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Al-Ahli director Rui Pedro Braz has now reacted to speculation linking Ivan Toney with a move to Tottenham Hotspur in January.

The speculation linking Toney with a move to N17 has been steadily gathering steam over the last month.

Some sources have alleged that Tottenham are working on a potential loan formula to land Toney in January, as that would allow the striker to get around the tax loopholes associated with an early exit from Saudi Arabia.

Spurs are not alone in their admiration of the 29-year-old, with Everton and West Ham thought to be battling Tottenham for Toney’s signature.

Al-Ahli shut down Ivan Toney to Tottenham rumours

The big question, though, is whether the Saudi Pro League club would entertain letting their star striker leave on loan.

Al-Ahli’s director, Rui Pedro Braz, has now provided a clear response, and the answer is a resounding ‘no’, with the Portuguese director ruling out the England international’s departure in January.

Braz said (via Fabrizio Romano): “Ivan Toney is a top player, a top striker. The rumours around his possible exit in January are not based on reality. It’s just not true. We’re counting on him, it makes zero sense to address this subject in November.”

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Do Spurs have any hope left of landing Toney?

It is clear that Al-Ahli do not want to let the centre-forward leave, and it sounds like the Lilywhites’ only hope is if the player pushes for a move.

Some pundits have suggested that Toney will be keen on a switch to Tottenham in January in order to give himself a chance of making the England squad for the World Cup.

A week out from the big North London derby at the Emirates Stadium, we take a closer look at Tottenham’s injury situation.

Tottenham have had double-digit injury absentees over recent weeks, which Spurs fans have become used to over the last couple of years.

The hope was that some players would return after the international break, but one key man has suffered a setback.

Lucas Bergvall has withdrawn from the Sweden squad after failing to pass a fitness test following the concussion he suffered against Chelsea two weeks ago.

Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison and Dominic Solanke are Tottenham’s long-term absentees, and Thomas Frank has hinted that the club will take it slow with Solanke.

Apart from Bergvall, Randal Kolo Muani and Mohammed Kudus are also out injured and withdrew from international duty, but TEAMtalk now report that there is some hope that the Ghanian could be fit for the clash against Arsenal.

However, the outlet says that Archie Gray, Yves Bissouma, Ben Davies and Kota Takai are not expected to be available for the trip to the Emirates as they continue their rehabilitation.

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Radu Dragusin got his first minutes of action in nearly 10 months in a behind-closed-doors friendly at Hotspur Way this week, and the defender came through the fixture unscathed.

Arsenal could welcome key players back for Spurs fixture

While things are not looking promising for the Lilywhites on the injury front, the situation appears a lot more optimistic for their North London rivals.

According to reports, Mikel Arteta could welcome back five key Arsenal players for the clash against Tottenham.

Noni Madueke is expected to be fit for the game, while Viktor Gyokeres, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli and Martin Odegaard are all pushing to be involved next Sunday.

Tottenham Hotspur are set for a demanding winter schedule, and Cristian Romero’s latest display while on international break hints at exactly why his presence remains so vital for Spurs.

Tottenham Hotspur players are set to be involved in 45 different international fixtures this break, with some playing for a place in the World Cup while others are involved in friendlies.

Tottenham captain Cristian Romero was among those called up this international break, as he joined the Argentina national team.

The World Cup holders are one of the several teams to have already booked a place in the 2026 World Cup finals, and as such, Romero had to be involved in a friendly game.

Tottenham’s Cristian Romero impresses on international duty

Argentina faced Angola on Friday evening, and the Spurs man delivered a top performance in that tie.

Lionel Scaloni’s men kept a clean sheet and scored two against the African country, and Romero was immense throughout, which is backed up by his underlying numbers in the friendly encounter.

Romero was crisp with his passing, completing 97% of his attempts while also contributing 10 defensive actions as he controlled the defensive side of things with real assurance.

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He had 71 touches, although none were in the box, and he played one pass into the final third, completing 2 of his 4 long balls as well.

He put in two tackles, made three interceptions and managed four recoveries in the clash against Angola in what was a solid display all around.

Cristian Romero match statistics vs Angola

Spurs need Romero fit for busy December

Frank would be happy to see that his captain made it out of this encounter without picking up any injuries.

Tottenham would need Romero to return from international duty fit, as they look to prepare for what is going to be a busy few weeks.

December is going to be packed with fixtures, with Spurs expected to play eight games in the space of four weeks, and Frank would be hoping for a fully fit squad.

Micky van de Ven shocked the footballing world when the Tottenham defender ran through most of Copenhagen’s team to score an incredible goal in the Champions League, and he almost did it again during a match for his national team.

Micky van de Ven is the current top scorer at Tottenham Hotspur this season, so it is no longer a surprise to see him landing on the scoresheet.

However, most of his goals have been headers from set pieces. This meant no one could quite believe what they had just seen when he found the net against Copenhagen in the Champions League.

The dynamite defender received the ball on the edge of his own penalty area and ran the length of the pitch, before beating the opposition goalkeeper with a cool finish. Fast forward a couple of weeks, and he came close to doing something similar, this time for the Netherlands.

Micky van de Ven made a stunning run for his country

The Netherlands were held to a 1-1 draw by Poland on Friday night, which was quite a disappointing result in their World Cup qualifying campaign.

However, there was one standout moment when van de Ven won the ball at the edge of his penalty box and ran the length of the left wing before getting chopped down by Piotr Zieliński.

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The Tottenham defender was playing as a left-back and had almost reached Poland’s penalty area when he was fouled, preventing what could have been another special moment.

Tottenham should consider playing van de Ven in a more attacking role

Van de Ven is a very good central defender, but he has so many attributes that he could easily play in a more forward-focused position.

If Spurs are ever short on left-back options, the 24-year-old would be an excellent choice to provide cover. Jan Vertonghen occasionally did the same in his days at Tottenham, and he had one particularly memorable display against Borussia Dortmund, which showed his all-round quality.

Clearly, van de Ven is also a man of many talents, and it would be very exciting to see what he would do if he was given more positional freedom.

Tottenham Hotspur are bracing for a fresh transfer tussle in the Premier League as Liverpool join the race for a long-term target.

Tottenham Hotspur supporters are already familiar with Antoine Semenyo, a player the club tracked last summer before he eventually signed a new contract at Bournemouth.

The winger committed his future to the Vitality Stadium until 2030, which effectively shut the door on any late push from Tottenham at the time.

Even so, recent reports have continued to link Spurs with a renewed move for Semenyo, although it is now understood that his valuation has climbed further.

Tottenham eye Antoine Semenyo transfer for winter window

TeamTalk is reporting that Tottenham still retain an interest in signing Antoine Semenyo in the winter window as the club weighs up potential wide options.

Spurs are believed to be keen to avoid a bidding war for the Ghana international, whose stock has risen sharply this season as he continues to impress in the final third.

Semenyo, once valued at around £70 million last summer, is now said to be worth £79 million, with the Lilywhites having even seen a £50 million offer for him rejected by Bournemouth during that period.

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However, while Tottenham remain attentive to the situation, Bournemouth are not looking to part ways with their talisman, particularly given his nine goal contributions in the league, with six goals and three assists.

Liverpool join Tottenham in Antoine Semenyo race

For Tottenham, Semenyo would represent a statement signing, but they have strong competition if they are to bring the wide man to north London.

Liverpool has also been credited with interest in the Bournemouth winger as Arne Slot looks to strengthen his attack and add long-term depth to his forward line.

It is believed that the Reds view Semenyo as a long-term investment who could complement Mo Salah and Alexander Isak, potentially even replacing Salah in the future.

With both Tottenham and Liverpool expected to battle for his signature, Bournemouth are hoping to keep him through the winter, which leaves his future uncertain.

Tottenham Hotspur are enjoying life as the reigning champions of Europe, yet the celebrations from that famous night in Bilbao have taken on an even more personal meaning for some players who lifted the trophy.

Tottenham Hotspur are champions of Europe following their Europa League triumph back in May earlier this year, and that victory has continued to shape the mood around the club as they settle into a new era under Thomas Frank.

A 1-0 victory over Manchester United was enough for Spurs to clinch their first trophy since 2008, ending a 17-year wait and bringing a long-overdue moment of joy to supporters who had travelled everywhere with hope rather than expectation.

For Tottenham, they would now be hoping to build on that triumph under their new manager in the coming years, as the club aims to turn one historic night into a sustained period of progress.

Tottenham winger Pedro Porro gets Europa League tattoo

Spurs fans are not the only ones who hold the memory of that night in Bilbao dear, as the players who won the trophy are just as delighted with that triumph and have carried its significance with them.

Several players are prepared to keep that memory close for as long as they can, with Brennan Johnson getting the image of the cup tattooed on his leg to mark the occasion.

The Welshman is not the only Spurs player to have gone for a permanent piece of memorabilia, with Pedro Porro also following suit, as it has now been revealed that he too got a tattoo of the Europa League trophy after winning the cup with Tottenham last season.

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Spurs pushing for more European success under Thomas Frank

Spurs are trying their best to build on last season’s performance in Europe, as their triumph earned them a spot in this season’s Champions League and handed them a chance to test themselves against the continent’s elite.

Thomas Frank’s men have the opportunity to push for a bigger piece of silverware in Europe’s premier competition, and they have started to do so well as they look increasingly comfortable in the league phase.

Spurs remain unbeaten in the Champions League this season, having won two and drawn two of their opening four games.

Frank and his men would now be hoping to make it out of the first stage of the competition, with the team currently one point off the automatic qualification spot.

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to build a more unified football structure under Thomas Frank, and Fabio Paratici has now explained how he is planning every detail for the manager behind the scenes.

Tottenham Hotspur’s Fabio Paratici made a sensational return to Spurs early this season after the Lilywhites rehired him as Sporting Director, and his comeback immediately placed him back at the centre of the club’s long-term squad planning.

He is tasked with the responsibility of signing players for the senior team, while Johan Lange focuses on youth development and the wider academy pathway, creating a split structure that Spurs believe will strengthen recruitment across all levels.

Both directors are expected to work closely together, but Paratici has now spoken about how he is planning things for Thomas Frank as the club continues to shape its next steps.

Tottenham director Fabio Paratici outlines his approach for Thomas Frank

Gianluca Di Marzio covered comments from the Tottenham chief today, with Paratici discussing Spurs and his wider career journey.

Speaking on how he sees his relationship with Spurs boss Thomas Frank, the Italian said: “I believe blindly in the director-coach relationship: as a director, you almost have to renounce your footballing ideas to embrace those of the coach you have.”

“My football today is that of Thomas Frank. I’ve always discussed football a lot with my coaches, and I’ve learned a lot from them: they’re extremely knowledgeable. When you go into a discussion with them, you have to be an expert, or they’ll destroy you.

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“Managers must support them and tolerate them in what they think is the right thing for them. We’re there to help them, not to question them.

“The role of manager is fundamental, because they have to ensure that everything works well. They have to put everyone in the best possible condition to perform at a high level.”

How Paratici and Thomas Frank could work at Spurs

Paratici has not been entirely off the grid for Tottenham during his absence, as he often served as a consultant, offering insight from afar while the club navigated a period of transition.

He previously worked well with Antonio Conte, frequently signing players the Italian wanted, with many of those additions arriving from Serie A, a league Conte knew inside out.

Tottenham Hotspur icon Ledley King has opened up about the brutal reality behind his early retirement, revealing a stark medical warning that forced him to bring an injury-riddled career to an end far sooner than anyone expected.

Ledley King is a Tottenham Hotspur legend and rightly so, given that he gave the best part of his playing career to Spurs.

Indeed, he is a one-club man, and he continues to be affiliated with Tottenham even outside of playing on the green, serving as an ambassador.

He was a part of the last Tottenham side to win silverware back in 2008, but injuries prevented him from giving more time to Spurs as he retired from football aged 31, having led Tottenham for seven years.

Tottenham legend Ledley King reveals doctor’s chilling career warning

King’s playing career was not without its setbacks, as the former England international had to deal with knee problems throughout his 13 years in professional football, and the issue dominated much of his time on the pitch.

He would often play without ever training for Spurs, but he eventually hung up his boots following a doctor’s alarming message in 2012.

The Tottenham legend explained that the warning came at the end of a season in which he initially felt strong before a collision changed everything.

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This was revealed while speaking in an interview reported by Sky Bet.

King said, “It was a tough decision because it was 2012 and for the first half of the season, I had felt as good as I had felt in a long time.

“It was strange – I felt like I was doing well and we had not lost any games that I had played in.

“I was feeling so good that in fact I was training a day before the games, but I had a clash with a goalkeeper, and my knee just blew up.

“I ended up playing 23 games that season, but the second half of the season the quality was not there so for the first time I was not enjoying my football, and I felt that I was not helping the team.

“At the end of that season, I sat down with my surgeon, and he basically said that I am going to end up in a wheelchair if I kept on playing. So, I knew it was time.”

Spurs great Ledley King lifts lid on England frustrations

Despite his persistent injuries, King still went to Euro 2004 and the 2010 World Cup.

The Tottenham man also opened up on his time with England, making a startling claim about the motivation of some of his team-mates in that first tournament, revealing that certain players lacked the belief that they would ever get minutes.

He added, “I had a mixed experience (playing for England). I remember going to the 2004 tournament. There were players that lacked motivation in the squad, because they did not believe that they were ever going to play.

“I was shocked by that. I do not want to say that they had almost given up, but it was almost like they knew whatever they did, they would not play.

“I did not believe in that – I played in the first game against France, I did well, but then I did not play in the second game.

“That told me that the shirt is not yours to lose – there was a hierarchy in the camp – and that makes it difficult.”

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keeping a close eye on one of West Ham’s key men, as fresh details emerge about Jarrod Bowen’s stance following growing speculation around his future.

Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United are rivals, but both clubs put their differences aside in the summer as they did business for the first time since 2011.

Spurs appear to have benefited the most from that agreement, as they currently sit fifth in the Premier League table with Mohammed Kudus impressing, while West Ham are struggling at the other end in 18th place.

Tottenham are pushing to secure Champions League football once more this season and are also looking to poach another of West Ham’s talisman, Jarrod Bowen.

Tottenham interest grows as Jarrod Bowen stance revealed

Spurs’ interest in Bowen is no surprise, with reports in recent weeks linking the Lilywhites with a potential move for the Englishman.

Bowen has been one of the few bright sparks for West Ham this season, and it would be a major blow for the Hammers if they were to lose him.

According to Football Insider, Tottenham are not alone in their pursuit, as Liverpool are also keen, with Arne Slot’s side said to be seeking more attacking depth following the departure of Luis Diaz.

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However, the same report adds that Bowen remains fully committed to West Ham despite the interest from elsewhere.

Speaking to Football Insider, journalist Pete O’Rourke highlighted Bowen’s importance to the Hammers, explaining that he is virtually untouchable within the current squad.

“He is probably the one and only untouchable player in that squad right now. I think most other players that are in that squad would be for sale at the right price as well, but Bowen is the heartbeat of that West Ham team.

“They need to keep him and Jarrod will be looking to build his team around him. He is on a long-term contract until 2030, so it is not like West Ham are under any real pressure to sell Jarrod Bowen as well.

“But no surprise that clubs will be looking at him. Tottenham, Liverpool because even in that struggling side, he still scores goals and he is a proven Premier League player.”

West Ham stance on a Bowen transfer

Reports from a few days ago also revealed West Ham’s stance regarding interest in Bowen.

It is understood that the Hammers are aware of Spurs’ growing admiration for the winger, and while it has been suggested that almost every player in their squad could be sold for the right price, Bowen is not one of them.

A football finance expert has explained why Tottenham Hotspur have discontinued their shirt sponsorship deal with AIA, and has revealed what the Lilywhites are now planning.

Last week, Tottenham announced that AIA will only remain their front-of-the-shirt sponsor until the end of the 2026/27 season.

The Asian insurance giant will become their Global Training Partner from July 2027 through to June 2032, and they will also remain their kit sponsor during the same period.

It has been suggested by some sources that Spurs are looking for a £60m per year deal for their new shirt sponsorship, starting from the 2027-28 season.

Why Tottenham decided to end their agreement with AIA

Finance expert Dave Powell has now claimed on GiveMeSport that work is already underway at Spurs to seek a new front-of-the-shirt sponsor.

In fact, he reveals that the North London club’s commercial team have already started receiving expressions of interest and have sounded out multiple potential interested parties.

The expectation at the club is that the next deal will undoubtedly be a club-record sum. Powell explains that, according to industry experts, Spurs’ deal with AIA was undervalued to the tune of over £9m.

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He adds that the Lilywhites could achieve a £60m to £70m per year deal if the right partner is found.

Spurs could get £1bn windfall if they copy rivals

A few days ago, Football finance expert Kieran Maguire even claimed that Tottenham could sell their kit sponsorship and stadium naming rights as a single package.

This is backed up by Powell, who pointed to examples such as Barcelona and Man City, who have done something similar to achieve a huge financial windfall.

Powell stated: “The departure of AIA presents Tottenham Hotspur with a rare strategic opportunity to reshape their commercial landscape from 2027 onwards. For prospective partners, the club can offer a powerful dual proposition: alignment across both the front-of-shirt sponsorship and stadium naming rights.

“This convergence unlocks exceptional brand visibility and long-term value, allowing sponsors to embed themselves into the very identity of the club. It’s a model that has delivered outsized impact for Etihad Airways at Manchester City and Spotify at FC Barcelona – where unified deals have elevated brand presence far beyond traditional sponsorship. Spurs now stand poised to offer something similarly transformative.

“Manchester City’s deal with Etihad Airways is reportedly worth up to £1bn over its full term, with annual values estimated around £60m to £65m. Barcelona’s Spotify partnership, signed in 2022, includes shirt sponsorship for both the men’s and women’s teams, training kit, and stadium naming rights, and is valued at €280m over four years—roughly €70m per season.”