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Tottenham Hotspur look set to face defeat in their attempts to bring highly-rated teenager, Harry Gray, to North London.

Spurs have had success in their policy of securing highly-rated teenage talents, with Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray becoming important players for the North London club since arriving last year.

Over the last 12 months, plenty of reports have suggested that Tottenham had extensively scouted Harry Gray, the younger brother of Archie, who plays as a striker in the Leeds youth sides.

Various sources have claimed that Tottenham are facing competition from Arsenal and Newcastle for Harry Gray, whose only senior appearance to date came in Leeds’ 6-0 win over Stoke City in the Championship back in April.

Tottenham receive a huge Harry Gray transfer blow

TBR Football have confirmed that Spurs were keen on ensuring the 17-year-old striker follows his older brother from Elland Road to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

They reveal that the teenager was also on the radars of Chelsea, Man City, Liverpool, RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund, but those clubs will now have to wait.

The outlet says that the Leeds starlet is now eligible to sign his first professional contract, having turned 17 on Wednesday, and he is expected to do just that.

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It is asserted that Harry has agreed on a deal at Elland Road, and his objective is to become a first-team regular at Leeds over the coming years.

What Leeds were thinking about Spurs’ interest in Gray

TBR Football also spoke to transfer expert Graeme Bailey about the striker’s decision to stay and Leeds’ plans for the youngster.

The journalist revealed that despite the interest Harry was generating, Leeds were never worried about losing him.

Bailey told the outlet: “Leeds have big plans for Harry Gray. They were never too worried he would be tempted away, but such is his talent, they knew he would attract interest; that is natural. But he is set to stay, and that is great news for everyone at the club.”

Jermain Defoe has now shared his thoughts on whether Harry Kane might make a sensational return to Tottenham Hotspur.

Tottenham Hotspur currently have Dominic Solanke, Richarlison, Randal Kolo Muani and Mathys Tel as number nine options under Thomas Frank.

Each of these players possesses unique abilities that the Dane can certainly utilise throughout the course of the campaign, giving Spurs a varied set of attacking tools to call upon.

However, with Harry Kane potentially available next summer for less than £60 million (€70 million) and Tottenham still holding a first-refusal clause on Kane, the England captain continues to be linked with a Premier League comeback.

Jermain Defoe speaks on Harry Kane’s potential Tottenham return

Alan Shearer’s Premier League record remains within touching distance for Kane, who needs 47 more goals to equal the Newcastle United legend and 48 to surpass him outright.

A return to the Premier League would help Kane reach that feat, and now, Jermain Defoe has weighed in on the possibility of his former teammate returning to England.

Speaking to HaytersTV, Defoe admitted that while the move would make sense, everything ultimately depends on Kane’s personal ambitions.

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“I do not know, to be honest. It depends on what he wants to do; he is an iconic figure at the club,” Defoe told HaytersTV.

“The only thing driving him at the moment is probably the trophies, let us hope he can get a few more and if he has done that, then he can come back to Tottenham and win a couple. If it happens, it would make sense, but you just do not know what he is thinking.”

Gary Neville and Alan Pardew share their views on Kane

Gary Neville has previously said that he believes Harry Kane will return to the Premier League, though he remains unconvinced that it would be to rejoin Tottenham, suggesting instead that Chelsea might prove a better fit.

Alan Pardew has also voiced his belief that Kane will find his way back to English football eventually, while Thomas Frank has left the door open for Kane to return to Tottenham, though he admitted that such a move would not happen anytime soon.

Tottenham could soon welcome back a long-term absentee, as Radu Dragusin edges closer to making his long-awaited return from injury.

Thomas Frank has not started his reign as Tottenham Hotspur manager with a clean bill of health, as several key players remain on the treatment table.

The Dane, however, has managed his available squad well, keeping his fit players sharp and avoiding any new setbacks despite a demanding fixture schedule that has seen Spurs play every three days in recent weeks.

A handful of Frank’s injured stars are now closing in on full fitness, with one player in particular understood to be just a month away from stepping back onto the pitch.

Radu Dragusin nears Tottenham return after lengthy injury layoff

Radu Dragusin has been sidelined since suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury back in February, but the Romanian defender is now understood to be nearing full fitness, with the Daily Mail reporting that he could be back in action within a month.

Dragusin has returned to training on the pitches at Hotspur Way, and he has confirmed that he expects to be fit and ready to fight for his place in the Tottenham team within the next few weeks.

Tottenham are understood to have rejected an approach from Romania manager Mircea Lucescu, who had hoped to call Dragusin into the national squad to train and lift team morale ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifier against Austria.

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Although the 23-year-old was eager to answer the call of his national team coach, he accepted the Spurs’ decision, understanding the need for caution as he continues to recover from his cruciate ligament injury suffered earlier in the year.

Thomas Frank set for major fitness boost after October break

Radu Dragusin may not be the only player Thomas Frank expects to see back in full training soon. Randal Kolo Muani, who has been dealing with a dead leg, is also expected to return after the October international break, having recently featured from the bench for Tottenham.

New signing Kota Takai has yet to make his debut since joining from Kawasaki Frontale, but he too could be in contention once the squad reconvenes after the break.

Alan Pardew believes Harry Kane could return to the Premier League, but not with Tottenham Hotspur.

Harry Kane remains one of the finest strikers in world football, and even at 32, his finishing and overall play continue to set him apart from most forwards.

It comes as no surprise that Thomas Frank has welcomed the idea of a potential return for Kane to Tottenham Hotspur, although he admits such a move is not likely in the immediate future.

The England captain appears settled in Germany for now, with Kane himself making it clear that a move away from Bayern Munich is not currently on his mind.

Alan Pardew predicts Premier League return for Harry Kane but not to Tottenham

With two years left on his contract and the possibility of being available for less than £60 million, speculation surrounding Kane’s future has only intensified.

The England captain’s pursuit of Alan Shearer’s all-time Premier League goalscoring record remains a key talking point, and Alan Pardew, speaking on talkSPORT, shared his view on the matter.

Tottenham reportedly hold the first right to re-sign Kane in 2026 should he decide to leave Germany, but Bayern Munich’s sporting director has refused to rule out the prospect of Kane extending his stay in the Bundesliga.

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The former Newcastle United manager believes Kane could yet return to England to chase the record, but not in a Tottenham shirt.

“Yeah, I can see that. But you think he’ll do it in a Spurs shirt, not another shirt. I think Man United,” Pardew said.

Kane’s record chase and Spurs’ transition under Frank

Harry Kane is just 48 goals shy of breaking Alan Shearer’s record, with the England captain having scored 213 times in the Premier League with Tottenham compared to the Newcastle legend’s 260.

Tottenham, meanwhile, are in a period of transition under Thomas Frank, with the club making steady progress after their Europa League triumph and recent investments in the squad.

Tottenham Hotspur are starting to take shape under new boss Thomas Frank, and now, one Spurs star has caught the eye of Manchester United legend Paul Scholes.

Tottenham Hotspur’s start to life under Thomas Frank has not exactly been plain sailing, but it has certainly been steady.

Frank has tightened things up defensively, and as a result, Spurs remain unbeaten in their last seven matches since Bournemouth snatched a win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Premier League.

Spurs head into the international break sitting third in the Premier League table, and there is a growing sense of optimism around the club. But Paul Scholes has now named a Tottenham player as one he absolutely loves to watch.

Paul Scholes hails Tottenham defender Cristian Romero

While Jermain Defoe has been impressed by Mohammed Kudus’ performances out wide, it is Tottenham centre-back Cristian Romero who has caught Scholes’ attention.

The Argentine was handed the captain’s armband following the departure of Heung-min Son and has already delivered several standout displays this season.

Speaking on The Overlap Fan Debate, Scholes could not hide his admiration for the Spurs defender, saying: “I love Romero, me. I think he’s a nutcase, isn’t he? It’s brilliant. I love watching him.”

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Romero’s importance to Spurs this season

Romero is sure to play a vital role for Tottenham if they are to achieve anything meaningful this season.

The Argentine spent large parts of the last campaign sidelined through injury, but when he returned, he quickly re-established himself as one of Spurs’ best performers, particularly in the Europa League.

Xavi Simons is beginning to feel the weight of expectation at Tottenham, with one journalist now insisting he is not the type of playmaker many believe him to be.

Adapting to life in the Premier League is never straightforward, and Tottenham Hotspur’s latest recruit, Xavi Simons, is finding that out already.

The Dutchman has endured a somewhat difficult start to his first campaign in England, registering just one assist so far despite arriving with high expectations.

The fixture against Leeds United marked his first start through the middle in the Premier League since completing his move, and Jermain Defoe described Simons’ display in that role as his most promising performance yet.

Journalist claims Xavi Simons will not be Tottenham’s playmaker

Journalist Suleyman Ozturk, speaking to Voetbal International, has now claimed that Simons is being misunderstood tactically, arguing that he is not a playmaker in the traditional sense.

The Dutchman was brought in primarily to cover for James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski, both of whom have been sidelined with long-term injuries, leaving him tasked with filling a creative void in Tottenham’s attack.

“I also notice that, especially in the Netherlands, if an English newspaper reports that Xavi Simons is not playing well, it is immediately quoted on football websites,” Öztürk said.

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“He is an interesting player; he is one of our players we are keeping a close eye on. Because, of course, yes, there are many fellow club members, but these days everything is news.

“Do not forget that he was signed for a lot of money, of course. We are talking about the top of the Premier League. And then excelling in your first match is something only a few can do. You are talking about the Woltemades of this world. But Xavi Simons is incredibly young. He has a new manager, new teammates.

“And you also have to consider, what is Xavi Simons’ strength? And at Leipzig, at some point, the team was adjusted for him. But this is a completely different reality. And they expect him to have a bit of a Maddison-like role. But he is not Maddison. Maddison is a playmaker. Xavi Simons is not a playmaker or any other type of playmaker.

“And I think the coach still has to figure that out. You have, of course, the Ghanaian player who came from home and really plays like a shot. Kudus, yes. I think we need to give Xavi Simons time to make that adjustment to the Premier League where you really have much less time to think. And that takes some getting used to.”

Xavi’s adaptation and the road ahead at Spurs

Simons will need time to adapt to the pace and physicality of the Premier League, and Tottenham supporters must be patient as Thomas Frank works out how best to utilise his talents.

While there have been calls for Simons to be deployed centrally, it is worth noting that he has spent a greater part of his career playing from the left flank.

The 22-year-old has featured as a left winger more frequently than as an attacking midfielder, although the numbers suggest he is far more effective when operating through the middle.

In 51 appearances as an attacking midfielder, Simons has been directly involved in 40 goals, scoring 22 and assisting 18. On the left, he has contributed 18 goals and 18 assists in 61 appearances, while his output across other positions remains modest.

Tottenham Hotspur are set to face tough competition from Europe’s elite in pursuit of a summer defensive target who could be available on a free transfer.

The winter transfer window is edging closer with just two months left before it officially opens, and Tottenham Hotspur could very well be active once again.

The club has been linked with several players in recent weeks, and Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace remains one of the standout names on Spurs’ radar.

However, securing the England international will not be straightforward. The Palace defender has drawn attention from some of Europe’s biggest clubs, and Tottenham’s hopes of landing him could face stiff resistance.

Liverpool, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich rival Tottenham for Marc Guehi

Marc Guehi’s current contract with Crystal Palace is due to expire next summer, meaning clubs can begin formal talks over a pre-contract agreement should he fail to extend his stay at Selhurst Park.

According to Florian Plettenberg, Liverpool, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are all understood to be monitoring Guehi closely, each considering a move for the 25-year-old centre-half.

Liverpool remains determined to bring Guehi to Anfield on a free transfer, with ongoing discussions already taking place.

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The Reds’ interest is described as “very concrete”, while Barcelona are said to hold a similar level of intent. Meanwhile, Guehi is also understood to be waiting on Real Madrid’s next steps, with the Spanish giants yet to make a formal approach.

Tottenham’s previous advantage over Liverpool fades amid growing competition

Earlier reports suggested that Tottenham had edged ahead of Liverpool in the race for Guehi; however, that advantage seems to be fading.

The Palace defender was reportedly set for a Liverpool medical last summer, but the deal fell through after Oliver Glasner failed to secure a suitable replacement in time.

Guehi was believed to favour a switch to Liverpool in the last transfer window, with the Palace man having rejected a lucrative offer from Spurs in the process.

Tottenham Hotspur have continued to attract interest from potential investors in recent weeks, and a finance expert has now revealed what the club could realistically be worth on the open market.

Tottenham Hotspur have not been short of interest in recent weeks, with several consortia reportedly trying to acquire the club from ENIC.

The club’s stance, however, has remained firm, with officials adamant that Tottenham is not for sale, even after Daniel Levy’s departure.

Brooklyn Earick, who was rumoured to be exploring a £4.5 billion offer for Spurs, has now ruled out making a formal takeover bid after his informal expression of interest was “unequivocally rejected”.

Finance expert Kieran Maguire reveals Tottenham’s true market value

PCP International Finance Limited, along with a consortium led by Dr Roger Kennedy and Wing-Fai Ng, also saw their approaches turned down last month.

But how much are Tottenham really worth? Speaking to BBC Sport, football finance expert Kieran Maguire shared his insight on what would represent fair market value for the North London club.

Maguire drew comparisons with other Premier League clubs to explain his estimate, saying that Tottenham’s revenue levels suggest a multibillion-pound valuation.

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“Chelsea went [for] five times their revenue,” he told BBC Sport. “Spurs’ revenue is probably in the region of £550m to £600m. You multiply that by five and you are probably looking at somewhere just short of three billion pounds.

“But when Manchester United were partially acquired by Sir Jim Ratcliffe a couple of years ago, for every pound of revenue, they were valued at around about seven. You apply that to Spurs and you are probably looking three and a half to four billion.”

Why Tottenham remain an attractive prospect despite on-pitch struggles

Spurs have not achieved the level of success many fans desire on the pitch, and plenty would rightly point to a lack of ambition from ownership as the root cause. However, they remain a highly appealing proposition for potential investors.

Maguire explained why Tottenham’s infrastructure and financial management make them particularly attractive to buyers.

“Anybody buying Spurs, they have already future-proofed a lot of the spending that you might have to consider,” Maguire told BBC Sport.

“It is about as future-proofed a stadium as you could possibly hope for. The training facilities have also had huge investment.”

Off the field, Tottenham’s history, global appeal and commercial potential continue to strengthen their profile as a modern football business.

“They do not have PSR (profit sustainability rules) worries because they do keep their costs low,” Maguire said. “If you are going to put money into Spurs, all of that money is going to go on to the playing side of things. You have also got the London factor, which makes it very attractive. Spurs as a business proposition are very, very attractive.”

The pictures posted by an international team’s football account show one injured Tottenham man training with his national teammates.

Over 30 Spurs players are on international duty and will be involved in 46 fixtures cumulatively across the globe during the international break.

Radu Dragusin was expected to be part of a six-player first-team group that would train at Hotspur Way, with the Romanian still recovering from his ACL injury.

Dragusin’s agent has said that the centre-back will be back in action in around a month, as he has been advised by doctors not to play for eight months after his ACL injury.

Tottenham defender Radu Dragusin has linked up with the Romanian squad

Last week, it emerged that Tottenham convinced Romania not to call up Dragusin for the upcoming international break, even though the national team wanted to have the 23-year-old in their squad.

The North London club did not want to take any risks with the defender’s recovery, and their request was respected, with the former Genoa man left out of the squad for their upcoming clashes against Moldova and Austria.

However, it turns out that the Tottenham Hotspur man has linked up with the Romania squad even though he has not been picked to play.

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On the Romanian national team’s Instagram account, there is a picture showing Dragusin doing gym work, with the caption: “The Dragon is back! Nearly returning from the long-term injury he suffered, Radu Dragusin came to Mogosoaia to encourage his colleagues and for a workout in the gym.”

When will Dragusin return to full training at Spurs?

Dragusin has been pictured with the Tottenham team in some training drills over recent weeks, but he is not back in full training just yet.

Football.London report that the crux of the defender’s rehabilitation has now been completed, and the medical staff are taking things slowly as they want to avoid any potential setback.

The outlet adds that Dragusin will now step up his recovery and will return to full training within the next few weeks.

Tottenham supporters are buzzing after news broke of a £100 million investment into the club, with fans already drawing up dream signings ahead of the January transfer window.

Tottenham Hotspur’s majority owners, ENIC, are finally showing some ambition following the injection of £100 million, which is expected to be made available to Vinai Venkatesham and his technical staff.

Spurs had their first major taste of success on the pitch last season since 2008 when they lifted the Europa League trophy in Bilbao, Spain, a triumph that has sparked a new wave of optimism across the club.

Tottenham are now looking to double down on that success, and with the January transfer window set to open in a few months, fans are already getting excited about what could come next.

Tottenham fans draw up list of dream signings after £100 million boost

Tottenham fans have now begun to draw up a shortlist of players they want to see the club sign in the coming months.

A £100 million investment represents a significant injection of funds and could help Spurs bring in several high-quality players, especially as transfer fees are often paid in instalments spread across financial years.

Supporters have wasted no time in naming their preferred targets. One fan said: “£100m + Richarlison for Mbappe.” Another added: “Semenyo and a proper midfielder, I am talking a level or two above Bentancur or Palhinha.”

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One more commented: “Semenyo, Wharton, Ederson.” Another said: “Semenyo, Wharton, Kane,” while others called for a wide player: “One LW like Leao or Semenyo.” Another fan mentioned: “Desire Doue.”

Other names mentioned by Tottenham fans included Alex Scott, Julian Alvarez, Victor Osimhen, Rodrygo, and Ademola Lookman.

Tottenham fans link Semenyo and Kane to Spurs rebuild

Spurs have been linked with both Harry Kane and Antoine Semenyo in recent weeks, and their addition would undoubtedly elevate the levels at the club.

Semenyo is a top-class winger, and off the left, he has already managed to grab more goals than any of Tottenham’s current options in that position.

Wilson Odobert is yet to score this season, Mathys Tel has managed one goal with his strike coming from a central role, Brennan Johnson has scored three, while Xavi Simons is yet to find the net.

Semenyo, on the other hand, has scored six league goals and provided three assists.