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Fulham have now come up with a plan to stop Rodrigo Muniz from leaving this summer after hearing that Tottenham are circling the striker.

With reports claiming that Richarlison is expected to leave Spurs this summer and with there being question marks over Mathys Tel’s future at N17 beyond the end of the season, one would expect Tottenham to enter the market for a number nine this summer.

Earlier this month, it emerged that Spurs had set their sights on Rodrigo Muniz, who has had an impressive season for Fulham, having found the back of the net 11 times across all competitions so far.

However, it turns out that the Cottagers are not prepared to let the Brazilian leave the club without a fight this summer.

Fulham take decisive step to stop Rodrigo Muniz from joining Tottenham

GiveMeSport have now also confirmed that Tottenham Hotspur are keen on Muniz while revealing that the centre-forward is also on Chelsea’s radar.

However, the report says that key decision-makers at Fulham are now taking decisive steps to ward off interest in the striker.

The outlet claims that the West London club are now set to open contract talks with Muniz and are ready to offer him a substantial pay rise in an effort to tie him down over the long term.

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According to the sources that GiveMeSport have spoken to, the former Flamengo man is not likely to exit Fulham this summer.

Why Fulham are in a strong position regarding Rodrigo Muniz

Muniz only has one year left on his contract, but it is revealed that Marco Silva’s men have the option to trigger a one-year extension.

They are thus well placed to resist an offer for the forward even if they are not able to tie him down to a new deal.

The publication adds that Fulham are delighted with how the forward has progressed this season and they value him in the region of £50m.

A financial expert has explained that Tottenham Hotspur and all the other Premier League clubs are set to receive a financial boost due to the fact that Leeds United and Burnley have been promoted from the Championship.

Burnley’s promotion is good news for the Lilywhites as it means that Tottenham are set to receive a £3m boost due to their sell-on clause on Marcus Edwards, who the Clarets are obligated to sign for £8.5m this summer.

However, that is not the only reason why Daniel Levy and Spurs will be pleased that Scott Parker’s men have been promoted alongside Leeds.

It has now been explained that the Lilywhites and the remaining clubs in the top flight will benefit as a result of the savings that the Premier League will make in terms of parachute payments.

Extra funds are to be distributed among Premier League sides

Parachute payments exist to help relegated clubs cope with the significant loss in revenue from broadcasting deals, with payments made to relegated clubs for three years after they go down.

However, football finance expert Keiran Maguire explains that those payments will not have to be made in full if the clubs get promoted back to the Premier League within that three-year timeframe.

That is the case with Burnley, who were relegated last season and Leeds, who went down two seasons ago.

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Maguire explains that £102m in parachute payments were saved when Leicester and Southampton bounced straight back up last season, and a further £51m will be saved now that Burnley and Leeds are promoted.

This £153m is now expected to be divided between the Premier League sides, which Spurs and the other top-flight sides will be very pleased about.

Much-needed financial boost for Tottenham after Daniel Levy’s warning

After Spurs posted a loss for the fourth straight financial year in a row, Daniel Levy warned the fans that Tottenham’s current transfer spending is not sustainable.

This financial boost is thus very timely for the North London side and their coffers might be about to be boosted even further.

Tottenham Hotspur may not just make major changes to their coaching staff and to the playing squad this summer, with a new report claiming that there could also be several big changes in the club’s hierarchy before the start of next season.

It has been widely reported that a managerial change is likely at Tottenham this summer, but it has been suggested over recent weeks that other big figures could also follow Ange Postecoglou through the door.

Following the appointment of Vinai Venkatesham as the club’s new chief executive officer, various sources have claimed that Tottenham’s chief football officer, Scott Munn, could depart.

However, it turns out that Munn might not be the only one to make way this summer, with a restructuring potentially on the cards.

Tottenham could wave goodbye to Ange Postecoglou and Scott Munn

The Daily Mail have now said that Munn could be joined on his way out of the door by several senior figures as Tottenham plan to conduct a review into their underperformance this season.

The outlet says that various departments within the football operation are under the microscope at Hotspur Way at the moment.

A series of changes are expected at Tottenham Hotspur across departments like medical, sports science and analytics as the club look to turn a new page.

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The feeling among the Spurs board is that this season has simply not been good enough across the board, with one Tottenham insider quoted as telling the publication: “Nobody is safe”.

Fabio Paratici could return to Tottenham

While this report from The Daily Mail does not go into specifics of who Spurs may look to hire this summer, we have heard over recent weeks that the club are keen on bringing one man back to N17.

According to reports, Daniel Levy is attempting to re-hire Fabio Paratici in a full-time role, two years on since the Italian was forced to resign from his position as Tottenham’s managing director.

Tottenham are keeping a close eye on another Gray at Leeds United, with 16-year-old striker Harry Gray now attracting strong interest from Ange Postecoglou’s side.

Tottenham Hotspur’s recruitment team appear to be turning their attention once again to Elland Road, with reports linking them with an interest in Harry Gray, younger brother of Tottenham midfielder Archie Gray.

The teenager has built a solid reputation across various age groups, showing a sharp eye for goal in youth football. Still only 16, Harry has already represented England at Under-17 level, further underlining his growing potential.

More recently, Harry Gray made his senior debut for Leeds United during their 6-0 thrashing of Stoke City, a game which also confirmed the Yorkshire club’s return to the Premier League.

Tottenham keeping tabs on Harry Gray’s Leeds United progress

Despite that debut showing how highly rated he is at Leeds, Tottenham are still watching Harry Gray closely, according to GIVEMESPORT.

While a move this summer is not necessarily on the cards, Spurs have not ruled out trying to tempt him to follow in his brother’s footsteps by leaving Leeds for north London.

It’s understood that Tottenham scouts have been present at several of Harry’s matches, and there’s a growing feeling within the club that they could look to prise him away from his boyhood club at the right moment.

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Tottenham are said to be biding their time, not seeing Harry as an immediate target for the next window, but there’s a willingness to keep their options open, especially with Archie Gray already thriving in Ange Postecoglou’s squad.

Archie Gray recently won Young Player of the Year at the London Football Awards for his debut season at Tottenham Hotspur.

Spurs could lean on Leeds relationship for Harry Gray transfer

Tottenham have dealt with Leeds United before, which could give them an advantage if they decide to act on their interest.

Last summer, Spurs sanctioned a loan move for Manor Solomon to Elland Road after he rejected a switch to La Liga side Getafe, while Joe Rodon also secured a permanent transfer to Leeds in their bid to bounce back from Championship play-off heartache.

Sources close to Tottenham say the club’s scouts have been impressed with Harry Gray’s performances since being assigned to track his progress.

Tottenham are keeping tabs on Lazio defender Mario Gila, with the Spanish centre-back reportedly viewed as a potential replacement for Cristian Romero.

Tottenham Hotspur are expected to have a busy summer window, with both departures and new arrivals likely at the club.

One player who appears to be edging towards an exit is Cristian Romero, who has yet to agree terms on a new deal after being offered a fresh contract by Spurs.

The Argentine has attracted serious interest from Spain, with Atletico Madrid making their intentions clear by reaching out to Romero’s representatives.

Tottenham consider Mario Gila transfer to replace Cristian Romero

Now, fresh reports from CaughtOffside reveal that Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing up Lazio’s Mario Gila as a possible replacement for Cristian Romero.

The 24-year-old Spanish centre-back has impressed in Serie A this season, and Lazio are reportedly open to letting him leave for a fee in the region of €40-45 million (£34-38.5m).

With Romero linked with a move to Spain, Spurs are thought to be preparing for defensive reinforcements, and Gila’s profile appears to fit the bill perfectly.

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Man City and others also chasing Lazio defender Mario Gila

It is also said that the chance to move to the Premier League could be a major opportunity for Gila, who’ll want to test himself at the highest level.

Manchester City are also believed to be monitoring the defender closely, with Pep Guardiola reportedly a fan of Gila’s passing range, positioning and intelligence in defence.

Guardiola is said to be keen on integrating him into a back line that already includes the likes of Ruben Dias and John Stones.

Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are also in the frame, as both clubs seek to bolster their defensive depth. Meanwhile, Real Madrid retain a 50% resale clause on Gila after his move to Lazio, which could complicate any negotiations depending on the final fee.

Cristian Romero’s recent comments about his future have sparked fresh questions about his long-term commitment to Tottenham Hotspur, but is he wrong to want out of Spurs?

Cristian Romero’s future at Tottenham has become a hot topic as the summer transfer window edges closer.

Romero has reportedly turned down a new contract offer from Spurs, despite the club tabling a sizeable pay rise to keep him in north London.

Tottenham, for their part, haven’t taken the refusal lightly. The message from the Spurs board to Romero has been blunt: either sign the new deal or prepare to be sold.

With La Liga sides monitoring the situation, Cristian Romero doesn’t seem fazed by the idea of a Tottenham exit. In fact, his latest interview has only added fuel to the fire.

When asked about his future, Romero replied, “We’re in the Europa League semi-finals, and I want to finish the season on a high note. After that, we’ll see. My focus is always on growing and looking for new places to continue developing.”

Pressed further on his preferred destination, the centre-back admitted: “A league I would like to play in would be Spain to compete in all the major leagues.”

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Cristian Romero hints at Tottenham exit with Spain admission

Those very words suggest one thing – Cristian Romero thinks he is ready for bigger stages than Tottenham can offer, craving elite-level competition and silverware.

Naturally, for fans, it’s not easy to accept the idea of losing a player of Romero’s quality. Spurs Supporters have been split in their reaction to Romero’s recent transfer comments; some expected this outcome, while others feel his commitment is now in question and want him benched for the remainder of the season.

But is Cristian Romero really at fault for thinking beyond Tottenham? The honest answer is no – in truth, this moment has been a long time coming.

Earlier in the campaign, Romero made headlines by openly criticising the club’s leadership, accusing them of failing to improve the squad in the way other top sides have.

Romero didn’t mince his words, insisting that the club’s stagnation lies with those at the top. “Manchester City competes every year, you see how Liverpool strengthens its squad, Chelsea strengthens their squad, doesn’t do well, strengthens again, and now they’re seeing results.

“Those are the things to imitate,” he said. “Hopefully, they realise who the true responsible ones are, and we move forward because it’s a beautiful club that, with the structure it has, could easily be competing for the title every year.”

Stats show Romero’s frustration with Spurs is justified

Those comments don’t come from nowhere – they’re the words of a player fed up with what he sees at Spurs.

Since joining in the 2021/22 campaign, Tottenham’s league finishes have been anything but encouraging.

Fourth in his debut season, then eighth, followed by fifth, and now a bleak 16th with just a handful of games to go. The signs point to decline, not progress.

While rivals have added depth and quality, the Lilywhites have seemingly gone backwards. The cause? Lack of investment and vision.

It’s no surprise Cristian Romero is restless – he’s watched 61 former Tottenham players go on to win trophies elsewhere.

And with Ange Postecoglou’s own position under scrutiny, Tottenham are again bracing for another rebuild.

Tottenham are on the slide. When that happens, your top players notice – and sooner or later, they start heading for the exit.

A fair few fringe players will be battling to break into Ange Postecoglou’s starting eleven for Tottenham’s Europa League semi-final, and with spots up for grabs, every minute on the pitch now counts. Let’s meet the five firinge players who could force their way into the starting XI.

The Europa League semi-final between Tottenham Hotspur and Bodo/Glimt is shaping up to be a fascinating clash.

Both sides are looking to book a place in the final, and for Bodo/Glimt, it would be the first time they’ve reached such a stage in European competition.

Tottenham, meanwhile, are chasing their first piece of silverware since 2008. The last time they lifted the Europa League – back in the 1971/72 season – is a distant memory, but winning this one would finally end their long-standing 17-year trophy drought.

Both sides have contrasting advantages going into this tie. Tottenham have received a significant boost with three of Bodo/Glimt’s key players expected to miss the first leg.

On the flip side, Bodo/Glimt will have the luxury of a full week’s rest before the second leg, while Spurs are juggling a tight fixture list.

With so much at stake, every player will be desperate to feature – and for some on the fringes, this might be their golden chance to stake a claim.

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Wilson Odobert has to beat two Tottenham players

Wilson Odobert has had a stop-start time at Tottenham. The winger, who made headlines with a brace against AZ Alkmaar, has struggled to string a consistent run together, not helped by a minor knock that sidelined him just as he looked set to kick on.

Now back in the fold, the challenge is steep. He’s not just contending with Brennan Johnson but also with Dejan Kulusevski, who has arguably been one of Tottenham’s standout performers this season.

With a trip to Anfield on the cards before the first leg of the semi-final and West Ham before the return leg, a strong showing against Liverpool could boost Odobert’s chances of featuring against Bodo/Glimt, that is, of course, if he starts.

Pape Matar Sarr needs to outperform Lucas Bergvall and Rodrigo Bentancur

Pape Matar Sarr is another player floating on the fringes. He’s had chances this season, but commanding displays have been few and far between.

Now, he’s in a direct battle with Lucas Bergvall and Rodrigo Bentancur for a spot in the middle of the park.

Given how well both have played lately, it’s hard to see how Sarr breaks through, unless he seriously raises his levels in training or seizes a rare opportunity in one of the league games leading up to the semi-final.

Richarlison pushing for a Tottenham start over Dominic Solanke

Richarlison’s form has picked up recently, and his performance against Nottingham Forest was a timely reminder of his qualities.

Despite fitness concerns and injury issues, Richarlison has still managed to outscore Dominic Solanke this year, doing so with fewer minutes under his belt.

His availability will depend on how well his body holds up between now and the semi-final, but if he stays fit and firing, he could very well lead the line for Tottenham in one of the two Europa League semi-final legs.

Djed Spence could make a case against Liverpool

For a moment, it looked like Djed Spence had leapfrogged Destiny Udogie in the pecking order, but Udogie’s composed performance in the quarter-final against Eintracht Frankfurt reminded everyone why he’s so highly rated.

Spence, meanwhile, hasn’t quite hit the same levels recently, not entirely his fault, given Tottenham’s poor Premier League run, but still, he needs a big performance.

The Italian full-back was rested against Nottingham Forest, which could’ve opened the door for Spence, but it’s now confirmed that Udogie is fit. Even so, a standout display against Mohamed Salah could swing the balance in Spence’s favour.

Kevin Danso could come in if Cristian Romero dips

Kevin Danso has only just returned from a hamstring issue, but looked sharp in his brief appearance against Forest.

With Cristian Romero having endured an up-and-down season, Danso might find a way in if the Argentine centre-back doesn’t maintain his levels – or if Spurs switch to a back five.

Postecoglou will have a headache managing the squad over both legs of the tie, and if Danso continues to show he’s ready, a start could be on the cards.

A report has shed light on Tottenham’s valuation of Cristian Romero this summer after the centre-back went public with his desire to pursue a new challenge at the end of the season.

Unless you have been living under a rock over the last month, you will be aware that Atletico Madrid have been credited with an interest in the Argentine centre-back.

In fact, it has been claimed by a few outlets that Diego Simeone has already spoken to Romero about a summer switch, with the Spurs vice-captain thought to be open to the move to the Spanish capital.

This was confirmed by the player this week, with Romero admitting that he wants to “go to new places to keep growing” and confessing that he wants to experience La Liga.

How much will Tottenham demand for Cristian Romero?

The Times have now claimed that the centre-back is ‘paving the way for an exit’ from Tottenham Hotspur with the comments he has been making to the media at different points this season.

The outlet claims that Daniel Levy will demand ‘at least £60m’ for Romero from Atletico or any other suitor, with Spurs wanting to make a profit on the £42.5m they spent to sign him from Atalanta in 2022.

Interestingly, the publication suggests the club may have been preparing for Romero’s sale as early as January, which is why Tottenham made a £70m offer for Marc Guehi, which was turned down by Crystal Palace.

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Could Spurs turn to Marc Guehi once again this summer?

Tottenham’s club-record offer for the Palace man suggests that he has been identified by the club’s recruitment team as the ideal choice to replace Romero.

The 24-year-old enters the final year of his deal at Selhurst Park this June, and it has been reported by a few outlets that Spurs have made Guehi one of their priority summer targets.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly eyeing one of their former players as a potential replacement for Ange Postecoglou this summer after seeing the strides that he has made in his short managerial career so far.

Various sources over recent days have claimed that Tottenham look set to miss out on their top managerial target Andoni Iraola, with the Lilywhites thus potentially set to turn their attention to other alternatives over the coming days.

Marco Silva and Thomas Frank are thought to be the next names on Spurs’ wishlist, while various sources have suggested over recent days that Oliver Glasner has caught Tottenham’s eye.

A fresh update has now claimed that Spurs may turn to a familiar face this summer after being impressed by the work he has done in the Championship.

Tottenham are watching Scott Parker’s managerial career

This report comes from The Daily Mail, who confirm that Iraola and Silva are the names at the top of Spurs’ wishlist.

However, the outlet explains that Scott Parker also has many admirers at the club after guiding Burnley to the Premier League this season.

Parker not only played for Spurs but also began his coaching career in the club’s academy and is said to be a highly respected figure at Hotspur Way.

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It is pointed out, however, that the 44-year-old’s success at Burnley has been built on defensive solidity, with The Mail thus suggesting that he might not be as suited to inheriting Postecoglou’s attack-minded squad as someone like Iraola.

Why Spurs fans should not turn their noses up at Parker

Many Spurs fans will not like the idea of appointing Parker, given that he has not yet proven himself at the Premier League level.

However, the days of appointing managers with a pedigreed record are over, with most clubs now preferring younger managers with fresher tactical ideas rather than an experienced head.

There is a reason why clubs like Chelsea and Bayern Munich have gone for the likes of Enzo Maresca and Vincent Kompany, respectively, rather than simply appointing the biggest name available.

Bodo/Glimt have been dealt a series of blows ahead of their Europa League semi-final against Tottenham, with key suspensions and a fresh injury doubt weakening their squad before the first leg.

While Tottenham’s league performance is nothing to write home about, their Europa League showing has been rather encouraging.

Monday’s 2-1 defeat marked Spurs’ 18th loss of their Premier League campaign, but they’ve looked far more composed in Europe, losing just two of their 12 fixtures in the competition so far.

Up next for Ange Postecoglou’s side is Norwegian outfit Bodo/Glimt in the semi-finals, a team with a formidable home record, having never lost a knockout match at the Aspmyra Stadion.

Bodo/Glimt suffer injury and suspension blow before Tottenham clash

Postecoglou’s men know that three more wins would seal the Europa League crown, and ahead of the first leg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, they may have just been handed a timely boost.

Captain Patrick Berg is suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards in the competition, and his midfield partner Hakon Evjen is also ruled out for the same reason.

Andreas Helmersen, who scored a crucial goal against Lazio, will miss out as well after being sent off in the previous round.

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To make matters worse for head coach Kjetil Knutsen, Ole Blomberg is now an injury doubt for the Tottenham clash. The 23-year-old winger was forced off just 15 minutes into Bodo/Glimt’s 2-2 draw with Molde on Monday.

The extent of the injury is unclear, but he was seen leaving the stadium on crutches and wearing a protective boot.

Spurs handed scheduling headache despite Bodo absences

While these absences are a blow for the Norwegian side, they do have a slight edge in terms of scheduling, as Bodo/Glimt won’t be playing a domestic fixture during the week of the Europa League semi-final second leg, with their league game rescheduled.

The Lilywhites, in contrast, face a gruelling run. Tottenham take on Liverpool and West Ham between the two legs against Bodo/Glimt, before meeting Crystal Palace shortly after the semi-final concludes.

Squad depth and availability will be absolutely key. With no suspensions of their own, Spurs should have a near full-strength squad to call upon.

Whether that proves decisive remains to be seen, but both teams have their own advantages heading into the tie – it’s down to who makes them count.