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Alasdair Gold has reacted to reports of Tottenham Hotspur pressing ahead with a move for Piero Hincapie, and has revealed what the North London club’s top priorities are in the final week of the transfer window.

Last week, Tottenham insider Paul O’Keefe revealed that Spurs want to sign a number ten, a winger and a centre-back before the window slams shut.

However, with time quickly running out, that now appears a hard ask for the Lilywhites, who might have to prioritise some of those positions over others.

This morning, Fabrizio Romano revealed that Tottenham had launched a loan offer for Piero Hincapie with an obligation to buy for £52m after the centre-back expressed a desire to leave Bayer Leverkusen.

Alasdair Gold says Piero Hincapie is not a priority for Tottenham

The news regarding Spurs’ offer for the Leverkusen star took some fans by surprise, given that the club have still not managed to strengthen their attack since missing out on some high-profile targets.

However, Alasdair Gold has now taken to social media to confirm that Tottenham are prioritising signing a number ten and a winger in the final week of the transfer window.

The journalist explains that Thomas Frank would also like to add a centre-back to his squad so that Luka Vuskovic can be loaned out, but he adds that Hincapie does not appear to be one of the options the North Londoners are looking at.

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Why Tottenham are unlikely to sign Piero Hincapie

According to various reports, Tottenham would have to pay a club-record fee to sign Savinho, who remains the Lilywhites’ top attacking target.

Meanwhile, it has also been claimed that Spurs are ready to spend big on Como’s Nico Paz, although a deal for the attacking midfielder appears difficult at this point.

It thus seems unlikely that Tottenham would have the funds to spend big on a centre-back. However, Spurs’ stance could change if they decide to prioritise a cheaper option for the number ten rule, such as Bilal El Khannouss.

After Tottenham Hotspur had an offer turned down by Como for Nico Paz, the Serie A club’s manager, Cesc Fabregas, has now revealed what he thinks about the attacking midfielder’s future.

Over the last few days, there has been a lot of speculation regarding which number ten Tottenham will turn to next after being snubbed by Eberechi Eze.

It has been claimed by some sources that Nico Paz has now shot to the top of Tottenham’s wishlist on the back of his outstanding debut season in Serie A last term, following his switch from Real Madrid in 2024.

It was revealed by Fabrizio Romano on Sunday night that Spurs had a €70m (£60.7m) offer rejected by Como for Paz.

The journalist revealed that the midfielder wants to stay at Como with a view to returning to Real Madrid in the future, as Los Blancos have a buy-back clause on the youngster.

Cesc Fabrigas asked about Tottenham’s move for Nico Paz

The Argentina international showed against Lazio on Sunday just why Tottenham Hotspur are willing to break the bank for him, registering a sublime goal and an assist as Como emerged 2-0 winners.

After the game, Fabregas insisted that he is not worried about losing his talisman, revealing that Paz wants to remain at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia.

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When asked if he is worried about losing the young attacking midfielder to Tottenham, Fabrigas said (via Fabrizio Romano): “I’m very calm and relaxed, Nico is very happy here at Como. He’s a top, top player.”

Why Spurs fans should not be ruling out Paz’s arrival

A number of sources have suggested that Paz is not too keen on a move to Tottenham this summer due to his desire to return to Real Madrid in the future.

However, clubs do not usually make offers for players without first talking to them and finding out if they are open to the move.

Tottenham fans have been left fuming after fresh reports around Piero Hincapie’s future suggest that Arsenal have now entered the race.

It was reported a few days ago that Tottenham Hotspur are still working on adding a few more signings before the transfer window closes, with a left-sided centre-back high on the list of priorities.

Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie has since emerged as a target for Tottenham, although initial reports indicated that the Ecuador international was not for sale this summer.

Spurs appeared to have been handed a huge boost in their pursuit of Hincapie, after claims emerged suggesting that the 23-year-old was open to leaving the Bundesliga side in the coming weeks.

Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano even reported that Tottenham had approached Bayer Leverkusen, tabling a loan proposal with an obligation to buy Hincapie this summer.

Tottenham fans react as Arsenal enter race for Piero Hincapie

However, those reports have now been dismissed, with journalist David Ornstein stating that Arsenal have also made a move for Hincapie.

Following Ornstein’s reports, Spurs supporters have been left frustrated by the latest twist, with many taking to social media to vent their anger at the situation.

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One fan said: “I hate Arsenal with everything I am.” Another added: “Getting embarrassing now.” One more wrote: “Tbh if he goes there then he has no ambition, he is not going to play any minutes.”

Another chimed in: “Arsenal straight up trolling us at this point.” Another Tottenham fan remarked: “They will come for Savio as well at this time.”

The reactions kept coming in, with a fan stating: “Agents use Spurs to get their players a move. In this case, it is probably to make Chelsea/Arsenal move.”

One fan said: “Would have been a top signing, especially with a long season ahead.” Another joked: “The loan player plus 18-year-old signings on deadline day will hit different.” Others turned their frustration towards Romano, with comments like: “Fabrizio should lose a tier.”

Arsenal already embarrassed Spurs over Eberechi Eze

Of course, Arsenal and Tottenham have already clashed in the market this summer, with the Eberechi Eze saga being the most recent example.

The Crystal Palace midfielder looked set to be joining Tottenham Hotspur, before Arsenal swooped in and wrapped up a deal for the 27-year-old.

It feels like a similar scenario once again with Hincapie, although journalist Alasdair Gold has since reported that the defender does not appear to be a realistic option for Tottenham at this stage.

After spectacularly stealing Eberechi Eze from under Tottenham’s noses, Arsenal are now trying to poach another one of their North London rivals’ top targets, just hours after the Lilywhites had launched an offer for the player.

Until the start of last week, it seemed as if Eze was bound for Tottenham, but the Gunners entered the race for Eze in the final moment and hijacked the deal, which left Daniel Levy and the Tottenham hierarchy embarrassed.

It turns out that Arsenal are now set to repeat the trick by stealing another player from Tottenham’s grasp.

It was reported this morning that Spurs made a loan offer for Piero Hincapie, with an obligation to buy for £52m after the centre-back expressed a desire to leave Bayer Leverkusen, but Mikel Arta’s men have now allegedly entered the race for the 23-year-old.

Piero Hincapie is prioritising Arsenal move over Tottenham

The Athletic’s David Ornstein has now revealed that Arsenal are working on a deal to sign Hincapie, who has allegedly been on the club’s radar for a long time.

The journalist says that the Ecuador international’s top preference is to move to the Emirates Stadium this summer.

He adds that Leverkusen are unwilling to let the 23-year-old go unless his €60m (£52m) release clause is activated, but the Gunners are making an attempt to lower the price to what they see as a more realistic market value.

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Spurs may still have Hincapie hope

However, Ornstein makes it clear that Arsenal’s move for Hincapie will be very much dependent on player sales, with Mikel Arteta’s men needing to get some players out of the door to fund a move for the Leverkusen star.

The club are hoping to cash in on Jakub Kiwior, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Fabio Vieira and Reiss Nelson so that they can push ahead with a move for Hincapie.

Tottenham Hotspur have launched a new offer to land Piero Hincapie after the centre-back decided that he wants to leave Bayer Leverkusen.

Until last week, it was reported that Spurs would find it difficult to land Hincapie as Bayer Leverkusen were not willing to let the centre-back leave.

However, the situation has changed drastically over the last 24 hours, with reports emerging on Sunday evening that Hincapie has decided to leave the Bay Arena if his €60m (£52m) release clause is met.

It looks like Tottenham Hotspur are wasting no time in pushing ahead with a move for the Ecuadorian after hearing that he is open to an exit.

Tottenham make an interesting offer for Piero Hincapie

Fabrizio Romano has now taken to social media to reveal that Spurs have approached Leverkusen with a new offer for the centre-back.

He reveals that Spurs have made an initial loan proposal for the 23-year-old with the obligation to buy for £52m next summer, which matches his release clause but delays the payment by 12 months.

The journalist does not say how this offer is expected to go down at the Bundesliga side, but he adds that Tottenham have already begun discussing personal terms with the defender.

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Why Hincapie will be a huge coup for Spurs

Tottenham are not short of centre-backs in their squad, but their first-choice centre-backs are both injury-prone, and Thomas Frank is no stranger to starting with three at the back.

That explains why Frank is reportedly keen on bringing another top-class centre-back through the door before the transfer deadline.

Tottenham Hotspur transfer target Piero Hincapie has just made a huge decision on his future at Bayer Leverkusen ahead of the final week of the transfer window.

According to reports, Tottenham want to add a number ten, a winger and a centre-back to their squad before the transfer window slams shut.

Various sources have reported over the past couple of weeks that Spurs have settled on Hincapie as their top centre-back target.

However, it seemed like a very difficult deal to complete, with Leverkusen having no intention of selling Hincapie, but there has been a huge twist in the transfer saga in the lead-up to the final days of the transfer window.

Piero Hincapie wants to leave Bayer Leverkusen

It has now been revealed by Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg that the Ecuadorian international has decided to leave Leverkusen before the end of the transfer window.

The journalist confirms that the release clause in Piero Hincapie’s contract at the Bay Arena stands at €60m (£52m).

While Leverkusen want to keep the centre-back, the 23-year-old has allegedly informed his club that he will be departing if a suitable offer arrives.

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This explains why some clubs leave their business until late

As Spurs fans, we all want to see deals done quickly, and it would be great if all of our top targets could be signed early in the transfer window.

However, simply as going out and signing whoever is available at the start of the summer may not be a prudent strategy.

Thomas Frank has been clear that he only wants players who would improve the Tottenham squad, and his top targets may not have been available early in the transfer window.

If Tottenham manage to get deals for Savinho and Hincapie over the line (who appear to have been their top targets for those two roles), the club’s decision to leave things late would have been justified.

However, the risk you run with this strategy is that you may run out of time before getting the signings through the door, which will be disastrous for Frank.

According to journalist Pete O’Rourke, Thomas Frank has taken a real liking to a senior Tottenham star and is counting on him to be part of his project in N17.

We have already seen two Tottenham Hotspur players being handed new contracts at the start of the Thomas Frank era.

Djed Spence has signed a new four-year contract, less than a year on from his last new deal, while new club captain Cristian Romero has also put pen to paper on an extension.

According to various reports, Rodrigo Bentancur is next in line to be handed a new deal at Spurs, with the Uruguayan now into the final year of his contract.

What Thomas Frank thinks of Rodrigo Bentancur at Tottenham

The Danish coach has started Bentancur alongside new signing Joao Palhinha against both PSG and Man City, while the former Juventus man came on as a substitute in the 3-0 win over Burnley.

Journalist Pete O’Rourke has revealed that Frank sees the 28-year-old as a central part of his project and predicted that the club will soon begin talks with the midfielder on a new long-term deal.

O’Rourke told Football Insider: “There will be plans in place for contract talks with Bentancur. Tottenham and Thomas Frank view the Uruguayan as a key part of their plans going forward – they’ve no intention to let the midfielder leave anytime soon.

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“He’s entered the last 12 months of his contract at Spurs, obviously raising a bit of speculation about his long-term future.

“He’s somebody Tottenham are counting on going forward, and there will be talks held at some point in the near future to try and thrash out his future. They’ve obviously tied down Cristian Romero and Djed Spence to new contracts, so Bentancur could be the next one in line.”

Bentancur transfer rumours rubbished

Benatancur has been linked with a move away from Tottenham this summer, which is understandable, given his contract situation.

However, some sources have rubbished claims that Bentancur could be sold this summer, with Spurs thought to be hopeful that the player will put pen to paper on a new deal.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reveals Tottenham have followed up on their failed efforts to sign Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze with a rejected £60m bid for another number 10 target.

It has been a disastrous window for Tottenham Hotspur when it comes to the number 10 position. First, Spurs failed in their pursuit of landing Gibbs-White despite triggering his release clause.

To make matters worse, James Maddison then picked up a shocking ACL injury in pre-season, leaving him on the treatment table for much of the 2025/26 season. Dejan Kulusevski is also expected to be out of action until 2026.

Tottenham finally looked to have turned a corner when they came inches from signing Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, only to have Arsenal hijack the deal at the last minute.

Now, Spurs have suffered yet another transfer setback, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Tottenham see £60m bid for Nico Paz rejected by Como

It was reported last week that Nico Paz has become Tottenham’s most achievable target in the number ten position. In fact, Gianluca Di Marzio revealed that Spurs had a bid of €40m (£34.6m) rejected for Paz, but were expected to return with another.

Fabrizio Romano now reports that Tottenham have done just that, sending a €70m (£60.7m) package to Como, only for the Serie A side to send it straight back.

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Unfortunately for Thomas Frank and Spurs, Paz has no desire to move to N17. That’s because Real Madrid have a buyback clause on their former youngster, and they intend to trigger it in the future. Los Blancos were even willing to match Tottenham’s bid in the case that Paz did greenlight the move.

As things stand, Madrid have a €10m buyback clause that can be triggered in 2026, but the Spanish giants will compensate Como in the future.

Romano wrote: “Tottenham bid worth €70m package for Nico Páz has been turned down tonight. Páz wants to stay at Como with view on Real Madrid future + Real were gonna match any proposal in any case. Real have €10m buy-back clause in 2026 but will compensate Como in future.”

Who else have Spurs been linked to in the number 10 role?

As we approach the final week of the summer transfer window, Tottenham appear no closer in their search for a new number 10 to fill the void in Thomas Frank’s squad.

Multiple reports have claimed that Tottenham are upping their efforts to sign Maghnes Akliouche following the failed pursuit of Eze.

AS Roma have turned their attention to a Tottenham Hotspur winger, who the Lilywhites are willing to sell, despite the player featured against both Burnley and Manchester City.

Thomas Frank has decided to start with a front three of Richarlison, Mohammed Kudus and Brennan Johnson in Tottenham’s first two Premier League fixtures.

In both matches, he has brought on Wilson Odobert, who has made a decent impact off the bench. The Frenchman missed a huge chunk of the 2024/25 campaign due to a hamstring injury and will be hoping to show Spurs fans what he can do this season.

According to Alasdair Gold, Thomas Frank has been impressed with Odobert so far, but a new report has now suggested that the winger could be on his way out of the club before the transfer window slams shut.

AS Roma eyeing late Wilson Odobert deal

According to the print edition of Corriere dello Sport, Roma had agreed a deal with Manchester United to sign Jadon Sancho, but the England international has not given his approval for the move.

This has forced the Serie A club to consider other options, and they have now turned their attention to the Tottenham winger.

The report suggests Roma believe that Odobert can improve their attack, and they have been informed by Spurs that the 20-year-old is available for €25m (£22m) this summer.

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The outlet claims that the Giallorossi could make a loan offer for the French Under-21 international with an option to buy, but it is not revealed if Tottenham would consider such an offer.

Tottenham are unlikely to consider selling Odobert

Thomas Frank has said that Tottenham’s aim is to compete in all four competitions, and for that, he needs a big squad to work with.

Even if the Lilywhites manage to bring a top-class winger through the door in the final week of the transfer window, it is unlikely that the club would consider cashing in on Odobert.

A new report has shed light on what Tottenham Hotspur think about their chances of landing Savinho amidst Manchester City’s reluctance to sell the winger.

There was an expectation among some that the negotiations between Man City and Tottenham for Savinho may speed up after the two sides meet in the Premier League, and there are now signs of that happening.

Fabrizio Romano revealed on Sunday morning that Spurs are willing to bid upwards of £60.6m for Savinho, who remains keen on a move to N17.

Romano backed Tottenham to ‘try until the end’ to land the Brazilian, but the reports coming out of the Etihad suggest that City are reluctant to let Savinho leave.

What Tottenham are thinking about Savinho deal

After already missing out on a couple of their high-profile targets this summer, Tottenham will be keen to get this deal over the line.

Journalist Graeme Bailey has now revealed that the deal will not be easy for Spurs to do, but insists that the Lilywhites believe that it is still possible.

Bailey told TBR Football: “I am told that Spurs are trying again for Savinho as they know the player wants to join them.

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“We have less than two weeks left, so this is not easy to do, but they are going to keep trying for a few days. Spurs think it is possible! We need to keep an eye on Rodrygo if Savinho goes to Tottenham. City are keeping tabs on that.”

Why Tottenham need to break the bank for Savinho

So far this summer, Spurs have failed to offer their new head coach the backing he needs, having missed out on both Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze.

Some sources have said that Thomas Frank is in love with Savinho and sees him as the perfect fit for his Tottenham set-up.

That is why Daniel Levy needs to do whatever it takes to get this deal over the line, even if it means paying over the odds for the 21-year-old.