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Tottenham Hotspur urged to part ways with Yves Bissouma in the summer transfer window

Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma is one of several players that might face the axe at N17 in the coming weeks. The Mali international endured a ‘stop-start’ campaign for the Lilywhites this season and failed to make the starting spot his own under Ange Postecoglou, despite the injury crisis at the club.

The 28-year-old arrived at Hotspur Way in 2022 after enduring a successful stint at Brighton and Hove Albion. But it is fair to say that the midfielder has failed to replicate the consistent performances that he put in for the Seagulls week in week out in the Premier League. He looks lost in the middle of the pitch and the weight of the jersey seems to hold him down from performing freely on the biggest stage.

The Malian was relied upon heavily by Big Ange during the initial months of the 2023/24 season. However, a drop in form midway through the season saw the 28-year-old lose his place in the starting eleven for good under the Australian tactician. But it is important to note that Bissouma played a massive part in the latter stages of this season to ensure Spurs won the Europa League and ended their 17-year wait for a trophy.

Tottenham should cash-in on Yves Bissouma in the summer

Tottenham star Yves Bissouma is facing an uncertain future at N17, despite showing glimpses of his true potential in recent months under Ange Postecoglou. The Spurs No.8 is linked with a move to Fenerbahce, as Jose Mourinho intends to add a holding midfielder to the club’s ranks for next season. Not only Fenerbahce, but Aston Villa and a number of Saudi clubs are also interested in the 28-year-old’s services.

Now, Alasdair Gold has also urged the North London club to cash-in on Bissouma as Spurs look to kickstart a new era at N17. Writing for Football.london, Gold said,

“The Mali international came good in the final few Europa League matches but this was a difficult season for Bissouma. He’s just not consistent enough and turns 29 this summer while reaching the final 12 months of his contract. It feels like the time to part ways unless Frank firmly believes he can unlock fully what Postecoglou could only do occasionally despite his mutual affection for the midfielder.”

Alasdair Gold acknowledged Yves Bissouma’s rise in form during the last part of the campaign to help Tottenham win the Europa League. However, the reliable journalist believes that the 28-year-old is inconsistent and he also turns 29-years-old in a few weeks. Gold also pointed out that the Lilywhites must cash-in on the Malian as he only has one year left in his contract.

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It remains to be seen what the future holds for Bissouma as Spurs get ready for a massive squad overhaul in the summer. Fans are expecting the ex-Brighton star to head for pastures new in the summer as the Lilywhites look to add a quality replacement to their ranks for next season. However, Spurs fans will not forget Bissouma’s contributions during the last part of this season as he helped the club win its first trophy in 17 years.

AS Monaco star Vanderson has a choice to make in the summer amid Tottenham transfer links

It was clear for all to see that the injury crisis at Tottenham impacted the performances on the pitch. One of the major reasons for the club’s disastrous Premier League campaign was the lack of squad depth that the Lilywhites had under Ange Postecoglou. The North London struggled to field the same starting eleven for consecutive games for most parts of the season due to the injury crisis at N17.

Yet, Spurs managed to defy all odds and won the Europa League to end the campaign on a high amidst all the scrutiny. Now, Daniel Levy must make sure that reinforcements are brought in quickly so that the Lilywhites can build on the Europa League success heading into next season.

Many areas of the pitch need to be addressed in the coming weeks at N17. But the focus should be on revamping the defence as the North London club clearly lacked depth in the backline for most parts of the season. Big Ange was forced to play inexperienced in different positions at the back as many key defenders were forced to sit on the sidelines through long-term injuries.

Tottenham still in the running for AS Monaco star Vanderson

Tottenham are looking to bolster their defence in the summer as many key players failed to perform consistently last season. The Lilywhites will be competing against top teams in the Champions League next season, and the need to have a full-strength squad is necessary as they will look to go far in the competition.

It was reported earlier that Spurs were interested in AS Monaco full-back Vanderson for next season. The Brazil international has made a name for himself in Ligue 1 and has been a key part of the setup at the French club under Adolf Hutter. Now, the Lilywhites have taken notice of that and want to bring him to N17 in the summer as Pedro Porro’s replacement.

However, the deal to sign the 23-year-old is not as easy as it sounds. As per UOL, Barcelona have intensified talks to sign the full-back after being aware of the player’s preference to join the Catalan club in the summer. The aforementioned report also suggests that AS Monaco are looking to recoup €35m for the defender and prefer selling Vanderson to Spurs instead.

It remains to be seen how Daniel Levy approaches this deal. The Lilywhites cannot afford to waste any more time on convincing players to join the club in the summer, as time is running out in the transfer market. Other clubs have already started strengthening their squads for next season, so Spurs need to act fast and land their intended targets under Thomas Frank.

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Signing Vanderson in the summer would be a good move by Spurs. The Brazilian likes to venture forward and tends to make overlapping runs when the winger cuts inside. He thrives while playing for a team that presses high, and the 23-year-old is not shy of getting into challenges to win the ball back. Thomas Frank prefers his full-backs to be effective on both ends of the pitch, which indicates that the deal for the AS Monaco star should be a priority.

Tottenham are facing competition from Manchester United in pursuit of Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic

Thomas Frank will work closely with chairman Daniel Levy to get transfers across the line at Tottenham Hotspur.

The Danish tactician, who has moved across the capital after seven years at Brentford, will want to strengthen every area of the pitch after Spurs’ struggles in the Premier League last season. The focus is expected to be in attack, as doubts are raised over Dominic Solanke.

Having arrived at N17 in a club-record deal from Bournemouth in 2024, Solanke was expected to fill the void left the by the legendary Harry Kane up top. However, the 27-year-old struggled in doing so, lacking the cutting edge that he possessed during his final season at Bournemouth. His fellow forwards Richarlison and Son Heung-min also underperformed, especially the former whose injury concerns in the capital continued.

Thus, there is a clear need to bring an upgrade on Richarlison—a striker who not only covers for Solanke but also keeps him on toes throughout the campaign. With Richarlison heading for a potential exit in the summer, Daniel Levy must sign a quality replacement that would uplift the quality of Spurs’ attack.

It was reported earlier this summer that Tottenham were interested in signing Juventus centre-forward Dusan Vlahovic. The Turin giants are open to selling the Serbian international for a fee of around £20million. The North Londoners have retained an interest in the 25-year-old, yet thrashing out a deal would not be straightforward.

This is because Spurs are not the only club keen on signing the Juventus striker. According to an exclusive report from FootballTransfers, Manchester United have held direct talks with the representatives of Dusan Vlahovic ahead of a possible move. It is the striker’s camp who are understood to have approached Manchester United, with the Serbian pushing for his dream move to the Premier League this year.

Vlahovic is on course to enter the final year of his contract (Transfermarkt), and with no concrete talks over a renewal, the Serie A heavyweights are open to offloading him in a bid to get his hefty wages off their books. Despite his underwhelming season in Serie A, the 25-year-old still netted 15 goals as Juventus narrowly finished fourth and qualified for the Champions League. The Belgrade-born star’s stock still remains high, as evidenced by interest from Premier League clubs.

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It remains to be seen what the future holds for Vlahovic. If Spurs are indeed interested in him, Levy needs to get his act together and beat Man United to his signature. At 25, the ex-Fiorentina man’s best years are possibly ahead of him and he would be an upgrade on the injury-stricken Richarlison. With his physicality, pace and aerial ability, he’d bring a different dimension to the Tottenham attack and flourish under the guidance of Frank, who prefers playing with two strikers.

However, with Vlahovic leaning towards a move to Old Trafford, the North Londoners will need to do some persuading to join their project.

“Romero will be the new captain if Son departs the club,” John Wenham exclusively told Tottenham News.

“If Romero stays, that could lead to Bentancur renewing his contract, and that would be the new bedrock of Tottenham moving forward.

“I know we’ve seen those comments from Diego Simeone. However, at the moment, it doesn’t look as though Atletico are willing to pay what Romero is worth. This is a player being eyed up as the next Argentina captain.

“Therefore, selling him on the cheap is not an option, and it doesn’t look like Atletico are willing to pay the amount of money Romero is worth.”

Tottenham Hotspur star Guglielmo Vicario is under consideration at AC Milan

Tottenham have entered a period of adjustment. After a disastrous season in the Premier League, but having won the Europa League, the London club has opted for a new approach and appointed Thomas Frank as their next coach. The management might be committed to a more stable structure and a defined system, with a special focus on defence.

Although the goalkeeper position seemed to be a safe zone, the name of Guglielmo Vicario has begun to be mentioned in the transfer offices. Despite arriving as a firm bet to replace Hugo Lloris, his continuity no longer seems so clear.

According to TBR Football, AC Milan have placed Vicario as one of their main targets this summer. The departure of Mike Maignan, although not yet finalised, is considered inevitable within the Italian club. This has led the Rossoneri to explore options, and the 28-year-old Italian is highly rated by the new management.

Although Tottenham’s management do not see an urgent need to sign another goalkeeper, there are those within the club who question whether Vicario is the best guarantee between the sticks. Milan want the goalkeeper, and Postecoglou publicly defended him. Now everything will depend on how much Milan are willing to offer and how much Tottenham are willing to sacrifice.

The possible sale of Vicario raises several issues. Should Tottenham really let him go? The arrival of Thomas Frank marks a new cycle, and starting that process with doubts in goal is not the best way to make an impression. Vicario had his ups and downs, yes, brilliant saves followed by avoidable mistakes.

However, in an unstable season for the team in the Premier League, few names escaped that trend. Can he be blamed entirely? Probably not. The truth is that his profile fits a club like Milan, that are looking for a goalkeeper capable of shining in big games. However, replacing him at this point does not seem so simple.

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The squad might need tweaking in defence, a reliable central midfielder and depth in attack. Adding the search for a new top-level goalkeeper to the market would only complicate matters further. Furthermore, Vicario already knows the league and can offer consistency if given real support. For all these reasons, selling the Italian might seem like a hasty decision. Tottenham must think long term.

Tottenham are planning to cash in on Son Heung-min before big-money squad overhaul

It looks like Son Heung-min has played his final game in Tottenham Hotspur colours.

The South Korean forward has been a mainstay for Spurs since from Bayer Leverkusen back in the summer of 2015. He has managed to maintain huge levels consistency in the Premier League for year after year until this past season, where the 32-year-old’s form showed signs of decline.

The Tottenham skipper also suffered some injury problems that hampered his rhythm, and while he recovered ahead of the Europa League final, Ange Postecoglou named him on the bench. Lifting the Europa League could now prove to be his final action for Spurs, as Daniel Levy has already kicked off his summer transfer plans.

According to an exclusive report from The Telegraph, Son could depart the North Londoners this summer as the club looks to bolster their summer transfer budget and fund a squad overhaul. Clubs from Saudi Pro League are interested in a deal for veteran forward.

Recent reports suggested that the Saudi Arabian clubs had revived their interest in the Tottenham skipper. The cash-rich Saudi Pro League chiefs view him as a bankable world star that could boost the league’s growth in Asia and beyond. There is now an opportunity for the Lilywhites to generate a fee for Son, whose contract expires in 2026 (Transfermarkt) after the club had triggered a one-year extension in January.

Arguably the best Spurs signing of the modern era, the South Korean international has become one of the biggest names in the Premier League. He has achieved a legendary status at White Hart Lane, playing 454 games across 10 seasons and scoring 173 goals. The forward has been the club’s captain since 2023 after the departure of his one-time strike partner Harry Kane to Bayern Munich.

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It has felt at times that the South Asian ace had reached the end of his time at N17 after a frustrating previous campaign, even though he delivered 20+ goal contributions. With Son set to turn 33 in July and the club expected to compound on their policy of investing in young, exciting talent with high potential this summer, the time is indeed right for Tottenham to part ways with our skipper.

All in all, if he is sold this summer, Son will leave as one of the great Spurs players of the last two decades. The No.7’s future may be on hold for now, though, as the club are yet to make a decision on coach Ange Postecoglou.

Tottenham planning to propose another loan deal for Mathys Tel with high loan fee and buy obligation

Tottenham Hotspur have a decision to make on Ange Postecoglou and several players of their squad, which is now uncertain.

The Lilywhites did the unthinkable under Ange Postecoglou and won the Europa League trophy in Bilbao in May. Despite becoming the first manager to lead the club to silverware after 17 years, Postecoglou is unlikely to continue the project at N17.

Now, with Spurs looking ahead to a summer of change, a decision needs to be made on Mathys Tel as well.

The North Londoners signed Mathys Tel on loan from Bayern Munich during the winter transfer window deadline day, with a €60m buy option included in the transfer agreement. The forward struggled for game time in the first half of the season at Bayern Munich, making only a handful of appearances in the Bundesliga.

However, since his move to White Hart Lane, the youngster enjoyed more game time and became a Europa League winner. The forward played 20 times for Tottenham, netting three goals and an assist in the process.

Now, the Frenchman could make his stay with Tottenham permanent, as Daniel Levy looks to strengthen the squad for the 2025/26 season. However, the chief decision-makers at N17 are not ready to pay €60m to sign Tel on a permanent deal from Bayern. They are looking to renegotiate terms with the German champions as Spurs feel they can get his signature at a lower fee.

Tel is not expected to be a part of Vincent Kompany’s Bayern squad for the Club World Cup and instead will be part of the France U21 squad for the upcoming games. Now, a new update on his future and Spurs’ efforts to sign him has been delivered.

According to a report from Sky Deutschland, Tottenham are considering extending the French forward’s loan for one more season with a high loan fee and an obligation to buy. Bayern sporting director Max Eberl continues to hold ‘intensive talks’ with the Premier League side for Tel. There is no mention of any figures yet.

Tel doesn’t appear to feature in Vincent Kompany’s plans at the Allianz Arena, so the Bundesliga giants have to make a prominent decision on the youngster’s future quickly. While the Sarcelles-born talent struggled to post consistent numbers during the past few months in a Spurs shirt, he showed great promise for the future. This has also led to Ange Postecoglou advising the club to retain the pacey winger’s services.

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Our club bosses’ plans to propose an extension of Tel’s loan for another season with a sizeable loan fee and buy obligation would make sense. If they put forward that offer, it will be interesting to see whether Bayern agree to it or not.

Tottenham table offer for Angel Gomes as midfielder prepares to leave Lille on a free transfer

With the season now complete, Tottenham are shifting their focus to pre-season friendlies and the highly anticipated UEFA Super Cup clash against European giants Paris Saint-Germain. To compete at that level, the Lilywhites know significant reinforcements are needed. According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Tottenham are confident of securing the signing of out-of-contract England international Angel Gomes this summer.

The former Manchester United midfielder, is set to depart from France when his contract runs out next month and Tottenham is currently in the lead to secure his services, on a bosman transfer. Speaking for Football Transfers, Journalist Ben Jacobs has said that Tottenham feels confident in recent days and thinks it could be close to an acceptance on their contract offer. Gomes has been on the radar of other clubs, West Ham and Marseille particularly interested in the talented midfielder.

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Angel Gomes has been described as a ‘phenomenal’ talent, and made his move to Lille from Manchester United back in 2020. Gomes made 134 appearances in five seasons at Lille, scoring 10 goals and registering 19 assists.

The 24 year old has found himself out of the Lille starting XI on a regular basis this season, only starting 10 Ligue 1 matches and three in the Champions League. Journalist Ben Jacobs revealed on Last Word on Spurs that ‘Tottenham have made a contract offer for Gomes and in the last 48-72 hours, have grown increasingly confident that their offer will be accepted.’

The Journo speaking on Last Word On Spurs, believes the deal could be confirmed very soon

“Gomes is another possibility, and Tottenham have made an offer.”

“What I’ve heard in the last kind of 48 hours is that Tottenham have grown in confidence that their offer might be accepted.”

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Tottenham should finalize Ange Postecoglou’s future before confirming any new transfers, with uncertainty apparently still hovering over whether the Australian will be in charge next season. Fabrizio Romano reports that the club is weighing up their options internally, and that a decision will be announced “very soon.” With that Europa League victory adding to both morale and cash reserves, the club is now poised to embark on a summer shake-up to enhance an ailing squad for next season’s challenges.

Tottenham Hotspur backed to retain the services of Cristian Romero

Tottenham are riding a wave of optimism following their Europa League triumph, their first trophy in 17 years, despite an otherwise inconsistent domestic campaign. As the club gears up for a major summer overhaul, multiple departures are expected, and key decisions will need to be made.

In the coming weeks, Ange Postecoglou’s future, recruitment strategy, and evaluations of current squad members will be central to Tottenham’s planning. Among those under scrutiny is Cristian Romero, widely regarded as the club’s most vital defender. His future now appears uncertain, a development Daniel Levy had hoped to avoid this summer.

Romero has quickly established himself as a fan favourite since joining Tottenham in 2021. The Argentine centre-back was recently named Player of the Match in Spurs’ UEFA Europa League final victory, capping off another influential campaign at the heart of their defence. Despite his consistently strong performances and a standout first season in English football, questions had begun to surface over his future amid reported interest from Atletico Madrid.

With Tottenham preparing for a significant summer rebuild, the club hopes to use their recent Europa League success as a launchpad for greater ambitions in both domestic and European competitions. However, the uncertainty surrounding Romero’s future appears to have taken a notable turn. According to Tottenham News, John Wenham has suggested that Daniel Levy may now feel less anxious about Romero potentially departing for Atletico Madrid.

“However, reports in Spain also suggest Atletico baulked at Spurs’ valuation of Romero, and it has been suggested that while contract talks aren’t imminent, Levy will do what he can to keep the defender.

“Therefore, I think since the Europa League win, there has been a change from Romero’s departure being seen as inevitable, to now there being a real prospect of him remaining at Tottenham.

“I certainly think it is far more likely that Romero stays now. I just don’t see Atletico reaching a valuation which I think is perfectly reasonable for a player who put in a phenomenal performance in the Europa League final.”

Wenham noted that while formal contract negotiations have yet to begin, Daniel Levy is expected to do everything within his power to keep Cristian Romero at the club. Since Tottenham’s Europa League triumph, the perception of Romero’s potential exit has shifted from an outcome that once seemed inevitable to a growing belief that he may well stay.

He believes it is now far more likely the Argentine defender remains at Spurs, especially after his standout performance in the final and the club’s unwavering stance on his valuation.

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Tottenham Hotspur are set to go through a key summer of overhaul

Following their Europa League triumph, Tottenham have wasted no time initiating a major summer overhaul. Significant changes are already underway across various levels of the club, with several board and staff members set to either take on new roles or depart entirely. In a particularly notable development, one of Daniel Levy’s closest assistants has recently stepped down, a move considered a significant shift in the club’s internal hierarchy.

Further changes are expected in multiple areas, including a restructuring of the medical and sports science departments, as Spurs look to modernise and align every aspect of the organisation with their renewed ambitions.

According to Football.london, a major shake-up is now underway at Tottenham, marked by the departure of executive director Donna-Maria Cullen. A long-standing and influential figure at the club, Cullen had been one of Daniel Levy’s most trusted confidantes throughout his nearly 25-year tenure as chairman. Having been with Spurs since 1992, her exit signals a significant change in the club’s leadership structure.

Cullen officially stepped down from her role on Saturday and will spend the coming months transitioning her responsibilities to other members of the organisation. With her departure, only Matthew Collecott, operations and finance directorand Rebecca Caplehorn, director of football administration and governance remain as Levy’s longest-serving board members.

Major changes are imminent at the White Hart Lane

Further changes are expected across several departments at Tottenham, with the medical and sports science teams set for a significant overhaul. However, the most notable development this week is the appointment of Vinai Venkatesham as the club’s new CEO. Highly regarded for his work at Arsenal, Venkatesham has been brought in to guide Tottenham into a new era, one that prioritises greater transparency and communication with fans, something supporters have long called for.

As previously reported by Football.london, many within the club also believe that former managing director of football Fabio Paratici is likely to return in some capacity. Due to his involvement in an ongoing civil trial related to his time at Juventus, it is expected that any initial return would be in a consulting role rather than a formal executive position.

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With sweeping reforms already underway at Tottenham, Daniel Levy faces a pivotal decision: whether to include head coach Ange Postecoglou in the club’s long-term vision. The Australian broke Spurs’ 17-year trophy drought with their Europa League triumph, but questions remain about whether he will be the man to lead them into a new era.