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Tottenham predicted it all along – a Europa League final in Bilbao that was teased way back before a ball had even been kicked.

Tottenham Hotspur have endured a disastrous Premier League campaign, one that even the most pessimistic of supporters would not have predicted.

At the time of writing, Tottenham are firmly rooted in 16th place on the Premier League table, but despite their horrid league campaign, they have secured a place in the final of the UEFA Europa League.

On Thursday, May 8, Tottenham beat Bodo/Glimt 2-0 at the Arctic Circle, sealing a 5-1 aggregate win and setting up a final tie against English rivals Manchester United.

Tottenham predicted the Europa League final in Bilbao

Indeed, for all the anguish and frustration Spurs supporters have endured this season in the league, it was pure elation for the travelling fans after the club confirmed their place in the final at San Mames.

However, what has taken many by surprise is the idea that the club might have had this outcome in mind all along – a theory sparked by the launch of this season’s away kit.

During the kit announcement video released last summer, eagle-eyed fans spotted a curious closing message on screen that read, “Holiday special: Destination Bilbao, Spain” – a detail that felt innocuous at the time, but has now taken on new significance.

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Bilbao, of course, is the venue for this season’s Europa League final, and Tottenham have now earned their spot there, just as the club’s kit video seemed to foreshadow.

Spurs fans prepare for Bilbao trip after Europa League charge

Tottenham supporters are understandably ecstatic to see their team fighting for a major piece of silverware, especially in a season that has offered very little to cheer about domestically.

Ticket details for fans hoping to travel to Bilbao have now been released, with 14,770 tickets allocated to Tottenham – this includes 25 pairs for wheelchair users and an additional 15 pairs of easy-access seats.

For those who cannot make the trip to Spain, the club will host a watch-along event at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Wednesday, May 21, giving fans a chance to come together for what could be a historic night.

The dream ending to this rollercoaster of a season would be for Tottenham to lift a trophy that has eluded them for years – and in doing so, turn a campaign of despair into one of unexpected glory.

New reports state that West Brom have set their sights on Tottenham forward Jamie Donley, with the Championship club enquiring about a potential loan deal for next season.

Jamie Donley has certainly impressed at Leyton Orient this season, with Donley named Leyton Orient’s Player of the Season earlier this week.

For a youngster experiencing his first taste of senior football, it is a standout achievement – one the 20-year-old Tottenham loanee can be proud of, particularly given the demands of League One football.

Orient as a team have also held their own, with the O’s squeezing into sixth place in League One and keeping their promotion hopes to the Championship alive as they eye the play-off route. They recorded a 2-2 draw with Stockport in their home leg on Saturday afternoon.

West Brom make move for Tottenham forward Jamie Donley

Jamie Donley is expected to return to Spurs this summer, with the club planning to assess the next phase of his development and whether he is ready to be integrated into the first-team setup.

Donley himself has made no secret of his ambition next season, stating that he would love to stake a claim for a place in the Tottenham first team heading into the new campaign.

However, a step up to the Championship appears likely, with reports now stating that West Brom has now enquired about the youngster’s availability.

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According to a report by West Brom journalist Charlie Haffenden, the Baggies are keen on a straight loan deal for the versatile forward, who has scored eight goals and provided 10 assists during his time with Leyton Orient.

His tweet on X reads: “Understand West Brom have enquired about Tottenham Hotspur forward Jamie Donley’s availability ahead of next season. #WBA interested in a straight loan. The 20-year-old has scored eight and assisted 10 on loan at League One side Leyton Orient this season.”

Why a Championship loan makes sense for Jamie Donley and Spurs

Given his numbers this season – eight goals and 10 assists in League One – it comes as no surprise that West Brom are circling around Jamie Donley, with his blend of creativity and intelligence in the final third standing out.

The natural next step for the youngster would be a move to the Championship or potentially even a top-flight side abroad, where the level of competition would allow him to sharpen the edges of his game.

West Brom are unlikely to be the only side interested once the window opens. If Leyton Orient do manage to seal promotion via the play-offs, do not rule out a return bid for the 20-year-old either.

Cristian Romero’s fiery exchange with Jostein Gundersen during Tottenham’s 2-0 win over Bodo/Glimt has now been revealed, with things getting a little heated during the game.

Tottenham Hotspur did what was expected of them when they went visiting Norway to take on Bodo/Glimt in the second leg of their Europa League campaign.

A 2-0 win at the Arctic Circle saw Spurs claim a 5-1 aggregate victory over the Norwegian champions across the two legs.

It was a cagey affair with Bodo/Glimt having the majority of the possession with 69% on the night, yet Tottenham put in one of their most complete displays of the season, keeping a clean sheet while also limiting Glimt to just two shots on target.

Cristian Romero was involved in a heated exchange with Jostein Gundersen

Before the clash, the Glimt players were giving it large to Tottenham, stating that Spurs’ pressing was like that of a mid-table Norwegian side, insisting that it was a part of Tottenham’s game they were looking to exploit.

After a goalless first half, Dominic Solanke struck in the 63rd minute, before Pedro Porro got his name on the scoresheet six minutes later.

As the Tottenham players celebrated, it has now been revealed by TV2 that Spurs star Cristian Romero had a heated exchange with Bodo/Glimt’s Jostein Gundersen on Thursday night.

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The incident is said to have taken place when Romero and his teammates were celebrating Porro’s goal in front of the Norwegian club’s fans. This did not please Gundersen, who had a verbal spat with the Tottenham defender.

The news outlet got in touch with the 29-year-old Norway international, who insisted he did not like what he saw from Tottenham.

Gundersen said: “I feel like they are trying to get on our nerves. I did not like that. That is football. After the match there was a ‘handshake’ and a good atmosphere.

“He [Romero] first started with some comments to me, and then I responded. He said something like ‘you guys should not talk so much’. It was in the heat of the match. Then we will put it behind us.

“The referee said we should not argue, and we had to calm down. He did not want anything like that. If we went to each other, we would get a card.”

Spurs one step from European glory after booking a place in the Europa League final

When asked what he thinks of Spurs getting upset with him, the defender said: “I think we should take it as a compliment. They were nervous about how it would go. They took us very seriously. It meant everything to them.”

Tottenham have now booked themselves a place in the final of the Europa League, a tie set to take place less than two weeks from now.

A Premier League manager, who is high on Tottenham’s wishlist to replace Ange Postecoglou this summer, is attracting interest from a Saudi Pro League club and may receive a life-changing financial offer.

Some outlets have reported over recent weeks that Tottenham are expected to turn their attention to Marco Silva after learning that their top managerial target, Andoni Iraola, is leaning towards staying at Bournemouth.

According to a recent report by Football Insider, Silva is open to taking the Spurs job this summer, with the Portuguese coach thought to be looking for a new challenge after four years in Craven Cottage.

It has been revealed that Silva’s contract has a £8m release clause, which means that any interested club need not negotiate with Fulham if they are prepared to pay the fee.

Marco Silva emerges as a top target for Al Hilal

Sky Sports have now revealed that Al Hilal are prioritising a move for the Fulham head coach, having identified him as the man to replace the recently sacked Jorge Jesus.

However, the report says that Silva is not considering making the jump to the Middle East at the moment and is happy in the Premier League.

It is revealed that Al-Hilal offered the former Everton boss a two-year deal worth £40m two years ago, which he rejected. While there remains a possibility of the Saudi club making a similar eye-watering offer this time, it is thought that he is not thinking about leaving England right now.

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Interestingly, Sky Sports do not just reference Tottenham’s interest but actually asserts that Marco Silva is now ‘one of the favourites to become the Tottenham Hotspur head coach’ if the North London club decide to part ways with Postecoglou.

Fulham’s latest move suggests they fear losing Silva

The Portuguese coach has one year left on his contract, but it does not appear as if the West London club are confident he will see it out.

Just a couple of days ago, it emerged that Fulham have started looking for a potential replacement for Silva.

The report claimed that the Cottagers are considering an approach for Sheffield Wednesday’s Danny Rohl, which is perhaps a clear indication that they fear losing their manager at the end of the season.

The race for one Tottenham Hotspur winger is now heating up, and one newly promoted Premier League side only have to iron out a small difference with the North London club to land the player.

Spurs will be delighted with how Manor Solomon has performed on loan at Leeds, with the winger putting himself in the shop window by playing a key role in helping the Yorkshire club win the Championship title and secure promotion to the Premier League.

It thus comes as no surprise that Leeds are now working on a deal to sign Solomon permanently ahead of their return to the top-flight.

However, according to various sources, Daniel Farke’s men are expected to face competition domestically, as well as from abroad, for Solomon, as the race for the Tottenham man heats up.

Leeds hoping to bring down Tottenham asking price for Manor Solomon

TBR Football have now confirmed that Tottenham will allow the 25-year-old to depart this summer, with the proceeds from his sale going down as pure profit on the PSR front since he was signed as a free agent.

The report confirms that Leeds are keen to add Solomon to their squad on the back of his exemplary performances this season.

However, it is revealed that while Tottenham Hotspur want £20m for the wide-man, Leeds are hoping to get him for closer to £15m.

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The outlet backs up what we have heard from other sources over recent days by naming Marseille and Everton as Leeds’ main competitors in the transfer race, but the Spurs man is thought to prefer a switch to Elland Road.

Message coming out of Leeds about Solomon is clear

On the back of his impressive showing on loan, Leeds fans on social media are desperate for Solomon to remain at the club.

The Leeds head coach has also sent some positive messages recently, with Daniel Farke hinting that Leeds had begun working on a deal to sign Solomon.

It would appear that the newly promoted club are determined to sign the winger, but Spurs will be hoping that an ensuing bidding war can push up the price.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly already spoken to Mathys Tel’s representatives about their plans for the forward this summer on the back of his improved showing over recent weeks.

While the 20-year-old did not hit the ground running at Spurs, that is perhaps to be expected of a youngster getting his first taste of the Premier League, particularly given that he arrived at a club who have been in disarray for much of the season.

The on-loan Bayern Munich man has started delivering over recent weeks, and Ange Postecoglou has praised Tel for his impact of late, admitting that he and his coaching staff have been delighted with the attitude and application the forward has shown.

However, reports over recent weeks have indicated that Tottenham do not plan on activating the £45m option to buy Tel and instead want to renegotiate a discounted deal with Bayern.

Tottenham tell Mathys Tel what their plans are

According to TBR Football, Spurs have now opened talks with the France Under-21 international’s entourage over his future.

The report claims that the North London club have indicated to the forward’s representatives that they would like him to stay beyond the summer.

It is revealed that Tel has settled very well at the club and is enjoying his time in London, and Tottenham have been impressed enough to sign him permanently.

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However, this update also suggests that Spurs do not intend to pay the full £45m and are hoping to land the youngster for closer to around £30m.

What is Bayern Munich’s stance on Tel?

TBR Football indicate that Bayern are keen to offload Tel this summer if he expresses a desire to join Tottenham Hotspur permanently.

The Bavarian side are trying to put together a deal to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen and need to sell some players to do that, with the French forward expected to be sacrificed.

Liverpool are ready to sell one of their attackers for a cut-price fee this summer, and this has alerted Tottenham Hotspur, who could have one big advantage over the other big clubs across Europe in the race for the player.

When Liverpool signed Federico Chiesa last summer, it was hailed as a smart piece of business by the Reds, but the move simply has not worked out for the winger.

The Italy international has made just five Premier League appearances for Arne Slot’s men this season, and it turns out that he could be allowed to exit Anfield after just one season.

It has now emerged that several big clubs are plotting a move for the former Juventus man, with Ange Postecoglou’s men in the thick of the race.

Tottenham could emerge as ‘serious contenders’ to land Federico Chiesa

CaughtOffside claim that Liverpool are willing to cash in on Cheisa this summer on the back of a disappointing first year at Anfield for the attacker.

In fact, it is alleged that the Premier League champions are ready to accept an offer of just €15m–€20m (£12.7m-£17m) for the Italian.

This relatively low valuation has attracted interest from both Napoli and AC Milan, who are now monitoring the Liverpool man’s situation.

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However, Tottenham Hotspur may hand Cheisa an opportunity to remain in the Premier League, with the outlet stating that the Lilywhites could emerge as ‘serious contenders’ for the 27-year-old this summer.

Tottenham may have an advantage in Chiesa transfer race

CaughtOffside go on to add that Napoli and AC Milan have one major stumbling block, which is the winger’s current salary, with neither Serie A club likely to match his £150,000 per week contract at Merseyside.

Additionally, the publication backs up what we have heard from other sources by stating that Fabio Paratici is expected to re-join Tottenham in a formal role this summer.

Fabrizio Romano has pointed out one crucial detail regarding Cristian Romero’s current situation at Tottenham, which adds a lot of credence to the speculation linking the centre-back with a move away from the North London club.

It is the worst-kept secret in the world that Atletico Madrid have spoken to the Tottenham centre-back, with some outlets even reporting that Cristian Romero has already agreed personal terms with Atletico.

Romero has even gone public with his desire to play in Spain, with the timing of his comments sending a clear message on what he wants to do this summer.

Some Spurs fans may still harbour hope that the centre-back may stay at the club, but Fabrizio Romano has now offered another reason why they might end up disappointed.

No negotiations regarding a new deal for Cristian Romero

Romano has now pointed out that the defender, who has two years left on his contract at N17, is currently not having any conversations with Tottenham Hotspur regarding a new deal.

The Italian transfer guru added that no talks have been planned with the defender’s entourage by Spurs and sees this as a telling sign of what to expect for the Argentine when the transfer window opens.

When asked if Romero is expected to leave Tottenham, Romano told GiveMeSport: “From what I’m hearing, there is no active conversation between Tottenham and Cristian Romero to extend the contract. And that’s the crucial point, I think.

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“In this moment, Cristian Romero is not discussing a new deal, and it’s probably also not something they are expecting to do in the next months. So there is a possibility to see movements around Romero.”

Why Romero’s future may not be a foregone conclusion just yet

While it is clear that Diego Simeone’s men and the player want the transfer to go through, that does not mean that striking a deal will be easy for the La Liga side.

It has been widely reported that Tottenham are demanding almost double the fee that Atletico are willing to offer for Romero.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly made the difficult decision to cash in on a first-team regular in the summer, and the race for his signature is already heating up, with three La Liga clubs expressing their interest in the player along with a Premier League giant.

Pedro Porro is one of the few players in the Tottenham squad who has remained fit for most of the season.

While the right-back has struggled defensively at times, some will put that down to the fact that he has played more minutes than almost any other player in the Spurs squad.

Some sources have claimed over recent weeks that Tottenham may cash in on Porro this summer to relieve their financial pressures, and according to some outlets, Manchester City have their eye on Porro.

Three La Liga clubs affected by Tottenham’s Pedro Porro decision

Fichajes have now claimed that Spurs have opened the door to the right-back’s departure this summer, and clubs are wasting no time in exploring a move for the defender.

The outlet backs up the claim about Man City evaluating Porro and reveals that they have now been joined in the race for the Tottenham man by three Spanish sides: Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Villarreal.

It is explained that Diego Simeone is looking at the Spain international as an option for the right-wing role, while Barcelona want him to battle Jules Kounde for the right-back slot.

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The report adds that Villarreal will only consider making a move for Porro if they qualify for the Champions League.

Why do Tottenham want to sell Porro and for what fee?

Fichajes claim that Tottenham have been relatively pleased with Porro’s performances this season, but they believe that they could get a good financial return for the experienced full-back.

With the interest in the Spaniard’s signature growing, the Lilywhites are hoping to get more than £50m from the former Sporting Lisbon man’s sale.

A player who Tottenham Hotspur tried to sign last summer and allegedly explored a move for again in January is now expected to be in the shop window this summer, according to a club insider.

Based on the speculation over the last few weeks, it appears that Spurs are prioritising reinforcements in the middle of the park ahead of the transfer window.

It turns out that an English midfielder they have had a keen interest in over the last 12 months may be on the market this summer.

Some sources claimed that Jacob Ramsey was keen on a switch to Tottenham last summer after the North London club made a move, but Aston Villa were reluctant to let him leave.

Ahead of the January window, it was reported that Spurs were ready to rival Newcastle and Arsenal for Ramsey, but once again, the attacking midfielder remained at Villa Park.

Former Villa man expects Jacob Ramsey to leave this summer

Mick Brown, who has worked as a scout for several Premier League clubs, including Aston Villa, and remains well connected with the Midlands side, expects the 23-year-old to be put up for sale this summer.

He claimed that Ramsey is not in Unai Emery’s plans and that the England Under-21 international wants to leave the club in search of regular game time. It is not revealed whether Tottenham Hotspur would be interested in Jacob Ramsey again.

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Brown told Football Insider: “Jacob Ramsey is one I hear could leave Villa. It’s a bit like the Kobbie Mainoo situation at Man United, where he would be sold to help them raise money because of their financial issues.

“That money could then be spent on new players who would improve their side. I don’t think the manager knows where Ramsey fits in with his plans. He’s played in midfield and out wide without really managing to establish himself anywhere.

“There are players ahead of him in both positions, so if a big offer comes in, I think they’ll sell. From his point of view as well, he’ll want to be playing regular first-team football at this stage of his career, and I don’t think he’ll get that at Villa.

“So it could be a deal that works for all parties, providing the fee is right, and I’m sure there won’t be a shortage of interest because he’s a talented player.”

What other midfielders are Tottenham eyeing?

There is certainly a theme to the midfielders that Ange Postecoglou’s men have been linked with, with the club seemingly targeting homegrown, energetic and versatile midfielders.

Tottenham are thought to be on the trail of Morgan Gibbs-White, while it has also been revealed that Spurs are well placed to win the race for Lille’s Angel Gomes.