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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.

Journalist Ben Jacobs has shed light on what the £100m cash injection into Tottenham will be used for and why ENIC have decided to pump money into the club.

Since the Lewis family seized control of the club by getting rid of Daniel Levy as chairman, they have certainly made some big statements of intent.

Tottenham’s owners have repeatedly reiterated that they want to usher in a new era of on-pitch success and that they are committed to doing whatever it takes to achieve that.

We finally saw the first signs of their commitment earlier today, with Spurs confirming that their owners had injected equity of £100m into the club.

What will the £100m be used for at Tottenham?

This development will certainly excite Tottenham Hotspur fans, who will be hoping that the £100m will be added to Thomas Frank’s transfer kitty in January.

However, journalist Ben Jacobs has now explained that the money will not entirely be put to use for transfers, but is a move towards making the club financially stronger, more sustainable and strengthening its balance sheet.

He confirmed that some of the money will be used to strengthen the Spurs squad, but more broadly, it is an expression of ENIC’s commitment to the club and a sign that they are not looking to sell the asset.

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Why this move represents a monumental shift in ENIC’s modus operandi

For a long time, Tottenham have been run in a self-sustaining model, with the owners showing no interest in investing their funds into the club.

Many Spurs fans will be aware that until today, ENIC had invested only £122.1m into Tottenham since buying the club in 2001, which has prevented the Lilywhites from pushing on and competing consistently for major honours.

Tottenham supporters are calling for a major statement signing following a fresh £100 million investment into the club, with many urging the board to bring in one player in particular.

It does feel like the start of a new era at Tottenham Hotspur, with changes taking place both on and off the pitch at N17.

Daniel Levy has since departed as chairman, and his exit did spark a wave of interest from potential suitors in the club, but Tottenham have maintained its stance that the club is not for sale.

ENIC have now gone on to make a statement of intent ahead of the January transfer window by investing £100 million into Tottenham Hotspur.

Spurs fans call for £100m investment to be spent on transfer target Antoine Semenyo

The club’s ownership has long been criticised for ignoring matters on the pitch, and with a fresh cash injection, the first since 2022, it does appear to be a step in the right direction.

Spurs fans have not held back since hearing the latest report, with many now calling for the money to be spent on one big-name player.

Reacting to the news, one fan said: “BRING HIM!” alongside a picture of Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo. Another added: “Wire it straight to Bournemouth please lads, Semenyo and Kudus is unplayable.”

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A third supporter claimed: “Where most of that needs to go on,” also posting an image of Semenyo, while another fan urged: “Kane and Semenyo, get it done!” before another concluded: “Time to get Semenyo.”

Spurs were linked with Antoine Semenyo in the just-concluded summer window but opted against signing him as they deemed Bournemouth’s demands of £70 million excessive.

Semenyo later put pen to paper, extending his contract with Bournemouth until 2030, which marked the end of any further transfer speculation.

Of course, with the Ghana international now ripping up the Premier League, having scored six goals in the league while grabbing three assists, his market value is set to only increase.

The Lewis family have just injected £100m of equity into Tottenham Hotspur, and according to a new report, this is just the start.

ENIC have rejected three expressions of interest in buying Tottenham over the last month, making it clear that the club is not for sale.

The Lewis family have maintained that they want to lead Tottenham to on-pitch success in this new era, but some Spurs fans have understandably been sceptical about those claims.

After all, until today, ENIC had invested only £122.1m into Tottenham since buying the club in 2001. That has now changed with the big development today, and it appears that more funds may be on their way.

The Lewis family are prepared to do more for Tottenham after £100m injection

This morning, the Tottenham owners finally walked the talk, with Spurs confirming that their owners had injected equity of £100m into the club.

The club made it clear that the cash injection was intended to support CEO Vinai Venkatesham and the club’s technical staff to deliver the club’s ambitions.

Even more excitingly, it has now been claimed by a source close to the Lewis family that this might just be the start of money coming into the North London club.

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More funds are expected to be made available in due course by Tottenham’s majority owners as they strive to make the club more successful.

A sourse close to the Lewis family told Football.London: “This is initial additional funding. As the club’s management decides what’s needed to deliver success, more money will be available. The Lewis family is committed to backing the club to be successful.”

ENIC have silenced critics after recent controversial deal

Last month, Tottenham raised £90m through a receivables financing deal with Macquarie Group Ltd.

As a part of the deal, Spurs agreed to give Macquarie Group income from their future broadcasting rights in exchange for a lump sum of cash upfront.

Some football finance experts questioned why Tottenham would borrow and take on the interest if the Lewis family were ready to inject equity into the club.

Those concerns have been answered for now, with the club’s majority owners showing they are ready to put their money where their mouth is.

Tottenham are looking to build on their push for long-term success both on and off the pitch, as the club has confirmed a fresh capital boost that marks their first substantial backing in over two years.

The focus at Tottenham Hotspur remains on building and sustaining success on the pitch, and the club has taken several steps in recent months to push further in that direction.

A shake-up at board level saw Daniel Levy depart after 24 years as chairman, a spell that delivered two pieces of silverware, the League Cup in 2008 and the Europa League last season.

Regardless, ENIC continues to hold a majority stake in Tottenham and has shown little sign of loosening its grip, having rejected several takeover attempts in recent months.

A few days ago, Tottenham confirmed that they unequivocally rejected an informal expression of interest from Earick’s consortium, who were rumoured to have been considering a record £4.5 billion takeover attempt.

Tottenham confirm £100m capital injection from ENIC

The club’s stance remains firm that it is not for sale, and reports have claimed that the Lewis family are instead looking to invest further in the club, with a seven-figure sum being discussed.

Tottenham Hotspur have now confirmed that an initial £100m capital injection has been made into the club – the first since 2022, when £150m was invested.

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Speaking on the new development, Tottenham’s Non-Executive Chairman, Peter Charrington, highlighted the importance of maintaining stability and supporting the club’s long-term ambitions.

He stated via the club’s official website: “As I stated a few weeks ago, our focus is on stability and empowering the management team to deliver on the Club’s ambitions. I know the Lewis family are also ambitious for the future.

“Today’s capital commitment reflects that ambition and I would like to thank them for their ongoing support. We will continue to do all we can to ensure that Vinai and his team are supported in the best way possible to take this Club forward.”

Spurs’ position remains strong as future plans take shape

Tottenham have noted that the equity injection will further strengthen the club’s financial position and provide its leadership team with additional resources to continue driving long-term sporting success.

Spurs spent over £150m on new signings during the summer window and, with Spurs already among the most financially stable in the Premier League, this latest injection only reinforces that strength.

Now, the focus must shift towards translating that stability into ambition in the transfer market, with the backing now in place to push Tottenham’s next phase of growth.

Tottenham fans may still have doubts about Guglielmo Vicario, but the numbers suggest he is performing far better than many realise.

Tottenham Hotspur can be pleased with their start to life under Thomas Frank this season, as they sit in third place in the Premier League table, with only Arsenal and Liverpool ahead of them.

Fans have at times been left frustrated by some displays, but in a transition season, it is not always going to be plain sailing.

Spurs finally got back to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over Leeds United after consecutive draws in the league, ending a run of failing to win before international breaks that stretched back to 2023.

Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario ranks among league’s best despite criticism

While that was a welcome boost, an all-too-familiar sight of Guglielmo Vicario making an error that proved costly was still on display.

But one stat shows that the Tottenham shotstopper is second only to Arsenal’s David Raya in one key metric.

The Italian parried Brenden Aaronson’s strike into the path of Noah Okafor, who struck home to bring Leeds level, and many Spurs fans have seen enough, calling for Vicario to be dropped against Aston Villa.

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However, a key stat from Fbref shows that Vicario has an 82.8% save percentage, which is only behind Arsenal’s David Raya (83.3%), making him one of the best-performing goalkeepers in the league so far.

Underlying numbers highlight Vicario’s inconsistency problem

Vicario has had to make 24 saves already this season, averaging 3.4 per game, which ranks as the fourth-highest of any goalkeeper.

However, Spurs have a goals conceded figure of 8.8, showing that they are not allowing many high-quality scoring chances, placing them 14th in the league in that regard.

Most of the errors Vicario has made this season have come from shots he should have dealt with comfortably.

Ayari beat him from range with a low xG effort that he should have saved. Against Wolves, he failed to parry the ball far enough, and against Leeds it was the same story.

The minor details could prove costly in big moments, as these are what separate good goalkeepers from world-class ones, and while Vicario produces top saves in matches, his inconsistency remains a concern.

Jamie Donley had an excellent season at Leyton Orient, but the Tottenham starlet has not been given the chance to replicate his performances at Stoke City.

There was a lot of excitement about Jamie Donley after his spell at Leyton Orient last season. Tottenham Hotspur’s London neighbours were just one game away from winning promotion to the Championship, but fell short against Charlton Athletic.

With injuries to James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski, it was thought that Donley might remain at Spurs to fight for his place under Thomas Frank.

However, the attacking midfielder was loaned out to Stoke City along with Ashely Phillips, but the move has not gone to plan.

Tottenham’s Jamie Donley has not been given a chance at Stoke City

Donley started both of Stoke’s Carabao Cup matches, but he is yet to be named in the team’s starting lineup in the Championship.

In fact, Donley’s has only spent 49 minutes on the pitch in total in the league. He was finally brought off the bench during Stoke’s 1-1 draw with Blackburn last weekend after six consecutive games as an unused substitute.

This is despite the fact Donley got an assist in his very first game at the Potters when he came on with 16 minutes left to play against Derby County.

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Tottenham should recall Donley from his loan move

Stoke may be flying high in the Championship, but there is no point keeping Donley there when he is not playing. It is actually possible that he would have been given more minutes so far this season had he stayed at Tottenham.

Will Lankshear is selected to start every time Oxford United play so perhaps Donley needs a January loan move to a team lower in the table. There is simply no point keeping him at the Bet365 Stadium if he is going to sit on the sidelines every weekend.