GiveMeSport

Tottenham Hotspur have been officially contacted by intermediaries over a summer deal to sign FK Bodo/Glimt striker Kasper Hogh, according to SportsBoom.

Spurs are currently in a battle to decide which division they will be playing in next season, after dropping to within five points of the Premier League relegation zone.

The final spot is occupied by West Ham United, who beat their London rivals at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last month, and have hit form in recent weeks.

The north Londoners meanwhile, are without a league victory in 2026 and have won just two of their previous 17 Premier League matches, which led to the dismissal of Thomas Frank.

Under the leadership of interim manager Igor Tudor, Spurs now face a daunting fixture against arch-rivals and leaders Arsenal this Sunday as they look to get points on the board.

Having been heavily linked with a move to Championship side Norwich City and Old Firm duo Celtic and Rangers in the January transfer window with SportsBoom claiming €8-9m offers were rejected.

Now Hogh is now said to be attracting interest from bigger European clubs due to his goalscoring exploits with Bodo/Glimt, for whom he has scored 43 goals in 83 matches, and they face an even bigger battle to keep their prized asset beyond this season.

The 25-year-old shot to prominence with a brace in the Norwegian club's penultimate Champions League group match with Manchester City, before scoring the winning goal in their 2-1 victory against Atletico Madrid in their final one, which saw them reach a two-legged playoff tie against Inter Milan.

The Tottenham hierarchy have officially received a proposal to sign Hogh, but while they are monitoring him as a cheaper 'Plan B' option, the Dane is not seen as a primary target.

Spurs Need Better - If They Remain in Premier League

Of course, if Tottenham did suffer an unthinkable relegation to the Championship then Hogh could be a great option for them, but despite his impressive performances in Europe it would be difficult to back him as the goalscoring saviour the north London club needs should they remain in the Premier League.

The fact that Norwich, the Old Firm clubs, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Southampton Wolfsburg and Union Berlin are among the clubs looking at the 25-year-old suggests Spurs should be aiming higher, as they appear to be doing.

While the next stop for Hogh could be a major European league, his raised price tag of €15-18m means he is one that Tottenham avoid, as things stand.

Is Kasper Hogh Good Enough for Tottenham?

GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT if Kasper Hogh is good enough to make the step up at Tottenham, and this was its response.

Tottenham could do a lot worse than signing Antonio Rudiger on a free transfer this summer.

Spurs have bolstered their defence in the last few seasons with the signings of Radu Dragusin, Kevin Danso, Luka Vuskovic and Kota Takai, but none of them can be considered first-choice in the heart of the backline.

Vuskovic and Takai have both been on loan this season, with Dragusin working his way back to full fitness and Danso called up to deputise when either Cristian Romero or Micky van de Ven are injured or suspended.

The fact of the matter is that Spurs really miss Romero or van de Ven when they are not together as a partnership and have not found anyone to properly challenge the duo for a starting spot.

Tottenham Tried To Sign Liverpool Star In January

There are high hopes for Luka Vuskovic, who has shone on loan with Hamburg in Germany, but at 18 years of age it is a lot to expect of a teenager to be a first-team regular in the Premier League.

Spurs tried, and came close, to sign Andy Robertson in the January transfer window, wanting to add some more leadership to their ranks. It is likely the Lilywhites will return for the Liverpool full-back in the summer, when he becomes a free agent, although much will depend on who the new permanent manager will be.

There are question marks over the futures of both Romero and van de Ven, given Spurs' poor performances in the league this season, although any new manager would be loathe to lose either as soon as he arrives at the club. Romero is the club captain, but has interest from both Madrid clubs and could be the subject of £60million-plus offers in the summer.

Rudiger is reported to have been offered to a number of clubs by his representatives this summer, with Tottenham supposedly already having talks behind the scenes about bringing the centre-back to north London.

Next Tottenham Manager Will Have The Final Say

Much like with Robertson, the identity of the new manager will be key when it comes to making a move for Rudiger. But signing him would be a good move for Tottenham, given their need for more leaders on the park.

At 32 years old, Rudiger has been there, done it and worn plenty of t-shirts, winning everything there is to win, having lifted the UEFA Champions League on two occasions - for both Chelsea and Real Madrid.

And, given his contract at the Santiago Bernabeu comes to an end this summer, signing him on a free transfer is something of a no-brainer, given the lack of outlay.

Rudiger has said that "London will always be my home" in the past, speaking about the roots he laid down during his five-year spell with Chelsea. Then Chelsea boss and now England head coach Thomas Tuchel did not want the German international to leave.

Rudiger Speaks Out On Leadership Qualities

Speaking in 2022, Tuchel said: "I don't think anybody likes it. He gives everybody confidence in the dressing room. He is a unique character and plays on an outstanding level. He sometimes takes the focus towards him, he loves responsibility."

Rudiger himself has already told the Tottenham hierarchy and the incoming manager what they will get from him, were he to sign, too.

"What I can offer in the dressing room is my fighting spirit, my leadership: that is what I hope my contribution will be.

"I will give my heart in every match and in every situation. I can promise that. I'm going to give 100 per cent every day."

Rudiger has Premier League experience, he is a leader and a winner and to top it all off he is available for free. It's a win-win.

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a deal to sign Anderlecht star Keisuke Goto to bolster their forward line for next season, according to SportsBoom.

The Lilywhites have had a terrible campaign so far and currently sit just five points above the relegation zone, which has seen them sack manager Thomas Frank and replace him with Igor Tudor until the end of the season, with the Croatian looking to earn a permanent role between now and the end of the season.

But while their status as a Premier League club isn't completely secure, Spurs are planning ahead for the summer transfer window already and have identified a young forward as a potential candidate.

Tottenham Eyeing Move for Super Talent

Goto has been a breakout star in the 2025/26 season, with the 20-year-old Japanese striker taking the Belgian Jupiler Pro League by storm, leading the way in their goalscoring charts for Sint-Truidense, after joining on loan from Anderlecht last summer.

Those performances have seen him attract the attention of several clubs across Europe, and Tottenham are among the sides who have taken a close look at him in recent times.

Goto has a contract that runs until 2028 with Anderlecht after they signed him on a three-year deal for just €1m, but they are now open to a mega sale to earn a big profit, and they have put an asking price of between €15-20m (£13-17.4m) on his head.

Goto The Record-Breaker

Standing at 1.91m tall (6ft 2), the talented striker is a well-rounded striker and this season showed his quality by becoming the youngest Japanese player in history to reach double figures for goals in a major European league in a single season.

Any move to England is expected to see Goto earn a pay rise, and Spurs believe that his high potential and physical attributes would make him a great addition to their squad. The club are in the market for a versatile and mobile striker, and his performances and relatively low asking price could see him climb up their shortlist.

GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT what Goto would bring to the north London club if he signed, and for a breakdown of his style of play, and this was its response:

Tottenham are set for a new, albeit temporary, era under Igor Tudor, and there are a handful of players who could benefit most from his arrival in north London.

Tudor was appointed as manager earlier this month following the sacking of Thomas Frank, and the former Juventus boss is set to be in charge until the end of the season.

Whether Tudor earns himself a permanent deal remains to be seen, but as it stands, he's tasked with steering Spurs away from the relegation zone.

Tottenham should be safe from relegation given the quality of their squad, but they are near the bottom for a reason. Tudor will need plenty of improvement from his current crop of players, and here are some who could benefit from his arrival.

Pedro Porro

Pedro Porro is edging closer to a return to action, and Frank confirmed before his dismissal that there was a chance that he would be fit enough for the north London derby against Arsenal, which takes place this weekend.

Tudor plays a three-at-the-back system, and that could be a huge benefit to Porro. The former Man City full-back has struggled defensively at times during his Tottenham career, but this could allow him to play more of an advanced role on the right-hand side.

Porro could be the ideal option for Tudor in that position, as he's able to utilise his attacking threat, getting crosses in from deep and providing width.

Randal Kolo Muani

Another player who could benefit from the appointment of Tudor is Randal Kolo Muani, but for different reasons. Kolo Muani has played under Tudor before, so the connection they've already built could help the French striker finally kick-start his Spurs career.

Kolo Muani is still searching for his first Premier League goal since arriving at Tottenham, and although he didn't play under Tudor for too long, he was effective when he did feature.

The 27-year-old scored five goals and provided an assist in just 11 games under Tudor, a return Tottenham fans would dream of from Kolo Muani at the moment.

Mathys Tel

Mathys Tel, who is reportedly 'unhappy' at Tottenham at the moment, is another player that Spurs are just waiting to finally hit the heights expected of them. It's not quite worked out for him at Tottenham just yet, but Tudor's system could get the best out of him.

Italian football commentator Patrick Kendrick said this about Tudor's style of play:

"He had a free-scoring team with two number 10s playing behind a lone striker, but the back three is pretty in vogue in Italy, and it's looked at as a way of making sure you're solid first and foremost."

Tel, who can play out wide or through the middle, could be suited to one of the number 10 roles behind the striker. The French youngster likes to drive with the ball and make things happen in the final third, and the freedom given in a number 10 role could be what he needs to finally unlock his full potential.

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a summer deal to sign Juventus star Lloyd Kelly as they prepare to lose key members of their squad, according to TEAMtalk.

Spurs have had a poor season and currently sit just five points above the relegation zone in the Premier League, and out of both domestic cup competitions, meaning they must win the Champions League in order to somehow qualify for the Champions League next season.

That means they are likely to be forced to sell some key players from their squad, and the board have already begun making plans for the transfer window to strengthen for next season, including a new central defender who knows the Premier League well.

Tottenham Eyeing Lloyd Kelly Deal

Kelly, who has been described as 'incredible', joined Newcastle on a free transfer two summers ago from Bournemouth but struggled for first-team action and made the move to Serie A to join Juventus on an initial loan deal, where the manager was a certain Igor Tudor.

That move then became permanent last summer, and Kelly has become a key player for the side this season, as they push to earn Champions League qualification once again. But Spurs have been paying close attention to his performances, and want to bring him back to England.

Juventus value the Englishman at around €50m (£43.5m), which would be a fraction of the amount Spurs would expect to receive should either Cristian Romero or Micky Van de Ven leave, but more than double what he cost the Italian side a year ago.

Tottenham Will Lose a Centre Back

It seems almost inevitable that Spurs will lose at least one of Van de Ven or Romero this summer, with both players picking up major interest from some of Europe's top clubs.

Romero has decided he wants out and would like to move to Spain, while the Netherlands international is said to be keen on a move to Liverpool. But the club would likely demand around £80m for both players, which would allow them to reinvest on Kelly and have plenty of money leftover.

Kelly's form in Italy has been impressive and GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT if he would be a good replacement for their current defensive duo. This was its response:

Tottenham attacking midfielder Xavi Simons has skipped a holiday in order to stay at the training ground and put in extra hours ahead of their game against Arsenal, according to talkSPORT.

Simons arrived at Spurs at the beginning of the season from RB Leipzig, and despite showing glimpses of the player he was in the Bundesliga, he hasn't hit the heights expected of him just yet.

He's certainly not the only one in the Tottenham squad this campaign, and it was never going to be easy for the Dutch international to come into this dysfunctional side and flourish.

With Spurs preparing for one of their biggest games of the season against Arsenal, Igor Tudor, who was recently appointed as manager, will undoubtedly be impressed with what's now happened with Simons.

Xavi Simons Puts in Extra Tottenham Training

According to talkSPORT, Tottenham attacking midfielder Simons skipped going on holiday to remain at the training ground ahead of their game against Arsenal. The creative midfielder opted to put in extra hours, while the squad were given five days off.

The Tottenham squad were given the time off following their defeat against Newcastle last week, the game which saw Thomas Frank lose his job.

It's not a huge surprise that the Tottenham squad were given some time off to reset, as it's been a difficult period, and there was no new manager in place.

Spurs had no game at the weekend due to being knocked out of the FA Cup, so it was the ideal time to give the players a chance to recover.

Arsenal Game Huge for Tottenham

It goes without saying in a usual context, but the game against Arsenal this weekend is huge for multiple reasons. It will be Tudor's first game in charge of the club, and getting off to a good start is exactly what he needs.

Spurs are also in desperate need of points as they edge closer to the relegation zone, and beating their rivals would be the perfect way to start Tudor's tenure.

Arsenal are also competing for the title against Manchester City, so putting a big dent in their chances of winning the Premier League will make the victory extra sweet.

Will Xavi Simons Suit Igor Tudor?

With Tudor coming to north London and implementing his own ideas, GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT whether Simons will be a good fit under the new manager.

In a 3-4-2-1, the dual No.10s operate in half-spaces behind the striker — a role that aligns with Xavi Simons’ profile as a ball-carrying, chance-creating interior attacker.

His capacity to receive between lines and accelerate through pressure suits the vertical transitions typical of Igor Tudor’s system.

Simons’ work rate supports counter-pressing demands, though he would need tactical discipline in rest defence.

He is less of a touchline winger, so playing him as a wing-back would waste his strengths.

Tottenham Eyeing Deal to Sign 'Incredible' Star Igor Tudor Knows Well to Replace Cristian Romero

Tottenham are eyeing a deal to sign an 'incredible' star Igor Tudor knows well to replace Cristian Romero.

Tottenham Want to Sign 'World-Class' £78m Defender Amid Romero and Van De Ven Exit Talks

Tottenham are eyeing a move to sign a 'world-class' star in a deal worth £78m amid concerns over the futures of Cristian Romero and Micky Van de Ven.

David Ornstein: Chelsea Made Contact for ‘Sensational’ Tottenham Star in January

Tottenham Hotspur rejected enquiries from Premier League rivals Chelsea and Aston Villa in January.

New interim Tottenham Hotspur head coach Igor Tudor has sent a clear message to the Spurs supporters ahead of the club's huge North London Derby with Arsenal at the weekend - he is putting a team out to cause a stir.

Tudor replaced the sacked Thomas Frank at the helm at the end of last week, signing a deal until the end of the season, with Spurs likely to appoint a different permanent head coach in the summer.

Tudor's role at Tottenham is clear - to get the team out of trouble at the bottom of the Premier League table, avoid relegation and see how far he can get them in the UEFA Champions League.

Tottenham Start Could Not Get Much Harder For Igor Tudor

The Croatian took his first training session with his new charges on Monday, with another session to follow on Tuesday and gave his first interview to the club's official channels too.

His start to life in N17 could not get much harder, with his first fixture in charge the North London Derby with Arsenal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday.

Arsenal are the Premier League leaders and Spurs supporters would love nothing more than to see their side upset their fierce rivals in their quest for a first title since 2004.

Thomas Frank Upset The Tottenham Players

One of the big criticisms of Frank that came out following his sacking was that he kept mentioning Arsenal and how good they were - something that reportedly irritated the players.

Frank's pragmatic approach will be replaced by a more attacking brand of football under Tudor it seems, if his first interview is anything to go by.

Speaking about the weekend's derby clash, Tudor said: "Big week, important game, we know this derby is a fantastic game to play. We want to play this game in a way that our fans will like, giving everything we have in the right way, brave, but in the same way be intelligent, smart to achieve what we want and that's the victory."

Igor Tudor Expects His Team To Run More Than The Opposition

The word brave will impress the Spurs supporters who crave seeing their team on the front foot and taking the game to their opponents.

But not only that, Tudor is expecting his players to be more physical and put in the hard yards, not only in training, but on the pitch too.

He added: "I believe football in 2026 has changed a lot, it's more physical. If you can run 115km as a team, it's better than 105. It's always about motivating players to understand this about running, the physical aspect of football, but that without quality is nothing. So technical skills, intelligence to recognise the situations on the pitch is everything, you need to find a mix of both things."

A new name has emerged from the pack in the race to become the new manager at Tottenham Hotspur, with Teamtalk reporting at Spurs have added Eddie Howe to their shortlist of potential candidates for the permanent job in N17.

Tottenham will scour the market for a permanent manager in the summer, after appointing Igor Tudor as interim boss for the rest of the 2025/26 season following the sacking of Thomas Frank.

GIVEMESPORT understands that Mauricio Pochettino and Roberto De Zerbi are the two leading candidates to take the job in the summer, but discussions will be had over other potential options.

Howe is one of those, with Teamtalk reporting that the Newcastle boss' name was added to the Spurs shortlist 'quietly' this week.

The Newcastle boss has come under pressure this season, for the first time in his five-year tenure really, with the Magpies struggling in 10th place in the Premier League table.

They have a UEFA Champions League play-off double header with Qarabag this week and next, and despite pressure on his shoulders, there is no real threat of the Englishman losing his job.

Howe ended the Magpies' 70-year trophy drought last season by guiding Newcastle to Carabao Cup success.

While Pochettino and De Zerbi will cost nothing to bring in, with the Argentinian out of contract following his role as head coach of the USA men's national team at the World Cup in the summer of 2026, and the Italian already out of work, having left his position at Marseille by mutual consent just hours before Frank was sacked by Spurs, the Lilywhites will have to pay compensation if they want to bring Howe to north London.

Howe signed an initial deal until 2024 with Newcastle when he arrived in 2021, but then put pen-to-paper on a 'long-term' contract in 2022, the full details of which are unknown.

Arsenal Boss Mikel Arteta Has Openly Praised Eddie Howe

According to Teamtalk, Howe's name has been "raised and discussed" as a potential option, which is sure to happen with a lot of managers ahead of what will be a big summer decision.

Howe has earned praise from plenty of big names in the game since making the move to St James' Park from Bournemouth, with Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola describing the job he had done on Tyneside as "incredible".

Even Arsenal boss MIkel Arteta, who has had a number of run-ins with Howe and assistant coach Jason Tindall in the past, was glowing in his praise of the Newcastle boss.

Speaking last year, he said: "I think what Eddie, the staff and what they have done in the last few years is remarkable and they’ve been very, very consistent, very difficult to play against.

“They dominate almost every aspect of the game. They are great when they have to attack a low block, and they have a lot of presence on the board."

Does AI Think Eddie Howe Is A Good Fit For Tottenham?

Here's what ChatGPT said about Tottenham potentially making a move for Eddie Howe.

"Howe could be a solid and capable choice for Spurs due to his tactical growth and leadership qualities. But whether he would be the ideal fit to meet high immediate expectations at Tottenham depends on the club’s ambition level, patience and support structure he’s given. He might be seen as a project builder rather than an established elite trophy-winning manager."

Tottenham have secured the signing of Chelsea defender George Jobling, and The Secret Scout has now shared the first pictures of him in a Spurs kit.

Clubs in the Premier League are constantly looking to improve their academy sides, and that often means trying to poach youngsters from rival clubs. We've seen a host of players move between top clubs, including Chido Obi from Arsenal to Manchester United, and Rio Ngumoha from Chelsea to Liverpool.

Young stars will often get excited about the prospect of a pathway to first-team football, and certain clubs are able to show case studies and evidence that they have a track record of developing talent. A large percentage of players will also be simply looking to chase the money, especially as they aren't being paid a lot when they first come through the academy system.

Tottenham Sign Chelsea Youngster

According to The Secret Scout, Tottenham have secured the signing of Chelsea youngster Jobling, and he's now been spotted in a Spurs kit, seemingly playing for one of their academy sides.

Jobling was recently called up to the England U16 squad for games against Denmark, Spain, and France, showing that he's clearly one of the most highly rated young talents in the country.

Jobling is still only 16 years old, meaning he's yet to sign a professional contract with Chelsea, but he's now set to sign terms with Tottenham when he turns 17.

Spurs Often Target Other Academies

Spurs don't just look to develop their own talent through their academy system. As mentioned, they are one of many clubs that will look to find the best young players from other academies, poaching them and developing them themselves.

In recent years, Oscar Sandiford has arrived from Crystal Palace, Dylan Thompson from Norwich, and Dexter Oliver from Wimbledon, just to name a few. Spurs also brought in James Wilson from Hearts on loan until the end of the season during the January transfer window, with a view to bringing him to the club permanently.

Tottenham's Youth Recruitment Strategy

Tottenham's recruitment policy in recent years has been to sign some of the best young talent available. GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT why clubs like Tottenham look to bring in young players before they reach the big time.