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A Tottenham midfielder has completed a loan move to Preston North End, but he did something before leaving which suggests that he is very much in the North London club’s long-term plans.

Last month, Alasdair Gold predicted that it would be a make-or-break season for Alfie Devine at Tottenham, and one can understand why the journalist made that claim.

The attacking midfielder made his senior debut for Spurs back in January of 2021 and became the club’s youngest ever goalscorer, aged 16 years and five months, when he found the back of the net in his debut in the FA Cup.

However, he has failed to kick on as expected since then, and Devine had a mixed loan spell at Westerlo last season, with the 21-year-old being overshadowed by fellow Spurs youngster Luka Vuskovic.

Alfie Devine signs new Tottenham contract before sealing loan

It emerged earlier this week that Preston North End were in talks with Tottenham over a loan deal for Devine with an option to buy.

Spurs have now confirmed that the club’s academy graduate has indeed moved to Preston, but there is no mention of any option or obligation to buy thus far.

Additionally, the Lilywhites confirmed that Devine put pen to paper on a new contract in North London before heading out on loan to Deepdale Stadium.

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This will not be the youngster’s first taste of Championship football, with the midfielder spending the second half of the 2023-24 season at Plymouth Argyle.

A vote of confidence from Thomas Frank in Devine

There was no shortage of loan interest in the youngster, with Millwall also reportedly expressing an interest in a permanent deal for Devine.

Additionally, some sources revealed that several Eridivise clubs also showed interest in signing Devine this summer. Tottenham would have thus cashed in on the youngster if they felt he was not a first-team prospect.

Amidst reports linking Rafael Leao with a move to Tottenham, journalist Ben Jacobs has now revealed what AC Milan’s stance is on the forward.

Thomas Frank hinted that Tottenham want to add to their forward line this summer, and one would imagine that it has become an even bigger priority for the Lilywhites following the exit of Heung-min Son from Spurs.

It has been alleged by some sources that Tottenham want to replace Son with a marquee forward this summer, and one man on the North London club’s radar is a player who scored eight goals and 10 assists in Serie A last season.

It was reported a few days ago that Fabio Paratici may look to bring Rafael Leao to Spurs, with the Italian said to have an excellent relationship wth the Rossoneri hierarchy.

Journalist Ben Jacobs has now said on The Last Word on Spurs podcast that Spurs have indeed enquired about the Portuguese star’s availability.

He reveals that Leao is in ‘love’ with the Rossoneri and is certainly not clamouring to leave the club.

However, Jacobs offers Tottenham Hotspur fans some hope by saying that Milan are open to cashing in on their star man this summer.

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After failing to qualify for Europe, Massimiliano Allegri’s men are willing to sell Leao this summer to fund moves for their transfer targets.

Who are the other forwards on Tottenham’s radar?

It has been widely reported by several Spanish publications that Tottenham are plotting an audacious move for Real Madrid star Rodrygo.

Over recent days, a number of outlets have also claimed that Spurs are ready to pounce on Randal Kolo Munai should the Frenchman’s move to Juventus fall through.

Tottenham Hotspur have seemingly not given up hope of landing Randal Kolo Muani, with a new report shedding light on the Lilywhites’ chances of bringing the Frenchman through the door as his move to Juventus stalls.

Last week, it was reported by The Times that Tottenham had reignited their interest in Kolo Muani after failing to persuade him to come to N17 in January.

According to reports, PSG want €50m (£43.3m) for Kolo Muani, whose permanent move to Juventus has hit a roadblock over the Old Lady’s unwillingness to pay the full fee.

On Tuesday, TuttoSport claimed that Kolo Muani had rejected Tottenham’s advances, but a new update has suggested that a move to N17 is still very much on the cards for the 26-year-old.

Tottenham at the front of the queue for Randal Kolo Muani if Juventus move fails

This update comes from TBR Football, who have confirmed that a move to Turin remains the striker’s priority this summer.

However, the outlet suggests that the forward’s proposed move to the Allianz Stadium now ‘hangs in the balance’ as the Serie A giants have not been able to agree a deal with PSG.

It is claimed that Spurs are at the front of the queue to land Kolo Muani should his move to Juventus not go through.

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The North London club are ready to offer a starring role for the striker at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and are continuing to be informed about his situation.

Spurs have identified two Kolo Muani alternatives

TBR Football name two other forwards who have been heavily linked with a move to Spurs over recent weeks as potential alternatives for Kolo Muani: Alejandro Garnacho and Rodrygo Goes.

The outlet says that Garnacho is keen on remaining in the Premier League, with Spurs thus emerging as a potential destination for the Man United man this summer.

The report also asserts that Tottenham would be prepared to make Rodrygo their highest-paid player to attract the Real Madrid man to North London.

Heung-min Son was not short of suitors across Europe, with a host of Champions League clubs wanting to sign the Tottenham legend, but a new report has shed light on why he ultimately chose to move to the United States.

Heung-min Son has officially left Tottenham Hotspur, leaving a trail of tears all the way from Hotspur Way to the airport as he posted multiple emotional goodbye videos online.

His departure represents the end of an era at Tottenham Hotspur, and the fact that the forward has chosen against moving to another European club adds to his legacy at Spurs, with Son going down as one of the biggest legends in the club’s history.

It has now emerged that the 33-year-old certainly was not short of options across the continent as he contemplated his next destination.

Champions League clubs wanted to sign Heung-min Son from Tottenham

Football Asian have now claimed that before the one-year extension in Son’s contract was activated in January, Barcelona had informed him of their desire to sign him as a free agent this summer.

The Catalan club viewed him as both ‘a commercial and a sporting asset’ and were ready to part ways with Ansu Fati to make room for the Tottenham star.

However, the forward showed no interest in a move to Camp Nou and preferred to focus on having a strong end to the season with Spurs.

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The outlet reveals that this summer, Son attracted interest from the likes of Atletico Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, Napoli, and several Premier League sides, but most of them were not willing to pay a significant transfer fee or hand the player a lengthy contract.

Why Son chose to move to the United States with LAFC

Football Asian also confirm that several Saudi Pro League clubs were willing to offer Son an extremely lucrative package, but it is revealed that money was never really a key consideration for the Tottenham legend.

He prioritised preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in North America and had been contemplating a move to the United States for over a year.

Son felt that moving to the MLS would allow him to acclimate early to the host continent of the World Cup, and thus agreed to join LAFC.

Tottenham Hotspur can consider themselves lucky not to be 2-0 down to Bayern Munich and have Harry Kane to thank.

The former Tottenham striker put the German side ahead on 11 minutes and had the opportunity to double his tally following a foul by Joao Palhinha on Stansic, when the new signing mistimed his tackle.

Kane stepped up and slipped over, blazing the penalty over the bar. Similar to his effort from twelve yards against France for England in Qatar.

Tottenham will certainly need to up their performance in what is their last pre-season friendly before they face PSG in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday evening in Italy.

Kane left Spurs in August 2023 as their all-time top scorer with 280 goals in 435 appearances.

Spurs accepted that offer, with Kane having shown no willingness to sign an extension to his £200,000-a-week deal which had a year left to run in North London.

Harry Kane’s missed penalty vs Tottenham

Harry Kane won his first-ever trophy in his illustrious career by claiming the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich in the 2024/25 season, while Tottenham went on to win the Europa League.

As reports from Spain indicate that Tottenham Hotspur are now pressing ahead with a move for Rodrygo, Ben Jacobs has now revealed what his sources are saying about Spurs’ move for the Real Madrid star.

It first emerged last week that Fabio Paratici had touched base with Rodrygo’s camp over a move to N17.

A few days ago, AS reported that Tottenham are keen to replace Heung-min Son with Rodrygo, and alleged that the South Korean’s departure had made room in the club’s wage bill to sign the Brazilian.

Marca then went a step further and suggested that Tottenham have already made an opening offer for the Real Madrid star, who is open to leaving the Santiago Bernabeu.

Ben Jacobs denies Tottenham’s offer for Rodrygo

However, in his latest appearance on the Last Word on Spurs podcast, Ben Jacobs has now denied that the Lilywhites have submitted a bid to Real Madrid for the 24-year-old..

While the journalist confirmed that the winger is on Tottenham Hotspur’s wishlist, he also rubbished claims that the Brazil international has put in a transfer request.

However, he did confirm that Madrid are open to selling the pacy wide-man, asserting that it would take an offer of £70m to price the player away from the Spanish capital.

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Who are the other forwards on Tottenham’s radar?

While it is not clear if Spurs will push ahead with a move for Rodrygo, Thomas Frank has confirmed that Tottenham are still scouring the market for another forward.

It has been reported over recent days that Spurs are back in the race for Randal Kolo Muani, whose permanent switch to Juventus has now stalled.

Tottenham fans have been left heartbroken once again, as news of James Maddison’s fresh injury blow has sparked outrage and concern across the fanbase.

Tottenham Hotspur have been waiting on further updates concerning James Maddison’s fitness, following the setback he suffered against Newcastle United during the club’s recent pre-season tour of Asia.

Thomas Frank did not mince his words when speaking about the incident, describing it as brutal, given the English midfielder had only just recovered from his previous knee injury sustained back in May.

Now, Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that James Maddison has suffered an ACL injury and is expected to miss the majority of the new season – a massive blow to both player and club.

Tottenham fans react to James Maddison injury news

Tottenham fans have taken to social media in their numbers to express frustration and heartbreak following the confirmation that James Maddison’s knee injury will require surgery.

Many supporters believe this must now prompt urgent action in the transfer market, particularly in the attacking midfield position, with calls growing for a high-quality replacement to be signed immediately.

One fan wrote: “Surely we buy a high-quality starting CAM with Kulu not back and match fit for a while and Madders basically out for the season.. surely?”

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Another added: “Yeah, we are getting relegated.” A third commented: “So we needed an AM before this Maddison so we now need 2 AM’S. Over to you Levy @SpursOfficial.”

A fourth fan said: “Feel for Madders and sad how this just highlights the fact that we do not have any signings coming in when we so desperately need them.”

On the injury news, one supporter added: “We need a full-on James Maddison replacement then. Someone who can slot straight in at a high level and then evaluate Maddison’s level next season. Kulu can rotate with the new guy and get RW minutes. Gutted for him.”

Another supporter summed up the fear within the fanbase: “And now, UCL and SuperCup are not the problems. We need to do something not to be relegated. Seriously, Lange, what are you doing?”

Spurs fans grow frustrated with transfer silence

Tottenham fans have long been vocal about the need for further investment in the squad, particularly in midfield, where depth has been a growing concern.

After the club failed to land Morgan Gibbs-White earlier in the window, Spurs supporters flooded social media with their wishlist of attacking midfielders they believe the club should now prioritise.

Thomas Frank has named his starting eleven to take on Bayern Munich as Tottenham Hotspur begin a new era without club captain Heung-min Son.

Tottenham Hotspur are now set for their final pre-season fixture ahead of the start of the 2025/26 season, which kicks off for Thomas Frank’s side on Wednesday, August 13, with a tie against PSG.

A clash against Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena sees Tottenham take on the side of former striker Harry Kane for only the second time since his departure two summers ago.

Tottenham arrive in Germany off the back of a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United in South Korea and Frank will be hoping to sharpen his side’s rhythm ahead of his first competitive game in the UEFA Super Cup next week.

What is the Tottenham team vs Bayern Munich?

Today’s fixture marks the first match of the post-Heung-min Son era, after Tottenham announced Son’s departure to LAFC on Wednesday.

Thomas Frank has revealed that a replacement for Son could come from within the current Spurs squad.

The manager has now named his official line-up to take on Bayern Munich in the Telkom Cup this evening, as he looks to end his pre-season schedule on a positive note.

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This is the Tottenham team which faces Bayern Munich:

Tottenham Hotspur: Guglielmo Vicario; Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero (C), Micky Van de Ven, Djed Spence; Joao Palhinha, Rodrigo Bentancur; Mohammed Kudus, Pape Matar Sarr, Brennan Johnson; Richarlison.

Subs: Kinsky, Austin, Davies, Danso, Vuskovic, Gray, Bissouma, Bergvall, Odobert, Tel.

Harry Kane starts up front for Bayern, with Neuer, Upamecano, Tah, Kimmich, Goretzka, Coman, Diaz, Olise, Laimer, and Stanisic also starting.

Who do Tottenham play next?

Following this tie at the Allianz Arena, Tottenham Hotspur will swiftly shift focus to their UEFA Super Cup preparations, where they face Paris Saint-Germain in Udine, Italy, on Wednesday.

That match comes just three days before the start of the new domestic season, with Tottenham set to welcome Burnley to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in their Premier League opener.

Thomas Frank will be targeting a winning start to competitive life in charge, and with Spurs crowned Europa League champions against Manchester United just three months ago, they now stand on the brink of lifting a second European trophy in one summer.

After confirmation that James Maddison has suffered an ACL injury, Radu Dragusin has sent a touching message to the Tottenham attacking midfielder on social media.

The former Leicester man was in tears when he was stretchered off against Newcastle on Sunday, and it was evident from his reaction that this was no small injury.

His worst fears have been confirmed today when it emerged that Maddison will miss the majority of the 2025-26 season as he will need to undergo surgery on a ruptured ACL.

It comes as a devastating blow for the 28-year-old, who has only recently worked his way back from a knee injury, and the fact that it comes ahead of a World Cup year will be a hard pill for the Tottenham Hotspur star to swallow.

Radu Dragusin vows to support James Maddison through his Tottenham recovery

One man who knows what it takes, both physically and psychologically, to work his way back from an ACL injury is Dragusin.

The Romanian suffered an ACL tear due to an innocuous incident during Tottenham’s 3-0 win against Elfsborg back in January, appearing to land badly after going up for an aerial challenge.

The centre-back has now taken to Instagram stories to reveal that he will be with Maddison to support him through his recovery, just like the former Leicester man did during his ordeal over the last few months.

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The 23-year-old wrote: “Every step of the way with you, brother, just like you were with me.”

Dragusin is ahead of schedule in his recovery

The centre-back worked very hard once he suffered the injury blow, with Dragusin being spotted in the Hotspur Way gym two weeks after his surgery.

He was initially expected to be out for the entire calendar year, but reports now indicate that Dragusin is considerably ahead of schedule in his recovery.

Daniel Levy has now spoken publicly about the protests against him for the first time, with the Tottenham chairman admitting that he is hurt by the sentiments that some Spurs supporters have expressed against him.

There were multiple major protests by Spurs fans last season, with supporters marching in the thousands to raise their voice against Levy and the Tottenham ownership.

Their demand was for the current owners to leave the club, as they felt that they had not shown the required ambition to make Tottenham Hotspur successful.

The sentiment against the owners did not change even after Tottenham’s European success in May, with Levy being booed even when the Europa League trophy was paraded at the stadium.

Daniel Levy says he also finds Tottenham defeats just as painful

The Spurs chairman is often seen having a poker face when the camera pans him and does not tend to give too much away.

However, the 63-year-old has now admitted for the first time that he is hurt by the protests against him, insisting that he also feels the pain of the supporters when results are not positive.

When asked if the protests against him hurt, Levy said on The Overlap: “Of course it hurts. But their pain is also my pain. I want to win, and when we are not playing well and not winning, believe me, I suffer as well.”

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Levy’s interview is unlikely to have won over many

Daniel Levy deserves some credit for giving a long-form interview and for directly addressing the criticisms levelled at him by Tottenham fans.

While he came across as honest and direct, it is fair to say that the Spurs chairman does not have a particularly engaging personality, appearing a little cold and distant at times.

That is perhaps why he refrains from making too many public appearances. In reality, what he said is not going to change the minds of Levy’s harshest critics, who have already made up their minds about him and ENIC.