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Tottenham Hotspur have now set their sights on a highly-rated Liverpool star, who is now thought to be open to an exit from Anfield, but the Lilywhites have to contend with competition from a whole host of clubs across the Premier League and Europe.

It has been well-documented that Tottenham are looking to address their lack of homegrown numbers this summer ahead of their return to the Champions League.

Additionally, it has also been claimed by several sources that strengthening Tottenham’s midfield is one of Thomas Frank’s priorities this summer.

That perhaps explains why the Lilywhites have now allegedly made advances towards a young English midfielder, whose future at Liverpool is thought to be in doubt.

Tottenham have enquired about Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott

It has now been revealed by TBR Football that Tottenham Hotspur have enquired about the availability of Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott.

The versatile attacking midfielder is thought to be keen on an exit from Anfield in search of regular game time, particularly after the arrival of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.

However, the report warns that Spurs are not alone in their admiration of the 22-year-old, with nearly half of the Premier League alleged to have asked for information about his availability.

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Fulham, Newcastle, Everton, Brighton, Crystal Palace, Leeds, Brentford and West Ham, are all said to be monitoring Elliot’s situation at the moment.

It is asserted that Arne Slot’s men are open to selling the midfielder this summer but they are demanding more than £40m for his services.

Tottenham fans have already made it clear that they would love to sign Elliott and James McAtee from Liverpool and Manchester City respectively this summer.

RB Leipzig want Elliott and that could work in Tottenham’s favour

TBR Football say that the Liverpool midfielder is also attracting interest from the Bundesliga, with Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen having shown interest in the youngster.

However, the most serious interest from Germany is coming from RB Leipzig, with the club’s Global Sports Director Jurgen Klopp said to be keen on reuniting with Elliott.

It is asserted that Leipzig view the England Under-21 international as a replacement for Netherlands international Xavi Simons.

Japanese football expert Tasuku Okawa has now revealed what Tottenham fans can expect from Kota Takai, outlining his strengths and weaknesses.

Tottenham Hotspur fans would be eager to see the club’s newest addition, Kota Takai, in action in the Lilywhites of Spurs.

While Tottenham have not officially announced the Japanese international’s arrival, an announcement is expected soon, following recent reports that Spurs have agreed a £5 million deal with Kawasaki Frontale.

Regardless, Takai has already received huge praise from a Japanese football expert, who stated that Spurs’ new signing, at his age, is better than Takehiro Tomiyasu was at a similar stage in his development. The expert also pointed out that it is rare for a player so young to be capped by the Japanese national team.

Now, Freelance football editor and former Goal.com Japan chief editor Tasuku Okawa has revealed what sort of player Takai is and what his strengths and weaknesses are.

According to the analyst, Takai’s key strengths lie in his height and dominance in the air, which give him a clear edge during set-pieces and defensive duels.

He further explains that the centre-back is not just physically imposing, but also possesses good pace and a sharp defensive awareness that allows him to read the game effectively.

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At the same time, he admits that while Takai is technically sound and comfortable on the ball, his youth and lack of high-level experience remain areas that need development if he is to make a smooth transition into the Premier League.

Head of Kota Takai’s move to Tottenham, Okawa told football.london: “His strengths are that he is tall and dominant in the air. He notably matched up well against Cristiano Ronaldo in the recent AFC Champions League match and held his own.

“However, most of the reputation in the air largely comes from his play in the J.League, where the players are generally smaller, so we will need to see how he can adapt in Premier League.

“He has good pace and strong defensive awareness and is technically solid on the ball. He is capable of carrying the ball forward and delivering line-breaking passes. He has grown through the Kawasaki youth team, as did Kaoru Mitoma, who is famous for technique.

“Takai’s weaknesses are that he is still young and needs more experience to refine his defensive moves, including the strengths I mentioned above. When it comes to language, his English is limited, so how quickly he can grasp tactical instructions is uncertain.

“Personality-wise, he is calm and perhaps a bit unconventional. He might need time to adjust to a very different environment. He is not very talkative and does not speak to the media much.

“Kota Takai has a laid-back demeanour, which could make integrating into a new team a bit of a challenge – though with a young Tottenham squad including players like Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall, there may be a smoother path for connection.”

Tottenham must ensure Kota Takai gets English experience

Of course, while the centre-back is one with high potential, he still needs experience playing in England if he is to get used to the physicality of the Premier League.

Spurs often tend to make the mistake of loaning out their young players to less physical leagues, and this tends to affect their development as they struggle to adapt to English football.

Jamie Donley is set to be handed a golden opportunity to force his way into Thomas Frank’s plans at Tottenham this summer, with injuries elsewhere opening the door for the youngster to make his mark during pre-season.

A few Tottenham Hotspur players are expected to get the opportunity to impress during pre-season as preparations for the 2025/26 campaign get underway under new boss Thomas Frank.

One of those players is Jamie Donley, who spent last season on loan at Leyton Orient in EFL League One. The 20-year-old enjoyed a productive spell at Brisbane Road, scoring eight goals and providing 11 assists across the league campaign.

It has now been reported that Frank is ready to give Donley the chance to stake his claim for a spot in the first-team setup during Tottenham’s upcoming pre-season fixtures.

Jamie Donley handed Tottenham chance in Thomas Frank system

Tottenham’s first pre-season clash is scheduled to take place against Reading on Saturday, July 19, at the Select Car Leasing Stadium, with that match expected to set the tone for Frank’s approach this summer.

According to Football.London, Thomas Frank is likely planning to utilise the 4-2-3-1 system at Tottenham, mirroring the setup that brought him success at Brentford and one that could favour players who operate in the number 10 role.

That system could suit Donley, although he will face stiff competition from Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, Wilson Odobert and Alfie Devine when it comes to nailing down a place in the squad moving forward.

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However, with Kulusevski and Maddison currently sidelined through injury and likely to miss the pre-season period entirely, Donley may only have to see off Devine and Odobert in the early stages, which presents a real window of opportunity for the youngster.

Donley faces big pre-season opportunity with Spurs

This scenario provides Donley with a real chance to feature in the number 10 role, especially with Alfie Devine in a similarly pivotal moment in his career as he also looks to impress after his loan spell in Belgium with Westerlo.

Wilson Odobert is set to be one of the last players to return to pre-season training at Hotspur Way, owing to his involvement with France at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur’s long-standing interest in Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi remains intact, but with Liverpool stepping up their pursuit, it remains to be seen if the Lilywhites would be dragged into a transfer tug-of-war.

Tottenham Hotspur were once short on central defenders during the just-concluded season, particularly during the winter window, following an injury crisis that hit the Spurs’ squad.

Key defenders, including Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, were sidelined for extended periods, and as such, Tottenham had to turn to makeshift options, with Archie Gray filling in.

In the winter window, Spurs did go in to rectify their depth issue, signing Kevin Danso; however, it was reported Tottenham wanted to add Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi too, but a £70 million bid was rejected by the Eagles.

Tottenham hold firm interest in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi

With the summer window now open, one would expect that the Lilywhites would go in for the Palace man once more, particularly after his impressive campaign with the South London club.

Marc Guehi was part of the Crystal Palace side that beat Manchester City to win the FA Cup last campaign, keeping a clean sheet against Pep Guardiola’s men.

The England international also managed 44 appearances for the Eagles in all competitions, with 34 of those coming in the Premier League.

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While Spurs continue to drag their feet, Liverpool have since emerged as favourites to sign Guehi this summer, as the Reds are keen to bolster their defence.

However, BBC Sport have now reported that Spurs are one side that could rival Arne Slot’s men for the signature of Marc Guehi, with the publication claiming that Spurs still retain interest in the Palace centre-back.

While Liverpool are thought to be interested in signing younger centre-backs, and Crystal Palace’s price tag of up to £45m could be a sticking point, the Reds are still sniffing around.

Guehi himself will have one eye on guaranteed game time ahead of a World Cup year, while allowing his contract to run down could open up even more opportunities next summer.

Spurs face competition from Liverpool and Chelsea

Although Tottenham are reported to still be interested in the centre-back, no report reveals whether a bid has been put in for Guehi once more by the North London club.

It is claimed that Chelsea, who have a 20 per cent sell-on clause for Guehi should he leave Palace this summer, also explored the possibility of bringing their former academy player back to Stamford Bridge in the winter, and could rival Liverpool for the defender’s signature.

Arsenal are also said to have made initial enquiries on a potential move for the English centre-back, but they have now turned their attentions to Valencia centre-back Mosquera.

Tottenham Hotspur fans are all voicing the same opinion following fresh reports linking Ashley Phillips with a permanent move to Sheffield United.

Tottenham Hotspur are currently well-stocked in defence, particularly with the return of several loan players and the impending arrival of Kota Takai, who is expected to be unveiled shortly by the Lilywhites.

At present, Tottenham have a strong core of central defenders, including Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, Kevin Danso, Luka Vuskovic, Ben Davies and Ashley Phillips, giving the club a wealth of options to choose from at the heart of their backline.

This defensive depth is likely to present a selection headache for new head coach Thomas Frank, especially as younger players will try to push for inclusion in the senior setup.

Tottenham fans urge club to keep Ashley Phillips amid Sheffield United £6m interest

Fresh reports now claim that Sheffield United are willing to pay Tottenham £6 million for Ashley Phillips if the Lilywhites are prepared to part ways with the young defender. However, Thomas Frank has allegedly told Spurs to reject offers for Phillips because he wants to take a look at him in pre-season.

Following this update, we took to social media to gauge the reaction of Spurs supporters and the message was loud and clear – fans believe the club must hold on to the 20-year-old centre-back.

One supporter remarked: “Let Frank make that decision. Phillips is at the age when defenders begin to break out. If he can hang with the likes of Romero and VDV, then he should stay.”

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Another said: “He deserves a chance.” A different fan shared: “Although Phillips received strong reviews for his play last season, I am unconvinced that he has the qualities to shine a level up. He has a good career ahead of him, but we also have Vuskovic, Takai and even Dorrington, and along with the already established centre-backs, all cannot play.”

Further down the thread, one supporter questioned: “Why do we keep buying potential then burying it without a chance?”

Another added: “No way am I selling a 20-year-old Ashley Phillips… I would rather risk losing him for free as there is so much more upside in the kid. Potential to be an England starter within four seasons.”

One more fan commented: “He should be given pre-season at Spurs, as I am sure he will be, and see what Frank makes of him, then go from there.”

What the future holds for Spurs defender Ashley Phillips

While Tottenham supporters appear keen to see their young centre-back remain at the club, reports now suggest that the arrivals of Kota Takai and Luka Vuskovic could signal the end of Ashley Phillips’ stay in north London.

It has been claimed that neither Phillips nor Alfie Dorrington is expected to be part of Thomas Frank’s first-team plans next season, with both players likely to head out on loan once again.

Amidst contradictory updates over the last few days regarding Tottenham’s advances towards Eberechi Eze, Fabrizio Romano has now revealed what his sources have told him about Spurs’ interest in the Crystal Palace star.

Spurs fans have been left scratching their heads over the last few days, amidst the various contradictory claims made by different outlets about Eze’s future.

A few days ago, it was reported that Tottenham were prepared to meet Eberechi Eze’s £68m release clause.

The same update stated that Thomas Frank is convinced that the Eagles man is the ideal fit for his side, while the 26-year-old is keen to be part of the Dane’s project at N17.

However, the very next day, journalist Ben Jacobs claimed that Tottenham had backed off from their pursuit of Eze.

Fabrizio Romano reveals where Tottenham stand on Eberechi Eze

Fabrizio Romano has now explained that the Spurs recruitment team are still in the process of working out their top targets along with Frank.

He explained that Eze is one of several names on Tottenham Hotspur’s wishlist, but the Lilywhites are not currently holding active negotiations with Crystal Palace.

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When asked about Spurs’ pursuit of Eze, Romano told GiveMeSport: “They are preparing the list together with Thomas Frank. So at the moment, there could be plenty of names before they decide who is the player they want. For sure.

“One player they appreciate already, since last summer, is Eberechi Eze, who did fantastically this season at Crystal Palace. And so he remains one of the targets on the list at Spurs.

“But at the moment still not an active negotiation, because they are still assessing all the options and then deciding who is the player they want to sign.”

Which other attackers are Spurs eyeing?

Over recent days, it has emerged that Spurs also hold an interest in Mohammed Kudus, Antoine Semenyo and Xavi Simons, among others.

There have also been some suggestions that Tottenham are still continuing to monitor Tyler Dibling, who is expected to leave Southampton following their relegation.

Fabrizio Romano has now revealed the latest on the transfer battle emerging between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze.

Last week, it was reported that Tottenham were willing to meet Eze’s £68 release clause after the player signalled a willingness to move to N17, and the update excited Spurs fans.

However, their North London rivals have subsequently entered the race, with The Sun revealing a couple of days ago that Arsenal have made contact over a move for Eze.

Over the weekend, journalist Ben Jacobs claimed Tottenham had ‘backed off’ their interest in Eze, adding that Spurs had not made any concrete advances towards the England international despite being fans of the player.

Arsenal hold talks with Crystal Palace over Eze

Fabrizio Romano has now revealed that Spurs remain keen on securing the 27-year-old’s signature, but he too confirms that the Gunners are now serious contenders to land the former QPR man.

The Italian journalist claims that the first contract from Mikel Arteta’s men was made during the weekend and since then, contacts have continued between Arsenal and Crystal Palace.

Romano adds that Tottenham’s fierce rivals are now well-informed about the conditions of the deal required to take Eze to the Emirates.

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He wrote: ‘Arsenal have made contact with Eberechi Eze’s camp over the weekend. Contacts are taking place for Crystal Palace star with AFC informed on deal conditions. Tottenham Hotspur remain also keen on Eze.’

Tottenham are still in the race for Eberechi Eze

It has even been reported over the last 48 hours that Arsenal are now considering making their opening offer for Eze, which is a worrying sign for Tottenham.

Transfer market expert Graeme Bailey believes that Spurs are still leading the race for Eze despite Arsenal’s contact with Palace.

Tottenham are now eyeing West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus as they continue their search for a new forward, and a fresh report from Fabrizio Romano gives the Lilywhites a huge boost.

Over the past few weeks, Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for several forwards in the Premier League.

Reports have claimed that Spurs were looking to land Antonie Semenyo this summer; however, Bournemouth’s steep asking price proved to be a stumbling block for the Lilywhites.

Bryan Mbeumo has also been linked with a move to Tottenham, but it is now understood that Mbeumo would prefer a move to Old Trafford instead.

Tottenham hold talks for West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus

Regardless, Tottenham are still keen on strengthening their attack this summer, and a fresh report has now revealed that they have another Premier League star on their radar.

A report from Matt Law now claims that Tottenham Hotspur have a genuine interest in signing West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus this summer.

It is understood that the wide man, who grabbed nine goal contributions from 35 appearances in all competitions for the Hammers last season, is high on Spurs’ list.

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The report has been confirmed by transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano. It is believed that initial contacts have been made with Kudus’ new agents, but Spurs are not alone in the pursuit of the Ghanaian international, as there are more clubs also involved.

Romano concludes by handing Tottenham a huge boost, stating that Kudus is open to Spurs talks.

He wrote: ‘Tottenham have genuine interest in Mohammed Kudus and he’s high on the list for this summer, as Matt Law reports. Initial contacts took place with his new agents, while there are more clubs also involved. Kudus, open to Spurs talks.’

Kudus release clause and Tottenham’s transfer stance

Of course, links between Tottenham and Kudus are not new, as Spurs Web revealed a few weeks ago that Spurs have been offered the opportunity to sign Mohammed Kudus this summer.

The winger is believed to have a release clause of £85 million, but we revealed that Spurs believe they can land the winger for less than that.

West Ham’s current financial situation means that they are open to a sale this summer, and Chelsea, Manchester United, and clubs in Saudi Arabia retain interest in Kudus as it stands.

Tottenham Hotspur are now ready to break their unofficial transfer embargo with their London rivals, which has lasted 14 years, by securing the signing of one of their biggest stars.

Spurs fans are getting impatient as they watch their Premier League rivals make some big moves in the transfer window while the Lilywhites are yet to kick into action in a major way.

However, that might be about to change soon, with Tottenham set to advance on a winger, who has been linked with a move to N17 over the last few weeks.

It first emerged two weeks ago Tottenham are considering an audacious move to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, and a new report has now claimed that Spurs are prepared to advance on the Ghana international.

Mohammed Kudus could be the first player to move from West Ham to Tottenham since 2011

The Telegraph have now revealed that Spurs are ready to end their unofficial ‘transfer embargo’ with the Hammers by pressing ahead with a move for Kudus.

The outlet claims that even though Tottenham Hotspur have also shown interest in the likes of Bryan Mbeumo, Antoine Semenyo and Eberechi Eze this summer, it is the West Ham man who is the most likely signing to bolster Thomas Frank’s attacking options.

If Spurs do win the race for the 24-year-old, he will become the first player since Scott Parker in 2011 to swap the East London club for N17.

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The outlet claims that Spurs are optimistic that they can clinch a deal for Kudus for a fee well below his £85m release clause.

Two London rivals could challenge Spurs for Kudus

The Telegraph say that the former Ajax man is seen as someone who will give Frank plenty of options, given his ability to play across the forward line, but Spurs are yet to submit an offer for the versatile attacker.

The publication asserts that Chelsea are also monitoring Kudus, but it is pointed out that the Blues are now on the verge of landing Jamie Gittens and Joao Pedro, which may potentially open the door for Tottenham to secure the Ghanaian.

Tottenham supporters are all saying the same thing about Cristian Romero amid fresh transfer reports linking him with a move away from North London.

Tottenham Hotspur are the champions of Europe thanks to their impressive Europa League campaign last season, where they won the competition after beating Manchester United 1-0 in Bilbao, Spain.

At the heart of their remarkable run to the final was Cristian Romero, who was named player of the tournament after several standout displays in the competition, which included a clean sheet in the final.

Romero is a leader and the vice-captain at Tottenham, making him a key member of the squad and one the Lilywhites would be desperate to keep hold of heading into the 2025/26 season.

Tottenham fans react as reports of Atletico Madrid’s deal for Cristian Romero are rubbished

While Tottenham are reported to be looking to hand Cristian Romero a new contract, as they hope he can commit his future to the club, Atletico Madrid continue to circle, looking to poach the Argentine centre-back.

It was reported just yesterday that talks between Atletico and Spurs had progressed, and Tottenham had accepted an offer for Romero worth an initial €55m (£47m) plus €10m (£8.5m) in add–ons.

However, those claims have since been rubbished by Sky Sports reporter Michael Bridge, who said in a post on X: “Told reports from Argentina media that Spurs have agreed a fee with Atletico Madrid for Cristian Romero are not true.”

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Spurs fans have since shared their reaction on social media, with many of them echoing the same sentiment about the latest reports, as they remain hopeful that they can keep hold of their key centre-back.

One fan said: “The numbers did not make sense when you consider what other centre-backs are going for, some with even less time left on their contracts and half the player Romero is in terms of quality.”

Another fan added: “What was the fee? It would tell a lot about the legitimacy of the report.” One more commented: “£55m was never anywhere near enough anyway. £85m and we can talk.”

A fan stated: “Jesus Bridgey, you gave me a heart attack until I read the end bit. He needs to be kept and made captain in my opinion.”

Another was quick to state the preferred fee he wants the centre-back to leave for: “If he needs to go, no less than £80m is acceptable.” One fan urged: “Good. Please stay Cuti. We need you!”

Tottenham are working hard to keep Cristian Romero

Of course, given how important Cristian Romero is to Tottenham, the Lilywhites must keep hold of the centre-back.

It was reported by Fabrizio Romano that Daniel Levy and the club hierarchy are looking to show ambition this summer, and as part of that plan, Spurs are determined to not to sell Romero rather than cash in on the Argentine defender.