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Tottenham Hotspur are one of four Premier League clubs to have made a ‘firm offer’ for Dean Huijsen, who has shone in his first season in English football, but the Lilywhites are not the favourites to land the Bournemouth player as things stand.

Various outlets from Spain are increasingly confident that Cristian Romero will swap Tottenham for Atletico Madrid this summer, which would leave the Lilywhites needing a top-class addition at the back.

Tottenham Hotspur could turn their attention to a 20-year-old centre-back, who has had an exceptional debut season in the Premier League since his switch to England last summer.

It has been widely reported over recent months that Spurs are big fans of Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen, but they are not the only club monitoring the youngster.

The likes of Real Madrid and Liverpool have also allegedly shown an interest in Huijsen, and a big update has now emerged regarding Los Blancos’ pursuit of the young centre-back.

Tottenham among four English clubs to make offer for Dean Huijsen

Cadena SER have now revealed that Spurs, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool have all made firm offers to try and sign the Bournemouth star this summer.

The outlet explains that the Premier League quartet pose a big threat to Real Madrid, who are also keen on landing the Spain international.

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In fact, it is revealed that Huijsen, who is represented by his own father, has now given permission for a law firm in Madrid to negotiate a deal with the La Liga giants on his behalf.

The youngster’s family want an offer soon so that they can finalise a transfer early in the window, but Madrid are playing the waiting game at the moment.

Spurs’ London rivals are leading Huijsen transfer race

Cadena SER say that as things stand, Chelsea are ‘best placed’ to land the former Juventus man, who values the Blues’ offer highly as it is the best he has received so far.

However, Spurs, Arsenal and Liverpool have not given up on their pursuit of Huijsen just yet after submitting proposals of their own.

The publication adds that no proposal has come from Madrid, who prefer to wait to find out what new manager Xabi Alonso’s plans are before finalising their summer transfer targets.

Pedro Porro has reflected on his journey as a footballer so far, admitting that he has had to work extremely hard to get to the level of Tottenham Hotspur.

The right-back did not have the best of starts to his Tottenham career after arriving at the club during January of 2022.

In fact, after his debut for Tottenham against Leicester City, Porro was immediately written off by some pundits, who felt he was simply not good enough defensively to succeed in the Premier League.

While there are still some question marks over the Spaniard’s defending, he has shown how big an asset he can be for Ange Postecoglou’s men going forward, having managed 31 goal contributions in 102 appearances for the Lilywhites, a ridiculous ratio for a full-back.

Pedro Porro admits he is living his dream at Tottenham

The Spain international has come in clutch for Spurs in the Europa League, having scored in the quarterfinal and semifinal against Eintracht Frankfurt and Bodo/Glimt, respectively.

The former Sporting Lisbon man admits that his difficult start at Tottenham made him even more driven to improve and succeed at N17.

Speaking to DAZN, Porro said: “I’m left with a bad moment, which was my debut here, because that gave me the extra boost of saying: I have to take a step further (…) It gave me the extra boost of being able to enjoy the Premier League today.

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“To this day, my hair still stands on end when I see where I am. It’s true that there’s a lot of work behind it. Other people might call it luck, or whatever, but from the first moment I told my family I wanted to be a footballer, I dreamed of experiencing moments like this, in a stadium like this, and at a club like this. It’s something I’ve had in mind since I was a kid.”

Are Spurs at risk of losing Porro this summer?

It was reported widely over the last few months that Real Madrid are big fans of Porro, but Tottenham no longer appear to be at risk of losing the Spaniard to the La Liga giants after they secured a deal to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold.

According to various outlets, Man City are considering a move for Porro, who was formerly part of their academy before his switch to Sporting Lisbon.

A lot of Italian publications have talked up Tottenham’s chances of reappointing Fabio Paratici in a formal role this summer, and a fresh update has now explained why a return to the North London club now looks increasingly likely for the Italian director.

Over recent months, it has been widely reported that Daniel Levy is trying his best to bring Paratici back to Spurs in an official role once his FIFA ban elapses on June 20.

Tottenham’s pursuit of the 52-year-old has been boosted since it emerged at the start of last month that AC Milan’s efforts to appoint Paratici as their sporting director have collapsed.

Since that move fell through, Spurs have been installed as the favourites to appoint Paratici in a formal role, and it appears that the return of the Tottenham fan favourite is now getting closer.

Tottenham are in a strong position to reappoint Fabio Paratici

A fresh report from TuttoMercatoWeb has now said that the hypothesis of the 52-year-old returning to Tottenham is ‘increasingly strong’ and quite likely to happen soon.

The report says that this is primarily down to Levy’s admiration of the Italian, who ‘never left’ the Spurs chairman’s thoughts during his FIFA and FIGC-imposed ban over the last two years.

The outlet explains that the relationship between the pair continues to be very cordial, and following a difficult season for the Lilywhites, Levy has now decided to bring the former Juventus man back to the club.

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The publication adds that Paratici is expected to return to Hotspur Way when his ban expires next month and he will play an active and direct role in the club’s summer recruitment.

Paratici has a big decision to make at Spurs this summer

If the 52-year-old does return, one of his first tasks at hand might be to identify a new head coach for Tottenham, with Ange Postecoglou’s future at the club far from secure.

In fact, some sources have already reported that Fabio Paratici will have the final say on who takes over as Tottenham head coach this summer.

A lot of Spurs fans would be happy that it is the Italian rather than Levy making the decision, given the Tottenham chairman’s track record of managerial hires over the last six years.

We have seen reports over recent days that Everton are not in a position to afford Tottenham’s asking price for Richarlison this summer, and a journalist has now revealed that the Toffees may come up with an alternative plan to take the forward back to Goodison Park.

Like a lot of the Tottenham squad, Richarlison has returned to full fitness just at the right time, and he may yet play a key role in the North London club’s pursuit of Europa League glory.

However, the striker’s future is thought to lie away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with reports claiming that Richarlison is now looking for an exit route from Spurs.

Several outlets have claimed over recent months that Richarlison is on Everton’s summer wishlist ahead of the club’s move to their brand new stadium in Bramley-Moore Dock.

Everton’s alternative plan to sign Richarlison

Just a couple of days ago, it was revealed by Ben Jacobs that Tottenham want £40m-£45m for the 27-year-old this summer, which is likely to make him too expensive for the Toffees (GiveMeSport).

Now, Sky Sports reporter Rob Dorsett has taken to social media to reveal that David Moyes’s side may come up with an alternative strategy to sign Richarlison.

The journalist has claimed that Everton could look to sign the Spurs man on an initial loan deal with an obligation to buy, with the Merseyside club seeing it as a potential insurance policy against the forward’s injury problems over recent years.

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Will Tottenham be open to loaning out Richarlison?

While there is no doubt that Spurs would prefer to cash in on the striker, they might have to agree to a loan move if they want to get maximum value for the player.

Richarlison’s injury woes will put off a lot of suitors from paying a big fee for him, while his stock is also not particularly high at the moment, owing to a lack of regular game time.

He is a proven performer at the Premier League level and is likely to score goals back at Everton, which might help the North London club cut as much of their losses on the player as possible.

A potential loan move, along with a £40m obligation to buy if he meets the required appearance criteria, may be the best compromise.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly plotting a move for two of Brentford’s star men this summer, and Thomas Frank has now sent a clear message on what the North London club will have to do to sign the pair.

Regular readers of Spurs Web will be aware that a number of reports over the last few months have credited Tottenham with a keen interest in Bryan Mbeumo.

The versatile forward has had another outstanding campaign, having found the back of the net 18 times this season but he is not the only Brentford striker who could be on the move this summer.

His strike partner, Yoane Wissa, is also expected to attract offers this summer, and it was previously reported that Spurs have already spoken to Brentford about a deal for Wissa.

Thomas Frank makes an admission about Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo’s futures

Frank has now confessed that both Tottenham Hotspur targets could leave the West London club this summer, pointing out that the Bees have always been a selling club.

However, the Danish coach made it clear that it will take a sizable bid to prise either player away, given how they have developed over the last couple of years.

When asked about the speculation over Wisse and Mbeumo, Frank told Sky Sports: “I would like them to stay. I would like all of the best players to stay at the club. We all know that we are a selling club, but they are that good that they need to be at a very good club. But they will need to pay a lot of money for what they get.

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“They’ve got quality, both of them. Both of them have developed massively. Bryyan has been here six years. He has definitely done everything he can and added layers to his game every single season, and he is performing at a top level. Both of them are performing at a top level.”

How much would Tottenham have to pay for Mbeumo?

Out of the two strikers, it is Bryan Mbeumo who has been much more heavily linked with a move to Tottenham, and one would assume he is the player that Spurs are more likely to move for this summer.

It was reported back in February by Football Insider that it would take an offer of over £50m to prise Mbeumo away from Brentford.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with Brentford duo Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa ahead of the summer, and Brentford are willing to listen to offers for both.

It is no secret that the Spurs are expected to be on the search for new forwards this summer, with Richarlison and Timo Werner expected to depart, and big question marks remaining on the futures of Mathys Tel and possibly even captain Heung-min Son.

It has been widely reported that Tottenham are considering a move for Bryan Mbeumo, whose future at Brentford is thought to be in doubt.

According to various outlets, Brentford are braced for offers from Mbeumo this summer as the interest in the forward’s services starts to grow.

How much will Tottenham have to pay for Bryan Mbeumo?

Sky Sports have now reported that Brentford will indeed listen to offers for the Cameroon international, but they are not under any pressure to sell him.

Mbeumo has one year left on his contract, but the Bees have the option to extend it by a further year, which is why they are relaxed about his future.

There is a feeling at the Gtech Community Stadium that the 25-year-old has earned the opportunity to move to a bigger club this summer, but that does not mean that he will come cheap.

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The West London club are expected to demand in excess of £60m when clubs come knocking for Mbeumo this summer.

Wissa, who turns 29 in September, will be available for a lot less, with Brentford turning down a £22m bid in January. Tottenham have been watching Wissa this season, so it remains to be seen whether the Lilywhites make a bid.

Thomas Frank and Christian Norgaard make Mbeumo admission

Just a few days ago, Thomas Frank admitted that Mbeumo will be sold this summer, but only for the right fee.

Frank admitted that Brentford are a selling club, but he made it clear that the former Troyes man will be “expensive”, given the kind of track record he has over the last couple of seasons.

The Bees captain went one step further, with Christian Norgaard admitting to the media back in March that Mbeumo is likely to leave the club this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur fans were left concerned after Dejan Kulusevski was forced off injured in the defeat against Crystal Palace.

Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou made eight changes to his side to take on Palace with the Australian deciding not to risk a number of his players which featured in the Europa League win against Bodo/Glimt.

Dejan Kulusevski, along with Pedro Porro and Rodrigo Bentancur, who captained the side were the three players asked to go again at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Having already lost James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall to season-ending injuries, Tottenham are desperate not to add to their problems ahead of the Europa League final against Manchester United on May 21st.

The Swedish midfielder was on the receiving end of a hefty challenge on the side of his knee by Palace defender Marc Guehi and received treatment on the pitch.

Kulusevski briefly came back onto the pitch, but soon after went to ground and had to be replaced by Mikey Moore.

Postecoglou consoled the former Juventus player as he headed down the tunnel towards the dressing room with his head in his hands.

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How bad is Dejan Kulusevski’s injury against Crystal Palace?

Soon after Tottenham’s 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace, Postecoglou was asked for an update on the condition of Kulusevski as part of the post-match press conference and offered a promising update.

Postecoglou played down the prospect of a serious injury for the Swede which will certainly put the minds of Spurs fans at ease, given the lack of creativity in the side.

He told Football.London: “He should be ok. Just talking to him after. The medical team are not too concerned about him. It was just a knock.”

With Tottenham next in action on Friday when they make the trip to Aston Villa, Postecoglou must decide whether he rests Kulusevski to give him more time to recover for the final in Bilbao.

Tottenham Hotspur recorded their 20th defeat of the Premier League season this afternoon, putting a sour note on a week of celebration for the Lilywhites.

Let’s take a look at the five things we learned from Tottenham’s 2-0 defeat at home to Crystal Palace.

Tottenham players let themselves down

Forget about the result. Forget about where Tottenham are in the Premier League table. Forget about the fans who deserve so much more. The players let themselves down today more than anything. Yes, Ange Postecoglou made eight changes to the starting XI, but there were a bunch of fringe players out there who should be fighting for a chace to start in the final.

With James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall out, as well as fitness concerns for Heung-min Son, there is room for a few players to work their way into the XI. Unfortunately, no one showed any fight out there in the North London sun.

The running was lazy, Spurs were second to every ball, there was no press, no one moved for the man on the ball, and the defensive tracking was shocking. You can’t say any of the fringe players out there are exactly knocking on the door of a Europa League final chance on the back of that display.

Spurs can’t use Europa League final as an excuse

You often hear the argument that players take their foot off the gas out of fear of injury ahead of a final. Tottenham cannot use that excuse today. Crystal Palace have a huge final well before Spurs, yet they still turned up, showed right, and worked as a team today. Questions need to be asked.

Dejan Kulusevski injury is a huge problem

The last thing Tottenham needed today was another key injury. The last last thing Tottenham needed was a key injury to their only remaining attacking midfielder, Dejan Kulusevski.

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Maddison and Bergvall will both miss the final and, if Kulusevski doesn’t shake that knee problem, who knows who Postecoglou will be forced to name in the number 10 role. Fingers crossed he can shake it, or Spurs will really struggle to create from central positions against Man United.

Heung-min Son returns from injury in time for Europa League final

One silver lining for Tottenham is that Heung-min Son looks likely to be fit enough to start the Europa League final, if required.

The Spurs captain got a good 30 minutes today and you would imagine he will get 45-60 against Aston Villa to get some minutes in his legs. Whether he will be in any kind of form for the final is another question.

Tottenham down to 17th in the Premier League table

This is beyond a joke now. If not for one of the poorest trio of relegated clubs in Premier League history, Tottenham would be in a relegation battle right now.

They haven’t even reached the magic 40 point safety mark yet, with 20 defeats and just 11 wins. Europa League or not, it has been a pathetic season for Spurs. Even without the injuries, Tottenham’s B-team is better than 17th.

The final whistle has just been blown on the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace.

Both sides came into the match with bigger priorities with Tottenham booking their place in the Europa League final, while Palace have an FA Cup final against Manchester City to look forward to later this month.

Despite making eight changes to his starting eleven, Ange Postecoglou will be frustrated at the performance of his players, who were second best all over the pitch in a 2-0 defeat at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Below, we have given each Tottenham player a performance rating on a scale of 0-10, with 10 being the highest score achievable for an outstanding display.

Here’s how the players rated –

Tottenham player ratings vs Crystal Palace

Antonin Kinsky – 6

Pedro Porro – 3

Nowhere near his usual attacking threat, and pinned back for the majority of the game by Mitchell. Replaced by Son on 57 minutes.

Kevin Danso – 2

Spent most of the first half racing back to his own goal, started the second half really poorly and didn’t improve.

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Ben Davies – 2

Called into the side in place of van de Ven, like many others around him, was caught out positionally on more than one occasion.

Djed Spence – 1

Had an absolute shocker with his positioning which cost Tottenham two goals, his body language looks to speak volumes about having been dropped recently.

Pape Matar Sarr – 2

Has allowed Palace’s midfield to play in behind him, his passing was poor.

Archie Gray – 3

Spent just under an hour in midfield to little effect and later slotted into right-back when Porro went off.

Rodrigo Bentancur – 4

A poor half from the Uruguayan, who was given the captaincy for the first 45′ minutes. Hooked at half time in a likely pre-planned replacement.

Dejan Kulusevski – 5

Sustained a knee injury following a heavy Guehi challenge whcih saw the Swede head down the tunnel for treatment. A big worry ahead of the Europa League final.

Mathys Tel – 5

Have to feel for the Bayern loanee; zero creativity for him to feed off. The only outfield player who looked like he wanted the ball.

Wilson Odobert – 5

Had his first piece of good play on 54 minutes with a decent cross.

Substitutes

Mikey Moore – 4

A tough afternoon for the teenager to try and make an impact when those around him were way below below par.

Yves Bissouma – 3

Came on at half time in place of Bentancur and was partly at faulty for Palace’s second goal.

Heung-min Son – 4

The first half of the action has just ended between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace in North London.

It has been a good few days for the club after Tottenham beat Bodo/Glimt to secure their place in the Europa League final where they will face Manchester United.

Ange Postecoglou’s side have today headed into the dressing room currently trailing 1-0, when it should be at least 3-0.

Below, we have given each Tottenham player a performance rating on a scale of 0-10, with 10 highest score achievable for an outstanding display.

Here’s how the players rated –

Tottenham player ratings vs Crystal Palace

Antonin Kinsky – 6

A first appearance for Kinsky since the FA Cup defeat at Aston Villa in February. Breathed a sigh of relief when he spilled the goal on his goal line. Showed good reactions to deny Sarr at his near post. Has been far busier than he would have liked.

Pedro Porro – 3

Only one of three players to retain their place from the Bodo win. Has had a difficult half up against Mitchell.

Kevin Danso – 4

Did well to get his leg in the way to block a shot from Mateta.

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Ben Davies – 3

Caught out of place for Mateta’s disallowed goal. Made an important block to deny Palace a shot on 30 mins.

Djed Spence – 1

Fortunate that Palace’s goal was ruled offside. He had tucked inside too much to give the visitors too much room to cross. Lost possession in the middle of the pitch, which resulted in Munoz crashing a shot against the crossbar – constantly out of position.

Pape Matar Sarr – 3

Sloppy in possession on more than one occasion.

Archie Gray – 4

Another rare outing in midfield but will be frustrated with not being able to make the most of the opportunity.

Rodrigo Bentancur – 4

Was given the captain’s armband but has not impacted the match, could not get back to stop the cross for Eze’s goal.

Mathys Tel – 5

Started out on the left but moved into the middle after Dejan Kulusevski’s withdrawal. With no creativity in midfield, has not had any decent service.

Dejan Kulusevski – 5

Operating centrally in the front three and was on the end of a whack to his knee from Guehi, which ended his match on 18 minutes.

Wilson Odobert – 3

Switched over to the left wing when Moore came on, nothing of note from the Frenchman.

Substitutes

Mikey Moore – 4

Brought on in place of Kulusevski but has been a passenger.