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Chelsea are reported to have exploded into the race for £67m-rated Xavi Simons as Tottenham face another transfer battle with the Blues.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for RB Leipzig star Xavi Simons, who has impressed during his time in Germany.

The Dutch international has notched up 44 goal involvements in 76 appearances, scoring 21 goals and assisting 23 during his three seasons at RB Leipzig.

It has since emerged that the German outfit are open to parting ways with Simons this summer, with the 22-year-old valued at a hefty £67m, and Tottenham are believed to be among the clubs keen on securing his signature.

Chelsea make move for Tottenham target Xavi Simons

Fresh reports from TeamTalk now claim that Chelsea have joined Tottenham Hotspur in the race for Xavi Simons.

The Blues are said to be seriously weighing up an approach for the RB Leipzig attacking midfielder, as the club looks to strengthen their ranks with a series of high-profile additions this summer.

It is understood that Chelsea has already made contact with Simons’ representatives, signalling their intent as they prepare to launch a formal offer for the Dutchman.

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Chelsea are also believed to view Simons as a dynamic and inventive presence in midfield – someone who can add cutting edge and unpredictability in the final third, which has been lacking for large parts of the campaign.

Tottenham, meanwhile, still retain a strong interest in the 22-year-old, having first reached out to his camp in January. However, reports suggest Spurs have not yet taken the next step, which could allow Chelsea to steal a march in the coming weeks.

Spurs must act fast as Chelsea push for Simons transfer

The Blues have already pipped Tottenham to one of their targets this summer, having secured the signing of Delap from Ipswich Town, despite Spurs showing firm interest in the forward.

Tottenham will be eager to avoid a repeat situation, particularly with Simons being a player they have tracked closely for some time now.

However, the race is far from a two-horse one, with both Arsenal and Liverpool also monitoring developments around the 22-year-old.

Arsenal are yet to make a formal move, but Liverpool are actively in the market for a creative midfielder, and Simons is among the names on their shortlist.

Tottenham Hotspur fans have not held back in their reactions, as the club continues to pursue yet another teenage target.

Tottenham Hotspur are set to play in the Champions League next season and as such Spurs need to secure the signing of experienced players, according to manager Ange Postecoglou.

However, despite the manager’s comments, Spurs have once again been linked with a youngster, with attention having turned to the Danish Superliga, in a move that does not exactly scream experience for Europe’s biggest stage.

Reports from June 6 claim that Tottenham are now firmly back in the race for Victor Froholdt, as the Lilywhites are said to be monitoring the 19-year-old midfielder closely, with other European clubs also believed to be keeping tabs on the player.

Tottenham tracking FC Copenhagen starlet Victor Froholdt

Victor Froholdt enjoyed a standout campaign last season, operating primarily as a central midfielder, making 53 appearances for FC Copenhagen.

He ended the season with six goals and five assists to his name – and although he lacks Champions League experience, the 19-year-old has featured 16 times in the UEFA Conference League, which has at least given him some exposure to continental football, although at a lower level than Spurs will be competing in.

Spurs fans, well aware of the club’s interest in Froholdt, have expressed frustration at what they see as a continued focus on youth rather than proven quality.

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One supporter said: “Are we opening up a daycare?” while another questioned: “Oh look, more kids when we were supposed to be signing experienced players this window.” Another fan joked sarcastically: “Yasss… the experienced player we need.”

Some fans attempted to remain hopeful, with one commenting: “Last time we signed a Scandinavian midfielder it went alright, did it not?”

Others admitted Froholdt has talent but maintained their stance: “Obviously we need established players, so this is not the sort of link we want to hear. But he is a great talent and could easily be another Bergvall-level player.”

Spurs must be balanced in summer transfer window

It has been reported that Tottenham are aiming to land a marquee signing this summer, a move that would demonstrate clear ambition and intent.

But right now, that ambition feels theoretical, as the club continues to miss out on key targets amid the lingering uncertainty around Ange Postecoglou’s future.

Supporters are rightfully frustrated, as the lack of concrete movement, particularly in the senior end of the squad, only fuels the perception that Spurs are not moving with purpose.

Still, balance is crucial. If Tottenham are to thrive next season, they will need a healthy mix of both talented youngsters and experienced heads.

Ange Postecoglou saw it coming long before his Tottenham sacking became a reality, as the Australian manager had already hinted at the exact circumstances that would lead to his downfall.

Tottenham Hotspur’s sacking of Ange Postecoglou has since been confirmed, and it would not have come as a surprise to many, given the Australian’s Premier League record.

Spurs revealed in their long statement following the manager’s sacking that Postecoglou’s run of 78 points from his last 66 Premier League games meant that they had to part ways with him.

A new manager is expected in the Tottenham dugout this season, with reports strongly linking Thomas Frank as the club’s main choice to take over from Postecoglou.

Ange Postecoglou predicted Tottenham sacking back in October

Winning the Europa League trophy was not enough to paper over the cracks of Postecoglou’s poor domestic campaign, as Tottenham made Ange the 15th manager to be axed by chairman Daniel Levy.

While the decision came as a surprise to a few Spurs fans, with many questioning why Levy would part ways with a European winner, Postecoglou might not have been surprised, given that he predicted such an outcome back in October 2024.

Speaking on Erik ten Hag’s sacking by Manchester United, the Australian manager was quick to highlight that winning trophies is not enough to keep a manager in a job, given that ten Hag was sacked after winning two pieces of silverware with the Red Devils.

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Postecoglou said, as relayed by TNT Sport: “We’ve got a manager who’s won two in the last two years who’s just got the sack. Everyone tells me, just win a trophy and you’ll be fine. I don’t think so.”

Tim Sherwood outlines what next Spurs manager must prioritise

Postecoglou’s prediction was indeed correct, as he was sacked after leading Tottenham to their worst ever domestic finish in the Premier League, with Spurs ending the 24/25 season in 17th place.

Tim Sherwood has revealed what the next Tottenham manager needs to do if he is to keep his place in the dugout. According to the former Spurs boss, it is not enough to win a trophy – instead, the objective has to be to remain competitive in the Premier League.

He said: “I am not surprised to be perfectly honest. It does not mean to say I agree with the decision, I just felt that having lost 22 games in the Premier League, and finished in the position where Tottenham did, I thought that it would not have sat well with the hierarchy there.

“Even though they went on and won a major European competition and qualified for the Champions League in the meantime, and that look there after the Brighton game – I think that was the writing on the wall there. When I saw Daniel’s face, I thought you have got to be really careful what you wish for.

“I was worried for the Tottenham fans because the new man going there – what is the objective? Because the objective is not to win trophies obviously.

“The objective is to be more competitive in the Premier League, which is the bread and butter, where people pay for their season tickets and they go and watch it week in, week out. That seems to be the objective of the board.

“You need to be quite clear when you are going in there, whoever it may be. There are a lot of managers being tied around, they need to make sure they know what the objective is and what success looks like.”

Pop icon Robbie Williams could not help himself as he cheekily reminded Arsenal fans that their European trophy drought continues, with a classic north London dig that will have Tottenham fans smiling.

The past few weeks for Tottenham Hotspur fans have been nothing but surreal as they watched their club end their long wait for silverware after they beat Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final.

A scruffy toe-poke from Brennan Johnson was enough for the Lilywhites in Bilbao in a game that is set to go down as one of the best during Ange Postecoglou’s time at Tottenham.

The banter era is now over, as Tottenham now have a trophy to show for their valiant effort in recent years, with many of those ending in near misses for the Lilywhites, but last season was the holy grail moment for them.

Robbie Williams mocks Arsenal as Tottenham enjoy European glory

While the white side of north London continues to celebrate their fourth European trophy in their history, the red side has little to shout about, except for their umpteenth second-placed finish in the last five seasons, with, of course, no silverware to show for it.

Pop star Robbie Williams continues to be full COYS, as the singer was quick to take a dig at the Gunners, who are still awaiting their first taste of European success.

The musician, during his concert, made it clear that a European trophy was only just four miles away from Arsenal, who have never won one. He was spotted saying: “How far away are Arsenal from a European trophy?” before cheekily responding: “Four f***ing miles.”

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Spurs fans hope for more European nights after win over Manchester United

With the memories of their Europa League triumph still fresh in their mind, Tottenham fans would be hoping they can add another European trophy to their cabinet when they take on Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup.

Indeed, such a matchup would not be easy for the Lilywhites, but several Tottenham fans remain optimistic that Spurs can beat PSG come 13 August.

For sure, coming in as underdogs could work well for Spurs, as many do not expect the Lilywhites to emerge victorious, but that could play in their favour, and hopefully it leads to another famous European night that would surely sting Arsenal fans even more.

Tottenham’s next manager could arrive with two familiar faces, as Thomas Frank eyes a north London rebuild featuring key Brentford players.

Tottenham Hotspur are edging closer to sealing the deal on their 16th manager in the last 24 years, following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou.

Talks continue to take place between Spurs and their preferred managerial option, Thomas Frank, with reports stating that talks between Frank and Tottenham are almost finalised.

Spurs fans could expect an announcement on a new manager sometime this week, as Tottenham Hotspur edge closer to landing Brentford’s Thomas Frank.

Thomas Frank wants Bryan Mbeumo and Nathan Collins at Tottenham

Indeed, should Frank be appointed the new manager of Tottenham Hotspur, he is expected to get to work right off the bat, as Spurs look to begin preparations for the 2025/26 season.

A pre-season tour to Asia has already been announced, with friendlies against Arsenal in Hong Kong, Bayern Munich in the Allianz Arena, and a UEFA Super Cup final expected to be a few of the fixtures on the horizon for the Dane.

He is also expected to be busy with transfers, and now a new report from the Hounslow Herald has stated that Thomas Frank’s £10 million release clause is expected to be met by Spurs, and that the 51-year-old also wants to bring Bryan Mbeumo and Nathan Collins with him to north London.

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Spurs could benefit from signing Bryan Mbeumo and Nathan Collins

Of course, the acquisition of those two players would be a smart piece of business for Tottenham, who need to bolster both their attack and defence ahead of next season.

Mbeumo, for one, just grabbed 20 league goals last season from 38 matches, with the highest return from a Tottenham player being 11 goals from Brennan Johnson.

Adding Mbeumo to their attack would bring a serious injection of quality, and so would bringing in a defender, especially as Tottenham could also lose Cristian Romero, whose future remains uncertain.

Daniel Levy made the unpopular call to sack Ange Postecoglou last week, but it turns out the Tottenham chairman may never have even hired him in the first place.

A lot has been said about Ange Postecoglou’s departure from Tottenham Hotspur, with questions being asked about whether Daniel Levy was right to sack the very manager who helped end Spurs’ long trophy drought.

A few Tottenham fans have voiced their dissatisfaction with the decision to sack Ange Postecoglou. It has also been claimed that Spurs first-team players were left furious with Postecoglou’s exit and some are considering leaving this summer.

Ben Davies has since come out to reveal what it has been like in the Tottenham camp, stating the news came as a shock to the players who found out through the media.

Daniel Levy didn’t want Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham

Journalist Paul O’Keefe has also now revealed that the appointment of Ange Postecoglou was not one that Daniel Levy was keen on, and that he needed some convincing before going ahead with signing the Australian manager.

Scott Munn, who could be leaving Spurs this summer, is reported to be the one who was truly eager to bring his fellow countryman to N17, with Levy reportedly told to stay out of the footballing decisions.

O’Keefe told Last Word on Spurs (12:29): “Levy did not want Ange as manager. He was not his pick, it was Scott Munn’s pick.

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“He had reservations about putting Ange Postecoglou in charge of Tottenham, and he felt that he had to back his new guy and his new regime, because they had obviously built this new infrastructure, and there is no point doing that if you are then going to keep interfering.

“He kept being told ‘you have got to stop interfering with footballing decisions’. He was not keen, and he had to be convinced; obviously, they did the deal eventually.

“I think he is probably sitting somewhere saying to himself, ‘I knew I was right all along’ but, at the end of the day, they still got a trophy and he has ended ENIC’s trophy drought for them. He has a reason to be thankful and just out of sheer courtesy, he should have said something within the club announcement.”

Spurs pushing ahead with Thomas Frank as new manager

With Postecoglou now sacked, Levy is focused on making his 16th managerial appointment as chairman of Spurs.

It has been reported that Thomas Frank is Tottenham’s preferred choice, with talks said to be progressing well, as Spurs look to complete a deal soon.

Tottenham Hotspur have taken a major step towards finalising their managerial appointment, with Brentford boss Thomas Frank now close to taking the reins in north London.

Over the past few hours, reports have surfaced suggesting that talks between Tottenham Hotspur and Thomas Frank are advancing rapidly, but one more step was needed before a deal could be sealed.

In fact, Fabrizio Romano revealed that Spurs are close to finalising terms with the Brentford manager, stating that negotiations between both parties are now in their final stages.

An announcement on the completion of the deal was reportedly set to arrive this week, with claims that Tottenham had set a deadline for concluding their managerial search.

A fresh update, this time from David Ornstein of The Athletic, has now confirmed that Tottenham Hotspur have made contact with Brentford, as the appointment of Thomas Frank nears completion.

The journalist also revealed that Spurs hope to agree a deal within the next 48 hours, with terms already in place with the 51-year-old Dane.

It is understood that Tottenham enjoy a healthy relationship with Brentford, and discussions are ongoing over Frank’s £10m release clause, with other members of his backroom staff expected to follow him to north London.

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Spurs transfers may wait as Frank targets Brentford stars

The transfer window is set to close briefly on 10 June before reopening on 16 June, meaning that any immediate transfer activity from the Lilywhites may be temporarily paused.

However, several reports have indicated that Thomas Frank is eager to reunite with some of his current Brentford players, with suggestions that he would like Tottenham to bring Bryan Mbeumo with him to Hotspur Way.

It has certainly been a hectic few weeks for the Lilywhites, who have been busy implementing changes behind the scenes, but with a new manager expected through the door within 48 hours, the focus should soon return to matters on the pitch as the club’s rebuild continues.

Wrexham are plotting a surprise swoop for Ben Davies, just days after Tottenham exercised a one-year extension to keep the Welsh defender at the club until 2026.

Despite being without a manager in the last three days following the departure of former manager Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham still went ahead with a decision regarding one of their longest-serving players.

It was reported yesterday that Tottenham have triggered the one-year extension clause in Ben Davies’ contract, meaning the 32-year-old will remain at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for at least another season, despite interest from the Championship and Premier League.

Davies, who has been at the club for over a decade, looked set to become a free agent at the end of June, but with this extension now activated, the Wales international is no longer available for free.

Wrexham still want Ben Davies despite new Tottenham contract

Among the clubs interested in Ben Davies is Championship side Wrexham, who are reportedly eager to bring in the experienced defender as they aim to mount a charge towards the Premier League.

According to The Daily Mail, Wrexham still want to sign the 32-year-old despite Tottenham’s decision to extend his contract by another 12 months over the weekend.

However, Tottenham would be prepared to allow Davies to leave this summer, but only if they manage to secure a deal for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite.

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It is understood that the North London club are expected to formalise their interest in the 22-year-old Everton defender next week.

Spurs defensive plans may dictate Ben Davies’ future

Now that Ben Davies is tied down for another year, Wrexham would need to pay a fee to secure his signature, albeit a modest one.

Tottenham still need to reinforce their backline ahead of the new campaign, having conceded 65 goals in 38 Premier League matches last season and ending the campaign with a negative goal difference.

The news of Ange Postecoglou’s dismissal as Tottenham Hotspur has been reverberating around the playing squad over the past few days.

Following Tottenham’s decision to sack Ange Postecoglou on Friday, which came on the second anniversary of his appointment of head coach, there has been plenty of debate over whether or not it was the right decision.

Tottenham explained why they sacked Postecoglou within a statement on the club’s official site which highlighted the Premier League form as the catalyst for change.

The dismissal of the Australian is said to have left many upset, with some Spurs players having threatened to leave the club such was their dismay at the board’s decision.

Some Tottenham fans have been divided over Postecoglou’s exit, while some believe the Europa League win warranted him a stay, others believed that it is impossible to look beyond a seventeenth place finish in the Premier League.

Yves Bissouma shares what Ange Postecoglou said to him on WhatsApp

Many of the Tottenham players have posted messages of thanks to Postecoglou on social media in recent days.

One such player to do so was Yves Bissouma after he posted a classy message in tribute to the 59-year-old’s impact on his Tottenham career.

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Bissouma has now gone a step further by sharing on his Snapchat account a screenshot of a WhatsApp message exchange between himself and his former manager.

Postecoglou wrote: “Hi Biss. I’m sorry I missed your call. I am very proud of you. It was an honour to share a dressing room with you and I appreciate how much you believed in what we were trying to achieve. I wish you only the best for the future. I will always be following. Much love from my family to yours.”

Bissouma replied: “Thank you gaffer and thank you really much for everything you did for me on and off the pitch I’ll always be grateful. the way you believed me and trusted me was incredible I gonna miss you but it’s football life a got a lot to said but I think you know what I’m thinking about you already so I just wishing you all the best for the future and may God protect you and you family #bigboss love.”

Postecoglou added: “Always by your side Biss.”

Thomas Frank must now look to reunite the Spurs squad

With Thomas Frank set to take the Tottenham job, he now must quickly look to get the Tottenham first-team squad back on track.

The highs of the Europa League success have been followed by the dismissal of Postecoglou, who many of the squad were very close to. This is Frank’s first job at a very high level with the greatest respect to Brentford and he must now cut his teeth at being able to man-manage top players.

The Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust have released a statement on the decision to sack Ange Postecoglou and they have one key concern.

Ange Postecoglou became the latest Tottenham manager to be fired, after being shown the door last Friday. Postecoglou is the 15th manager to be sacked in Daniel Levy’s 24 years at Spurs.

He will be remembered fondly at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, having ended the club’s 17-year wait for silverware with a Europa League victory.

However, he oversaw the club’s worst-ever Premier League campaign, as Spurs finished 17th on 38 points. In the 2010/11 season, Birmingham City and Blackpool both finished on 39 points and were relegated to the Championship.

Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust deliver Ange Postecoglou statement

The THST have posted a statement on their X page which acknowledges the club’s reasons for sacking Postecoglou. However, the fan-led organisation have raised a concern about something which has become a ‘habit’ at Tottenham.

The statement read: “On behalf of our members and Spurs fans everywhere we would like to thank Ange Postecoglou for his passion and commitment during his two years at Spurs.

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“The vast majority of fans will love Ange forever because of the incredible moments he gave us in the Europa League, culminating with our first trophy in 17 years and first European trophy since 1984.

“The memories of that amazing night in Bilbao and the victory parade will live forever in our hearts. They will become stories we will tell our children and our grandchildren.

“Spurs fans will understandably have different opinions on what comes next. Many would want to see whether Ange could have built on the new confidence he gave us and the players, next season.

“However, the league results have been a long way short of what Spurs fans expect. We travel the length and breadth of the country to watch our team. We come from all over the World to support them. We pay amongst the very highest ticket prices in Europe. Twenty two league defeats in one season is not okay.

“Our concern now is that it appears we will have yet another change of direction and that this is something that is becoming a habit since we said goodbye to Mauricio Pochettino in 2019 .

“We can only hope that the right decision has been made and that the new manager is fully supported by the Board and everyone at the Club to build on the cup success that Ange has laid. He will need the finances to build a strong squad that can challenge simultaneously on many fronts.

“We wish whoever is appointed well. Spurs fans have had a taste of glory and we don’t want to wait another seventeen years for more.”

Some Spurs supporters have slammed the THST

The THST are often criticised for toeing the line and failing to speak out against the Spurs board. The reaction to their statement on Postecoglou is no different, as while they have questioned Tottenham’s constant chopping and changing of managers, they do acknowledge why the board came to their decision.

One supporter said the statement was ‘pathetic’ and ‘utterly shameful,’ while another accused the Trust of being paid by the club. References were also made to Change For Spurs, a growing fan movement which has staged multiple protests demanding that Levy finally listen to the supporters.

Not all fans feel the same way about the decision to show Postecoglou the door, but the responses to the statement suggest plenty of Tottenham fans are very unhappy.