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Tottenham Hotspur are in a fight for survival in the Premier League, but at least there is some good news concerning their upcoming matches.

Igor Tudor has arrived on the scene at Tottenham Hotspur in a bid to alter the club’s fortunes between now and the end of the season.

Spurs currently sit 16th in the Premier League table, just five points from safety and with a North London derby to fulfil this Sunday, things are not about to get any easier.

However, Tottenham are not the only team with tough fixtures on the horizon, with their relegation rivals also facing obstacles which must be overcome.

Spurs are in a better position than Nottingham Forest and West Ham

Spurs are above Nottingham Forest and West Ham in the Premier League. Better still, they have an easier set of games for the rest of the season, according to the Premier League Fixture Difficulty Ratings.

The FDR ranks fixtures from easiest to hardest and West Ham have been given a score of 3.08, indicating they have the most difficult run for what remains of the campaign.

Nottingham Forest’s schedule is slightly more favourable, as their FDR average over the next 12 matches stands at 3.00.

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It is Tottenham and Leeds who have the ultimate advanatage though, with both teams obtaining 2.83 averages. The two sides are even more likely to stay up, considering they are 16th and 15th respectively in the league table.

Tottenham still have some tough Premier League fixtures

Although the FDR calculation claims Tottenham have things easier than their rivals, this does not mean staying up will be straightforward. Tudor’s men are taking on the league leaders next, and trips to Anfield and Stamford Bridge are notoriously difficult for Spurs.

It is also worth pointing out that Tottenham have suffered some poor results against teams lower down in the top flight. The FDR considers clashes with Forest and Wolves to be among their easiest fixtures, but Spurs were unable to get the better of these two opponents during their meetings earlier in the season.

Ultimately, there is no room for complacency, and Tottenham must bring their A game every week in order to ensure survival and restore a bit of pride.

Tottenham Hotspur are set to battle their north London rivals Arsenal in the summer transfer window over a deal for Leon Goretzka.

Reports in recent months have linked Tottenham Hotspur with a move for Bayern Munich’s Leon Goretzka.

Goretzka was a target for Spurs during the winter transfer window, but their efforts to secure a deal for the midfielder failed, allowing him to remain put.

However, the summer window is set to open another opportunity for clubs to pick up the German international, who is set to become a free agent.

Tottenham and Arsenal battle for Leon Goretzka free transfer

Bild are now reporting that Tottenham Hotspur are still very much in the mix to sign Leon Goretzka in the summer as a free agent.

However, Arsenal, who were also keen on the Bayern Munich man in the winter window, remain firmly in contention.

The two north London sides will have to battle it out for the Bayern Munich star, although Atletico Madrid also remain in the mix.

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That, however, should not be a problem for both Arsenal and Spurs, as it is claimed that Goretzka is keen on moving to the Premier League.

The free agent market is certainly a place where Tottenham can shop, given the players set to be available.

Andy Robertson is also one whose contract is set to expire this summer, and Tottenham showed interest in him during the winter window.

Should Liverpool not extend Robertson’s stay at Anfield, then Spurs could also sign him on a free as they look to bolster their depth at the back.

Juventus are eyeing a move for Tottenham full-back Destiny Udogie, but a move is dependent on a £34.8m exit.

Tottenham Hotspur currently have several players on the treatment table as injuries continue to ravage their first-team squad.

In fact, as many as 12 players could be unavailable to Tottenham as they gear up for the north London derby under new head coach Igor Tudor.

Destiny Udogie is one such player who could miss out, having become one of the latest to pick up a knock and is set to be sidelined with a hamstring problem.

Tottenham full-back Destiny Udogie targeted as Juventus eye £34.8m deal

Udogie’s injury is not expected to keep him out for the rest of the season, but instead for a couple of weeks before he returns to action.

With the summer window not too far off, Calciomercato IT are now reporting that Udogie is on the radar of Serie A side Juventus.

The 23-year-old Tottenham full-back has been described as a possible replacement for Andrea Cambiaso, whose future in Turin remains uncertain.

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Cambiaso’s form has not been exactly the best in the past few months, with the full-back putting in a couple of disappointing performances.

Spurs will demand a significant fee for Udogie

Juventus are also understood to be open to selling Cambiaso, who is believed to have multiple admirers in Italy and abroad.

If he is to depart from the Old Lady, a fee of around £34.8m is what the Serie A side are looking to demand from potential suitors.

It is only then that they will, however, pursue a move for Udogie, who has been described as the ‘chosen one’ by the Old Lady, who sees him as a difference maker for the present and the future.

However, landing the Spurs full-back will be far from straightforward, with his current contract in London expiring in the summer of 2030 and, with him being 23, Tottenham will demand a significant fee.

Igor Tudor could look to make instant changes at Tottenham Hotspur, and one of the club’s former players has outlined exactly what to expect from the new manager.

The players at Tottenham Hotspur have enjoyed a few days off, but now it is time to get back to business and prepare for Sunday’s North London derby.

Spurs will have a new manager in hotseat, with Igor Tudor stepping in to take charge for the remainder of the season.

Plenty has already been said about the Croatian’s style and man management, and one of his former players at Udinese has offered another take based on his own personal experience.

William Troost-Ekong spills the tea on Igor Tudor for Tottenham

William Troost-Ekong used to play for Tottenham at academy level, and he has revealed the style of play and system his old coach will look to implement.

According to the defender, Tudor is the right man for the job because he has overcome the type of situation that he faces now, on previous occasions.

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Troost-Ekong told talkSPORT: “We had him [Tudor] two times at Udinese. He’s a manager that likes to play 3-5-2 or a variation of it from what my experience was.

“Attacking football, high back line, tries to press high, can be quite direct. He’s definitely a personality so if they need someone to shake up the place and get everyone going, then he’s definitely the right person for it.

“The north London derby is probably the perfect game to start. He’s definitely someone who’s not intimidated by anything like that.

“A big personality and he’s going to get everyone trying to run through a brick wall. I think that’s probably been my experience with him.”

Troost-Ekong has seen Tudor improve a team for the better after arriving mid-season and he believes the manager can do so again by changing Tottenham’s tactics.

“My time with him, he was very focused on instilling the confidence back in the team. He came in at two moments when we weren’t doing too well,” he continued.

“I think for Spurs at this moment in time he’ll work a lot with the back line. There was a lot of tactical work that we did. Maybe if they’re going to switch it up now to a 3-5-2, that would probably be the first thing.

“I think also the high pressing and maybe more exciting football. I think the stadium probably needs something to get them out of their seats again. He’s definitely the person for that.

“You’ll probably see a lot of goals but there could be some conceded as well, because you play with quite a high risk in the high line.

“That will probably be his biggest difference I would say, and try and get everyone to run forward as much as they can really.”

Tudor’s lack of Premier League experience is not a problem

It is clear that Troost-Ekong thinks very highly of Tudor, although he has acknowledged that the ex-Serie A coach will face a new challenge in the Premier League.

However, the 32-year-old is confident Tudor has what it takes to succeed at Spurs, as he has done well in various jobs across Europe.

He added: “I think it probably is a factor but to a certain extent, he’s also had some great jobs. Whether it’s managing Galatasaray, Juventus, and Marseille.

“And as a player he’s very experienced as well, so I think that part probably wouldn’t be that he’s out of his depth completely, but it’s a big change.

“The Premier League is a very scrutinised league, a lot to talk about, always, so that part might be slightly different.

“Maybe working with a big group of talented players, but I wouldn’t think that will be too dissimilar to his job at Juventus before.”

Tottenham Hotspur are battling three of the biggest clubs in Europe for an exciting winger, who is quickly developing a reputation as one of the best across the continent.

The January window promised so much and delivered so little from a Tottenham perspective, with Conor Gallagher and Souza being the only two first-team additions for the club.

It was reported at the start of the window that Spurs were determined to spend big on a winger, but much to the frustration of the fans, the club failed to strengthen their attack.

One would thus expect a wide player to be a priority for the Lilywhites in the summer, and one RB Leipzig star continues to be heavily linked with a move to N17.

Barcelona ready to challenge Tottenham and others for Yan Diomande

Over recent weeks, reports have continued to suggest that Spurs will try to complete a deal for Yan Diomande, who is also thought to be on the radar of other Premier League giants.

Now, a new report in Fichajes has revealed that Barcelona have joined the race for the winger and are ready to compete with Tottenham, Liverpool and Man United for his signature.

The outlet claims that the Lilywhites view the 19-year-old as a possible heir to Heung-min Son, but Barca also sees him as the ‘perfect fit’ for the left-wing role.

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The Catalan club believe Diomande is the ideal profile for Hansi Flick’s system, and they have already held private meetings with the player’s representatives.

Clear frontrunners have emerged in Diomande race

Fichajes also back up what we have heard from other sources over the last month by stating that Liverpool appear to be at the front of the queue for the Leipzig star.

However, Barca are hoping that the allure of Flick’s project can entice Diomande and have already ‘laid the groundwork for a deal’, which is expected to face both financial and bureaucratic hurdles.

The report adds that Leipzig’s asking price remains the biggest hurdle for the Catalan club to try and seal a deal for the pacy wide-man.

Tottenham Hotspur are battling several of their rivals for a young midfielder who has been likened to Arsenal star Declan Rice.

Tottenham’s inability to progress the ball from back to front was one of the major issues under Thomas Frank.

That perhaps explains why Spurs are reportedly ready to spend big on a midfield playmaker in the summer, with their squad looking in need of major surgery.

It has emerged over recent weeks that Tottenham have scouted a 20-year-old Serbian midfield sensation, but the Lilywhites have now discovered that they will face plenty of competition for his services.

Tottenham battling three rivals for Aleksandar Stankovic

The player in question is Aleksandar Stankovic, son of Inter Milan legend Dejan, who has been turning a lot of heads with his performances for Club Brugge this season.

The 20-year-old deep-lying playmaker has taken his game to a new level since joining the Belgian side from Inter last summer, and it has now been revealed that Tottenham Hotspur could battle Chelsea, Arsenal and Man United for his services.

A senior recruitment figure has told TEAMtalk about Stankovic: “Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs and United have been regular visitors to see Stankovic. He is a real class act. Not dissimilar to a young Declan Rice – that’s the comparison for me. You can see he’s inherited his class from his father. This kid is a major talent.”

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Inter Milan will have a big say on Stankovic’s future

TEAMtalk reveal that the youngster is keeping an open mind about his long-term future amidst the interest in his services.

However, Inter will have a major say on where the player ends up, with the Serie A giants having two back clauses for Stankovic in the summers of 2026 and 2027.

Sources close to the midfielder suggest that while he would relish the chance to return to the San Siro one day, he is also increasingly aware of the growing admiration from England.

One Tottenham star’s future at the North London club has been thrown into major doubt due to Thomas Frank’s exit.

While Frank may not have got the number of players he wanted through the door in his short Spurs stint, he did have the chance to make some touches to the squad in the last two transfer windows.

Many of the players who arrived through the door, such as Conor Gallagher in January, appear very well suited to his system, and the Dane’s exit might thus not be good news for those players.

It has emerged that another Spurs midfielder who was signed last summer is potentially facing a nervous wait regarding his long-term future at the club.

Tottenham are no longer certain to sign Joao Palhinha permanently.

TEAMtalk say Joao Palhinha’s future has been plunged into uncertainty following the former Brentford boss’s exit.

Spurs signed the 30-year-old on loan from Bayern Munich last summer and have the option to sign Palhinha permanently for £22m this summer.

It is revealed that Frank was the driving force behind Tottenham’s decision to sign Palhinha, and the midfielder’s best opportunity of making a permanent switch to N17 hinged on the 52-year-old remaining at the club.

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The managerial change at Spurs has ‘complicated the picture’ for the Portugal international, whose purchase clause is no longer guaranteed to be triggered at the end of the season.

Spurs’ London rivals may swoop for Palhinha

TEAMtalk say that that while the experienced midfielder remains contracted to Bayern, he is unlikely to be reintegrated into Vincent Kompany’s squad.

If Tottenham choose against activating the purchase option, Palhinha may thus move elsewhere in the summer.

There are two Champions League fixtures that Tottenham Hotspur fans will keep a close eye on this week as they await to learn their round of 16 opponents.

Spurs finished fourth in the league phase of the Champions League and sealed direct qualification to the round of 16 stage.

As a result of finishing in the top four, Tottenham will be playing the second leg of their round of 16 and quarterfinal ties at home.

Spurs know they will play one of Juventus, Atletico Madrid, Galatasaray, or Club Brugge in the next round, which is why two fixtures will be of particular interest to the Lilywhites over the coming days.

Tottenham fans hoping for Champions League upsets this week for easier R16 draw

Galatasaray hosts Juventus at the Rams Park tomorrow for the first leg of the round of 16 playoff on Tuesday.

The Turkish giants, who are a formidable side at home, will be hoping to take an advantage into the second leg at the Allianz Stadium next week.

On Wednesday evening, Club Brugge will host Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their playoff tie at the Jan Breydel Stadium in Brussels.

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With the winner of one of those two ties set to face Spurs in the next round, the Premier League side will hope that the two minnows can pull off an upset at home in the first leg and give themselves a shot at knocking out the Serie A and La Liga giants.

When will Spurs learn their round of 16 opponents?

The draw for the round of 16 stage will take place on Friday, 27 February, after all of the playoff ties are concluded next week.

The two Round of 16 ties will be played on March 10-11 and 17-18, which means that the Lilywhites still have almost a month to prepare.

AC Milan have named their price as Tottenham Hotspur continue to track Christian Pulisic ahead of the summer transfer window.

Plans for the summer window are already beginning to take shape for Tottenham Hotspur, who need to bolster their squad.

We reported earlier in the week that Christian Pulisic is one such player who is currently on the radar of Spurs as they aim to strengthen their attack.

Such links are rather interesting given that Mauricio Pochettino has also been linked with a return to Tottenham. Poch is currently Pulisic’s national manager for the men’s USA team, and it remains to be seen whether that is a pure coincidence.

Tottenham target Christian Pulisic as AC Milan set asking price

CaughtOffSide has now revealed how much AC Milan are willing to accept in the summer window if they are to sell Pulisic.

According to their report, the Serie A club is open to listening to offers in the £60-70 million range for the 27-year-old American winger.

Milan themselves are preparing for a major squad overhaul at the end of the season, and it is claimed that the £60-70 million figure is one that could provide Milan with both financial flexibility and balance as they reshape the team.

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Spurs face Premier League competition for Pulisic

Spurs, however, are not alone in their pursuit of the former Chelsea man, with Arsenal and Manchester United also in the mix.

The wide forward, often deployed as a second striker this season, has impressed, managing ten goals in Serie A this season.

However, the player’s injury concern could be a worrying sign for Spurs, who themselves struggle to keep players fit during the course of a season.

A former Tottenham Hotspur official has revealed that Spurs are fans of an English midfielder, but a deal may not be easy to complete in the summer.

The Spurs midfield still looks in need of reinforcements, and that is an area that the Lilywhites may prioritise strengthening in the summer.

Reports indicate that Adam Wharton has emerged as Tottenham’s dream midfield target, but the Lilywhites are not the favourites to land the Crystal Palace star.

It has now emerged that the North Londoners are turning their attention to a 26-year-old midfielder who is impressing in the Premier League this season after returning from his injury layoff.

Tottenham eyeing move for Everton’s Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall

Spurs have been long-time admirers of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who was first linked with a move to N17 back in 2024 when he was at Leicester City.

After struggling to make an impact at Stamford Bridge last season, the midfielder joined Everton last summer and has now established himself as a key player in David Moyes’ midfield.

It has now been revealed by former Tottenham scout Mick Brown that the Lilywhites could reignite their interest in the midfielder.

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Brown told Football Insider about Dewsbury-Hall: “Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has done an outstanding job at Everton. He was a player I liked when I first saw him play, and I’m not surprised he’s been a success under David Moyes because he brings something new to that team.

“They’ve got a lot of solid and reliable players, but he’s got this ability to run and drive with the ball which not many others in that team have got.

It takes the pressure off the rest of the team and gives them something else going forward.

“So that’s why the interest is there, Tottenham have been looking at him, for example. They want that type of player and feel he would fit the profile if he was available, the problem is I don’t think he’s going to be available.”

Everton expected to reject any Spurs offer for Dewsbury-Hall

The former Leicester man has scored five times and provided four assists in 19 Premier League outings this term for the Toffees.

Brown believes that Everton will not be receptive to any offers for the 26-year-old when the transfer window reopens in the summer.

The former Spurs scout added: “Dewsbury-Hall is such an important player for Everton, especially if they’re going to lose Jack Grealish, and it would take a lot for them to let him go.

“I don’t think it’s something they’re going to consider because they’re not in a position where they might have to sell, it’s not like they’re in relegation trouble. They’ll be doing everything in their power to keep him at the club.”