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Tottenham Hotspur’s hopes of hanging onto one of their best players have received a blow as a new report sheds light on the player’s intentions ahead of the summer.

While some pundits feel that Spurs still have enough quality to secure their Premier League status, the Lilywhites are set for another poor league finish on the back of their 17th-place finish last season.

As a result, reports indicate that there is panic at Tottenham about losing some of their best players this summer.

One particular Spurs man is emerging as one of the most sought-after players in Europe ahead of the summer transfer window.

Micky van de Ven’s stance on Tottenham future revealed as three-horse race unfolds

It has emerged over recent days that Man United have joined Real Madrid and Liverpool in the race for Micky van de Ven as concerns grow at N17 over the Dutchman’s future.

This has now been backed up by TEAMtalk, who say that the Red Devils are ready to battle the Merseysiders and Los Blancos for the Tottenham man.

It is revealed that Van de Ven is eager to feature regularly in the Champions League, which Tottenham cannot qualify for unless they win the tournament next season.

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The report adds that United may thus become a realistic option for the former Wolfsburg man in the summer should they seal Champions League qualification.

How much will Spurs demand for Van de Ven?

While this update from TEAMtalk reveals that Van de Ven’s attributes make him ‘a very attractive target’ for Liverpool, it suggests that Madrid may not be able to win the race for the player this summer.

It is revealed that a move in the upcoming transfer window for the centre-back may ‘arrive too soon for the Bernebeau hierarchy’, given their priorities and focus on player development.

The report adds that Tottenham value their star defender at £100m as interest in his services continues to grow.

Tottenham Hotspur have just been given some good news in their pursuit of an England international, who has been on their radar since last summer.

Even if they manage to avoid relegation, it is looking like Tottenham Hotspur are set to finish towards the lower end of the table for a second season running.

Some pundits feel that Spurs’ squad is one of the weakest across the Premier League, and there is no doubt that a significant upgrade is needed in the summer.

Ange Postecoglou has accused Tottenham of not acting like a big club in the transfer market, and that has to change if the club are to close the gap with the top sides in the division.

Tottenham target Morgan Rogers could be sold by Aston Villa

Spurs fans want to see their side shopping for the best talent available, and the Lilywhites are thought to be ready to do that.

One such example is Morgan Rogers, who has been described as Tottenham’s dream target by Fabrizio Romano, who revealed that the Lilywhites have been keen on the attacking midfielder since last summer.

Now, GiveMeSport have handed the North Londoners a potential boost by revealing that Rogers could leave Aston Villa at the end of this season, even though he only signed a new deal at the club last summer.

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The report claims that while the attacking midfielder is contracted until 2031 at Villa Park, Unai Emery’s men could sanction his sale in the summer.

This is because Villa narrowly avoided breaching the Premier League’s Profit & Sustainability Rules, and they could be forced to sell some assets this summer to fund moves for their transfer targets.

How much is Rogers likely to cost this summer?

GiveMeSport also spoke to journalist Ben Jacobs on the matter, and he made it clear that the Villans could sell their star man even if they secure Champions League qualification.

However, he suggested that it would take an offer of over £80m to convince Emery’s men to sell the former Middlesbrough man.

Jacobs told the outlet: “Firstly, the contract extension was to reward Rogers and to protect his valuation, and secondly, Villa still may need a significant outgoing, even though they’re on course for Champions League football this season. It may be that financially speaking, and to do a squad overhaul, a big outgoing is still necessary as far as Villa are concerned.

“It’ll be really interesting to see whether the new contract has changed the goalposts and Villa hold more of the cards, or whether those suitors a year ago that may return in summer 2026 point back to their £80million plus valuation from last summer and still feel a deal is possible around those kind of terms.”

Sweden boss Graham Potter has now issued a fresh Dejan Kulusevski injury update for Tottenham ahead of Sweden’s upcoming World Cup playoff games.

Tottenham Hotspur will be hoping to have several of their injured stars back as they look to battle through what has been a difficult Premier League season.

A few players have since made their return this week ahead of the Fulham clash, with Kevin Danso and Pedro Porro back in training and available for selection.

Still, Spurs are expected to be without nine players this weekend, with several long-term absentees remaining sidelined.

Dejan Kulusevski is one such absentee, with the Swede out since last May after suffering a patella injury and undergoing surgery.

The expectation was that Kulusevski would return for the second half of this campaign, but his recovery has taken longer than anticipated.

Addressing the fitness of several players ahead of Sweden’s World Cup play-off tie in March, and offering an update that includes Kulusevski’s situation, head coach Graham Potter said (Football London): “Right now we are just keeping our fingers crossed and hopefully we can get some of those guys back. But if not, we have to find a solution with the guys that are available.”

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This comes as Igor Tudor also commented on Kulusevski’s return in his press conference on Thursday.

Spurs continue to adapt without Kulusevski

With Kulusevski’s return date far from certain, Spurs will need to continue finding solutions without the midfielder.

Thus far, Xavi Simons has been occupying the number 10 role, but there remains a lack of options for Tottenham with James Maddison, Kudus and Lucas Bergvall out injured.

However, with Tudor favouring a 3-4-2-1 formation, Spurs could just about get by if they use two forwards, with all their strikers now available for selection.

Tottenham Hotspur could face a major transfer battle this summer, with Real Madrid reportedly circling one of their brightest young talents.

Tottenham Hotspur have struggled for consistency this season, and it is no surprise they find themselves battling to stay up.

Should the Lilywhites lose their Premier League status, there will be significant financial repercussions, including sponsors leaving the club, with one Tottenham sponsor already set to depart at the end of the season.

The future of several current players will also be in doubt, with members of the first-team squad likely to be poached by several clubs across Europe.

Tottenham midfielder Archie Gray wanted by Real Madrid in

A fresh report from Sports Boom now claims that Real Madrid have taken a shine to Archie Gray. The young midfielder is emerging as one of Tottenham’s more consistent performers this season, delivering solid displays in defence and midfield.

However, it is understood that his consistency and versatility have caught Madrid’s attention, and the Spanish giants are keen on a summer 2026 deal.

The report claims that Los Blancos scouts have been impressed by Gray, with a belief that the former Leeds United star possesses an ‘elite footballing brain’.

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This report comes after it was revealed earlier in the month that Spurs youngster Lucas Bergvall has also attracted interest from Premier League clubs, with Chelsea and Aston Villa keen to sign the Swede.

Spurs set £55m asking price as Bayern Munich join Archie Gray race

Sports Boom’s report goes on to claim that Tottenham have placed a significant asking price on the teenager, stating that Gray is valued at around £55m.

Real Madrid are not the only club credited with interest, as Bayern Munich, who are set to lose Leon Goretzka this summer, are also said to be monitoring the former Leeds United midfielder.

The youngster represents one of Spurs’ better investments in recent windows, and it remains to be seen whether they part ways with the teenager this summer.

Fresh insight has emerged over whether Tottenham Hotspur are actively pursuing a Mauricio Pochettino return, as speculation continues to swirl around the club’s next managerial move.

Tottenham Hotspur fans will hope their side can see out what has been a dismal Premier League season and avoid relegation.

Should that happen, supporters will demand far better next term, and that begins with the permanent managerial appointment.

Several names have been mentioned as favourites for the Tottenham job, with both Mauricio Pochettino and Roberto De Zerbi viewed as Spurs’ top two candidates, while Marco Silva, Oliver Glasner and Andoni Iraola have also been linked as the club prepare to make a key decision ahead of next season.

Tottenham return for Mauricio Pochettino addressed by Alan Brazil

Many Spurs fans have made it clear that Pochettino is their preferred appointment, as the Argentine’s name was sung during Thomas Frank’s final game in charge against Newcastle United.

Reports have also suggested that Tottenham are working behind the scenes to agree a deal with Pochettino.

However, Alan Brazil has now provided an update on whether the club have made any approach.

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Speaking on talkSPORT Breakfast, Brazil addressed the speculation and claimed there has been no contact. He said: “The latest is, they have not even spoken to him.

“So, I do not know what they are doing, and I do not think they know what they are doing.”

Spurs must resolve Premier League status before manager decision

This is unfamiliar territory for Tottenham, a side whose Premier League status has largely been secure over the past four decades.

There is no denying that decisions made at the top of the club have gradually led Spurs to their current position in the table.

In truth, Tottenham cannot realistically make a firm call on a permanent manager while their Premier League status remains uncertain.

If they were to drop into the Championship, their targets could change significantly as they deal with the financial impact of no longer being a Premier League club.

For now, the focus must remain on seeing the season out before any decision is made regarding a new manager.

Tottenham Hotspur return to Premier League action this weekend as they make the short trip across London to face Fulham at Craven Cottage. Here’s how to watch the clash between Tottenham and Fulham on Sunday.

Igor Tudor will hope to guide Tottenham Hotspur to their first Premier League win of 2026 after a disappointing 4-1 defeat against Arsenal in his first outing.

He must, however, overcome a Fulham side who have just emerged from a difficult spell themselves, ending a run of three consecutive defeats with a 3-1 win over Sunderland.

When the two sides met earlier in the season, Marco Silva came out on top, securing a 2-1 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

When and where Fulham vs Tottenham takes place

Tottenham will take on Fulham on Sunday, 1 March 2026 at Craven Cottage, with kick-off scheduled for 14:00 (UK time).

How to watch Fulham vs Tottenham in the Premier League

Supporters in the United Kingdom can watch Fulham vs Spurs live on Sky Sports Premier League.

Spurs and Fulham team news ahead of London derby Premier League clash

Spurs have received a boost on the injury front, with Kevin Danso and Pedro Porro back in training and available for selection, although Cristian Romero remains sidelined.

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Rodrigo Bentancur, Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, Lucas Bergvall, Mohammed Kudus, Destiny Udogie, Wilson Odobert and Ben Davies are also out.

Fulham, on the other hand, will be without Kevin, Sasa Lukic and Samuel Chukwueze due to injury as they prepare for the London derby.

Spurs must seize opportunity in relegation battle

Securing a victory here is vital for Tottenham, who could create some daylight between themselves and the sides below them.

West Ham United face Liverpool this week and may drop points, and Spurs must capitalise if the Hammers fail to take anything.

The relegation scrap is now very real, with four points separating Spurs and West Ham United, making every fixture effectively a must-win.

Tottenham Hotspur’s run of London derbies continues this weekend, with another capital test on the horizon as they prepare to make the short trip to Craven Cottage. We have predicted how Tottenham could line up against Fulham on Sunday.

Tottenham Hotspur’s clash against sides across the capital continues this weekend after they faced Arsenal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last week.

It was a disappointing 4-1 defeat against their fiercest rivals, but Spurs will be looking to move on quickly from that result.

They now make the short trip across London to Craven Cottage to face Fulham, a side that has already got the better of them this season under the guidance of Thomas Frank.

Igor Tudor will be hoping to better his predecessor on Sunday after replicating his defeat against Arsenal in his first outing.

With a few injured players back fit, we have attempted to predict how Tottenham will line up against Fulham.

Tottenham predicted XI vs Fulham as Dominic Solanke and Pedro Porro return

Goalkeeper – Guglielmo Vicario: The Italian will be hoping for a quieter outing against Fulham after what was a baptism of fire last time out. He was not to blame for any of the goals conceded, and we do not expect Tudor to change him here.

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Centre-back – Kevin Danso: The centre-back only just returned from injury and was back in training earlier in the week, and we expect him to be thrown straight back into the mix here.

Centre-back – Radu Dragusin: It was a poor display from Dragusin in the second half against Arsenal, but Tudor is short of options with Cristian Romero still sidelined, so the Romanian should continue at the back.

Centre-back – Micky van de Ven: The video that surfaced after the Arsenal game has not done the Dutchman any favours after he appeared to ignore Tudor’s instructions. Hopefully, that has been resolved, as we expect van de Ven to keep his spot at the back.

Right wing-back – Pedro Porro: The Spaniard has also returned from injury and should be back in the starting XI, which should see Archie Gray vacate the full-back spot.

Pivot midfielder – Joao Palhinha: The Portuguese struggled in the makeshift centre-back role against Arsenal, but we expect Tudor to restore him to his more natural position in the middle of the park.

Pivot midfielder – Archie Gray: Palhinha might not be the only one returning to his preferred position, as we expect Gray to be given a shot in midfield under the new manager.

Left wing-back – Djed Spence: Destiny Udogie remains out, and, as such, Spence should continue on the left for Tottenham.

Number 10 – Xavi Simons: The Dutchman remains the natural option for the number 10 role and should continue there, but he will be looking to improve on his derby-day display, where he was the most dispossessed player.

Number 10 – Pape Matar Sarr: In the clash against Arsenal, we saw Gallagher deployed alongside Simons, but the former Atleti man was not given a particularly advanced role. We expect Sarr to be used in the Gallagher role here against Fulham.

Tottenham Hotspur are edging closer to discovering their Champions League round of 16 fate, with two potential opponents now in view ahead of Friday’s draw.

Atletico Madrid know they could face one of Tottenham Hotspur or Liverpool in the round of 16 of the Champions League following their victory over Club Brugge in yesterday’s play-off encounter.

The Spanish outfit secured a 4-1 win in the return leg at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium after drawing 3-3 in the first leg.

However, their last-16 opponent is not yet guaranteed and will be confirmed during the knockout-stage draw on Friday, 27 February.

Tottenham will play Atletico Madrid or Galatasaray in Champions League R16

While Atletico Madrid are a potential opponent for Tottenham in the next round, Galatasaray are also in the mix following their victory over Juventus in their play-off round.

That is because, following the play-off draw, it was confirmed that Spurs could take on one of four opponents – Atletico Madrid, Juventus, Club Brugge or Galatasaray.

The Turkish outfit secured a 7-5 aggregate win across the two legs, thrashing Juventus 5-2 in the first. The return leg ended 3-2 to the Old Lady, who mounted a spirited comeback and forced extra time, but ultimately fell short after being reduced to ten men following a red card.

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With the play-offs now complete, Tottenham’s round-of-16 opponent will be one of Galatasaray or Atletico Madrid, with Liverpool set to face the other.

Spurs await Champions League draw with European pedigree intact

Spurs will be hoping for a favourable draw on Friday as they aim to progress in the Champions League.

However, this is the highest level, and there are no easy games, which means Tottenham must be ready to put up a fight against whoever they are drawn against.

Spurs are a side with a European pedigree, having won the Europa League last season and reached the Champions League final in 2019 and will equally be a tough opposition for whoever they are drawn against.

Tottenham Hotspur have identified a rising Bundesliga star as a possible replacement for Guglielmo Vicario amid Inter and Juventus links.

It would not be a surprise to see several exits from Spurs this summer on the back of another disastrous Premier League campaign.

One of the players who is being most heavily linked with an exit is Guglielmo Vicairo, who is thought to be open to a switch to Inter Milan in the summer.

It has now emerged that the Lilywhites are ready to make a move for a 23-year-old goalkeeper, whose stock is rising rapidly in the Bundesliga.

Tottenham eyeing move for Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu

According to a report in Fussball Europa, Tottenham have been impressed with the development of Freiburg’s Noah Atubolu.

The report says that Spurs are aware that they could lose Vicario in the summer and have thus started working on potential replacements.

The club’s recruitment department are considering an approach for Atubolu, whose impressive form at club level has seen him called up to the Germany squad recently.

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The outlet claims that losing the young goalkeeper would be ‘unavoidable’ for Freiburg in the summer if they do not manage to tie him down to a new contract over the coming months.

Atubolu’s price revealed as Spurs face competition

Interestingly, Fussball Europa say that the German goalkeeper is also on the radars of Inter, who are speaking to the player’s representatives to keep updated on his situation.

Ironically, with Inter also liking the look of Vicario, we could end up seeing somewhat of a merry-go-round this summer – if Spurs part ways with the Italian.

The report adds that Freiburg will not let Atubolu leave without a fight and have placed a price tag of at least €30m (£26.1m) on him.

It is revealed that, for the moment, the 23-year-old is solely focused on having a strong end to the season and going to the World Cup.

The referee for Tottenham Hotspur’s upcoming clash at Craven Cottage has now been officially confirmed, and the omens don’t look great.

Spurs will head to West London on Sunday hoping to give themselves some breathing space in the relegation battle, with both Nottingham Forest and West Ham gaining ground on them.

With the Hammers heading to Anfield on Saturday, the Lilywhites potentially have an opportunity to push further away from their London rivals.

Igor Tudor was angered by some aspects of Tottenham’s performance against Arsenal, and he will be hoping for a better showing against Fulham, having had another week to work with the squad at Hotspur Way.

Paul Tierney will officiate Tottenham’s clash against Fulham

The Premier League have now confirmed that Paul Tierney will take charge of the London derby at Craven Cottage.

Adrian Holmes and Simon Long will be Tierney’s assistants, while James Linnington is the fourth official in charge of the clash.

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The VAR will be spearheaded by Craig Powsen, who will have Lee Betts to assist him at Stockley Park. However, what will worry Sprus fans is the club’s abject record in the games overseen by Tierney.

Spurs struggle to win when Tierney is in charge

Tottenham have won just five of their 22 matches that Tierney has overseen so far.

The Lilywhites have lost six times and drawn on 11 occasions in the Premier League when the 45-year-old has taken charge. However, the one piece of good news is that Tierney is not in a hurry to go to his notebook.

He has only given 38 bookings to Spurs players in his 22 games in charge, and the experienced official has never sent off a Tottenham player.