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Arsenal are plotting a sensational move to sign a Tottenham star this summer to pounce on their ongoing troubles on the pitch, according to Caught Offside.

The Gunners have had a fine season and are sitting top of the Premier League table, and are also in the Champions League semi-finals, while rivals Spurs have had a horror campaign, and currently sit in the relegation zone with five games remaining following their 2-2 draw with Brighton on Saturday.

That has led to big speculation that a number of first-team stars could be on the move away from Tottenham during the summer transfer window, and it has now emerged that Mikel Arteta's side are ready to make a shock move to keep one of them in north London.

Arsenal Plot £50m Move to Sign Lucas Bergvall

According to a report, Arsenal are ready to table a £50m bid to complete a shock move to sign Tottenham star Lucas Bergvall this summer.

Bergvall, who has been described as 'unstoppable', has developed rapidly since moving to Spurs, and his development saw him earn a new long-term contract recently, tying him to the side until 2031. However, their recent performances on the pitch could see them drop down to the second tier, and has put a number of clubs on alert over his situation.

One of those is Arsenal, who are prepared to make a 'creative offer' to bring the 20-year-old Sweden international across north London to the Emirates Stadium for Arteta.

Spurs want to keep the player at all costs, and certainly wouldn't want to lose him to local rivals Arsenal, but a £50m fee has been mooted as potentially being enough, and the Gunners would reportedly be ready to pay that sum to add him to their squad.

Arsenal Could Make Stunning Bergvall Swoop

The last time Arsenal signed someone from Tottenham, Sol Campbell arrived and he went down as a club legend, helping them go Invincible in the Premier League and even scoring in their only Champions League final appearance.

Bergvall would bring some technical excellence to the midfield department, and with Arsenal likely to look at strengthening that position this summer, this could be a deal that shakes the Premier League and greatly boosts them.

Whether the player would be open to the move remains to be seen, but taking the rivalry aside, it would certainly be a deal that makes sense for both Arsenal and Bergvall, and could be a very interesting one to watch in the coming months.

Tottenham Hotspur suffered late agony as their first three points of 2026 were ripped away from them by Georginio Rutter on Saturday evening.

Tottenham went into the clash with Fabian Hurzeler's Brighton and Hove Albion side knowing that only a win would take them out of the Premier League relegation zone, as they look to avoid a devastating fall into the Championship.

Spurs were on course to do exactly that as Xavi Simons' excellent strike restored their lead after Kaoru Mitoma's brilliant volley had levelled the scores in the second half.

The north London outfit only had to hold on for 13 minutes plus injury-time after Simons' goal, but Rutter broke the hearts of the majority of people at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium with a fine strike of his own in the 95th minute.

The result leaves Spurs in the bottom three ahead of their trip to face almost-relegated Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux next weekend, and De Zerbi will know they won't have many better opportunities to win a top-flight match than that one.

Tottenham could be four points adrift in the relegation zone by the time they kick off in the Midlands though, if Nottingham Forest and West Ham United beat Burnley and Crystal Palace respectively by the end of this matchday.

Danso Moment Costs Tottenham and De Zerbi

With captain Cristian Romero ruled out for the rest of the season, De Zerbi doesn't have a host of centre-back options to choose from at Tottenham.

Kevin Danso has been one of the club's better performers in what has been a truly terrible campaign, but it was his error in possession that led to Rutter's equaliser.

Despite the mistake, it wouldn't be a surprise if the Austria international is given the chance to redeem himself against Wolves, given the other options to replace him would be Radu Dragusin, or Joao Palhinha and Archie Gray playing out of position.

Ben Davies could be an option to play alongside Micky van de Ven, but he is still yet to return to the matchday squad after injury.

De Zerbi Must Axe Kolo Muani From the XI Permanently

Randal Kolo Muani has been a huge disappointment in a Tottenham shirt this season.

Given his pedigree, there was hope that he would arrive and contribute goals and assists for Spurs during his loan spell from Paris Saint-Germain.

While he has performed decently in the Champions League, it has been a different story in the Premier League.

The France international has just one goal and one assist to show in his 25 top flight appearances this term, and he was given a 1/10 rating by talkSPORT pundit Jamie O'Hara for his display against Sunderland on De Zerbi's bow.

It wasn't much better this time around, with Football London giving him 4/10 after another largely anonymous display.

If Kolo Muani is bringing little to the table when he is starting matches, then De Zerbi simply has to axe him from the XI permanently - starting against Wolves.

Tottenham Hotspur suffered last-gasp heartbreak as their first win of 2026 was stolen away from them in the dying minutes on Saturday evening, but there were a lot of positives when it came to the performances of certain players.

Spurs looked on course to pick up their first three points in the Premier League since beating Crystal Palace on December 28, as they led Brighton and Hove Albion 2-1 in second-half injury time.

Xavi Simons' stunning goal looked set to prove to be the difference between the two sides, with manager Roberto De Zerbi knowing that he needed a victory against his former employers to take Tottenham out of the relegation zone.

Instead, with just five games remaining, the north Londoners are a point from safety, with the two teams above them, West Ham United and Nottingham Forest, having a game in hand as they are yet to play this weekend.

Forest have a potentially favourable home game against 19th-placed Burnley, while West Ham will fancy their chances of beating Palace at Selhurst Park, with Eagles players seemingly focused on Europa Conference League success having been allowed to have a night out in Florence on Thursday after advancing to the semi-finals of the competition.

Xavi Simons 'Unstoppable' Against Brighton

Simons has been something of an enigma following his move from RB Leipzig.

Despite there being no doubts over his ability and what he can contribute in the final third, neither Thomas Frank nor Igor Tudor, during his short reign, wanted to select the Dutchman in the starting XI on a consistent basis.

Clearly, the 23-year-old wasn't showing enough at Hotspur Way in training that he should be a guaranteed starter, but the clash against Brighton could be a turning point for the playmaker.

Simons was described as 'Tottenham's best player' on the night and his goal 'unstoppable' by Sky Sports co-commentator Alan Smith during the game, and it was a statement that was fully deserved based on his showing.

He set up the opener with a beautiful cross which Pedro Porro bravely headed home, before he could have got on the score-sheet himself when he hit the post.

Simons did find the net in the second half with a brilliant strike though, which has surely cemented his spot in the XI in the crucial clash against Wolves next weekend.

Gallagher is Now Undroppable Like Simons

Conor Gallagher has flattered to deceive following his move from Atletico Madrid in January, which is far from ideal given he is reportedly earning £200,000-a-week at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The Englishman hasn't been without his critics either, with talkSPORT pundit and former Spurs midfielder Jamie O'Hara labelling him as being 'absolutely awful' following defeat to Crystal Palace last month.

Gallagher was benched for the defeats to Palace and Nottingham Forest under Tudor, but he has now started both matches under De Zerbi.

The 26-year-old was much improved against the Seagulls on Saturday too, with one site giving him a 7/10 rating and calling it 'arguably his best game in a Tottenham shirt'.

It's quite a low bar admittedly, but it's hard to argue against it as he pressed well and was everywhere across the pitch. One of Gallagher's biggest strengths is his endurance and energy, and if he leaves everything on the pitch over the next five games like he did on Saturday, then he has to keep starting alongside Simons.

Tottenham Hotspur surrendered the lead twice to draw 2-2 with Brighton and Hove Albion in the capital on Saturday evening, and pundit Les Ferdinand was baffled by what he saw Xavi Simons do in the second half of the game.

Tottenham looked on course to record their first Premier League win of 2026 after twice going in front against Roberto De Zerbi's former employers, with Xavi Simons putting them ahead in the 77th minute.

However, Spurs were unable to hold on for a victory that would have moved them out of the relegation zone, with Georginio Rutter's 95th-minute equaliser proving heartbreak for the hosts.

De Zerbi's men could find themselves four points from safety by the time they next play, against rock-bottom Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux next Saturday, should Nottingham Forest and West Ham beat Burnley and Crystal Palace respectively over the rest of the weekend.

With five games remaining, Tottenham need a win quickly and they won't get many better opportunities than against Wolves, who have lost 22 of their 33 top flight fixtures this term.

There were signs of hope against the Seagulls, but also some moments that confused those watching on too.

Les Ferdinand Confused by Xavi Simons Celebration

On a tense night at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Simons decided to react to his brilliant strike by taking his shirt off during his celebration.

It was a moment that confused Sky Sports pundit Ferdinand, who turned to fellow pundit Michael Dawson during the game to say that he thought it was the wrong thing to do.

The pundit told Sky Sports: "It was a great second goal by Xavi Simons, but the celebrations... I looked at Daws [Michael Dawson] and I said '78 minutes, there's still a long way to go'. You need concentration."

While an outpouring of emotion is understandable in that situation, Tottenham are without a league win in 2026 for a reason and with 13 minutes left to play, plus injury-time, after the goal it was a bit of a foolish move.

It proved to be as Brighton stuck a dagger through the hearts of the hosts, who must pick themselves up immediately and go again at Molineux.

Xavi Simons Was a Difference-Maker

Despite that slight blot on his copybook, Simons was largely outstanding during the game and he made a big difference to Tottenham in the final third with his creativity and finishing.

The Dutch international ended the game with a goal and an assist to show for his efforts, while his suffering of cramp at the end of the game hardly helped his teammates in the final minutes of the match.

The 22-year-old struggled to be a regular starter under either Thomas Frank or Igor Tudor following his move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last summer, but this match was a sign that he could be the key to keeping the club in the Premier League.

The Dutchman came into the starting XI against the Seagulls having started on the bench in De Zerbi's first fixture in charge at Sunderland, but now he must keep his place for the next five matches.

If he does, Tottenham will have their best hope of scoring more goals and achieving their short-term goal of avoiding relegation to the Championship.

Every game from here on in is must-win for Tottenham Hotspur. Such is the perilous position they find themselves in.

For the first time in 17 years Spurs are in the relegation zone in the Premier League in a league table outside of the first three games of the season.

The threat of a first relegation since 1977 is very real.

Roberto De Zerbi was brought in early to save the club from relegation, after a disastrous caretaker spell in charge by Igor Tudor. But the Italian's first game in charge did not go to plan, with Tottenham losing 1-0 to Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.

Spurs Can Move Out Of The Relegation Zone

Next up is De Zerbi's first home game in charge, with the club calling for all supporters to turn up in white on Saturday as they take on De Zerbi's former club Brighton & Hove Albion.

Spurs can climb out of the drop zone, because West Ham do not play until Monday night, but that will require them to do something they have not done in 111 days - win a game of Premier League football.

De Zerbi made some interesting choices in his first starting XI against the Black Cats and it is crucial that he makes the right decisions when it comes to the starting lineup this time around.

First of all we know who is going to play in goal. De Zerbi confirmed Guglielmo Vicario is not ready to return after his hernia surgery, so Antonin Kinsky will be between the sticks.

Ahead of him there's not Cristian Romero, so you'd expect Kevin Danso to fill in alongside Micky van de Ven. the two full-backs did ok against Sunderland, so he should go with Pedro Porro and Destiny Udogie again.

Ahead of them is where it gets interesting.

Archie Gray has been the standout Spurs performer in a diabolical season, so he starts in the two in midfield - Spurs just need to use his this week after he only touched the ball 23 times last week.

Alongside him I think Yves Bissouma should play. None of the others fill me with much confidence and as much as I want to see Lucas Bergvall in there, I think the experiment with him in the No.10 role last week may see De Zerbi leave him out completely this week.

Bissouma can be guilty of giving the ball away, but he does take more risks in possession and De Zerbi wants, and will need, that.

The Forward Line Has To Change

In the three behind the striker there are two nailed on starters. Xavi Simons and Mathys Tel just have to be in the lineup.

Simons has been criminally underused it's incredible, given what he can offer the team, and Tel showed once again, in a more limited amount of time, the urgency and forward drive that this Spurs team needs.

On the right I'm predicting a rogue choice - Djed Spence to be pushed further forward as he has been once or twice due to injuries this season. With him and Porro there are two options for both going forward and defensive duties.

It could be a toss of a coin up front, but Dominic Solanke is likely to get the nod ahead of Richarlison, who could be a threat from the bench.

Manchester United have already made enquiries over a summer deal for Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero, following claims of a shock clause in his contract, according to SportsBoom.

Man United's focus on the pitch remains ensuring they do qualify for the Champions League next season, following their wobble against Leeds United at Old Trafford on Monday night.

The three-and-a-half week break between their draw with Bournemouth and the clash against Daniel Farke's men seemed to affect their rhythm, as the visitors dominated in the opening 45 minutes of their 2-1 win.

United are still third and all is not lost ahead of this weekend, as they know finishing in the top five places in the Premier League will be enough to guarantee they return to the Champions League for the first time since being eliminated in the old format of the group stages in 2023.

Michael Carrick's side currently lie seven points ahead of sixth-placed Chelsea, and they can extend that advantage to 10 points on Saturday when they face the Blues at Stamford Bridge.

They will have to do it with just one fit senior centre-back however, after Leny Yoro picked up a new injury that could rule him out for the rest of the season.

According to SportsBoom, Romero is widely expected to walk away from Tottenham this summer, regardless of which division they find themselves in next season.

If that is the case, then the Spurs captain has already played his last game for the club, having been ruled out for the rest of the season following the knee injury he suffered against Sunderland in Roberto De Zerbi's first match in charge of the club.

The report says that United have already made 'early enquiries' over a potential summer deal for the 27-year-old, believing that he is ready-made for them given his experience and the fact he is in his prime.

United won't have things all their own way if they do firm up their initial interest though, with Premier League rivals Newcastle United and Crystal Palace having also made tentative checks on the player's situation, as well as interest from European clubs.

Romero Claimed to Have Shock Contract Clause

The report also claims that should Tottenham drop into the Championship, there is a clause in Romero's contract that would allow him to leave the club for free.

It seems extremely unlikely Spurs would have included anything like this in his contract when they signed him, with his current deal due to expire in 2029.

If there is any truth to it though, then United are likely to face stiff competition should Tottenham drop into the Championship, with the player having no interest in playing in England's second tier.

That is a genuine possibility right now, with Spurs two points from safety with six Premier League matches left to play, and given they are without a top-flight win in 2026.

One big concern over potentially signing Romero is his disciplinary record, given he has been sent off six times in all competitions for signing for Tottenham in 2021.

Roberto De Zerbi faces his former club Brighton on Saturday as he searches for his first win as Tottenham Hotspur manager.

The north London side’s new era under the Italian began with a 1-0 defeat away to Sunderland last weekend, while Brighton secured their third consecutive victory with a 2-0 win at Burnley.

With six games remaining in the Premier League season, Spurs desperately need points to prevent their relegation rivals from pulling further away.

After both West Ham and Nottingham Forest picked up points last time out, Tottenham dropped into the bottom three for the first time this season and sit two points from safety ahead of the weekend’s action.

De Zerbi Must Start Xavi Simons vs Brighton

Winless in their last 13 Premier League games, Tottenham have severely lacked creativity all season, with both James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski long-term absentees.

In the defeat to Sunderland, De Zerbi opted for Lucas Bergvall at No. 10, and the Sweden international largely struggled to impress in only his second league appearance since returning from injury.

Xavi Simons, meanwhile, was left on the bench and was brought on with five minutes of normal time remaining, when Spurs were searching for a late equaliser.

It marked a fourth Premier League game in a row in which Simons, who joined from RB Leipzig in a £50m deal last summer, was absent from the starting XI.

So far, it has been a difficult campaign for the Dutchman after he struggled to gain the trust of both Thomas Frank and Igor Tudor, but he has shown enough quality in recent weeks to deserve a start against Brighton.

The 22-year-old produced a man-of-the-match display against Atletico Madrid, scoring twice, and is one of the few creative options available as Spurs look to avoid a nightmare end to the campaign.

Tottenham Team News vs Brighton

At his Friday press conference, De Zerbi confirmed Tottenham will be without captain Cristian Romero for the rest of the campaign after the defender suffered a partial MCL tear.

Romero has joined a lengthy list of absentees that includes Kulusevski, Maddison, Wilson Odobert, Mohammed Kudus, Ben Davies and Guglielmo Vicario.

There has been some positive news regarding Rodrigo Bentancur, who is available again following a hamstring setback.

Tottenham Hotspur are expected to see big interest in a number of their players this summer after yet another hugely disappointing campaign.

The Lilywhites currently sit in the relegation zone with six games remaining of the Premier League season, two points adrift of safety and without a victory in the division since December 28th, and just two wins since November 1st 2025.

That has seen several top clubs in England and across Europe begin to take a look at their squad in the event of relegation so they can attempt to lure some of their top talent away, and now Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are believed to be lurking for a 23-year-old star.

Tottenham Braced for Pape Matar Sarr Bids

One of the only players who has seen their reputation remain intact this season, despite the team's poor performances, has been central midfielder Pape Matar Sarr.

The Senegal international, described as a 'physical marvel', has performed well, and his performances have seen him attract the attention of top clubs like Madrid, PSG and Bayern ahead of the upcoming summer window, with all three teams looking to add more physicality and youth to their midfield departments.

The club value the player's potential and don't want to lose him, insisting he isn't for sale, but it's understood that relegation could render them helpless in their battle to keep him, with £50m likely to be enough to convince them to move him on.

“Spurs insist Sarr is not for sale, but privately they know that big clubs are going to come calling, and some may already have done so,” one source told Caught Offside.

“Sarr’s value is growing and there’s a real possibility of him moving on this summer whether they go down or not. Real Madrid, PSG, and Bayern Munich are all big fans of the player, and offers of around £50m would probably be enough."

Tottenham Expecting Huge Summer of Change

Being on the verge of relegation will enforce changes within the squad, and after bringing Roberto De Zerbi in for the summer, Spurs now must shape the squad in his image if they want to improve.

Sarr's energy and physicality, along with his technical quality, would see him slot perfectly into De Zerbi's system, but with so many changes likely, a big offer could make him become surplus to requirements.

With such big clubs showing an interest too, it's likely that he will want the opportunity to test himself at the highest level, and it seems that Spurs may be about to lose yet another important figure in the summer.

Newcastle United have made contact with Tottenham Hotspur over a deal to sign captain Cristian Romero this summer after a shock clause was revealed, according to Sports Boom.

The Magpies have had a disappointing season and look set to miss out on European football for next season, leaving Eddie Howe looking to rebuild his squad in the summer window, with a number of stars linked with a move away and replacements being sought after.

Central defender Fabian Schar is someone who looks set to move on, with his contract due to expire at the end of the season, and now the Toon have made their move over an ambitious deal to bring the World Cup winner to St James' Park in a surprise swoop.

Romero, who has been described as 'world-class', looks set to leave Spurs with the north London club currently battling against relegation with just six game remaining.

The centre-back signed a new contract with Tottenham last summer but has grown increasingly frustrated with the club, and now looks set to leave amid big interest from clubs in Spain and in the Premier League.

But in a shock twist, a report by Sports Boom has revealed that the Argentine has a clause in his contract that allows him to walk away from Tottenham for free if they are relegated from the Premier League, which has opened the door for clubs to try and convince him to join them.

Newcastle are understood to have made tentative checks with Spurs and Romero about a potential move, as they look to add a top player to their squad in a rare opportunity on the market.

Romero has previously been open about wanting to play in Spain, and Newcastle's own poor season may hinder their chances of a deal, but they are trying to get a deal done.

Newcastle Would Make Statement With Romero Deal

In the current market, Romero would easily be a player worth upwards of £50m, even if Spurs are in the Championship, so the opportunity to sign him for nothing is a no-brainer, especially for a club like Newcastle.

Losing Schar and Trippier for nothing this summer will see big leadership holes to fill, while there is also talk stars like Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes could be on the move. But bringing in someone like Romero would show they are on the right track, and would be a real statement of intent.

Convincing him to join over other options won't be easy to do, but they have the financial power and ambition to make a strong case.

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Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a move to sign Leeds United star Karl Darlow this summer in a surprise deal, according to The Telegraph.

The north London side are in the midst of a relegation battle to stay in the Premier League, with the club currently two points adrift of safety with six games remaining in the campaign, six points behind Leeds.

But after appointing Roberto De Zerbi on a long-term contract, Spurs are planning ahead for next season anyway, in the hopes of being a Premier League side once the campaign ends, and a move for a new goalkeeper is being looked at as a potential option amid concerns over the futures of Guglielmo Vicario and Antonin Kinsky.

Tottenham Eyeing Move for Leeds Star Darlow

Darlow, who has been described as 'outstanding', started the season as the number two goalkeeper at Elland Road, despite helping the team earn promotion up from the Championship last year. However, the 35-year-old has reclaimed his starting spot in recent months after Lucas Perri disappointed Daniel Farke with his early-season performances, and he hasn't looked back since, starting 16 Premier League games.

Fabrizio Romano drops huge Cuti Romero Spurs exit update

But the veteran goalkeeper is out of contract at the end of the season and there have been no signs of a renewal being on the cards, despite his strong performances. That has got Spurs looking at a potential move to sign the experienced goalkeeper this summer to bolster their own department, with at least one goalkeeper expected to be brought in during the transfer window. Kinsky could leave on loan to play more regularly elsewhere, while Vicario has been linked with a move to Inter Milan.

Darlow Could Be Shrewd Signing

With Kinsky and Vicario looking more likely to leave Tottenham than stay this summer, regardless of what division they are playing in, a move for an experienced shot-stopper who has played in both leagues and is playing regularly could be perfect. It's unlikely that Darlow would be brought in to be the first-choice goalkeeper, but having him in the squad would give the manager the option to use him if needed without having to worry, considering how he has performed this season. On a free transfer too, it would be shrewd business by Spurs, who will have plenty of holes to fill in their squad this summer, leaving them some spare cash to spend elsewhere.

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