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Liverpool are eyeing an astonishing deal for an extremely highly-rated Tottenham Hotspur youngster in January.

Tottenham Hotspur are not blessed with as many world-class players as they were a few years ago.

However, they have some outstanding young talents in their squad who are making major strides and have the potential to become world-class in the future.

One of those is Lucas Bergvall, who has been branded a future star in the Spurs midfield by some pundits, but he may complete a shock exit from North London in January.

Liverpool ready to make a big offer for Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall

According to a report in Fichajes, Liverpool are now ready to launch an offensive on the Spurs teenager in the upcoming transfer window.

The Merseyside club have noticed Bergvall’s enormous growth over the last 18 months and have set him as a priority target.

The Reds are looking to sign the best young players in a bid to gradually overhaul their squad, and Bergvall fits the bill for what they are looking for.

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It is alleged that Liverpool are willing to put a bid of €60m (£52m) on the table for the 19-year-old, and that they have already begun negotiations with Spurs, even though it is at a preliminary stage at the moment.

Big internal debate ongoing at Spurs about Bergvall

Fichajes say that Tottenham see Bergvall as ‘one of the pillars of the team’ in the future and have no intention of letting him go.

However, an offer worth £52m ‘complete changes the situation’ and forces the Lilywhites to reconsider their stance.

There is a ‘big internal debate’ at Tottenham over Bergvall, as cashing in on the midfielder could give the club greater flexibility to strengthen their squad in January.

Mali’s head coach has shed light on what the Tottenham Hotspur medical team have said about Yves Bissouma’s injury.

Bissouma is one of two Tottenham players currently at the African Cup of Nations, with Pape Sarr also linking up with the Mali squad for the competition.

The former Brighton man has been selected despite being injured and not having kicked a ball for the Lilywhites so far this term.

The 29-year-old played no part in Mali’s tournament opener as the West African nation played out a 1-1 draw with Zambia.

Tottenham medical staff expect Yves Bissouma to be fit soon

Last week, Mali head coach Tom Saintfiet revealed that Tottenham are working closely with the Mali staff on Bissouma’s fitness, and that the North London club helped the player with his recovery leading up to the AFCON.

Saintfiet has now provided more information on his captain, revealing that the Spurs staff are confident that he will play a part in the ongoing tournament in Morocco.

The Mali boss said about Bissouma’s inclusion in the squad (via Pierrot Le Foot): “In many major tournaments, some players start with injuries and then become their team’s most dangerous players in the quarterfinals, semifinals, or final. Hakimi is also on Morocco’s roster, and there’s a reason for that, because he’s one of those great players who are important.

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“Yves is my captain; he’s important, he’s a leader of our team. But we didn’t make this decision alone. Our doctor is in contact with Tottenham’s medical staff.

“We have assurances that Yves will be ready during the tournament. When the matches get tougher, we’ll be glad to have him with us. We need a captain who’s present both mentally and physically.”

Does Bissouma have a future at Spurs?

Reports indicate that Tottenham have made up their mind to cash in on Bissouma in January, but the Lilywhites may not find it easy to do so.

Both West Ham and Everton have cooled their interest in the Spurs midfielder, which may be down to his injury issues and his participation in the AFCON.

It appears that Tottenham Hotspur may have been blindsided by the ongoing speculation regarding the future of their sporting director, Fabio Paratici.

Just two months after he was confirmed as the joint sporting director of Tottenham alongside Johan Lange, the Italian may now be on his way out the door.

A few days ago, it emerged that Fiorentina had approached Paratici about taking over as the club’s Head of Football.

It has subsequently been claimed that Paratici is edging closer to leaving Spurs for Fiorentina, with the Serie A club confident of getting their man.

Fabio Paratici did not inform Tottenham about Fiorentina’s approach

A report in FirenzeViola claims that the Premier League club have been ‘surprised’ by the reports regarding Paratici’s proposed move to La Viola.

It is revealed that Tottenham only heard about the Italian club’s approach to their director via media reports.

It is claimed that as of Sunday night, the 53-year-old had not informed the North London club about any approach or any chances of a potential exit.

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In fact, the outlet states that Tottenham are still waiting to be contacted by the Serie A club or by Paratici, with his exit requiring the English club to terminate his two-year contract.

Would Spurs block Paratici’s potential exit?

Given that Tottenham only employed Paratici two months ago, they may feel aggrieved if the Italian decides to jump ship so soon.

However, if the former Juventus director expresses an intention to leave, it appears unlikely that Spurs would block an exit.

The North London club have little to gain by hanging on to a sporting director who is not fully convinced about his role, but there is no doubt that a Paratici exit at this stage will leave Vinai Venkatesham with egg on his face.

Tottenham Hotspur have increased their spending in transfer windows over the years, but quantity at times has been too highly prioritised.

Tottenham Hotspur have long been known as one of the ‘big six’ in the Premier League, but their league positions in recent years have failed to reflect this acknowledgement.

Spurs recorded their worst ever league finish last season and the current campaign looks to be heading in a similar direction, after a string of poor results since the beginning of November.

Thomas Frank has quite rightly received criticism for his side’s terrible performances. However, he is working with an attacking line of players who fail to score and create chances at the level they should.

Spurs need to spend big on individual players in order to compete

Recent years have seen Spurs splash more money in transfer fees, but the club are still yet to spend more than £65m on an individual player.

Bringing in players at the cost of around £60m has not been too effective, with the likes of Dominic Solanke and Tanguy Ndombele failing to perform as their expected levels.

Of course, a £100m+ player might still struggle, as seen at Liverpool this season with Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz. However, spending huge transfer fees is how some of the Premier League’s best teams have acquired their greatest talents.

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Morgan Rogers would be the ideal marquee signing for Tottenham

Tottenham failed to sign Morgan Rogers last summer and eventually a deal was agreed to bring Xavi Simons to North London instead.

The Dutchman has had a shaky start to life in England, most recently seeing red for a clumsy challenge in the 2-1 defeat against Liverpool. Rogers on the other hand has seven goals and three assists in the Premier League and his recent winner against Manchester United was a thing of beauty.

This is the kind of player Spurs should aspire to sign and doing so would require a sizable investment. It is time for Tottenham to catch up with the rest of English football’s big hitters and land themselves a signing who could make a real difference to the team’s fortunes.

Despite one senior man’s inconsistencies this season, Tottenham Hotspur are changing their stance on him in light of his purple patch over the last month.

Over the last couple of months, we have seen several reports suggest that Spurs want to add a centre-forward to their squad in January.

That is understandable, given that Dominic Solanke is yet to start a match this season due to injury, while Randal Kolo Muani has not set the world alight in a Spurs shirt.

Mathys Tel is still at the start of his career, and the jury is out on whether the Frenchman is ready to lead the line for a Premier League side with European aspirations.

Tottenham could completely change their stance on Richarlison

It has been suggested that Richarlison could be the one to make way for a new striker in January, even though the Brazilian is the club’s top scorer this season with eight strikes across all competitions.

However, Dean Jones has now suggested that Tottenham are now leaning towards turning down any offers for the former Everton man, and they are even considering offering him a new contract.

The journalist told TEAMtalk: “Tottenham might double down on a stance of not letting Richarlison leave in January, by offering the forward an extended contract.

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“Spurs are expecting interest in the Brazilian striker ahead of the January transfer window, with both Everton and Fulham believed to be among clubs monitoring his situation.

“Richarlison began Saturday’s match against Liverpool on the subs bench but made a significant impact after being introduced, scoring and almost inspiring a comeback.

“The club are on the lookout for new attacking edge but have also considered blocking any departure in January for him. At the moment, we understand they see no benefit in letting him leave on loan.

“And a sale would depend on the level of bidding and whether they can sufficiently upgrade him in the squad in the next month. If Spurs do decide to keep him on, sources suggest that Tottenham may even look to additionally lengthen his contract.

“Richarlison’s current deal runs until 2027, and any new proposal would be designed to protect his value while also giving the club additional time to assess the future. It comes at a time when Tottenham face a test of patience over boss Thomas Frank, but the club are trying to remain positive.”

Why selling Richarlison in January will not make sense for Spurs

One can understand if Tottenham feel that the 28-year-old is not good enough to be their starting number nine over the long term.

Many may feel that, at best, Richarlison may be a decent backup or a squad player.

However, given the issues Spurs have upfront, it would make little sense for them to handicap themselves even further by letting go of their top goalscorer.

The club may revisit Richarlison’s future at the end of the season, and handing him a new deal may be the best way to protect his value.

Former Tottenham Hotspur scout Mick Brown has revealed whether he expects Brennan Johnson to still be at Spurs at the end of the January transfer window.

It has been widely reported over the past week that Spurs are increasingly tempted to cash in on Johnson, who has started just six Premier League matches since Frank arrived through the door.

Crystal Palace are thought to be leading the race for Johnson, with Oliver Glasner’s men identifying the 24-year-old as the right fit for their forward line.

However, they are not the only side interested, with four other English sides also allegedly exploring moves for the Spurs winger.

Former Tottenham official weighs in on club’s Brennan Johnson stance

Mick Brown is confident that the Wales international is not in the North London club’s long-term plans.

The former Spurs scout is convinced that the 24-year-old will be sold if a decent offer arrives at Tottenham’s table in January.

When asked what he expects to happen with Johnson, Brown told Football Insider: “I’m expecting him to leave Tottenham in January.

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“He isn’t part of the manager’s long-term plans, and if they get an offer that works for them financially, it would make sense to move him on.

“I don’t see what he offers to Tottenham at the moment. I don’t think he’s good enough to make any real impact, and that’s why there are question marks about him.”

Mick Brown sends a warning to clubs interested in Johnson

Some sources indicate that Spurs are willing to sell Johnson for just £35m, despite paying £47.5m to sign him from Forest two and a half years ago.

However, even at that price, Brown is not convinced the winger is a worthwhile investment, questioning if he is good enough to play either as a wide player or a striker.

The former Spurs and Sunderland scout added about Johnson: “If I was one of the teams looking at him, I’d have a few concerns as well, because it hasn’t ever really clicked for him at Tottenham.

“They’ll need to know the reasons behind that, maybe the way they play doesn’t suit him, but even under Postecoglou, he didn’t look majorly impressive.

“I don’t think he’s particularly good on the ball for a winger, and I’m not sure he’s effective enough going forward to be a striker, and I think Tottenham share those concerns.

“But it does seem there is interest in him, so from Spurs’ point of view, I think they’ll want to move him on permanently and make some money from selling him.”

Tottenham Hotspur have one area where a new signing is desperately needed when the transfer window reopens.

The January transfer window is almost upon us, and that means Tottenham Hotspur have the chance to make improvements to their squad.

This is clearly necessary, with Spurs sitting 13th in the Premier League and losing matches more often than not.

It would not be surprising if Tottenham add to their midfield next month, but there is an even greater need which has seen Thomas Frank restructure his starting lineup.

Tottenham need a left winger

Few Spurs fans were complaining after the conclusion of the summer transfer window, but there were still feelings of disappointment that the club were unable to secure a left-sided winger.

Fast forward a few months, and the need in this area is so significant that Frank has cut the position entirely from his setup. Instead of the 4-2-3-1 formation, Spurs are lining up in a 4-2-2-2 shape, which makes them lopsided and unimaginative.

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Mathys Tel has only been used as a striker this season, Wilson Odobert still has a lot to learn, and Brennan Johnson has failed to inspire Tottenham when he has played. The need for a new left winger is not just desirable – it is urgent.

Spurs must keep their options realistic

Tottenham have stopped pursuing Antoine Semenyo because the Bournemouth forward is more interested in a move up north. Clearly, Spurs are not in a good enough position to pull off this type of transfer.

The January window only lasts a month, so the club must act hastily to fill the void in the Tottenham first-team squad.

This means targeting players who are likely to accept a move to North London, even if certain sections of the fanbase brand this as a lack of ambition.

Former Tottenham midfielder Sandro has waded into the debate regarding the greatest individual performers in Premier League history, suggesting that a current Mo Salah still has work to do before he can be considered on the same level as Spurs’ Gareth Bale.

Tottenham Hotspur have seen several elite players take to the pitch in North London in recent years, with the club consistently producing or hosting some of the most recognisable names in world football.

During the previous campaign, one such legend in Heung-min Son moved on to join LAFC as he began to slowly edge towards the conclusion of a remarkable top-level playing career.

Harry Kane is another notable figure who progressed through the ranks at Spurs to eventually become the greatest goalscorer in the history of the club, establishing himself as one of the most lethal finishers the Premier League era has ever seen.

Before the emergence of the prolific partnership between Kane and Son, Tottenham Hotspur also boasted the talents of Luka Modric and Gareth Bale, both of whom were superstars in North London and beyond.

Sandro explains why Mo Salah has not surpassed Gareth Bale

The Premier League has played host to a multitude of world-class talents throughout its history, and Mohamed Salah certainly falls into that category after his performances for Liverpool.

Last season, the Egyptian forward almost single-handedly dragged the side under Arne Slot to a league title, further cementing his status as one of the most productive attackers in the modern game.

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However, former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro believes that the Liverpool man has still not reached the heights achieved by Gareth Bale during his peak years in England.

Speaking to Boyle Sports about the impact of the Welshman, the Brazilian explained that while Mohamed Salah is exceptional, he does not believe the winger has overtaken the standard set by Gareth Bale for the best individual season in the history of the competition.

Sandro told Boyle Sports: “Did Mohamed Salah overtake Gareth Bale for best season in Premier League history last season? No. Sorry, Salah.

“I’m so proud that I was on the same pitch as Gareth Bale and Luka Modric too. That squad we had. I enjoyed it so much but especially with Bale. Bale smashed everyone.

“Whether we were having a good game, a bad game, we knew, everyone in the squad knew, just pass to Bale. If we were in a good moment we passed to Bale and said Bale, do your trick!

“If we were in a bad moment we passed to Bale. Bale, do your trick! It was similar for Liverpool last year with Salah but I would say that Bale had more to his game, more running, and taking the ball from very deep, and he had a free kick on him.”

How Spurs’ Bale and Mo Salah compares

Sandro is correct in his assessment that Gareth Bale was perhaps the more complete all-round player, possessing the physical and technical attributes to virtually do everything on a football pitch.

The Welshman was versatile enough to excel as a full-back, a wide forward, and a traditional wide midfielder, maintaining a world-class level of performance in each of those distinct roles.

Mohamed Salah does, however, have the incredible statistics to back up his consistent performances for Liverpool over the years.

The attacker currently ranks third in the all-time Premier League scoring charts and is now just five goals away from overtaking Harry Kane to move into second place, which is a testament to his remarkable longevity in the top flight.

However, despite the prolific nature of the Liverpool forward, Gareth Bale holds a significant advantage in terms of silverware, having secured multiple Champions League titles during his career.

Most notably, he won one of those trophies directly against the Liverpool side of Mohamed Salah, scoring a stunning overhead kick in the process to settle the tie in favour of his team.

A former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder has backed the verdict of Luka Modric regarding the managerial standing of a former boss.

The managerial situation at Tottenham Hotspur is something that often comes into question, particularly given the high volume of managers to have held office in North London over recent years.

Under former chairman Daniel Levy, Spurs hired and sacked 15 different managers, including a couple of high-profile names who arrived at the club with significant reputations.

While Mauricio Pochettino is widely regarded as one of the most successful managers of the modern Tottenham generation, other established figures such as Antonio Conte and Jose Mourinho have also graced the Spurs dugout.

However, one former Tottenham midfielder has now opened up on who he considers to be the best manager he played for during his time with the club.

Sandro says Harry Redknapp is one of the greatest managers at Tottenham

Sandro has spoken to Boyle Sports about the managerial qualities of Harry Redknapp, aligning himself with comments previously made by Tottenham legend Luka Modric.

He explained that Redknapp was a master of man-management who knew exactly how to handle a dressing room, alternating between a firm approach and a friendly demeanour to get the best out of his squad.

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Speaking about the former Spurs boss, Sandro told Boyle Sports: “Harry is exactly as Modric said, one of the greatest managers. Harry was always so comfortable in the dressing room and with managing the players.

“Sometimes he will shout at you but another time he will be so warm and friendly and he just knew the way to talk with the players. We will fight sometimes but after it will be OK and I think he managed that team very, very well.”

The Brazilian then placed Redknapp alongside some of the biggest names he has worked with throughout his career at both club and international level.

He added: “Harry is in the top three managers of my career. I had De Zerbi who was the coach at Brighton and I had Tite at the national team in the Brazil national team.

“He was the one that bought me in from the academy and put me into the team. But it was not just Harry. He had good guys around him as well. Kevin Bond, Joe Jordan and Clive Allen. He built a good team around himself.”

Spurs must return to the expressive style used by Harry Redknapp

Sandro also believes that modern football has become overly reliant on rigid systems and expressed a desire to see more managers who encourage players to play with freedom.

The Tottenham icon suggested that the game would benefit from moving away from restrictive tactical rules that prevent individuals from truly expressing their natural talent on the pitch.

Speaking on the need for more creative freedom in the modern game, Sandro continued: “I will say that Harry was one of the best to play guys and just tell them to go out and express themselves, and I think we need more of that type of manager today.

“I think football is changing. I do not like the managers who set too many rules on the pitch. Football is not about all these systems saying no you cannot cross this line or you must be here or there.

“You should enjoy it, express yourself. Be safe in some areas but just play football! I think we need to bring back the Number 10s. It will make it more beautiful again.”

A new report has shed light on Brennan Johnson’s stance on swapping Tottenham Hotspur for Crystal Palace in the January transfer window.

It has been widely reported over recent days that Crystal Palace are eyeing a January deal for Johnson, who has found starts hard to come by under Thomas Frank at Spurs this term.

Although as many as five Premier League clubs want the Tottenham winger, one clear front-runner is emerging.

The Eagles are the club with the most advanced interest in Johnson, and it has now been revealed what the 24-year-old is thinking about a move to South London.

Brennan Johnson is ready to swap Tottenham for Crystal Palace

TEAMtalk say that Palace are now growing ‘increasingly optimistic’ about landing the former Nottingham Forest man in January.

It is revealed that agreeing on personal terms with Johnson will not be a problem for the South London club, with the player willing to make the move.

Oliver Glasner has identified the Spurs man as the ‘ideal addition’ for his forward line, with the Austrian coach wanting a versatile attacker with pace to burn.

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The report says that staying in London is ‘an attractive factor’ for Johnson, who is eager to get consistent minutes under his belt ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which Wales can qualify for through the playoffs.

What is Spurs’ stance on selling Johnson?

TEAMtalk say that Tottenham are open to sanctioning the 24-year-old’s departure next month, either on loan or permanently.

This is because Thomas Frank wants to reshape his attacking options and add reinforcements to his forward line.

It is suggested that the Lilywhites want to recoup a significant portion of their outlay on Johnson, and that a fee in the region of £30m-£40m may be accepted depending on the structure of the agreement.