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Tottenham Hotspur are beginning to see the benefits of Mikey Moore’s loan spell in Scotland, with the young winger’s stock continuing to rise.

Tottenham Hotspur will certainly be pleased with Mikey Moore’s loan performance this season with Rangers in Scotland.

The teenager has grown in stature as a player out on loan, as he showed both grit and determination to turn his once difficult spell around and become a key player for the Scottish side.

The 18-year-old’s performances, in which he has registered nine goal contributions in 42 appearances, have left Rangers considering whether to extend Moore’s loan spell at Ibrox, but Spurs are set to have the final say on the next steps for their young talent.

Tottenham learn Mikey Moore value after Rangers loan spell

CIES Football Observatory’s latest update has now revealed just how much Mikey Moore is worth following his impressive loan spell in Scotland.

According to their fair market value index, Moore is now valued between £22.6 million and £26.1 million, which is over a 50% increase on his previous valuation, which peaked at £17 million back in March.

That leaves him as the most valuable player in Scotland at the moment, which is a big boost for Tottenham, who can certainly cash in if they choose to sell their academy product. Of course, this also shows just how much Moore has improved since moving out on loan.

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According to TransferMarkt, Mikey Moore’s value sat at £870,000 in 2024, before jumping up to £13m by April 2025, then £15.6m just a couple of months later. Weirdly, the market value website has Moore rated at just £13.9m after his positive form in Scotland.

Mikey Moore future decision looms for Spurs

Moore and Spurs will certainly have a big decision to make in the summer transfer window regarding the next steps for the wide forward.

Should Tottenham go down to the Championship, Moore is very capable of featuring for Spurs as they aim to get back to the Premier League. However, the teenager has not ruled out a return to Ibrox next season.

When discussing his future and the possibility of returning to Rangers earlier this season, Moore said, “I have thought about this already. I do not know what is going to happen in the summer, but if it plays out that I am not going back, it is going to be really tough, as I do genuinely love the club and this city.

“I have made a connection with the fans. These last seven games are massive. Every second I am on the pitch, I am going to make the most of it and leave everything on the pitch.”

Tottenham Hotspur head into a crucial run of fixtures knowing time is running out, and while signs of improvement are there, one selection call could prove decisive ahead of Wolves.

Tottenham Hotspur are desperate to get out of the relegation places this season, and they will be hoping to do so in the next five games.

Their draw against Brighton, although disappointing, does offer some solace, as Tottenham put in one of their better performances of the season, even coming close to snatching all three points against the Seagulls.

Xavi Simons was the star of the show alongside several of his teammates who put in strong displays, and we believe that if De Zerbi names five players who impressed against Brighton in Tottenham’s next encounter against Wolves, then his side could walk away with their first win of the year.

However, the new Spurs boss might also want to consider making one key change to his starting XI ahead of next Saturday’s encounter, and that is dropping Randal Kolo Muani.

Why Tottenham should drop Randal Kolo Muani vs Wolves

There is no denying that if Mohammed Kudus had not suffered an injury setback a couple of weeks ago, he would have been the one featuring out on the right for Spurs.

Sadly, though, his injury has forced De Zerbi to get creative and search for a new solution, with Muani the one the Italian has turned to.

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The on-loan Parisian forward, however, has not lived up to expectations as yet when playing on the right in the last two games for Tottenham.

In the clash against Brighton, he was a passenger for most of it, as he managed just 19 touches all game, with four of those touches coming in the opposition box.

Of course, in this era, creativity from the wings is crucial, but Muani does not offer that at the moment, as the forward once more failed to create any chances for his side.

His underlying numbers suggest that he is struggling to influence proceedings in the final third, and when those struggles continue while the attack itself looks better, then it could well be a personnel issue.

For some context, Pedro Porro, who plays at right-back, has looked more threatening from that position compared to Muani. In fact, the full-back managed a goal, a shot in the box, created more chances and played more passes into the final third in the game against Brighton.

Kolo Muani vs Brighton stats

Mathys Tel offers Spurs a better attacking outlet

With Muani still struggling, we do believe that it is time for De Zerbi to try something different on the right as Spurs push for wins in the final games of the season.

The one solution that is readily available for the Italian is to deploy a natural winger out there, and that, at the moment, for Tottenham is Mathys Tel.

However, since De Zerbi took charge of Spurs, the young Frenchman, who was getting more game time under Igor Tudor, has seen his minutes reduced to cameos off the bench.

That, of course, is a bit surprising given how direct and purposeful Tel was on the left for Spurs under the former interim boss.

Indeed, it is difficult to see how he fits in on the left again after Simons’ impressive display against Brighton, where he was given a free role despite being named as a left winger.

The Dutchman grabbed a goal and an assist, and also linked up well with Destiny Udogie. Given the display against Brighton, it looks like the balance on the left of Spurs’ attack is improving. However, the right still needs some work, and at the moment Muani is not the answer.

The PSG man has not really got going in a Tottenham shirt this season, as he has managed just one goal and an assist in 25 league appearances.

Clearly, for a club struggling, you need something more, and if a player is not contributing goals or assists, then he has to make up for it in other areas, but again, Muani does not deliver in that regard.

Tel, on the other hand, has three goals despite playing 959 minutes of football; however, he also brings more to the table aside from goals, with his dribbling and ability to marshal the wing.

Tottenham Hotspur face the risk of losing one of the best young players to a fierce London rival this summer.

While Tottenham are in danger of losing some big-name stars even if they stay in the Premier League, relegation could potentially force an even bigger clear-out from the North London club this summer.

With Spurs continuing to languish in the bottom three, reports indicate that top clubs around Europe are circling over the likes of Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Luka Vuskovic.

The Lilywhites’ fierce local rivals have now entered the race for one of the trio.

Arsenal and Chelsea are looking to poach Lucas Bergvall from Tottenham

It has been widely reported that Lucas Bergvall is generating plenty of interest ahead of the summer window, and it appears that new clubs have now entered the race.

A new report in CaughtOffside reveals that Aston Villa and Chelsea tested the waters for the Tottenham man in the winter, and the Blues continue to remain keen on the 20-year-old.

The West London side have been joined in the race for Bergvall by Arsenal, with both clubs contemplating making ‘creative offers’ for the youngster.

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Additionally, it is revealed that Barcelona’s interest in the Swede has also not gone away, with the Catalans potentially set to make a move if they manage to overcome their financial fair play issues.

The Tottenham star is thus set to be ‘one of the main protagonists’ of the summer window.

Spurs are not willing to entertain offers for Bergvall

CaughtOffside make it clear that the Spurs management considers the midfielder to be ‘unsellable’ as they view him as being part of their midfield core for the next five years.

With Bergvall contracted to the North London club until 2031, the Lilywhites have significant leverage, and any negotiations are expected to start at around £50m.

However, the outlet points out that the possibility of the Sweden international departing Hotspur Way could increase if Tottenham were to get relegated.

Tottenham’s survival battle has taken another twist, with Nottingham Forest’s win over Burnley shifting the outlook on how likely Spurs are to beat the drop this season.

There are still five games remaining, with 15 points up for grabs before the 2025/26 Premier League season concludes, and Tottenham Hotspur still have everything to play for as they remain firmly in the relegation zone.

However, the task at hand for the Lilywhites could get worse, as by the end of matchweek 33, Spurs could be four points adrift of safety should West Ham United beat Crystal Palace.

Regardless, Roberto De Zerbi is confident that his Tottenham side can end their league season on 46 points, a tally that will surely see them avoid relegation.

Of course, the Brighton performance offers some encouragement for Spurs, who looked a much better side, and had it not been for a lapse in concentration from Kevin Danso, they could have secured all three points.

Tottenham relegation odds shift after Forest win and Opta prediction

However, it becomes even harder for Tottenham when their relegation rivals are in good form and picking up points each week.

Unfortunately for the Lilywhites, for the second gameweek running, Nottingham Forest and Leeds United have picked up more points than they have, and should West Ham beat Crystal Palace, the same will apply to them as well.

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Following Forest’s latest win, Opta’s AI has now predicted how likely the Tricky Trees are to get relegated.

As it stands, Forest have been handed a 4.50% chance of relegation, with their odds significantly reduced following their 4-1 win over Burnley on Sunday. Before that clash, Forest had been given a 9.05% chance of going down to the Championship.

Spurs relegation odds rise as West Ham and Forest battle intensifies

As for West Ham United, their relegation odds have increased by 2% despite not kicking a ball yet this matchweek, which is perhaps influenced by Forest’s win.

However, should they beat Crystal Palace, their new 38.47% chance of relegation is expected to drop significantly if they move four points clear of Tottenham.

Spurs now have relegation odds of 56.58% following Forest’s win, which has risen by two per cent after they were previously given a 54.22% chance following the draw with Brighton.

This, however, does not affect the points each side is predicted to finish on, with Forest still forecasted to end on 41 points, West Ham 38 and Spurs 36.

It remains finely poised, but Tottenham will need favours from elsewhere if they are to climb out of the drop zone with everything still to play for.

James Maddison has delivered a heartfelt message to Tottenham supporters following another frustrating result, as the battle for survival continues.

Tottenham Hotspur have to dig deep if they are to pull themselves out of the relegation places with five games left to play.

On Saturday, there was some fighting spirit on display against Brighton and Hove Albion, where Tottenham came close to securing all three points – a victory against the Seagulls would have sent Spurs out of the bottom three, at least until West Ham United kicked a ball on Monday.

But it was not to be for Tottenham, who were forced to settle for a draw after Kevin Danso’s mistake led to Georginio Rutter’s equaliser, which saw the spoils shared.

Tottenham star James Maddison sends message to fans after Brighton draw

While a victory would have been perfect for Tottenham, a draw is not the end of the world with five games left to play.

Spurs now have to secure at least nine points from their final five matches if they are to hit the 40-point mark that could guarantee their safety.

James Maddison, one of the leaders of the group, has now sent a message to Tottenham fans, praising their support during the clash against Brighton, writing on social media:

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“Honestly, your support yesterday in the stadium for the team was absolutely mental. Although we are still well and truly in this tough moment, the boys will keep fighting. We appreciate our fan base immensely.”

Maddison was named on the bench against Brighton for the first time this season after spending more than six months out with an ACL injury.

However, he remained an unused substitute in the match, though many Spurs supporters will be hoping he can still play a role in their fight for survival.

Spurs fans continue to back team during relegation battle

Of course, the Tottenham fans have been immense in the last few months as their club continues to fight to stay in the Premier League.

Before the clash against Nottingham Forest, they turned out in their thousands for a pre-match coach meet to galvanise their team and create a fierce atmosphere.

A similar pre-match coach meeting was planned before the home clash against Brighton, but it was scuppered due to De Zerbi’s pre-match preparations.

However, it looks like those pre-match meets could return for the next home league game against Leeds United, as De Zerbi promised to adjust his preparations to accommodate the Spurs fans.

The support from the Lilywhite faithful is guaranteed, but the hope now is for the players to reward those efforts with results on the pitch.

Tottenham’s wait for a domestic win in 2026 drags on, but their showing against Brighton offered enough to spark debate over who stood out and who fell short. We have now identified the winners and losers from that clash.

The wait continues for Tottenham Hotspur, who are yet to win a domestic game in 2026, a run that has seen them fall into the bottom three.

However, the performance against Brighton and Hove Albion, where they drew 2-2, was a much-improved display from the Lilywhites, who showed fight as they aimed to secure a win and leapfrog 18th place.

Unfortunately, despite taking the lead twice on the evening, a late Rutter equaliser ensured the points were shared, leaving Spurs to rue their missed chances.

Still, there were a few winners from that encounter, and we have now identified them.

Xavi Simons shines for Tottenham vs Brighton

There is no arguing about the display Xavi Simons put in against the Seagulls on Saturday evening. There is a case to be made that it was his best performance in the league since he joined Spurs.

The Dutchman was involved in most of Tottenham’s attacking play and secured a goal and an assist, both of which were of high quality. Sadly, his second-half stunner was not enough to hand Spurs all three points.

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To have produced such a display after missing out on De Zerbi’s starting XI last week against Sunderland shows his character.

De Zerbi will be pleased that the midfielder added goals and assists after calling on Simons to improve that aspect of his game before the Brighton clash.

Rodrigo Bentancur impresses in midfield

It is clear that Roberto De Zerbi is still finding the right balance in his team, and in the clash against Brighton, we saw him shuffle the midfield.

Simons and Rodrigo Bentancur were introduced in this encounter, and the levels improved. Bentancur, in particular, showed quality in the pivot role, bringing composure to Spurs’ play in the centre of the pitch.

To have elevated the standards so quickly after being sidelined for three months shows that, on his day, he is one of Tottenham’s better midfielders.

He did lose some steam later in the match, but that is expected given how long he has been out. After such a display, it will be hard to see him dropped in the final five games of the season.

Gallagher shows energy and intent

Last week, Gallagher was far from impressive, but on Saturday, he looked much better in a more advanced role.

He is clearly a player with immense energy, and that was on show against Brighton, where he pressed, tracked back to defend and made several runs into the box.

Such energy, fight and determination are what Spurs need as they aim to gather momentum in the final games of the season.

Gallagher is one that De Zerbi likes, and when he produces displays like that, it is hard to see him being dropped.

As for the losers from Tottenham 2-2 Brighton…

Kevin Danso error proves costly for Tottenham

Of course, there is no other standout here than Kevin Danso, who had a lapse in concentration in the final moments against the Seagulls, a costly mistake that denied Spurs all three points.

It hurts all the more when a simple clearance would have had Tottenham sitting outside of the relegation places by now. But it was not to be, and unfortunately for Danso, he was the culprit.

He will have to pick himself up in the final games, as Tottenham do not have many options to replace him. Cristian Romero’s five-to-seven-week injury means Danso is likely to fill in for the rest of the season.

It is not panic stations, though, as he barely put a foot wrong for most of the game and showed his quality.

Randal Kolo Muani struggles to impact game

While the rest of the Tottenham attack seems to be gelling and improving with their link-up play, it appears Randal Kolo Muani is not yet at the same level as his teammates.

De Zerbi believes the Frenchman is the solution on the right, but his displays in the last two outings have not been encouraging.

Looking at the numbers, he was underwhelming, recording just 19 touches while failing to create a chance or register a shot.

Of those 19 touches, only four came in the box, which is poor for a wide player expected to provide a goal threat and create chances.

Guglielmo Vicario faces competition from Kinsky

Watching on from the bench was Guglielmo Vicario, who was fully invested in his side’s performance, almost acting as a second coach.

Soon, though, he could be back on the pitch once he recovers from hernia surgery after spending over a month on the sidelines.

However, at present, given the performances of Kinsky, who has barely put a foot wrong, it is hard to see how the Italian walks straight back into the side.

We already know De Zerbi likes to rotate his goalkeepers, and whether that will be the case at Spurs remains to be seen.

Kinsky has been assured with the ball at his feet and has also proven to be a capable shot-stopper. The question is whether De Zerbi is willing to change things again in goal as Vicario nears a return.

There may be one sticking point between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool when it comes to the negotiations regarding Curtis Jones.

Spurs are eyeing a double raid of Anfield this summer, should they manage to secure their Premier League status.

According to reports, Andy Robertson has already agreed to move to Spurs as long as the club avoids relegation from the Premier League.

A couple of days ago, The Daily Mail reported that apart from Robertson, Tottenham are also set to pursue a deal for Curtis Jones after exploring a move for the midfielder during the January window.

Tottenham and Liverpool do not agree on Curtis Jones’ valuation

A new report from TEAMtalk has now relayed The Mail’s update, and they provide their own information on Spurs’ pursuit of the England international.

The outlet claims that Tottenham have been admirers of Jones for a long time, and their interest in the 25-year-old has not gone away despite the arrival of Roberto De Zerbi.

The midfielder wants regular starts under his belt, which is something he cannot get at Anfield, with a summer transfer thus very much on the cards.

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However, it is revealed that the North Londoners value Jones at £30m while Liverpool are expected to ‘surely’ demand a bigger fee. It thus remains to see if the two clubs can overcome that difference and strike an agreement.

Spurs want to keep their midfield intact even if they get relegated

One would imagine Jones’ proposed switch to Tottenham to be contingent on the club staying in the Premier League, but the Lilywhites are also making plans for what to do if they go down.

According to TEAMtalk, Spurs consider Archie Gray, James Maddison and Conor Gallagher untouchable even if they are relegated.

The outlet claimed that all three English midfielders are ready to remain at Tottenham next season, no matter what happens in the final six matches.

Journalist Ben Jacobs has now provided an update on the future of Tottenham target Alex Scott as we edge closer to the summer window.

Tottenham have some extremely talented young midfielders at their disposal in the form of Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall, and they are now thought to be looking to add another one to their squad this summer.

It has been reported that Spurs are considering a move to bring Alex Scott to N17, having been extremely impressed with his growth at Bournemouth.

The 22-year-old has become a consistent performer in the middle of the park for the Cherries, and a first England cap may not be too far away for the youngster.

Man United could challenge Tottenham for Alex Scott

Journalist Ben Jacobs has now revealed on The United Stand channel that Man United may also make a move for the Cherries star.

While Jacobs did not suggest that the Red Devils are certain to pursue Scott, he explained that Michael Carrick’s men could add as many as three central midfielders to their squad this summer, especially if they can find ‘economic’ options.

The journalist also adds that Bournemouth are hoping to hang on to the England U21 international this summer, despite the growing interest in his services.

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It would thus appear that the Lilywhites have plenty of work to do to land Scott, as not only will they face competition for his signature, but they may be dealing with a club which makes negotiations difficult.

Spurs may have one advantage over Scott’s other suitors

It is not just Man United that Spurs have to worry about, with reports indicating that Chelsea may also challenge Tottenham for Scott, who is valued at £50m.

However, Scott has repeatedly admitted that he grew up supporting Tottenham, and the Lilywhites still hold a special place in his heart.

The North Londoners will be hoping that the player’s special connection with the club could give them the upper hand over the likes of Man United and Chelsea in the transfer race.

Tottenham Hotspur’s search for a second sporting director could be nearing its end, with their shortlist now down to two names.

Tottenham Hotspur remain keen on adding another sporting director alongside Johan Lange as they aim to rebuild their squad this summer.

Lange’s future, however, is in doubt given his failures in the transfer market and Tottenham’s steady decline since he came through the door.

But nothing is certain yet, as Tottenham remain keen on continuing with their two-director model, and their search for a second sporting director has only continued to gather pace.

Tottenham sporting director search narrows to Sebastian Kehl and Dougie Freedman

Pete O’Rourke has now become the latest to report on Spurs’ search for a new director ahead of next season. The journalist, in a post on X, revealed that Tottenham’s search has now been narrowed down to two names.

It is understood that former Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl and ex-Crystal Palace chief Dougie Freedman are the two names the shortlist has been reduced to, as Tottenham continue talks.

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In the last few hours, several other candidates have been named as potential targets for Spurs, including Bournemouth’s president, Tiago Pinto, whom Tottenham are keen to appoint as their sporting director.

It remains to be seen which one of these directors Spurs settles for as they plan their summer rebuild.

Spurs face competition as sporting director shortlist takes shape

Despite being named in O’Rourke’s top two, reports in the past have claimed that Dougie Freedman had turned down Tottenham, as he is not keen on a move at this stage.

But with reports still having him linked with Tottenham, it could well be that his stance might have changed.

Of course, going for the Borussia Dortmund sporting director, who only left the role last month, makes sense as there will be no fee to pay if they are to appoint him.

But he is not the only sporting director who is out of work that Tottenham have been linked with.

Fresh reports have also revealed that former Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli has now emerged as a target for the Lilywhites ahead of the new season.

However, Tottenham are sure to face intense competition, as several other clubs remain keen on Giuntoli.

Tottenham Hotspur are at risk of being left behind in the race for James Trafford amidst the uncertainty over their Premier League status.

According to reports, Tottenham have identified Trafford as an option to replace Guglielmo Vicario this summer ahead of Roberto De Zerbi’s first full season in charge.

However, Spurs have been warned that they will miss out on the Man City man if they get relegated, with the goalkeeper not being short of admirers.

It was previously reported that Aston Villa and Newcastle are ready to challenge Tottenham for Trafford, and the Lilywhites have now received some bad news.

Aston Villa leapfrog Tottenham in race for James Trafford

TEAMtalk are now reporting that Aston Villa have intensified their pursuit of Trafford and have moved ahead of Spurs into pole position.

The Villans are said to be ‘very keen’ on securing the England international this summer as they look to replace Emiliano Martinez.

Unai Emery’s men view Trafford as their ‘ideal’ next number one and are preparing a concrete push for the goalkeeper. They want to tempt the 23-year-old to Villa Park by offering Champions League football as an incentive.

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Is a potential bidding war on the cards for Trafford?

TEAMtalk explain that Roberto De Zerbi is an admirer of Trafford’s distribution and composure, but the Lilywhites’ interest is conditional on the club avoiding relegation.

The outlet claims that Leeds are also big fans of the English goalkeeper and will try for a deal, although they may struggle to compete financially with the former Burnley man’s other suitors.

With Trafford contracted until 2030 at the Etihad Stadium, it is suggested that a bidding war could push his price towards £30m or more.