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Tottenham Hotspur may be set to re-enter the race to land Eberechi Eze after James Maddison’s injury, with the Lilywhites potentially set to go toe-to-toe with Arsenal for the Crystal Palace star.

Spurs fans will be aware that, at the start of the summer transfer window, Tottenham had been installed as the favourites to land Eze.

However, the speculation linking the 27-year-old with a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has died down over the last month.

Instead, it is Arsenal who have made advances towards Eze over recent weeks, but it turns out that the door may have been opened for the Lilywhites to try again for the England international.

Crystal Palace are encouraging Tottenham to bid for Eberechi Eze

GiveMeSport have now revealed that the Eagles are encouraging Tottenham to battle Arsenal for the playmaker, with the South London club keen to get a bidding war going for their star man.

The outlet confirms that the Gunners have been ‘strongly interested’ in Eze for much of the summer, but they are currently prioritising player sales.

This has opened the door for Tottenham to swoop in, with the club keen to bolster their options in the number ten role after James Maddison’s ACL injury.

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In fact, it is alleged that Thomas Frank has already given the green light for the Palace star to be brought through the door, thus raising the possibility of a potential bidding war between the two North London giants.

How much would Eze cost Spurs this summer?

GiveMeSport say that Eze’s release clause, which stood at £68m with add-ons, has already expired, which means that Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal would have to strike a deal with the Eagles for the player.

However, the report claims that Oliver Glasner’s men are willing to sell the former QPR man for a similar fee as long as certain conditions are met.

The publication adds that Tottenham have been slow to substantiate their interest and have not formally contacted Palace over a deal for Eze, with Frank’s men being ‘very thorough in exploring all potential market opportunities’.

One Tottenham academy graduate believes that Daniel Levy is the best chairman across the Premier League by far, given how much the North London club has grown in stature during his tenure.

Levy’s record at Spurs has been the subject of much debate in the media over the last week following the 63-year-old’s in-depth interview with Gary Neville.

During the interview, the Tottenham supremo admitted that the construction of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is his biggest achievement during his time at the club.

Levy insisted that he might get his due credit once he leaves Spurs, pointing out that many Premier League clubs are now trying to copy the Lilywhites on their stadium.

Andros Townsend says Tottenham are a ‘big six’ club because of Daniel Levy

Townsend agrees with the Spurs chairman’s assessment, insisting that it is only due to his foresight that Tottenham are now considered part of the ‘big six’.

The former Tottenham winger praised Daniel Levy for transforming the club from a mid-table side to one that can dine among the elite clubs across Europe due to their financial success.

The 34-year-old told talkSPORT: “I’ve said it before, and I’m not afraid to say it. I’ll get some stick, but I think he’s the best chairman in the Premier League by far. Where he’s taking Spurs from to where they are today, it’s chalk and cheese.

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“I remember 10 years ago, Spurs were a mid-table club playing in front of 25,000, not generating enough funds to be able to compete at the top level.

“Brand new training ground, brand new stadium, and now season in, season out they’re competing at the top level, they’re in the Champions League, they won the Europa League, and they’re considered a big six side, whereas before Spurs, it was the big four.

“And now, Spurs have broken into that, not because of their achievements on the pitch, but [because] what Daniel Levy has created, the brand he’s created off the pitch.”

Levy admits he is hurt by Spurs fan protests

While Daniel Levy’s achievements on the business side cannot be disputed, his critics will point to the fact that Tottenham have only won two trophies during his tenure.

In his interview on The Overlap, Levy insisted that his ambition has always been to win trophies and that he hurts as much as anyone when the results are poor.

The Tottenham chairman also admitted that he was hurt by the protests targeted against him last season, but added that he understood the fans’ pain.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with Bilal El Khannouss and Harvey Elliott but they are more interested in one than the other this summer.

After James Maddison was ruled out for much of the season with an ACL injury, it has been widely reported that signing a number ten has become a priority for Spurs.

A whole host of attacking midfielders have been mooted as targets for Tottenham over recent weeks, and it is unclear at the moment who the Lilywhites’ top target is.

Among those are Leicester City’s Bilal El Khannouss and Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott, but it has now been revealed that Spurs have decided against pursuing one of the two.

Spurs will not press ahead with a move for Harvey Elliott

This update comes from The Times, who say that Tottenham Hotspur held talks over a deal for Elliott, but they have decided not to pursue the 22-year-old following those initial conversations.

However, the outlet says that El Khannouss is still very much being monitored by the North London club as they remain keen to add ‘depth and quality’ in the final third.

GiveMeSport relay this report from The Times and add that the Leicester man’s versatility appeals to Tottenham, who see the 21-year-old as someone who can offer plenty of options for Thomas Frank in attack.

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Tottenham will face competition for Bilal El Khannouss

A deal for the Moroccan international will not be straightforward for Spurs to complete, with the player having no shortage of admirers in the Premier League.

It was revealed just a few days ago by The Mirror that Aston Villa, Sunderland and Leeds United are ready to challenge Tottenham for El Khannouss.

The same update also revealed that RB Leipzig are now the frontrunners to sign Elliott and are currently holding negotiations with Liverpool over the England Under-21 international.

Fabio Paratici has negotiated a deal to offload a Tottenham attacker to a Serie A side, but all parties are still waiting on one factor to make the move official.

While Spurs fans are keen to see more signings arrive through the door, another disappointing aspect of Tottenham’s performance so far this summer is their inability to offload players who are surplus to requirements for Thomas Frank.

One of those is Bryan Gil, who confirmed as far back as April that he will be leaving Tottenham, and finally, almost four months on, there appears to be some movement on the winger’s future.

It emerged a few days ago that Bologna are locked in talks with Tottenham over a deal for Gil, and there has now been a significant update on the Serie A club’s pursuit of the Spurs man.

Bologna have an agreement in place to sign Bryan Gil from Tottenham

This update comes from the print edition of Corriere dello Sport (as relayed by Sport Witness), who say that Bologna now have a draft agreement ‘in hand’ over the signing of Gil.

The report reveals that the Italian side negotiated the deal with Fabio Paratici, with the 24-year-old expected to join on an initial loan deal.

The loan will include an option to buy next summer, which will become an obligation if certain conditions are met.

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Bologna are now working on agreeing on personal terms with the Spain international, but his wage demands of just over €2m (£1.7m) per season are proving expensive for the club.

Bolonga are assessing Gil’s fitness

Corriere say that an official from the Serie A side is currently in London to assess Gil’s recovery from his knee injury.

The Tottenham Hotspur man will be monitored closely by Bologna over the next few days before they make a final decision on the deal.

Gabby Agbonlahor has urged Jack Grealish to join Tottenham Hotspur this summer and has explained why the Man City star may be the perfect fit for the number ten role at N17, even though he has not played there much recently.

Reports indicate that Tottenham launched an enquiry for Jack Grealish immediately after James Maddison suffered a serious injury against Newcastle a week ago.

This is not the first time the Lilywhites have shown an interest in the Man City star, with Spurs also holding extensive talks with Grealish’s representatives about a move in January.

According to several sources, Grealish is open to a move to Tottenham this summer after Pep Guardiola made it clear to the 29-year-old that he is surplus to requirements.

Gabby Agbonlahor reveals why Jack Grealish may be perfect Tottenham

Not all Spurs fans are convinced that signing Grealish would be the right move, partly because the England international has played almost exclusively as a winger at the Etihad Stadium.

However, Agbonlahor explained that his former teammate was a number ten when he came through the ranks at Aston Villa and pointed out that he has delivered some of his best performances centrally.

The pundit told talkSPORT about Grealish: “When he came through the academy at Villa and into the first team, he wasn’t off the left. He came through as a number 10 – go and play where you like, go and get on the ball. So comfortable with his back to goal, first touch, awareness around him – that number 10’s built for him.

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“Obviously, his time with Dean Smith – off the left, especially in the Premier League when Barkley came in and maybe played in that central role – then Man City’s played him off the left and England as well. But one of the last games he played for his country was against Ireland away – Lee Carsley played him in that number 10 position.

“He was probably the best player on the pitch. He was twisting defenders up, he was running the length of the pitch with the ball, creating chances. Got a goal in that game – I’m sure he did as well.”

Agbonlahor tells Grealish to choose Spurs

Some reports had indicated previously that Napoli were the frontrunners to land Grealish this summer, with Antonio Conte keen on taking the player to the Serie A.

However, Agbonlahor believes that Tottenham Hotspur would be the right next step for the Man City star, backing him to thrive at N17.

The former Aston Villa striker added: “I would go to Spurs (if I were Grealish). I think staying in the Premier League, even though I do like players who try different leagues.

Dele Alli’s attempts to get his career back on track have suffered another setback, with the former Tottenham star searching for a new club again.

The attacking midfielder continues to be a huge fan favourite at Spurs, with Dele Alli chant still being heard at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on occasions.

The Tottenham Hotspur faithful have been rooting for the 29-year-old to rediscover his mojo, but it appears that he will not be doing that at Como, who he joined on a free transfer in January.

The England international got sent off in his only appearance for the Serie A club last season, and according to reports, that will remain the only time he will put on a Como shirt.

Tottenham icon Dele Alli will leave Como this summer

The Athletic have now revealed that Dele will leave Como with immediate effect, just six months on from signing for the club, who are managed by Cesc Fabregas.

The former Tottenham man signed an 18-month contract with the Serie A side, but the parties have now agreed mutually to terminate it.

It was previously reported in Italy that Dele may consider hanging up his boots, but The Athletic deny that claim, insisting that the midfielder has no plans of retiring anytime soon.

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What will Dele’s next step be?

What Dele needs right now is to find happiness playing football again, and he will want to go to an environment where he can express himself on the pitch.

Perhaps a move to Major League Soccer, where his former Spurs teammates, Hugo Lloris and Heung-min Son play, might appeal to the midfielder.

Dele may even consider dropping down to the Championship or League One temporarily in order to rediscover his confidence and swagger.

Spurs fans will love the admission that Harry Kane has made about Tottenham Hotspur following their friendly against Bayern Munich on Thursday.

Tottenham were thrashed 4-0 at the Allianz Arena and failed to even lay a glove on their opponents, with Thomas Frank admitting that Spurs lacked energy against Bayern.

Predictably, it was Kane who opened the scoring for the home side, taking a brilliant touch to bring the ball down and stroking it into the far corner with his left foot.

The 32-year-old’s run, touch and finish reminded Spurs fans what they have been missing for the last two years since their academy graduate departed to Bavaria.

Harry Kane admits he always watches Tottenham games

There is a sense among the Tottenham Hotspur supporters that Harry Kane has been apathetic to the Lilywhites’ fortunes since he departed the club.

Some Spurs fans have expressed frustration that Kane never mentions Tottenham when discussing the best moments of his career.

However, the 32-year-old clarified after the friendly at the Allianz Arena on Thursday that he continues to keep an eye on his former side.

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When asked if he will be watching Tottenham during the upcoming season, the striker simply responded (via Chris Colwin’s YouTube channel): “Always!”

Kane pays tribute to Heung-min Son after his Spurs exit

Kane reminisced on the magical moments he shared with Heung-min Son after the South Korean departed N17.

The Bayern Munich man also wished his former striker partner the best in his next chapter at Los Angeles FC, and admitted that he was delighted to see him lift the Europa League trophy.

Journalist Graeme Bailey has explained Tottenham and Thomas Frank’s stance on Yoane Wissa as the Brentford striker edges closer to a move to Newcastle United.

Until late last month, a whole host of outlets had backed Tottenham to press ahead with a move for Wissa, but the Lilywhites do not appear to have substantiated their interest in the striker.

According to various sources, Wissa preferred to join Thomas Frank at Spurs over moving to Newcastle, but it is the Magpies who are now looking to secure the DR Congo international’s services.

It has even been claimed by GiveMeSport that Brentford are surprised that Tottenham have not made an offer for Wissa, who is now edging closer to a move to St James’ Park, according to Sky Sports.

Why Tottenham will not hijack Yoane Wissa’s move to Newcastle

Greame Bailey has now revealed that Spurs did hold talks with the Bees regarding the striker when Frank first arrived through the door.

The journalist explained that while the Danish coach was keen on reuniting with Wissa, Spurs did not want to pay £40m for a player who is 29 years of age and has just a year left on his contract.

Bailey told TBR Football: “Spurs did open talks with Yoane Wissa when Frank first came in. That was a player Frank specifically identified. But it looks like Wissa is nailed on for Newcastle now.

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“Frank made it clear from day one that he told Wissa exactly how he wanted to use him, centrally. I think Frank also understands the reality. Do you really pay £40 million for a 29-year-old with one year left on his deal? Tottenham are never going to do that.

“Newcastle look like they will, but there are other reasons behind that move. Wissa is basically the Callum Wilson replacement, that’s what this is really about. It’s not anything to do with Frank’s arrival at Spurs.”

A number nine does not appear to be a priority for Tottenham

Last month, Thomas Frank described Richarlison as a ‘good striker’ and hinted that he wants to keep the Brazilian at the club.

The speculation over the former Everton man’s future has now died down, which suggests that he will compete with Dominic Solanke for the number nine role this season.

Journalist Pete O’Rourke has talked up the chances of Harry Kane returning to Tottenham Hotspur in the future, while an update from Germany has shed light on the chances of the centre-forward leaving Bayern Munich this summer.

Kane reminded Tottenham Hotspur fans just what they have been missing over the last two years, with the striker scoring a brilliant goal to open the scoring for Bayern in their 4-0 demolition of the Lilywhites on Thursday.

It has been widely reported that Kane’s contract at Bayern has a release clause which will continue to drop with each transfer window.

The Telegraph suggested last week that the England captain could return to the Premier League next summer after the 2026 World Cup.

Tottenham backed to contest for Harry Kane’s signature

It is no secret that Tottenham added a first refusal clause when they sold Kane to Bayern, which potentially gives the Lilywhites an advantage over other suitors should the striker decide to leave Bavaria.

Journalist Pete O’Rourke believes that Daniel Levy could try to bring the Spurs legend back to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, given how popular the move would be among the club’s supporters.

When asked about Kane’s future, O’Rourke told Football Insider: “Obviously, if a player like Harry Kane is willing to come back to the Premier League, there will be clubs very much interested. The big question is which English club will be looking to bring him back to the Premier League?

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“Obviously, he’s the second-highest goalscorer in the Premier League behind Alan Shearer, so that might be in his mind to come back and break that record. He’s got a release clause which decreases the closer it gets to the end of his Bayern Munich contract.

“So he could be available from January for around £56million, which would be a bargain for Kane. The only negative is his age, he’s 32 now and will be 33 next season. Will any of the elite clubs be willing to go out and sign him?

“If Harry Kane does become available next summer, clubs will be interested. Tottenham have first refusal on the deal, so could bring Kane back. It’s part of the contract, Daniel Levy admitted it after Harry made the move to Bayern Munich.

“Basically, they can match any other club’s bid for Harry Kane, so if they’re willing to bring him back, they can do a deal, and it would be a popular one among their fans. Any move is a way away, there will be more talk about this from January onwards into next summer, but for now his focus is on Bayern Munich.”

Kane will not leave Bayern Munich this summer

Irrespective of what the future holds for Kane, the one thing all outlets seem to agree on is that the 32-year-old is not going anywhere this summer.

This has also been confirmed by Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, who claims to have spoken to sources close to the former Tottenham striker.

They allegedly informed Plettenberg: “Harry isn’t going anywhere — He will play for FC Bayern in the upcoming season.”

Even though Alfie Devine has signed a new contract at Tottenham before completing a loan move to Preston North End, Alasdair Gold has now revealed a key detail which suggests that the attacking midfielder may not be at Spurs for too long.

It was reported earlier this summer that Tottenham were open to selling Devine for £6m, and some sources even claimed a few days ago that Spurs were negotiating a loan deal for Devine with a permanent option.

On Friday, we received confirmation that Devine had joined Preston North End on a season-long loan, but Tottenham also shared another very interesting detail along with the announcement.

They revealed that the 21-year-old had extended his contract with Spurs before heading out to the Deepdale Stadium.

Preston have an option to buy Alfie Devine from Tottenham

The fact that the attacking midfielder had extended his contract would have led Spurs fans to believe that the youngster is part of the Lilywhites’ long-term plans.

However, Alasdair Gold has now revealed that despite Devine extending his contract with Tottenham Hotspur, the North London side have given Preston the option to make the deal permanent next summer.

The journalist did not reveal how much Preston’s permanent option is worth, but one would assume it would be around the £6m mark, which was previously reported as Tottenham’s valuation of the midfielder.

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A clear sign that Devine is not in Thomas Frank’s plans

Tottenham have clearly extended the midfielder’s contract to get a fee for him next summer in the event that Preston do not activate their option to buy.

That would suggest that Thomas Frank and his coaching staff have concluded that Devine is not first-team material.

That is a shame, as the 21-year-old looked destined for big things a few years ago, but has stagnated over the last two seasons.