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Tottenham Hotspur face an uphill battle to secure the services of Joao Palhinha as the midfielder’s stance over his Bayern Munich future has now come to light.

The Portuguese star struggled for regular game time at Bayern following his £47m move from Craven Cottage last summer, and he is now being linked with a swift return to London.

It was reported by TBR Football over the weekend that Tottenham had started fresh talks with Bayern Munich over Palhinha after exploring a move for the 30-year-old earlier in the summer.

Some sources have claimed that Spurs can land Palhinha for around £26m this summer, but a new update has suggested that the deal may not be as straightforward as it appears on paper.

Tottenham face an uphill battle to land Joao Palhinha

GiveMeSport have now said that Thomas Frank has identified the former Fulham man as the ideal number six for his Tottenham side, but the Lilywhites will not find it easy to get a deal for the midfielder over the line.

Frank’s men may struggle to secure the Portugal international even if they are able to strike a deal with Bayern. This is because the midfielder does not want to leave the Allianz Arena despite his struggles to get into Vincent Kompany’s side last season.

Palhinha is willing to fight for his place at Bayern and has not given any indications that he is keen for a new challenge away from Bavaria.

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He remains desperate to convince Kompany and his coaching staff that he deserves more opportunities, even though he has not been given any clarity on the amount of game time he will get next season.

Bayern Munich have been clear about their stance on Palhinha

GiveMeSport add that Tottenham Hotspur have been warned they will not be able to land Palhinha on loan this summer, with Bayern making it clear that they will only entertain permanent offers.

If the North Londoners had hopes of agreeing a similar deal to the Mathys Tel one, who was signed on an initial loan deal from the Bundesliga giants, they will have to forget it.

The report says that Tottenham have discovered the terms required to strike a deal for Palhinha, with the Lilywhites aware that they would have to put ‘big money’ on the table to land the experienced midfielder.

Fabrizio Romano has revealed what he has heard about Tottenham’s interest in one Premier League star amid claims they have launched a mammoth offer.

It was first reported by Sky Sports last week that Spurs were ready to spend big on Zabarnyi, who has developed into one of the best young centre-backs in the Premier League.

The development took many Spurs fans by surprise, particularly amidst reports that Cristian Romero now appears likely to stay at Tottenham.

According to various sources, Zabarnyi prefers to join PSG over Spurs, but the Parisians have refused to meet Bournemouth’s asking price for the defender.

Fabrizio Romano plays down Tottenham’s interest in Illia Zabarnyi

It was even asserted by journalist Duncan Castles on The Transfers Podcast on Monday that Tottenham have submitted a club record offer for Illia Zabarnyi.

However, Fabrizio Romano has now said on his YouTube channel that Tottenham have not made any concrete move for the Ukraine international so far.

The journalist claimed that it is PSG who are currently pushing to take the Cherries star to the French capital on the back of his outstanding campaign at the Gtech Community Stadium.

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Romano added that Tottenham Hotspur are focused on other priorities at the moment, including their efforts to secure Mogan Gibbs-White.

Zabarnyi is not the only centre-back who has been linked with a move to N17, with reports over recent weeks claiming that Tottenham are leading the race to sign Genoa’s Koni De Winter.

In fact, it was claimed by The I Paper a few days ago that Spurs are currently locked in talks with Genoa over De Winter, who is valued at £22m.

Tottenham have shared images and videos of the team’s latest training session at Hotspur Way, and Spurs fans will be delighted to see one face back out on the grass.

Thomas Frank and his coaching staff are now working with the full complement of players at Hotspur Way, with the last of the internationals returning to pre-season training last week.

The only ones missing are the injured players, and there has been some bad news on the injury front over the last few days.

Thomas Frank has confirmed that Dejan Kulusevski will not be fit for the start of the season, with the Swede still recovering from the foot injury he picked up in March.

James Maddison is now back in Tottenham training with his teammates

Radu Dragusin is ahead of schedule in his recovery from his ACL injury, but the Romanian is still some way away from returning to the pitch.

However, it has now been confirmed that James Maddison has started training with his teammates after overcoming his knee injury, which he picked up in Tottenham’s Europa League semifinal win over Bodo/Glimt.

In the latest training images released by Spurs’ official social media account, Maddison can be seen involved in the outdoor drills with the rest of the squad.

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Maddison has to win over Thomas Frank

While Tottenham’s move for Morgan Gibbs-White is still in limbo, the North London club’s decision to make a big offer for the England international is a worrying sign for Maddison.

It suggests that Frank wants an energetic and athletic number ten, and it is unlikely that Spurs would be ready to pay £60m for the 25-year-old unless the Danish coach sees him as a guaranteed starter.

Maddison thus has his work cut out to prove to Frank and his staff that he deserves to keep his place in the team, and the 28-year-old is certainly not one to shirk a challenge.

Tottenham’s decision makers are of the opinion that a former Premier League star would be the ideal fit for Thomas Frank’s midfield, but they are not willing to meet the asking price for the player at the moment.

Regular readers of Spurs Web will be aware that an increasing number of reports have claimed over the last few weeks that Tottenham are keen on signing a top-class number six.

Bayern Munich’s Joao Palhinha is one of the options on Spurs’ radar after the Portugal international struggled for game time at the Allianz Arena last season.

Over the weekend, it emerged that Tottenham had started fresh talks with Bayern over Palhinha, who is keen to return to the Premier League.

Tottenham see Joao Palhinha as a perfect fit, but there is one stumbling block

TBR Football have now asserted that the feeling at Hotspur Way is that the Portugal international would be the ideal number six for Thomas Frank’s system.

It is revealed that Bayern are willing to sell Palhinha for £30m, but Tottenham are hesitant to meet that asking price.

Spurs want to do a deal for £20m as the midfielder wants a three-year contract as a minimum, despite turning 30 earlier this month.

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However, the outlet explains that agreeing personal terms is not expected to be an issue for Tottenham, who have held talks with Palhinha’s camp over a move to N17.

Who are the other defensive midfielders Tottenham are considering?

According to reports, Tottenham are also considering a move for Douglas Luiz, who wants to leave Juventus to return to the Premier League.

Journalist Ben Jacobs revealed recently that Wolves’ Joao Gomes and Mainz star Kaishu Sanoa are also on Spurs’ radar.

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in one of Manchester United’s most exciting midfield talents, even though a move is not seen as a priority at this moment in time.

Tottenham Hotspur’s search for a holding midfielder continues as the future of Yves Bissouma remains up in the air.

Spurs have been linked with a move for Joao Palhinha this summer, and it is understood that the Bayern Munich midfielder could be available at a discounted price.

Thomas Frank is also said to be a big admirer of Adam Wharton, with reports claiming that the Dane even asked Spurs to sign the Crystal Palace midfielder this summer window.

However, Tottenham were handed a major blow a few days ago, as reports claim that Wharton is set to remain at Palace for one more season, and should he depart the Eagles next summer, a move to Liverpool would be his preferred destination.

Tottenham show interest in Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo

Journalist Dean Jones has now shared a recent update on Tottenham’s pursuit of a midfielder, stating that Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo is of interest to Spurs.

The journalist, however, states that Mainoo is not a priority situation for Tottenham at the moment, but his situation is one that could still develop.

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It is believed that the player’s current focus is to ensure the 2025/26 season is a successful one for him, although it remains to be seen which club he will be representing by then.

Mainoo fits Spurs transfer strategy better than Joao Palhinha

While Joao Palhinha is the ideal profile for Tottenham, being a natural six with physicality and experience at both Premier League and Champions League level, the player’s age could work against him.

Palhinha is currently 30, and given Tottenham’s recent strategy of signing players with potential and huge resale value, it is unclear if the Tottenham higher-ups will be willing to sanction a move for the Portuguese midfielder.

Mainoo, on the other hand, is a young player who fits Spurs’ transfer strategy, as he is one with the potential to develop even further, given that he is still only 20.

The young United man can also play in a host of different positions, including as an eight, ten and on the right, a much-needed quality, given the number of games Tottenham could play next season.

Newcastle United have made the first move in the battle for Yoane Wissa, but Tottenham Hotspur are still in the race for the forward.

It was only revealed a few hours ago that Tottenham Hotspur transfer target Yoane Wissa had left Brentford’s pre-season training camp amid increasing speculation over his future.

It is understood that Wissa is set to hold talks with Brentford director of football Phil Giles regarding his next steps, having rejected the club’s offer of a new contract.

With just 12 months remaining on his current deal, this summer represents a pivotal moment for Brentford, as they risk losing the DR Congo international on a free transfer if fresh terms are not agreed.

Newcastle make opening £25m bid for Tottenham target Yoane Wissa

Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest and Tottenham Hotspur are the clubs showing the most concrete interest in Yoane Wissa this summer.

Reports earlier today suggested that Newcastle are moving the quickest among the trio in their efforts to secure a deal for the Brentford forward.

David Ornstein has now revealed that Eddie Howe’s side have submitted a £25m offer for Wissa, which Brentford have swiftly turned down.

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Despite the rejection, it is understood that Newcastle remain in pursuit, with personal terms not expected to be a stumbling block for the 28-year-old forward.

Spurs still in the mix despite Newcastle interest in Wissa

Tottenham Hotspur have not suffered defeat in the race for Wissa just yet, especially as Newcastle’s opening offer has already been rejected.

In fact, it was reported just days ago that Tottenham’s interest in Wissa was more advanced than Newcastle’s. BBC Sport also claimed that Wissa was refusing to sign a new Brentford contract amid interest from Spurs, Newcastle, and Nottingham Forest.

Brentford are thought to be holding out for a fee in the region of £40m for the forward, who could be sold if their valuation is met before the end of the window.

According to journalist Duncan Castles, Tottenham Hotspur have just submitted a mammoth offer for one of the quickest centre-backs in the Premier League, but there is one problem for the North Londoners.

Tottenham Hotspur are certainly not short of options at centre-back, with Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Kevin Danso, Radu Dragusin, Ben Davies, Kota Takai and Luka Vuskovic in their squad.

While Romero’s future continues to be the subject of speculation, the Argentine did captain Spurs in the first half of their pre-season friendly against Reading last week.

Thomas Frank has batted away questions about Romero leaving Tottenham, but the North London club’s transfer activity suggests that they are still worried about losing the 27-year-old.

Tottenham submit an offer for Illia Zabarnyi

A few days ago, it emerged that Tottenham are willing to spend big on Bournemouth’s Illia Zabarnyi, who is also wanted by Paris Saint-Germain.

Journalist Duncas Castles has now revealed that Zabarnyi wants to move to the French capital, but PSG are only willing to pay €60m (£52m) for his services.

However, he asserts that Tottenham have already made a bid of €70m (£60.7m) for the Ukrainian, which is more than the fixed component of the fee they paid for Dominic Solanke, who is Spurs’ record signing.

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Castles said on The Transfers Podcast: “Illia Zabarnyi, who Paris Saint-Germain have been working on a deal for about six months in reality, but actively working with Bournemouth for three months, I’m told, their offer for the Ukraine centre back is €60m.

“They believe they should be able to secure the player at that price, and the player definitely wants to come to them — has agreed personal terms with PSG and is pushing for the move.

“But Tottenham, one of several Premier League clubs who are unsurprisingly interested in the 22-year-old, one of the quickest centre-backs in the Premier League and almost a perfect attendance record in the Premier League over his two seasons at Bournemouth.

“Guidance from Bournemouth is that Tottenham have offered €70m for the player, which is owner Bill Foley’s asking price, and which would represent a new club record transfer fee for Tottenham, exceeding the initial £55m with £10m of variables that they paid Bournemouth for Dominic Solanke last summer.”

Why Cristian Romero’s exit remains on the cards at Spurs

A number of outlets have reported over recent weeks that Tottenham are ready to make Romero their highest earner to keep him at the club.

However, despite this, the centre-back, who has two years left on his deal, appears no closer to agreeing a new contract, with some sources stating that Romero wants to leave Tottenham for a new challenge.

One would thus think that Spurs would not be in a position to turn down around £60m-£70m for Romero this summer, which explains the Lilywhites’ keenness to land Zabarnyi.

A £40m Tottenham Hotspur transfer target has now left his club’s training camp, amid transfer interest from Spurs and another Premier League duo.

Tottenham Hotspur could yet add a striker before the end of the summer, as Thomas Frank continues to reshape his Spurs squad ahead of his first season in charge.

Yoanne Wissa has been linked with a move to Tottenham, following a prolific 19-goal season for the Bees in the Premier League.

Wissa, who can also operate on either wing, is understood to be open to a Spurs move, with reports indicating that he would welcome the chance to work under Frank once again.

According to BBC Sport, Yoanne Wissa has now left Brentford’s pre-season training camp in Portugal, with fresh doubt surrounding his immediate future.

It is believed that the forward has grown unsettled by the transfer noise around him, with Tottenham, Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest all reported to be in the race for his signature.

A crucial meeting is expected to take place in London between Wissa and Brentford’s Director of Football Phil Giles.

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It is thought that personal terms would not be a stumbling block for either Tottenham Hotspur or Newcastle United, although the Magpies are currently believed to be stepping up their pursuit.

Wissa could be on the move with just 12 months left on Brentford contract

Wissa is now entering the final year of his current deal, and Brentford face the very real risk of losing him on a free transfer next summer if an agreement cannot be reached.

The forward has already watched Bryan Mbeumo complete his switch to Manchester United this month – another forward Tottenham had previously been keen on bringing to North London.

Wissa turns 29 in September, and Brentford are reportedly open to cashing in on the forward, who is not believed to be interested in signing a new contract. A fee in the region of £40 million is expected to be considered by the West London club.

According to a new report, Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is hoping that another Premier League club offers Tottenham Hotspur a major blow in their pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White.

Various reports have continued to suggest that Gibbs-White will complete a move to Spurs eventually, but it is unclear at the moment how long the issue will take to be resolved, with the move already being held up for two weeks.

Some sources have claimed that Nottingham Forest may simply be delaying the Gibbs-White deal until they sign a replacement.

However, a new update has now suggested that the Midlands club’s owner may have another plan in mind to ensure that the midfielder does not end up at Tottenham Hotspur.

Evangelos Marinakis wants to avoid selling Morgan Gibbs-White to Tottenham

It was previously reported that Man City were in talks with Forest over Gibbs-White when Spurs met his release clause two weeks ago.

According to a new report in talkSPORT, while Tottenham are still hopeful of landing the 25-year-old, the Tricky Trees are hoping that City reignite their interest in the midfielder.

Marinakis wants Pep Guardiola’s men to rival Spurs for the former Wolves man, and he is now waiting for them to enter the race.

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It is explained that the Forest owner had an understanding with Gibbs-White that he would only leave the City Ground for a ‘certain level of club’, and the Greek businessman does not believe that Tottenham fit that criteria.

That is why he is angered by the possibility of Spurs poaching one of Forest’s best players and is delaying the move in the hopes of Pep Guardiola’s men making another approach.

Why Nottingham Forest are desperate for Man City to enter Gibbs-White race

It is explained by talkSPORT that another reason Forest are keen for the Cityzens to vie for their star man is because the Midlands club are big fans of City youngster James McAtee.

Forest face plenty of competition for McAtee, who wants to leave the Etihad Stadium in search of regular game time.

The City Ground hierarchy are hoping to use the Manchester club’s interest in Gibbs-White as a bargaining tool in their pursuit of the England Under-21 international.

Tottenham Hotspur have been credited with an interest in a France international centre-back, but they face competition from Premier League sides as well as from others across Europe for the player.

Thomas Frank refused to answer if he would want to sign another centre-back if Cristian Romero leaves, insisting that he does not deal in hypotheticals.

However, reports claim that the North London club are indeed scouring the market for centre-backs. It has been alleged that Spurs are willing to spend over £60m on Bournemouth’s Illia Zabarnyi.

Meanwhile, it has also been suggested that Tottenham are exploring a move for Genoa’s Koni De Winter, and a new report has now claimed Lilywhites are also tracking a La Liga defender.

Tottenham in five-horse race to sign Sevilla star Loic Bade

It has been revealed by El Chiringuito TV that Tottenham Hotspur are one of three Premier League clubs considering a move for Sevilla’s Loic Bade.

The outlet claims that Sunderland and Bournemouth are very interested in Bade, while Tottenham have also enquired about the 25-year-old.

Additionally, Marseille and Villarreal are also very much involved in the race for the former Rennes star, whose future at Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium is said to be in doubt.

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This is not the first time that the Sevilla man has been linked with a move to Spurs, with Tottenham exploring a move for Bade back in January.

French contradicts report that Spurs want Bade

However, a report from Foot Mercato contradicts the information provided by El Chiringuito TV regarding the North London side’s interest in Bade.

The outlet confirms that the Black Cats and the Cherries are keen on the Sevilla man, with those two said to be in pole position for the defender.