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Tottenham Hotspur have made a witty post on social media thanking a former midfielder of theirs for his service after he decided to hang up his boots.

The Mauricio Pochettino era is still looked back on fondly by Tottenham fans, not only because of the quality of the side and the style of football they played, but also due to the connection that the squad built with the fan base.

That has not been replicated in the seven years since, and Spurs fans will be saddened to see that many stalwarts of that Tottenham side have now called time on their careers.

Tottenham’s Belgian trio, Mousa Dembele, Toby Alderweireld, and Jan Vertonghen, have all hung up their boots, and another player has now followed suit.

Tottenham pay tribute to Victor Wanyama through a funny post

Wanyama was very popular among the Tottenham supporters, with the Kenyan forming a formidable partnership with Mousa Dembele in the middle of the park in his heyday.

The midfielder spent four years at Spurs after arriving from Southampton in 2016, making 97 appearances for the club, scoring seven goals.

Following a spell at Major League Soccer side Montreol FC and a brief stint at Scottish second-tier side Dunfermline Athletic, Wanyama has now decided to call time on his career.

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Referencing the former Spurs man’s infamous tweet about spaghetti, Tottenham wrote on X: We had Victor Wanyama, and he was nice, we enjoyed it. Wishing you all the very best in your retirement, Victor. Thanks for the memories.”

Wanyama could have been a Spurs legend if not for his injuries

Waynama was undoubtedly world-class in his first season at White Hart Lane, and there were not too many better midfield pairings in world football at the time than he and Dembele.

However, the Kenyan failed to even reach the same heights after that season, with injuries taking a major toll on him.

Were he not blighted by those problems, or if Tottenham had signed him two or three years earlier, he may well have become a bona fide legend at the club.

Mauricio Pochettino has lost yet another chance for a reunion with Tottenham Hotspur after the club decided to appoint Roberto De Zerbi.

Many Tottenham fans were clamouring for Pochettino’s return, as the former Spurs boss continues to be adored by the club’s supporters, nearly seven years on from his exit.

In fact, reports continued to suggest that Pochettino was the Tottenham hierarchy’s top managerial target for the summer.

However, Spurs have instead decided to bet big on Roberto De Zerbi, who has been handed a five-year contract in North London and is set to kickstart a long-term project.

Mauricio Pochettino is gutted that a Tottenham return is no longer an option

GiveMeSport have now revealed that Pochettino and De Zerbi would have been Tottenham’s two top targets if the club were making a new appointment in the summer.

However, the Spurs decided to make a permanent appointment immediately due to the precarious position they found themselves in after Igor Tudor’s inability to get a tune out of the squad.

Pochettino was not an option for Tottenham right now since his contract with the USA runs until the end of the World Cup.

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The report claims that privately, the Argentine is ‘gutted’ that Spurs subbed him and decided to give the job to De Zerbi instead.

Who was Spurs’ preferred choice between De Zerbi and Pochettino?

GiveMeSport make it clear that De Zerbi had actually overtaken Pochettino as Tottenham’s top managerial target.

In fact, it is revealed that this is the third time that Spurs have tried to appoint the Italian, checking on his availability last summer and again after the sacking of Thomas Frank.

A player that Tottenham Hotspur fans were hoping to see return to action over the next few weeks may not feature again this season, if one report is to be believed.

While Tottenham still have several key men out injured, the club’s injury situation has improved recently.

Destiny Udogie and Lucas Bergvall both returned to action against Nottingham Forest, while Joao Palhinha was also fit enough to make the matchday squad.

Reports have indicated that Mohammed Kudus, Rodrigo Bentancur, Yves Bissouma and Ben Davies are now closing in on a return, but there has now been a concerning update regarding one of those senior men.

Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur could be out of the World Cup

A report in ESPN Deportes speculates on Uruguay’s final squad for the World Cup and has made a concerning revelation about Rodrigo Bentancur.

The report says that the Tottenham Hotspur man is one of five midfielders whose status in the squad is assured under Marcelo Bielsa.

However, the outlet points out that Bentancur is out of action due to an injury and states that he is ‘doubtful for the World Cup’.

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If this report is right in suggesting that the 28-year-old is not guaranteed to be fit for this summer’s tournament, that suggests that he is unlikely to play for Tottenham again this season.

Marcelo Bielsa has referenced Bentancur’s injury

The South American nation was held to two draws by England and Algeria during the international break, and their head coach spoke about the players who are out injured.

Beilsa touched on Bentancur’s situation but did not provide any information on when the Tottenham man is expected to return.

The Uruguay boss said: “Those mentioned, like Ronald Araujo, Rodrigo Bentancur, Nicolás De la Cruz, and Darwin Núñez, are players who have faced different situations. Bentancur suffered a long-term injury and is currently recovering.

“Darwin hasn’t played competitively for some time, and De la Cruz is a player who was crucial during Uruguay’s best period and is now trying to find his form and become a starter for Flamengo, which is what we want. Plans always have nuances that arise from reality.”

Alasdair Gold reveals whether the Tottenham leadership considered the idea of bringing Ange Postecoglou to the club after parting ways with Igor Tudor.

The Tudor experiment blew up in Tottenham’s faces, with the Croat lasting just 43 days in the job and picking up just one point in his five Premier League games in charge of the club.

Spurs have turned to Roberto De Zerbi not just to save them from relegation but also to get the club back up to where they belong, with the Italian coaching comitting himself to Tottenham for the long term.

De Zerbi has already made it clear that he favours possession-based, attacking football, and his arrival represents another reset for the club following Thomas Frank’s more pragmatic approach.

Tottenham did briefly consider bringing Ange Postecoglou back

Posteocoglou refused to discuss the possibility of returning to Tottenham when the question was put to him last month.

The Australian was sacked by the North London club last summer despite delivering the Europa League title, and it has now been revealed by Alasdair Gold that the Spurs hierarchy did very briefly consider bringing Postecoglou back.

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Speaking on his YouTube channel, Gold said: “I am told that they very briefly did consider a short-term return for Ange Postecoglou. When I talk briefly, I mean literally like ‘Yeah, no’. You know that really shouldn’t be made into anything more than that.”

Can De Zerbi get a reaction out of the Spurs squad?

According to reports, the Tottenham squad are excited about De Zerbi’s arrival and are looking forward to working with the former Brighton boss.

The Italian has made it clear that he is already well-versed with the Spurs squad, having watched the side play a lot of late.

The club’s leadership will be hoping that, unlike Tudor, De Zerbi can get an instant reaction from the squad and instil them with some confidence.

Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a timely lift on the injury front, but Mohammed Kudus seemingly remains absent.

The Roberto De Zerbi era is now in full swing for Tottenham Hotspur following his appointment earlier this week after parting ways with Igor Tudor.

The former Brighton manager is now tasked with helping Spurs beat the drop this season, given how close they are to the bottom three, with just one point the difference between themselves and 18th-placed West Ham United.

De Zerbi will be hoping he can get off to a winning start when he takes his side to face Sunderland at the Stadium of Light next weekend.

Tottenham boost as Mathys Tel returns to training ahead of Sunderland fixture

Spurs have not been in action for close to a month, given the international break and the return of the FA Cup this weekend, a competition they have since crashed out of.

That has afforded De Zerbi time to work with this group of players before their next league game on April 12. We expect that at least five players could return from injury before that encounter, and recent training footage has now confirmed the return of one star.

Mathys Tel was seen in training at Hotspur Way during what was De Zerbi’s first session. The young Frenchman picked up a knock in Spurs’ 3-0 defeat at the hands of Nottingham Forest last time out.

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His return to training is undoubtedly a big boost for De Zerbi, who is currently short on left-wing options given Tottenham’s injury crisis.

Spurs injury concerns remain: Where is Mohammed Kudus?

While Tel was spotted in training, several other stars on the sidelines were not seen. There was no sign of Yves Bissouma, Ben Davies, Rodrigo Bentancur or even Mohammed Kudus.

Igor Tudor had revealed that Kudus was set for a return after the latest international break, but footage from training does not show the Tottenham forward.

However, that does not rule the Ghanaian’s return out, nor does it mean he has faced any setback. Fans will have to wait for further updates from new head coach De Zerbi.

Jermain Defoe has referenced his coaching journey at Tottenham as the Spurs legend embarks on his first stint as a head coach.

Defoe became a club legend at White Hart Lane, being one of the most dangerous strikers in the Premier League at his pomp.

The 43-year-old, who has always been very popular among the Tottenham faithful, served as an academy coach for two years at Hotspur Way after hanging up his boots.

The Spurs icon will now get his first taste of the top job, and there is no doubt that Tottenham fans will be watching closely.

Jermain Defoe admits Tottenham academy stint will aid him in head coach role

Earlier this week, Defoe was announced as the head coach of Woking FC, who play in the National League, the fifth tier of English football.

The former England man admitted that the head coach role has been a long time coming, making it clear that he is ready to tackle the challenge after gaining some coaching experience at Spurs and Rangers.

Looking ahead to his time at Woking FC, Defoe told BBC Sport: “It’s been a long time coming. It was always the plan at the back end of my career when I knew I wanted to go into coaching and luckily enough that transition was quite smooth.

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“I left Rangers, I went straight into Tottenham and did two years in the academy. I was exposed at Rangers a little bit with a player-coach role in my last year.

“When you look at the infrastructure, it’s somewhere where I hope players will want to come and play. The talks have gone on for a while, and I just want to get going.”

Defoe eyes immediate promotion at start of managerial stint

One would expect the Tottenham decision-makers to have a close eye on how Defoe gets on at Woking FC, and he has an immediate chance to do something special.

His new side sits 10th in the table, 11 points off a playoff spot, with six games to go, and the Spurs legend is hopeful playoffs are within reach.

When asked if promotion is his aim at Woking, their new boss said: “I don’t want to sit here and say, right, we need to achieve this, we need to achieve that. We’re ambitious people. I want to do well.

“The main objective is, of course, to get promoted with the players we’ve got, some top players. The games that I’ve watched, I’ve been really impressed. You have to be confident. I think you always have to back yourself, whether you’re a player or a manager or a coach.”

Tottenham Hotspur have now been offered the chance to sign right-back Denzel Dumfries, but are set to face stiff competition from sides in the Premier League and Saudi Arabia.

Signing youngsters and offering them a pathway into the first team is very common in modern football.

In fact, for Tottenham Hotspur, it has worked to an extent, with the likes of Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray producing standout performances since their arrival in north London.

Bergvall was Spurs’ player of the season last term, while Gray is currently the standout performer for Tottenham this season.

However, for all the youth, there is still a need to strike the right balance in the squad, with a level of know-how also required.

Tottenham Denzel Dumfries transfer opportunity emerges

Spurs are now being offered the opportunity to sign a player with considerable experience this summer window.

That is according to TeamTalk, who report that Inter Milan full-back Denzel Dumfries has been offered to Tottenham ahead of the next transfer window.

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The 29-year-old full-back is available due to a modest release clause in his contract worth around £21 million, a figure that has alerted clubs across Europe.

However, while Tottenham have been offered the opportunity to sign the right-back, they are far from the only ones in the race.

Spurs face competition for Denzel Dumfries signature

Liverpool are said to have started discussions over a potential move with Dumfries, as they look to lure the full-back away from Italy.

However, Inter Milan does not want to lose their right-back and is now looking to enter negotiations with the Dutchman to remove the clause in his current contract.

Meanwhile, just like Spurs, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea and Newcastle United have also been approached, as the race for the full-back heats up.

Outside of England, there remains interest, with Saudi Arabian clubs also keen on securing the signature of Dumfries.

With competition fierce, the full-back remains open, with the coming weeks expected to be decisive for all clubs involved.

A disappointing Premier League campaign – one that could see Tottenham Hotspur relegated – may force them to consider selling their standout performer from last season, Lucas Bergvall.

Lucas Bergvall had a stellar first season at Tottenham Hotspur under Ange Postecoglou, making a clean sweep of three individual awards thanks to his impressive performances throughout the 24/25 campaign.

This term, though, the Swede has struggled to make a similar impact, with injuries a major factor in his drop-off.

Yet, Bergvall has attracted interest from clubs in the Premier League. Both Chelsea and Aston Villa put in a £40 million bid for the midfielder, but Spurs swiftly turned down.

Tottenham Lucas Bergvall transfer interest from Chelsea and Aston Villa

According to Sportbladet, Tottenham are now expected to look to fend off further attempts from clubs to poach their young talent, Bergvall.

However, it is understood that it could become increasingly difficult later in the summer if Spurs were to drop to the Championship.

This is because of the financial repercussions of relegation, which could force a fire sale in north London, and Bergvall is likely to be a target.

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Should that happen, Chelsea and Aston Villa are tipped to be at the front of the queue to land the talented Swede, having missed out on him in the winter window.

Spurs face Lucas Bergvall decision amid relegation threat

Spurs will surely not want to lose a player of Bergvall’s talent, given his age and ability on the pitch, any time soon.

The youngster is not just one who shines for his club, but is equally influential for his country, Sweden, which he has helped secure a place in the World Cup.

Should he have a stellar campaign in the World Cup finals, his stock is only going to rise, which could make it even harder for Tottenham to keep him this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur shot stopper Guglielmo Vicario has reportedly already given a ‘yes’ to Inter Milan amid recent links with the Italian side.

Guglielmo Vicario has shown great commitment to Tottenham Hotspur since arriving at the club three summers ago.

The Italian played a big role in the club’s Europa League triumph, while also showcasing his dedication to the badge by playing through pain in the last couple of games before undergoing hernia surgery.

However, it looks like Vicario’s time at Tottenham could be coming to an end, with Inter Milan keen on securing his services.

It is understood that Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio has already held initial contact with the player’s agent, Gabriele Giuffrida, as they work towards a summer move for the Italian.

Guglielmo Vicario agrees personal terms with Inter Milan

A new report from L’Interista now claims that Guglielmo Vicario has already given his ‘yes’ to a potential move to Inter Milan.

The Serie A leaders are believed to have proposed a four-year contract worth €3.5m per season (£3m), a figure likely to be after tax and higher than his current wages at Tottenham – something that could accelerate the deal.

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Inter have already held discussions with both Vicario and his agent, with the former Empoli goalkeeper giving his approval to the move.

The Spurs shot stopper is said to be honoured by the interest from Inter, although he is not actively pushing for a transfer, with the Italian club now expected to open talks with Tottenham.

Spurs face goalkeeping decision as Roberto De Zerbi arrives

Spurs have since secured the services of Roberto De Zerbi as they continue their fight to avoid relegation this season.

But there are question marks over whether De Zerbi will turn to the Spurs number one, who may not ideally fit into his style of play.

The former Brighton boss is known for building from the back, with every player in the defensive line capable of playing passes to beat the opposition press.

Vicario currently struggles in that aspect of his game, often opting to go long rather than play short, with the Premier League’s official channel even controversially poking fun at the Tottenham number one for his long balls.

Given his struggles in that department, Vicario’s departure may allow Tottenham to improve that area of the pitch, moving for a goalkeeper more comfortable playing out from the back.

Tottenham have battled with an injury crisis in the last two seasons, but they are now keen on securing the services of a centre-back with a near-perfect injury record.

Tottenham Hotspur have barely had any luck on the injury front in the last two seasons, with several first-team players sidelined for extended periods.

This campaign, ahead of their Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund, Spurs were without a staggering 13 first-team players for different reasons, ranging from injuries to suspensions and illness.

Undoubtedly, Tottenham’s inability to consistently field a full-strength squad has often impacted their performances, and it could well be a key reason behind their struggles in the Premier League over the past two seasons.

Tottenham target Evan Ndicka amid defensive concerns

According to Corriere dello Sport, Tottenham are now understood to have set their sights on AS Roma centre-back Evan Ndicka.

Ndicka was linked with a move to Spurs in the 2025 winter window when the club’s defensive ranks were decimated under Ange Postecoglou, with Ben Davies, Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven and Radu Dragusin all sidelined.

However, while those players have struggled with injuries in the past, Ndicka has remained injury-free this season, featuring in all 35 games for AS Roma.

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In fact, across his entire career, the centre-back has missed just fourteen games – a remarkably low figure.

It is now understood that the Ivory Coast international could be on his way out this summer, but Spurs are set to face competition for his signature.

Spurs face competition for Evan Ndicka as £34.3m price emerges

There is currently interest in Ndicka from other Premier League sides, including Manchester United and Liverpool.

Clubs across Europe, including Bayern Munich and Besiktas, are also keen, with the growing interest causing concern in Rome.

Roma are facing pressure due to FFP to offload some of their players, and, at present, given that Ndicka was signed on a free transfer, no other player at the club can generate as much profit.

It is understood that a fee exceeding €40m (£34.3m) could secure his transfer, with Ndicka’s sale easing some of the financial pressure.

Speaking to Corriere dello Sport, former Roma player Antonio Zago addressed Ndicka’s situation, suggesting the defender should remain at the club while acknowledging the possibility of a more experienced option being sought.

He said: “He is young, he should stay and be confirmed, but I do not know if they will look for a more experienced centre-back.”