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Fabio Paratici is keen on Tottenham Hotspur signing a talented Italian centre-back, but his club have rejected an approach in the past.

Tottenham Hotspur are likely to be active in the January transfer market, based on the club’s underwhelming displays over recent months.

Questions have been raised over whether Spurs need an upgrade on Guglielmo Vicario, while midfield and attacking options have also been discussed.

It seems Tottenham might also be looking to add to their defensive line as well, because Fabio Paratici is said to be ‘crazy’ about a central defender who plays for Inter Milan.

Fabio Paratici wants Tottenham to sign Alessandro Bastoni

FC Inter News report that Alessandro Bastoni has caught the attention of Tottenham’s co-sporting director.

Saudi Pro League clubs Al Hilal and Al-Qadsiyah attempted to sign the 26-year-old in the summer, but were unsuccessful in their pursuits. Spurs themselves made an advance towards signing Bastoni, only for this to be rejected, while Chelsea suffered the same fate.

Bastoni has not seriously considered leaving Inter Milan, and he feels ‘deeply attached’ to the club where he has spent more than eight years of his career. It is possible that talks about his contract renewal could take place in the next few months.

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Sport Witness suggest the Italian outlet are attempting to hype up Bastoni’s loyalty to Inter, with interest from Barcelona also reported. It is claimed they are attempting to present Bastoni as ‘rejecting half of Europe’s great and good’.

Spurs were interested in Bastoni during Antonio Conte’s tenure

Back in the summer of 2022, it was reported that Bastoni informed Inter he wanted to join Tottenham. However, Bastoni later revealed he never planned to leave the Serie A club.

With reports suggesting the defender is happy at Inter, it seems unlikely a move to Spurs will ever come to fruition, no matter how much Paratici wants it.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly eyeing a prolific striker to bolster their attacking options, though a substantial transfer fee could prove a significant stumbling block in any potential deal.

Tottenham Hotspur are yet to truly replace Harry Kane since he departed three summers ago to German giants Bayern Munich.

The England captain is arguably one of the greatest finishers of his generation and remains the club’s record goalscorer, yet since his departure, Spurs have looked blunt in attack with none of their forwards coming close to replicating his output.

Dominic Solanke was signed as the direct replacement for the former Tottenham number nine, but the 28-year-old can barely stay fit, with injuries consistently hindering his involvement since his move to north London.

Tottenham target Samu Aghehowa but the price is high

Journalist Paul O’Keefe has now confirmed that Tottenham are on the lookout for a new number nine to lead the line.

This season Spurs have had to rely on Richarlison and Randal Kolo Muani, who have looked to impress but are not quite at the levels required at this stage of the campaign.

The Tottenham insider stated during a Q&A with supporters that one name on the club’s radar is Samu Aghehowa, but he explained that the forward’s valuation could be a hindrance.

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His tweet read: “Don’t know. I heard they looked at forward Samu Aghehowa but very hefty price.”

Aghehowa release clause poses problems for Spurs

Indeed, Samu Aghehowa has been heavily linked with a move to Tottenham in the past few weeks, with the club keeping a close eye on the forward who has bagged 15 goals in 21 appearances in all competitions.

However, he also commands a massive fee, with the striker reported to have a release clause understood to be around £87.3m (€100m), although it is unlikely any club will trigger that figure.

The forward could depart in January, but that will also command a significant fee, reported to be in the region of £70m (€80m), if not £78.6m (€90m), just to start a conversation with Porto mid-season, making it very unlikely for Spurs to make a move, given they will look to strengthen other areas of their team.

Tottenham Hotspur have expressed interest in a young left-sided winger, but Manchester United are also exploring a potential deal.

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to strengthen their attack in January, and there is a vacancy to be filled on the left wing.

Spurs have been scouting Rayan, a 19-year-old who currently plays his football in Brazil. However, he recently signed a new contract at Vasco, which saw the insertion of a £70m release clause.

Antoine Semenyo remains a target for Tottenham, but Manchester City lead the race to secure the Bournemouth winger, who has seven goals and three assists in the Premier League this season.

Tottenham have their eye on Said El Mala

Sport Bild report that Said El Mala is another winger to have captured the interest of Spurs.

An approach has been made towards the 1. FC Koln player, but Manchester United have also registered their interest. This comes after Brighton had an £18m bid for El Mala rejected last summer, although they remain interested in securing his signature.

Manchester City, Bayern Munich, PSG and Barcelona are also in the picture to sign the 19-year-old, but Koln are not expected to sell him before the summer transfer window.

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Spurs and Manchester United are looking to pay between £26-£35m for El Mala, but the Bundesliga club’s asking price could be upwards of £50m.

El Mala has developed quickly at Koln

Last season El Mala was playing on loan at his former club Viktoria Koln. The teenager bagged 13 goals and five assists, but this was in the German third tier,

El Mala has made the big step up to the Bundesliga, and he already has six goals and three assists in 14 league appearances this season.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly shifted their transfer plans and are now actively looking for a replacement for the struggling Guglielmo Vicario.

Tottenham Hotspur’s defeat away at Nottingham Forest was largely self-inflicted as individual errors once again proved costly for the north London side.

Guglielmo Vicario was the culprit for both goals at the City Ground, adding to a growing catalogue of mistakes the goalkeeper has made throughout the current campaign.

That defeat has only served to pile further pressure on manager Thomas Frank, who will be desperate to turn things around as scrutiny on his number one intensifies.

Tottenham considering new goalkeeper signing amid errors from Guglielmo Vicario

Tottenham insider Paul O’Keefe has now claimed that the club are on the lookout for a new goalkeeper following the recent howlers from Guglielmo Vicario.

The reliable journalist stated during a Q&A with supporters that the north London outfit had not previously been considering a move for a shot-stopper, but the situation has now changed, although it remains unclear whether a deal will be sought in January or the summer.

“Starting to look at goalkeepers now – I don’t think January but there was a time not long ago that it wasn’t a consideration. It is now,” O’Keefe wrote on X.

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Spurs are keeping tabs on multiple goalkeepers

Spurs have been linked with several goalkeepers in the past week, with Manchester City’s summer signing James Trafford emerging as a potential option.

Barcelona veteran Marc-Andre ter Stegen has also been a name thrown into the mix, while Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen has similarly been linked with a move to Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing their next high-potential youth signing, with the club identifying a talented Belgian midfielder who fits the Lucas Bergvall mould.

It took some time before Lucas Bergvall finally settled into life at Tottenham Hotspur following his move from Djurgården.

Spurs had to fend off Barcelona to land the Swede, and after a debut campaign that saw him sweep all individual awards in north London, the club will have been best pleased with the business they conducted.

However, Tottenham took a different approach in the last summer window, opting not to sign youngsters but instead to sign more established players with experience playing in the top division.

Johan Lange targets Nathan De Cat as next major youth acquisition at Tottenham

Spurs insider Paul O’Keefe has now revealed that the club have set their sights on their next major youth acquisition.

Tottenham have since undergone some restructuring following the reappointment of Fabio Paratici ahead of the winter transfer window.

The Italian is expected to focus on senior team recruitment, while Technical Director Johan Lange looks to ensure more signings of the Bergvall type make their way to Tottenham.

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It is understood that Lange is a fan of 17-year-old Anderlecht midfielder Nathan De Cat, but while there is admiration, a move is expected to come in the future rather than immediately.

Spurs must fend off competition in Europe for De Cat

Nathan De Cat currently plies his trade in the Belgian Pro League and has received a significant amount of game time so far this season despite being only 17.

The teenager has played a total of 1,764 minutes, appearing 18 times in the league, and just like Bergvall, he possesses impressive versatility.

De Cat has featured in two positions in midfield, playing as an eight and a six, making 14 and eight appearances respectively.

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing an exciting La Liga attacker, but they face intense competition for his signature from Premier League rivals.

It has been widely reported by a number of reliable sources that signing a wide-forward is Tottenham’s number one priority in January.

While big names like Antoine Semenyo and Iliman Ndiaye have been mooted as targets for Spurs, it has now emerged that the North London club are now turning their attention to a winger who is impressing in La Liga.

It first emerged back in September that Tottenham are fans of Sevilla’s Ruben Vargas, and it appears that the Lilywhites are making advances towards the winger ahead of the January window.

Tottenham battling three Premier League clubs for Ruben Vargas

Vargas has consistently delivered the goods since joining Sevilla in the summer, with three goals and four assists in 12 league outings so far.

According to Fichajes, the Switzerland international’s displays have brought him to the attention of several Premier League clubs ahead of January.

Vargas’ dribbling ability, pace and his quality in the final third have made him sought-after in England, with Tottenham being one of the clubs plotting a move for the winger.

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The 27-year-old is keen to test himself in the Premier League, but the Lilywhites face plenty of competition for his services.

Aston Villa, Leeds United and Newcastle United are all monitoring his progress and could battle Thomas Frank’s men for his signature.

Premier League club ready to submit offer for Vargas

Fichajes explain that Sevilla view the former Augsburg man as a key part of their plans, but they have not ruled out a sale.

The La Liga club would be open to accepting a compelling offer for Vargas, as they could use the funds to rebuild their squad.

Sevilla are hoping that a bidding war erupts among Premier League sides for the winger and drives up the transfer fee, as one club looks set to push ahead with an offer.

Leeds are keen to steal a march on the competition for Vargas and are willing to put an opening €20m (£17.5m) offer on the table.

David Ornstein has revealed what Tottenham Hotspur’s priorities are in the January transfer window, including two possible targets.

Thomas Frank is a man under immense pressure as Spurs continue to struggle to create chances.

Reports indicate that Tottenham are already lining up potential replacements for Frank in the event that he fails to turn things around.

However, despite this, reports continue to suggest that Spurs are ready to back their head coach with big funds in January to aid his efforts to turn around the team’s fortunes.

David Ornstein reveals Tottenham are eyeing big-name wide-forwards

David Ornstein has now confirmed that the Lilywhites are looking for opportunities to strengthen their squad in the upcoming transfer window.

The journalist said that signing a wide-forward would be a priority for the club, revealing that Antoine Semenyo is on their radar and suggesting that they could go back in for Man City star Savinho.

Ornstien said on Sky Sports’ Back Pages podcast about Tottenham: “They’ll also have the opportunity to improve the squad in the January transfer window. There will be money available if the right profile comes to them, and if it will improve the team in their eyes.

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“They like Antoine Semenyo, for example, if it’s not going to be him, maybe some other players in that wide attacking position, which is something they looked at last summer with Savinho from Manchester City. It didn’t come to fruition. Maybe it will in January, and they’ll hope that Thomas Frank can bring the results over time.”

Will the Spurs hierarchy have doubts about backing Frank?

It was reported a few weeks ago that a transfer kitty of £100m will be made available to Frank during the January window.

However, it has now emerged that the Spurs hierarchy are starting to have some doubts about Frank and that support for the Dane is not unanimous at the boardroom level.

It may thus give second thoughts to the Tottenham leadership about making big-money signings suited to the 52-year-old’s system, as there is no guarantee that he will be at the club over the long term.

According to leaks, Nike is preparing an eye-catching retro-inspired kit for Tottenham Hotspur’s 2026/27 campaign.

The 2025-26 season is still a long way from concluding, with Tottenham Hotspur still trying to find its feet in the Premier League under Thomas Frank, given the inconsistencies in their game.

However, that has not prevented plans for the subsequent campaign from making the headlines well in advance of the summer.

It has already been reported that Tottenham will have a new front-of-shirt sponsor from the 2027-28 campaign, but before that commercial change takes place, details of a retro kit for next season have emerged.

Nike to launch retro Tottenham kit for 2026/27 season

This update comes from Footy Headlines, who claim that Nike are set to release a special retro jersey for Tottenham in the 2026-27 season.

The kit is scheduled for release right before AIA departs from being the front-of-shirt sponsor ahead of the 2027-28 campaign.

The rumoured strip is expected to combine vintage inspiration with modern graphics, focusing on lifestyle and streetwear appeal with a predominant black base and vibrant gradient stripes.

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Spurs are not the only side expected to have a retro kit manufactured for the 2026-27 season, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid set to receive similar collections.

In terms of design, the jersey is expected to feature wide horizontal stripes in a gradient mix of turquoise, cyan, purple, and orange, alongside a black fold-over collar with white detailing to reinforce the vintage aesthetic.

The kit is also expected to feature a stylised ‘HOTSPUR’ wordmark across the chest rather than the traditional club crest.

Tottenham Hotspur’s hopes of selling Yves Bissouma may have sustained a big blow ahead of the January window.

The Mali international has not made a single appearance for the Lilywhites this season due to multiple injuries.

Reports indicate that Tottenham have decided to sell Bissouma in January and that the midfielder is now facing disciplinary action after allegedly being videoed inhaling laughing gas.

Bissouma has also deleted all references to Spurs from his Instagram, and reports indicated that several clubs across Europe were eyeing the Tottenham midfielder ahead of the January window.

Premier League duo cool interest in Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma

Among the clubs reported to be interested in Bissouma were Everton and West Ham, who were both said to be big fans of the Spurs star.

However, a new report in Football Insider has now claimed that the interest of both the Toffees and the Hammers in the 29-year-old has now waned.

The outlet claims that both Everton and West Ham were tracking Bissouma, but neither of them are likely to substantiate their interest in the Tottenham Hotspur man during the upcoming transfer window.

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Sources close to those clubs have indicated that the former Brighton man is not viewed as a top priority by David Moyes’ and Nuno Espirito Santo’s men in January.

Spurs could extend Bissouma’s contract

Bissouma’s current contract at Tottenham runs out at the end of the season, which is why the Lilywhites would be keen to offload him in January.

However, it was reported last month by The Daily Mail that Spurs have the option to extend Bissouma’s contract by one more year.

It was explained that the Lilywhites are ready to activate that option should they be unable to find a buyer for the 29-year-old next month.

Tottenham Hotspur managed to secure an absolute bargain back in 2023 if the player turns out to be as good as Josko Gvardiol.

Spurs signed Vuskovic for £12m from Hajduk Split in 2023 when he was 16 years of age, and he was initially loaned back to the Croatian club before having further loan spells at Radomiak Radom in Romania and Westerlo in Belgium.

The centre-back arrived at Tottenham Hotspur for the first time ahead of this season before joining Hamburg on loan, and the teenager has shown his class in the Bundesliga.

In fact, the Spurs man is attracting interest from some of the biggest clubs in Europe due to his outstanding performances for HSV.

Luka Vuskovic’s agent reveals how Tottenham won the race for centre-back

The 18-year-old’s agent, Leo Dragicevic, has now revealed that there was no shortage of interest in his client two years ago and that he tried to move him to Serie A.

However, he explained that Tottenham moved decisively to strike a deal with Hajduk Split before any Italian clubs could act.

Dragicevic told TuttoMercatoWeb about Vuskovic: “I was in a situation where I tried to bring him to Italy, but Tottenham were quicker. Italian clubs need to react faster. Croatia is a nearby country and Croatian players adapt easily in Italy, but if you hesitate, you lose opportunities like this.”

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Vuskovic likened to Man City star by his agent

Some reports indicate that Tottenham are ready to offer Vuskovic an improved contract to keep him from the clutches of some of the biggest clubs in Europe.

Dragicevic has now suggested that his client is the best young centre-back in the world and backed him to reach the heights of his compatriot Josko Gvardiol. Considering Man City paid £78m for Gvardiol and Spurs paid just £12m for Vuskovic, that would be some going.

He added: “If we talk about defenders, Gvardiol has been doing top-level things for years. Now Luka Vuskovic is following in his footsteps. At this moment, he may be the best young defender in the world because his numbers are impressive.

“He shows everything a modern defender needs. Aerial duels, carrying the ball forward, impressive technique. He plays as if he already has 500 matches in his legs.”