knew how good he was all along.

Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou's wild reign in north London is reportedly set to come to an end - with reports suggesting that the former Celtic boss has been given the boot despite recent European success.

A fifth-placed Premier League finish last season, sitting just two points outside the Champions League spots, saw Postecoglou take mass plaudits for his work with Tottenham, despite having the added bonus of no European football to contend with, eventually qualifying for the Europa League as a result of their league finish.

However, this season has been a real 'Jekyll and Hyde' campaign. Postecoglou had to contend with injuries throughout the campaign, but Spurs finished in a lowly 17th place - their worst finish on record in the Premier League - alongside crashing out of the FA Cup early, and blowing an aggregate lead in the League Cup semi-final against Liverpool to lose 4-1 overall. A win over Manchester United in the Europa League final in mid-May looked to have potentially saved his job, but that is no more, with suggestions that the boss will be relieved of his duties.

The report by Sky Sports journalist Sacha Tavolieri states that Tottenham have decided to sack Postecoglou - despite winning the Europa League almost two weeks ago.

Moreover, Brentford boss Thomas Frank is supposedly top of the shortlist to replace the Greek-Australian boss, with the 'exceptional' Dane dragging the Bees to a top-half finish in the Premier League with a differing style of pragmatic yet successful football at a club who are punching above their own weight in the top-flight.

Postecoglou famously stated earlier in the campaign that he 'always wins trophies' in his second season, and he stuck to his promise - though a dismal domestic campaign has now seemingly seen Daniel Levy venture in another direction with Frank in his sights.

Tottenham's continental success means they'll play in the Champions League next season, but a strong domestic campaign will be equally important to them, and Postecoglou's inexcusable results this season means that whoever their new boss is will know the expectations of the board going into the new season.

Bayern Munich are set to hold talks with Leroy Sane this week, with Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur both interested in the winger, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.

Sane, who reportedly earns around £325,000-a-week at the Allianz Arena, is out of contract this summer, meaning he could leave Bayern Munich for nothing. The former Manchester City winger has played a key role for Bayern over the years, but at the age of 29 with his deal expiring, the German club have a big decision to make on his future.

Clubs in the Premier League are now showing an interest in securing the signature of Sane, and they could land themselves a bargain if he is unable to agree a new contract with Bayern.

Bayern Set to Hold Talks With Sane This Week

Levy has excellent relationship with his agent

According to GIVEMESPORT sources, Sane is set to hold talks with Bayern this week over his future, with his deal expiring in the coming weeks. All parties want clarity over where his future lies, while there is still a chance that he extends his stay at the Allianz Arena.

Suitors understand that there is a chance he remains with the Bundesliga outfit, but there has been no breakthrough in talks over a new deal yet. Tottenham's interest in Sane is genuine, but the managerial uncertainty isn't ideal. Spurs hope to resolve Ange Postecoglou's future this week, and there is still a chance he heads through the exit door.

Daniel Levy has an excellent relationship with Sane's agent, Pini Zahavi, and the pair have held talks over a potential deal for Sane, GIVEMESPORT sources have confirmed.

Arsenal Have Expressed Interest in Leroy Sane

Nothing is advanced yet

According to GIVEMESPORT sources, Arsenal are another club to have expressed an interest in signing Sane, described as 'world-class', ahead of the summer transfer window, but nothing is advanced yet. The feeling is that the Gunners could opt to bring in a younger winger, even though Sane is seen as a market opportunity.

Arsenal's priority is to bring in a left-sided attacker, but Sane prefers and predominantly plays on the right-hand side. It's understood that any signing to come in on the right-hand side would have to be deputy to Bukayo Saka, who is expected to sign a new deal at the Emirates Stadium.

Sane suitors, such as Tottenham and Arsenal, remain unsure whether he is going to leave Bayern in the summer transfer window.

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Tottenham Hotspur could look to steal a march in the race to sign Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace in the coming weeks, according to reports - with the north London club thought to be 'readying' a player-plus-cash deal to land the England star during the summer transfer window.

Ange Postecoglou's side know they are in need of new recruits after a dismal Premier League campaign saw them finish 17th in the table, their worst-ever placement in the competition's 32-year-history - but with European football also being secured, that could see them make moves for the Premier League's best players, with Eze being on their shortlist ahead of a permanent move.

Report: Tottenham 'Readying' Player-Plus-Cash Deal for Eze

Tottenham have a lot of deadwood and could use that to their advantage in talks

The report by TEAMtalk states that although the Eagles have been in talks with Eze over a new contract, their reason for doing so is a concerted effort to stave off interest from Tottenham - who are keen to add real quality to their squad after qualifying for the Champions League via winning the Europa League.

Tottenham haven't given up on their long-term target yet, and as a result, they are prepared to either trigger his £68million release clause or propose a player-plus-cash deal.

Sources close to Eze believe that he is content at Palace, and knows that he owes his gratitude to them after taking him from Championship side Queens Park Rangers and making him into a Europa League player and an FA Cup winner - where he scored the only goal at Wembley vs Manchester City to record Palace's first-ever major trophy.

However, it's also thought that he is open to competing at the highest level, being driven by his ambition of more success and to feature in a prominent role for England at the World Cup next summer, having already been labelled as one of the 'best midfielders in the country'.

With a versatility that sees him play behind the striker or on the left-wing, Spurs could utilise Eze in various positions when competing on four competitive fronts next season, and he'd be a major coup in terms of ENIC's ambitions to remain a top-five side.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Eberechi Eze has 10 caps for England, scoring once in the previous international break.

Eze has a respectable 34 goals and 23 assists in just 146 games for Palace in the Premier League, and with an England goal to his name, now could be the time to try his hand on the biggest European stage.

Statistics courtesy of WhoScored. Correct as of 01-06-25.