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Tottenham Hotspur are known for keeping an eye on young prospects across Europe, and now they are keeping tabs on one emerging star who could be available for under £50 million.

Tottenham Hotspur are no strangers to signing youngsters, as seen in recent windows when the club made a conscious effort to build for the future.

Last summer, however, did show a slight shift in strategy, with the club prioritising more experienced players to bring greater balance to the squad.

With Fabio Paratici back and set to focus on first-team matters, Johan Lange has taken charge of youth recruitment and scouting, and it appears Tottenham could once again be turning towards youth as part of their long-term project.

Tottenham scouts watch Can Uzun during Liverpool vs Eintracht Frankfurt

TBR Football are now reporting that Tottenham Hotspur sent scouts to watch a highly-rated Bundesliga youngster, Turkish midfielder Can Uzun of Eintracht Frankfurt.

It is understood that Spurs officials were in attendance during Frankfurt’s clash with Liverpool, although Uzun did not feature in the match.

The 19-year-old is one of the leading names in a promising new generation of Turkish talents that includes Arda Guler, who Tottenham have also been linked with, and Kenan Yildiz of Juventus.

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His name has been on the radar of several major European sides following a breakout campaign that has seen him become one of Frankfurt’s standout performers.

Uzun has already notched five goals and three assists this season, marking what has been an impressive period of adaptation since his move to Germany in 2024.

Brighton, BlueCo and City Group also tracking Uzun

With Guler expected to command a significant fee, Uzun could very much be available for £50 million, but Tottenham are not the only English club monitoring the Turkish midfielder.

Brighton & Hove Albion, BlueCo, and the City Group are all showing concrete interest in Uzun’s development this season.

Speaking to TBR Football, Graeme Bailey shared what he had learned from a Premier League scout who has followed Uzun closely.

Bailey revealed: “This boy is ‘special’ was the comment I received from a scout attached to one of the Premier League’s top clubs.”

He went on to add: “Uzun might be considered under the radar to some but he is a huge talent. He has become one of the most talked about players in the Bundesliga and he really is a huge talent. There is not a major club who does not have him on their radar.”

Tottenham Hotspur have been credited with an interest in a six-time La Liga winner, but they may not be the favourites to land him in January.

One senior Tottenham star’s performances this season have come under the scanner so far this season.

The player in question is Guglielmo Vicario, who some Spurs fans have been calling for Frank to drop from the side.

The Tottenham number one has responded with some outstanding performances of late, showcasing that he is indeed one of the best shot-stoppers around. Vicario was Man of the Match against Monaco and a big reason behind Tottenham’s clean sheet away at Everton.

However, this has not ended the speculation about Spurs pursuing a new goalkeeper in January.

Chelsea could battle Tottenham for Marc-Andre ter Stegen

Over recent weeks, we have heard reports that Spurs have explored a move for Barcelona number one Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

The German international is currently out injured, but it has been alleged that Barca are keen to get him off their wage bill in the upcoming transfer window.

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Journalist Dean Jones has now suggested that Stamford Bridge, rather than the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, may be the likely destination for Ter Stegen in January.

Jones told TEAMtalk: “It would not surprise me if Chelsea looked into getting Ter Stegen on loan for the second half of the season.

“They want to make sure they are well prepared for any big moments and will definitely not want to be caught short in such a key position, which has been a concern already.

“Obviously, he will be swamped with offers, so competing for a spot may not turn out to be something that appeals to him. The wages situation could come into the equation, too. But I still think Chelsea will attempt to sign Maignan on a permanent deal, and that would happen in the summer, so getting Ter Stegen in short-term for now could be an option.

“It has become clear that a move from Barca is on the horizon, so let’s see how this opens up. Chelsea have definitely had interest in him in recent times and will be fully briefed on his situation ahead of any decision.”

Spurs have more pressing concerns to address than Vicario

It has been reported over recent weeks that Tottenham want to add a striker and a wide forward to their squad in January.

Additionally, it has also been suggested that Thomas Frank’s men are also scouring the market for a number six, which does not come as a surprise, given the issues they have in midfield this season.

Whatever one thinks of Vicario, those are undoubtedly much bigger priorities for Tottenham to address than the goalkeeping situation.

Tottenham Hotspur could be set for another transfer battle in January, with reports suggesting the club is once again eyeing a move for Morten Hjulmand.

The January transfer window is fast approaching, and Tottenham Hotspur could very much be busy when it does.

Two sporting directors are currently at the helm for Spurs, and with a £100million injection having recently made its way into the club, there could well be some top signings in the works.

The midfield position under Thomas Frank has not entirely been the strongest, with the Dane yet to find the right combination, and now reports claim Spurs could be in for a player they tried to sign in the summer window.

Tottenham preparing move for Morten Hjulmand

According to Record, as relayed by Sport Witness, Tottenham are understood to be preparing a bid for Morten Hjulmand, as they are one of several European clubs believed to be circling for the midfielder ahead of the winter window.

The Lilywhites are believed to be leading the way to land the Danish midfielder, but clubs across Europe also remain in the mix.

Sporting resisted offers in the summer after striking an agreement with Hjulmand to remain until the end of this season, despite interest from Spurs at the time.

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The report adds that Hjulmand will receive a cash bonus if that happens, with Sporting also maintaining their firm stance on the €80million (£68.5m) release clause in his contract.

Spurs could bid for Hjulmand in January

Sporting are said to be expecting ‘headaches’ in the January transfer window despite Hjulmand signing a new deal and his £68.5m release clause remaining active.

Tottenham are reportedly keeping an eye on the midfielder’s situation, and Sporting are well aware of that, as they brace themselves for potential bids.

A bid could pretty much come from Tottenham or other suitors in Europe, but Spurs are certainly viewed as one of the sides most interested in the Danish midfielder, who continues to impress in Portugal.

Tottenham Hotspur secured yet another away win in the Premier League, moving up to third in the League table following their victory over Everton.

Let’s take a look at the five things we learned from Tottenham’s win against Everton:

Micky van de Ven shines as he leads Tottenham’s top scorer chart

It has been a season of set plays in the Premier League, and Tottenham Hotspur have not been left behind as Thomas Frank has made his side increasingly dangerous from dead-ball situations.

Today was a timely reminder of just how good Tottenham are from set pieces, and it was the captain on the night, Micky van de Ven, who was getting his head on those deliveries right at the top of Jordan Pickford.

Everton had been strong when defending set pieces and had yet to concede a goal from such situations, but Spurs ended that run by grabbing two well-taken corners.

The Dutchman’s tally is now up to five for the season, and for a player who scored none last campaign, that is surely a huge step up.

Frank had once mentioned how he was looking to improve van de Ven’s goalscoring from set pieces, and that work is clearly paying off. He also becomes Spurs’ top scorer for the season with his brace.

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Thomas Frank’s new 4-4-2 tweak gives Tottenham fresh edge

Talk about Tottenham’s lack of creativity has been rampant, especially as they struggled in their last two matches to create against Aston Villa and AS Monaco.

Today saw Frank tweak his setup, which at times looked like a 4-4-2 with Mohammed Kudus and Brennan Johnson interchanging between right midfield and striker.

Xavi Simons also looked to come inside a lot more despite starting on the left, while Djed Spence often hugged the touchline to provide width.

This tactical change seemed to spark some improvement, with Tottenham getting a win after managing just one in their last five.

However, with just one goal from open play, it is difficult to tell if the tweak worked to perfection.

The underlying numbers do show a step up in performance, though, with Tottenham creating four big chances and managing an xG of 2.08.

To put that into context, Spurs managed to create four big chances in their last two matches combined, while managing an xG of 1.63 in that period.

Vicario saved Tottenham with some superb stops again

Guglielmo Vicario has faced criticism already this season after a couple of howlers in recent weeks, with fans even calling for him to be dropped.

The Italian, however, has responded with some commanding performances, with his excellent shot-stopping keeping Tottenham in games once again.

He managed a clean sheet in midweek against AS Monaco and grabbed another against Everton.

Beto’s overhead kick looked destined for the net before Vicario stuck out an arm, while a couple of efforts were heading goalwards until the Italian’s sharp interventions denied them.

He prevented 0.96 goals on the night – a solid showing from the Spurs keeper.

Spurs away form vs home form in the Premier League

Tottenham’s home form leaves a lot to be desired, and Thomas Frank is very much aware of how poor his side has been at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Away from home, though, Spurs have been the team to beat, with no side in the league managing a better away record.

From five games on the road, Tottenham have picked up 13 points, scoring 12 goals and conceding just three.

At home, however, they have the 17th-worst record, collecting just four points from four home matches, scoring five and conceding four.

If Frank and his side can sort out their home form, then a push for the top four remains very realistic. Next up in the league is a home clash against Chelsea – if only it were away, but we shall see.

Xavi Simons struggles as Spurs star was unhappy to be hooked

Overall, it was a perfect night for Tottenham, who have now moved up into third place after several of their rivals failed to secure wins.

There are positives to take and things to improve, but Frank would still be scratching his head over Simons.

The Dutchman still has not found rhythm in a Tottenham shirt, and despite Frank’s tactical adjustments, he struggled to make much of an impact in this fixture.

He was taken off at the 60-minute mark and did not look pleased about it. There were some positives, though, with Simons getting on the ball more often – it is now about improving his decision-making in the final third.

The full-time whistle has blown between Tottenham Hotspur and Everton in the Premier League, and the player ratings are in.

Below, we have given each Tottenham player a performance rating on a scale of 0-10, with 10 highest score achievable for an impressive performance.

How the Tottenham players rated vs Everton

Guglielmo Vicario – The Italian once again looked impressive between the sticks, making several smart stops. In the second half, Beto called him into action with an overhead kick, but Vicario was equal to the task, preventing a clear goal-scoring opportunity. 8.

Pedro Porro – Held his ground against Jack Grealish for most of the game when Everton looked to attack down Spurs’ right. Also produced a lovely assist for Tottenham’s second with a pinpoint delivery from a corner. 8.

Kevin Danso – Picked up from where he left off in the first half, snuffing out Everton’s threat and reacting quickly to block Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s attempt early in the second half to keep Tottenham ahead. 7.

Micky van de Ven – A true captain’s performance from the Dutch centre-back, who did his damage in the opposition box, grabbing two goals from corners and taking his tally to five for the season while helping Tottenham to a fourth clean sheet. 10.

Djed Spence – Much like in the first half, Iliman Ndiaye continued to pose a threat down Tottenham’s left, and Spence struggled to contain the Senegalese winger, who created a couple of good opportunities for Everton. 6.

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Rodrigo Bentancur – The Uruguayan grabbed an assist to set Tottenham on their way and was strong defensively, making several blocks, headers and interceptions as Spurs looked to see out their two-goal lead. 8.

Joao Palhinha – Spurs may have struggled to create from open play, but in a match where defending was key in the final 45 minutes, Palhinha and Bentancur, in the holding roles, were crucial. Palhinha did the defensive work superbly, winning headers and making important blocks. 8.

Xavi Simons – The Dutchman was more involved in this one, as Frank allowed him to drift inside alongside Mohammed Kudus. However, he did not create much and could have done better with his decision-making in the final third. Later replaced by Lucas Bergvall. 6.

Mohammed Kudus – No stranger to playing in the attacking midfield role, which is where Frank deployed him, though Tottenham still struggled to create from open play. The Ghanaian worked tirelessly off the ball, tracking back well, and his corner deliveries remained excellent. 7.

Randal Kolo Muani – The Frenchman showed throughout that he is capable of leading the line, linking play effectively with those around him. Still working his way to full fitness, he was replaced on the hour mark. 6.

Brennan Johnson – Solid performance overall, even if his best work did not come in Everton’s box. Johnson was willing to put in the defensive shift, often helping Porro against Grealish. 7.

Substitues

Richarlison – The former Everton man came off the bench to replace Kolo Muani and was full of running. He had a good chance to make it three but fired straight at Jordan Pickford after a James Tarkowski error. Made up for it with an assist for Pape Matar Sarr’s late goal. 7.

Lucas Bergvall – The young Swede replaced Simons and slotted into the number ten role on the left-hand side, but did not make much of an impact in the final third. 6.

The half-time whistle has blown between Tottenham Hotspur and Everton in the Premier League, and the player ratings are in.

Below, we have given each Tottenham player a performance rating on a scale of 0-10, with 10 highest score achievable for an impressive performance.

Tottenham player ratings vs Everton

Guglielmo Vicario –Started the half in good fashion, picking up from where he left off in midweek with a few strong stops. His blushes were spared by VAR after Everton’s goal from a corner was overturned for offside. 7.

Pedro Porro – Was called into defensive action quite early in the fixture when Jack Grealish met Iliman Ndiaye’s cross, but the Spurs full-back was on hand to make a vital block. He has also stood his ground when marking the Everton wide man. Porro later grabbed an assist from a corner, helping Spurs double their lead. 8.

Kevin Danso – Helped keep things tight at the back, dealing well with Everton’s threat in behind and from long balls. A solid display so far. 7.

Micky van de Ven – Opened the scoring from a corner after Rodrigo Bentancur’s attempted header found the Dutchman unmarked in the six-yard box for a free header, which he converted superbly. Was on target again from yet another corner, meeting Porro’s delivery to double Spurs’ advantage. 10.

Djed Spence – Ndiaye proved a handful for the Englishman early on, with the Senegalese forward creating a good chance from Spence’s flank, but Grealish failed to convert. Frank’s latest tweak has seen Spence hug the touchline when Tottenham are in possession, though the full-back has yet to create anything meaningful from that area. 6.

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Rodrigo Bentancur – Frank has persisted with Bentancur, and the Uruguayan has certainly repaid the manager’s faith by grabbing an assist from the corner. The 28-year-old came close later in the half with a long-range effort destined for the top corner, only for it to drift wide. 8.

Joao Palhinha – Spurs did not concede in the first half and have handled the physicality of Everton’s midfield well, largely thanks to Palhinha in that holding role alongside Bentancur. Both have looked solid in the middle. 7.

Xavi Simons – The tactical tweaks continue, and in this fixture, Simons has operated more centrally when Spurs have possession, as Frank looks to get him more involved and boost Tottenham’s creativity. Has been casual at times, losing the ball in promising situations. 5.

Mohammed Kudus – There has been a tactical shift from Frank, with Kudus operating in the number ten position. The former West Ham man has seen plenty of the ball and worked hard tracking back when needed. He was involved in Tottenham’s opener with a wicked delivery from a corner. 7.

Randal Kolo Muani – A first start since his deadline day move, and he has linked up play well, combining neatly with those around him. Played in Simons after dropping deep with a lovely flick, but the midfielder’s poor decision in the final third prevented a threatening situation from developing. A solid display so far. 6.

The Tottenham Hotspur team has been announced for the Premier League fixture against Everton.

Tottenham make their first-ever visit to the brand new Hill Dickinson Stadium in search of their first win in their last three matches.

Everton are still unbeaten at their new home after four matches and thankfully, Spurs’ away form has been respectable, a stark contrast to what fans have had to endure in N17.

Thomas Frank’s side were once again considerably below par in midweek when they drew 0-0 with Monaco in the Champions League, a result they could have easily lost if it were not for the heroics of goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.

The Toffees have won just one of their last six outings, but sit comfortably in mid-table having seen a vast improvement since David Moyes returned as manager.

The Tottenham Hotspur team vs Everton

Tottenham are once again without Cristian Romero due to an adductor strain, which has kept him out since the 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa.

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Destiny Udogie, Dominic Solanke, Ben Davies, Yves Bissouma, Dejan Kulusevski, Radu Dragusin, Kota Takai and James Maddison are all still out.

This is the Tottenham Hotspur team which takes to the field on Merseyside today:

Everton XI: Pickford; O’Brien, Keane, Tarkowski, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, Grealish; Beto.

Tottenham XI: Vicario; Porro, Danso, Van de Ven, Spence; Palhinha, Bentancur; Kudus, Simons, Johnson; Kolo Muani.

Subs: Kinsky, Byfield, Gray, Bergvall, Sarr, Richarlison, Tel, Odobert, Scarlett

Tottenham need to get their act together and fast

Tottenham have looked way below average in recent matches, especially in attacking areas with his side showing a massive lack of creativity.

The reality is that Spurs cannot afford to take any more time to get their act together when you look at who they will face in their five Premier League matches following today’s fixture against Everton.

Three London derbies, the visit of in-form Manchester United and a midweek trip to Newcastle will certainly put the Tottenham squad to the test over the coming weeks.

Tottenham Hotspur will not like the latest news coming out of Brazil about a young forward, who they have made advances towards over recent weeks.

We have now known for nearly a month that Tottenham’s scouts are closely watching a young Brazilian starlet.

Vasco Da Gama winger Rayan is thought to be someone who has impressed Spurs this season, with the Lilywhites even allegedly exploring getting a work permit for the 19-year-old ahead of a potential January transfer.

Rayan has a release clause of €40m (£34.3m), but over recent days, there have been some murmurs in Brazil that the Tottenham target could be in line to get a new contract.

Vasco Da Gama director makes big admission about Tottenham target Rayan

Vasco’s director of football, Admar Lopes, has now confirmed that negotiations have indeed begun to tie the 19-year-old to a new deal at the club.

He revealed that conversations on a new deal for Rayan are now ‘advanced’ and asserted that it will see the value of the player’s release clause increase if signed.

When asked if a new contract is in the offing for the young Spurs target, Lopes told Globo Esporte: “The conversations are advanced and things are going well, both with the family and with the agents and the player. We are confident that, in the coming weeks or by the end of the year, we will be able to conclude this renewal. It is also the player’s wish.

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“A renewal of a player with this impact is to increase everything. The financial terms, the duration of the contract and the release clause. All to protect Vasco da Gama.”

Vasco boss is desperate for Rayan to stay

The Brazilian club’s manager, Fernando Diniz, has made it clear that he does not want the club to sell the teenage forward under any circumstances. He suggested that Rayan is the most complete striker currently playing his trade in the Brasileiro Serie A.

When asked about the 19-year-old’s future, Diniz told ESPN: “When I arrived here, I told them (the Vasco hierarchy) that he was unsellable. Sell the pitch, sell the goalposts, but don’t sell Rayan. His potential is immense. He’s only at the beginning.

“Maybe he’s the most complete striker in Brazilian football, without a shadow of doubt. He can play wide, as a number nine, as a ten. He’s strong, explosive, left-footed, scores goals… He has everything you can imagine in a player. He’s very special.”

Tottenham Hotspur’s on-loan forward Will Lankshear finally got back on the scoresheet for Oxford United after a six-game goal drought.

Tottenham Hotspur will be hoping Will Lankshear can continue to build momentum this term, as the young forward looks to make his loan spell with Oxford United count.

Last season’s six-month stint with West Bromwich Albion did not exactly go to plan for the Spurs striker, who failed to register a single goal in his 11 appearances for the Championship side.

This campaign, however, has already offered far more promise for the 20-year-old, who has been heavily involved for the O’s, and in his latest outing, he made his mark once again with a crucial goal

Tottenham’s Will Lankshear scores in Oxford United win over Sheffield Wednesday

In Oxford United’s latest League fixture against Sheffield Wednesday, Will Lankshear opened the scoring for Gary Rowett’s side, who went on to claim a 2-1 victory.

It was Lankshear’s fourth goal of the season from 10 starts, and it brought an end to a six-game barren run in front of goal.

When the ball was recycled back to Cameron Brannagan in a central position after a set-piece, the Oxford midfielder clipped a teasing ball into the box that would have evaded everyone if not for Lankshear’s diving header at the back post.

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Interestingly, the header also ended an unusual pattern for the youngster, as he had never previously been on the winning side in matches where he had found the back of the net.

Watch Will Lankshear’s goal against Sheffield Wednesday here:

Spurs will be happy with their young striker

The Tottenham forward featured for 76 minutes before being substituted, earning a solid 7.8 FotMob rating for his display.

It was a confident showing from Lankshear, who registered three shots, created one chance, completed seven of his 11 passes, and saw two of his efforts test the goalkeeper.

He also showed intent to contribute in the build-up phase, registering 26 touches overall, including two inside the opposition box, while completing two passes into the final third.

Tottenham and Manchester City are among several top Premier League clubs monitoring one of England’s standout defenders ahead of the 2026 window.

Tottenham Hotspur are reported to be in the market for a centre-back in 2026, with a marquee signing said to be on Spurs’ radar.

It is not entirely surprising, given Thomas Frank’s current options at the back, with injuries keeping Radu Dragusin, Cristian Romero, and Kota Takai out of action.

Spurs need more options in defence, and a new report has linked them with a Premier League defender who is also attracting attention from Manchester City.

Tottenham and Manchester City monitoring Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa

According to TBR Football, Tottenham are understood to be assessing their options in central defence ahead of 2026, and are among the clubs who admire Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa.

Manchester City are also believed to be showing interest in the England international, who has become an integral figure in Unai Emery’s side.

Konsa’s ability to play both at centre-back and full-back is another factor that appeals to City, with his versatility viewed as a key strength.

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But it is not just Spurs and City who are monitoring the defender, as the report reveals that Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United have also watched Konsa at various points over the last 12 months.

Interest in Ezri Konsa extends beyond the Premier League

Interest in Konsa is not limited to England, with Italian sides Inter Milan and Napoli, along with RB Leipzig, all said to be keeping tabs on the 28-year-old.

Aston Villa are, however, unwilling to part ways with one of their key players. Yet with PSR concerns lingering over the Birmingham-based club, there is a belief among rival sides that some names could be lured away from Villa Park, and Konsa is viewed as one of the most attainable.

Speaking on the situation, transfer insider Graeme Bailey confirmed that Konsa’s name is increasingly being mentioned in club circles.

He said, “Ezri Konsa’s name is coming up quite a lot when you talk to clubs about potential defensive options.

“Clearly, Villa do not want to sell but he has just over two years left on his deal, he is now one of England’s top defenders, and Villa are likely going to have to tie him down to a new deal.

“Konsa is a nailed-on Premier League performer who is now showing it at international level. It is not a shock to me that some very big clubs are keeping an eye on him.”