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An experienced midfielder wanted by Thomas Frank at Tottenham has made a decision on his future ahead of the January window.

Several sources have reported that Frank wants Spurs to prioritise signing players with Premier League experience in January.

One of the players on the Lilywhites’ radar is thought to be a 28-year-old who forged a big reputation in the English top-flight before moving to Saudi Arabia.

It emerged last month that Tottenham are keen on bringing Ruben Neves back to the Premier League, but the North London club are expected to have a battle on their hands for the player.

Man United and Newcastle set sights on Tottenham target Ruben Neves

CaughtOffside have now claimed that Neves has decided that he wants to return to the Premier League in January.

The former Wolves man and his representatives have given English clubs the green light to make a move for him next month.

However, the outlet makes no mention of Tottenham Hotspur, instead naming Man United and Newcastle United as the two clubs vying for Neves.

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The report claims that Ruben Amorim values the Portuguese star’s ability to dictate play, recycle possession efficiently, and provide defensive balance, while the Magpies view the player as a great market opportunity.

What is Al-Hilal’s stance on Neves?

CaughtOffside say that the experienced midfielder has already turned down a new contract offered by Al-Hilal.

With his current deal ending next year, the Saudi club want to avoid losing him for free and have thus decided to cash in on him in January.

The publication adds that Inter Milan and Juventus are also watching Neves’ situation, but the player’s top preference is to return to the Premier League.

A new report has suggested that Tottenham Hotspur may have to break the bank in order to sign a long-term target.

Over the last 12 months, plenty of reports have suggested that Tottenham had extensively scouted Harry Gray, the younger brother of Archie, who plays as a striker in the Leeds youth sides.

The 17-year-old, who has only made one senior appearance for Leeds, is also thought to be of interest to other clubs in the Premier League.

It emerged earlier this year that Tottenham are facing competition from Arsenal and Newcastle for Harry Gray, and it turns out that another big Premier League club are ready to spend big on the teenager.

Tottenham have to be wary as Man City come up with Harry Gray plan

News first broke on Sunday that Man City have entered to sign Harry Gray, which came as a big blow to the Lilywhites.

Now, CaughtOffside have relayed more information from the Patreon of journalist Alan Nixon, who was the first to break the news about City’s interest in the Leeds man.

It is revealed that Pep Guardiola’s men are prepared to make an offer of £40m for the Spurs target.

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It is alleged that City could even offer Kalvin Phillips as a sweetener to Leeds in order to push through a deal for the 17-year-old.

Would Spurs spend £40m on a teenager again?

Spurs paid £40m to sign Archie Gray from Leeds 18 months ago, and the transfer fee raised eyebrows at the time since the youngster was coming off just one good season in the Championship.

In fact, it has been reported that Tottenham beat both Liverpool and Man City to the signing of Archie, and that has proven to be an inspired decision.

City are seemingly keen not to lose out to Spurs for his young brother, and it will be interesting to see if the North London club breaks the bank for another member of the Gray family.

A news outlet has revealed what the Tottenham hierarchy is thinking about Liverpool’s rumoured bid to sign Lucas Bergvall.

The Swede swept all of Spurs’ end-of-season awards last term, and while he has not been a regular in the starting lineup this term, he has had plenty of game time.

It has emerged over the last 24 hours that Liverpool have identified Bergvall as a priority target and have opened talks with Spurs regarding the 19-year-old.

That update, which came from Fichajes, suggests that if the Reds offer €60m (£52.4m) for Bergvall, Tottenham may consider cashing in on him and using the funds to strengthen other areas of their squad.

Tottenham have no intention of selling Lucas Bergvall

However, TEAMtalk have now analysed the rumours about the teenager, and they say that their sources have not been informed of any such impending offer from Liverpool for the player.

Additionally, they say with confidence that Spurs will not entertain the prospect of selling Bergvall anytime soon.

In fact, they have heard from one club source that the teenager will be ‘one of the last’ players that they will contemplate cashing in on.

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Thomas Frank’s men consider the midfielder to be ‘off limits’ for the upcoming transfer windows as they attempt to build a competitive squad.

Huge hopes for Bergvall at Spurs

TEAMtalk point out that the Sweden international has started four Champions League matches this term and half of the club’s Premier League matches, which shows how much he is valued by Frank and his coaching staff.

It is revealed that fitures at Hotspur Way are excited about Bergvall’s long-term future, with many believing that he can reach the very top of the game.

In fact, some even believe that the midfielder can turn into a £100m asset if he fulfils his potential in North London.

Tottenham Hotspur are turning their attention to a young attacker who has been setting the Eredivisie alight this season.

It has been widely reported over the last few days that Spurs look set to miss out on Antoine Semenyo, despite their willingness to offer the Bournemouth winger a higher salary than their Premier League rivals.

It remains to be seen which winger the Lilywhites prioritise in January if a deal for the Ghana international is off the table.

It has now emerged that Tottenham Hotspur are turning their attention to a Belgian youngster, who is winning many plaudits with his displays in Dutch football.

Tottenham eyeing move for Ajax’s Mika Godts

TEAMtalk say that Ajax starlet Mika Godt is emerging as an option for Tottenham as they scour the market for a new left-winger.

The 20-year-old is enjoying a superb campaign for the Dutch giants, having scored seven assists and picked up eight assists so far across all competitions.

The report says that the former Genk youngster has been likened to Eden Hazard and is regarded as one of the brightest young talents in Europe.

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Tottenham have scouted Godt multiple times this season and have been left extremely impressed with him.

As the interest in the Belgian grows, it is revealed that Ajax are anxious about losing him, especially given their struggles this campaign.

Who are the other Antoine Semenyo alternatives Spurs have identified?

It has been claimed that Tottenham could go back in for Savinho after failing to agree a deal for the Man City man in the summer.

Pep Guardiola’s men are expected to be more receptive to an offer from Spurs for the Brazilian than they were in the summer, as the winger has failed to impress this season.

Crystal Palace’s hopes of signing Brennan Johnson from Tottenham Hotspur have been thrown into doubt after the latest update on the winger’s future.

A number of outlets are now reporting that Tottenham are tempted to cash in on Johnson, as they look to rejig their forward line in the January window.

As many as five English clubs are interested in the Spurs winger, who finished as the North London club’s top scorer with 18 goals last term.

Over the last few days, it has emerged that Crystal Palace have the most advanced interest in Johnson, but the Eagles now have a major challenger for the 24-year-old.

TEAMtalk have now revealed that the South London club now know that they have a big challenger for the former Nottingham Forest man’s signature.

That competition is coming from Aston Villa, who have now allegedly reached out to Johnson’s representatives regarding a January move to Villa Park.

The Villans are keen on hijacking Palace’s move for the Spurs man and hoping to move things forward quickly after speaking to the player.

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The report says that Unai Emery’s men believe Johnson can add pace and versatility to their forward line and are now ready to compete directly with Palace should Tottenham greenlight a sale.

Who is leading the race to land Johnson?

TEAMtalk explain that the Spurs man would prefer to stay in London and wants regular minutes ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which works in Palace’s favour.

Additionally, the interest of the Eagles is already advanced, which gives them the edge in the race for the Johnson.

However, the outlet adds that Villa’s ambition and financial muscle could prove decisive in luring the winger to Villa Park over the coming weeks.

Tottenham Hotspur have identified two Manchester City wingers as potential transfer targets, Savinho and Omar Marmoush, but a decision must be made as to which one the club should attempt to sign in January.

It is no secret that Tottenham Hotspur need a new left winger. This fact has been known since the start of the season and continues to grow all the more evident with each passing game.

The solution could lie in a Brazilian who has struggled for starts at his current club. Savinho was wanted by Thomas Frank last summer, and despite him signing a new contract, the 21-year-old could become available next month.

However, Spurs have turned their attention to Omar Marmoush, another Man City talent who struggled to become a regular starter under Pep Guardiola.

What Savinho and Omar Marmoush would offer Tottenham

Savinho has reached 10 assists the past two seasons in La Liga and the Premier League respectively. He almost always plays as a winger and has the ability to be effective on either flank.

Marmoush has been less of a creator at City, but he is more of a threat in front of goal. While Savinho has very few goals to his name since moving to the Premier League, the Egyptian bagged seven in 16 appearances during the second half of last season.

Both players are quick, skilful and unpredictable and Marmoush can also be used as a central striker. However, he turns 27 in February, while Savinho is still only 21. This means Tottenham’s original transfer target will keep his pace for longer, and he could have a higher ceiling for development.

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Which player should Spurs sign?

Savinho and Marmoush would both be good signings at Tottenham, but Savinho possesses that creative flair which Spurs so desperately need.

The problem with Tottenham so often is that there is no imagination in the team and this is where the transfer target of last summer will be useful. Savinho will play mostly on the left and this means he will focus more on chance creation rather than looking to cut inside.

It would also be useful to have a goalscoring winger like Marmoush, but if he played well, there would always be the temptation to move him to the centre-forward position. Thomas Frank has shown that he prefers to play Richarlison and Mathys Tel up front instead of on the wing, and the same could happen with Marmoush, meaning the left wing problem remains.

The 26-year-old could score fewer goals at Tottenham because they are a less creative team than Man City. Whereas, Savinho would be the player crafting chances, and with more years to develop into the ultimate winger, he is still the one Spurs should look to sign up in January.

Tottenham Hotspur insider Paul O’Keefe has made an interesting prediction regarding which Man City forward the Lilywhites are expected to prioritise in January.

It is an open secret that signing a top-class winger is Spurs’ top priority during the January window.

It has been widely reported that Tottenham were willing to offer Antoine Semenyo more lucrative terms than their Premier League rivals, but the Lilywhites are not looking likely to win the race for the 25-year-old.

Man City are ahead of Spurs in the race for the Bournemouth star and look likely to claim his coveted signature, which has forced the North London club to look at other alternatives.

Paul O’Keefe makes claim about Tottenham’s interest in Man City star

Over recent days, it has emerged that Spurs are plotting an ambitious move for Omar Marmoush if they miss out on Semenyo, which they have done.

However, it was explained that Man City would be reluctant to sell the Egyptian international, even though he has struggled to get into their starting eleven this season.

It has also been reported that Tottenham could reignite their interest in Savinho after missing out on the Brazilian in the summer.

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O’Keefe has now suggested on social media that the Lilywhites are more likely to sign the Brazilian than Marmoush.

Man City’s stance on Savinho has changed

Tottenham tried until summer transfer deadline day to strike a deal for Savinho, but Man City refused to budge on their stance.

It was claimed by journalist Pete O’Rourke a few days ago that Man City are likely to be more receptive to an offer for Savinho in January.

However, O’Rourke suggested that it may take a ‘huge offer’ to get the 21-year-old out of the Etihad Stadium mid-season.

Three Tottenham Hotspur players could be back in action over the coming weeks, but a couple more could be out of action for a while.

Tottenham’s injury situation at the moment is bad by normal circumstances, but given what the club have experienced over the last couple of years, it does not feel like a major crisis.

Six players are currently on the treatment table, while Yves Bissouma and Pape Sarr are also unavailable due to their participation in the AFCON.

However, there could be some light at the end of the tunnel for Tottenham Hotspur on the injury front.

Three Tottenham players could return to action in January

The Standard have now provided potential return dates for all of Tottenham’s injured players based on the latest information they have.

Despite rumours going around about Dominic Solanke having suffered a setback in his recovery, they point to Frank’s statement that the striker is ‘progressing’ and they predict he will be back in action in January.

Destiny Udogie, who suffered a hamstring injury at the end of November, is also expected to be back next month, which is also expected to be the case with Dejan Kulusevski.

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Two Spurs players could be further away from a return to action

The Standard reveal that Kota Takai recently featured for Tottenham’s Under-21s, which appears to be a big step forward on his road back to action.

However, they say that it is unclear when the Japanese international will be ready to play for the first team.

Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of a teenage striker just got a lot more complicated amidst the latest developments over his future.

Spurs boast of some extremely talented young players in their ranks, with big things expected of the likes of Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, Luka Vuskovic and Mikey Moore in the years to come.

Gray, in particular, has adapted very well since his move to N17, and the club are now reportedly looking to raid Leeds for a player that the Tottenham man knows very well.

Over the last 12 months, plenty of reports have suggested that Spurs had extensively scouted Harry Gray, the younger brother of Tottenham’s Archie, who plays as a striker in the Leeds youth sides.

Man City ready to challenge Tottenham for Harry Gray

Gray’s only senior appearance to date came in Leeds’ 6-0 win over Stoke City in the Championship back in April, but he is thought to be rated highly by scouts across the English game.

Now, journalist Alan Nixon has revealed on his Patreon that Man City are also eyeing a move for the 17-year-old forward.

Nixon says that the Etihad hierarchy has been very impressed with the Leeds academy graduate and could look to take him to Manchester next month.

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The journalist suggests that the prospect of moving to City and working with Pep Guardiola could prove extremely appealing for the teenager.

Leeds looking to hand a blow to sides chasing Gray

It is not just Spurs and Newcastle who are after the striker, with reports previously indicating that Tottenham are facing competition from Arsenal and Newcastle for Harry Gray.

Gray recently put pen to paper on his first professional contract at Leeds, which comes as a major blow to Spurs and the other Premier League clubs chasing him.

However, Tottenham may be hoping that having Archie on the books gives them a headstart on their rivals.

Tottenham Hotspur have a busy post-Christmas schedule, but player availability is becoming a problem of the club’s own making.

Tottenham Hotspur are currently enjoying an eight-day gap between two of their fixtures, but this is a luxury which will soon disappear.

The gap between an FA Cup tie against Aston Villa and a Premier League meeting with West Ham is the only time in January when Spurs will not be required to fulfil a midweek fixture.

Tottenham already had injury problems and there are further issues in the squad for which the team have no one to blame but themselves.

Cristian Romero will miss the upcoming clash between Spurs and Crystal Palace after the captain was sent off against Liverpool last weekend.

He is not the only player to be punished for his behaviour, with Micky van de Ven having to miss the Champions League showdown against Borussia Dortmund in January due to an accumulation of yellow cards.

Tottenham need Radu Dragusin and Kevin Danso to step up

Spurs have already been without Romero this season as a result of his adductor injury and Kevin Danso was the man to replace him.

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The Austrian has been hit and miss, although on his day, he is a solid defender who is well liked by Thomas Frank for his long throws into the box.

Radu Dragusin, on the other hand, has been sidelined with an ACL injury for the best part of a year, and even before that he was struggling in a Tottenham jersey.

The 23-year-old defended poorly and was dreadful in possession for Spurs, although it was claimed he was not well-suited to Ange Postecoglou’s playing style.

Dragusin could get his chance to play in the Tottenham first team again, and he will be allowed a fresh start. It will be interesting to see if he can show under the management of Frank why he was signed in the first place.

Ben Davies could also be important for Spurs

With Dragusin still only just returning from injury, it would not be surprising to see Ben Davies given the nod in the new year period.

The Welshman has long been known as Mr Reliable at Tottenham, but many were surprised to see him remain at the club last summer.

Davies is a member of Frank’s leadership team, so he could have a very important role to play in the coming weeks. He must show that he still has what it takes to play at the heart of the Spurs defence, otherwise there is no chance he will be in North London come the end of the summer.