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Thomas Frank has confirmed one player will be absent from Tottenham's squad for Saturday's Premier League curtain-raiser against Burnley.

Several stars remain on the treatment table, with James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski and Radu Dragusin all on the long-term casualty list, but Frank will be without another key figure for the season opener at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Destiny Udogie continues to battle a knee problem, having been forced to miss the club's pre-season tour of Asia.

The defender was initially named in the squad to take on Luton Town during pre-season but was withdrawn from the team sheet after sustaining an injury during the warm-up.

The Italian remains unfit for the commencement of the Premier League campaign.

During his pre-match press conference, Frank revealed: "Every player who was available is available for the team. Destiny is progressing but it's too early for him to be involved in the squad."

Tottenham head into their Premier League opener having already featured in competitive action, following their UEFA Super Cup final clash with Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday evening.

It proved a gruelling encounter and Frank has addressed the potential for squad rotation following that demanding fixture.

He further commented: "Of course there were physical demands in every area, in particular the heat was high. The players are very professional and they've recovered well.

"I can freshen up, whether that is from the start or during the game. I'm a big believer that it's the third game more than the second one that's important in that respect."

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to bounce back from their UEFA Super Cup disappointment by strengthening their squad ahead of the new Premier League season. Spurs were denied a second European trophy on Wednesday after suffering a penalty shootout defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.

Despite leading 2-0 with just minutes remaining, they conceded two late goals, with the Champions League victors ultimately triumphing from the spot. With no time to dwell and their league campaign kicking off at home against Burnley on Saturday, there's plenty more work to be done to bolster Thomas Frank's team.

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Although seven new faces have arrived this summer, Mohammed Kudus is the only newcomer both signed this summer and expected to play a significant part in Spurs' season. The club's pursuit of Eberechi Eze and Savinho has been widely reported as they aim to build on last season's Europa League success and instil a winning mentality in N17. Here, we delve deeper into some of the potential transfers Spurs could secure with just weeks left of the transfer window and what a dream scenario could look like...

Spurs should go all out for Savinho

Spurs have been embroiled in talks with Manchester City over Savinho, who had a lacklustre debut season for the Citizens last term. The Brazilian netted just one league goal but ended the season, following the Club World Cup, with 16 goal contributions in 48 matches, 13 of which were assists, reports Football London.

The exit of Son Heung-min and serious injuries to James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski, which could sideline them both for the majority of the season, have left Frank's team somewhat lacking in the wide positions.

Talks of a £43m deal for the 21-year-old were reported, but according to recent claims, it would take a record-breaking fee for Spurs to lure the Brazilian away from Pep Guardiola's squad. Journalist Jorge Nicola reports that Spurs have been in discussions with Savinho's agent, who indicated that a £67m offer would be sufficient to persuade Man City to let him go. If Spurs want to compete for the European places this season, signing Savinho would be a wise move.

Eze is worth the record transfer fee

Spurs' interest in Eze this summer is well-known, and the latest update on the transfer saga suggests the club are preparing to make an official bid for the Crystal Palace star. Fresh from securing the Community Shield following the Eagles' triumph over Liverpool on Sunday, the England midfielder could be on his way across London if an agreement can be reached between the two Premier League clubs.

While Arsenal have shown interest in Eze, it appears that Spurs have taken the lead in the race for the 27-year-old's signature. If Spurs manage to secure the talented player, they will reportedly need to pay what would be a record-breaking £68m fee, which is said to be Eze's release clause. Some reports claim that the clause expires before the start of the Premier League season.

The former QPR star is reportedly tempted by the chance to feature in the Champions League whilst staying in the capital, though reports indicate Tottenham value him at approximately £55m – matching the sum they paid West Ham for Kudus. With Spurs in need of a Maddison replacement, they could do far worse than Eze. His age, Premier League experience and potential sell-on value will no doubt make a record-breaking fee seem more appealing as well.

Time to cash in on £20m fringe player

Manor Solomon joined Spurs in 2023, yet the Israeli has managed merely six outings for the club. A meniscus problem just three months after arriving in north London curtailed his 2023/24 season. The subsequent campaign witnessed the winger loaned out to Leeds United as he revived his career by playing a pivotal part in the Whites' promotion to the Premier League.

Despite netting 10 goals and contributing 12 assists for Daniel Farke's outfit, his summer return to Spurs has proved less successful as he missed the club's Asian tour through injury. With players including Kudus, Wilson Odobert, Richarlison, Mathys Tel and Brennan Johnson all positioned above Solomon in the pecking order, Spurs are considering offloading the 26-year-old.

Spurs are reportedly seeking £15m to £20m for his signature, with a Leeds comeback being suggested given Farke's frustration with his limited attacking choices. The German was scathing regarding the club's stuttering efforts to strengthen their forward line, recently stating: "In comparison to our Championship side, we have not improved in the offence.

"We are not prepared yet for a long Premier League season. We are capable of playing at a good level but in order to be ready and to win games at this level... you need players who can score goals and give assists." Getting £20m for Solomon - a player they signed on a free - would represent some astute business and help them fund their crucial, big-money moves for Eze and Savinho.

Ange Postecoglou has kept a low profile since he was sacked from Tottenham Hotspur, but the former Premier League boss could be back in action sooner than perhaps expected. Despite leading Spurs to their first major trophy in 17 years with a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final, he was shown the door just weeks later.

Before the European triumph in May, Postecoglou's squad suffered a difficult time in the Premier League. They finished a disappointing 17th and just above the relegation zone. The manager's tenure had started promisingly in 2023, with some Manager of the Month awards and an unbeaten run in the Premier League until November. However, injuries began to take their toll on the team, and they narrowly missed out on Champions League qualification in the 2023/24 season, finishing in fifth. The second year of his reign saw a dramatic downturn, with the club securing only 11 victories throughout the league campaign.

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The journey to the Europa League final last season provided the sole highlight for supporters. Despite clinching the trophy – marking Spurs' first European success since 1984 and their first silverware since 2008 – Postecoglou received his marching orders in June.

Despite the blow of losing his job, the ex-manager isn't exactly down on his luck; he pocketed over £7million as chairman Daniel Levy decided to call time on his tenure at Spurs, and the Greece-born coach was recently spotted enjoying a high-end steak with a celebrity chef.

As his former squad prepares to face Paris Saint-Germain in Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup final, Express Sport has been tracking what Postecoglou has been doing since his stint with Spurs came to an end, as well as where he might be heading next.

Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham payout and Europa League bonus

Postecoglou signed a four-year contract to take over at Spurs in 2023, leaving behind Scottish champions Celtic after securing a domestic treble with the club. However, after just two seasons at the helm of the Premier League team, Levy had to dig deep into the club's funds to dismiss him.

According to ESPN, the Spurs chairman paid Postecoglou nearly £4m as part of a severance package to relieve him of his duties at the club. But that wasn't all; the former manager also received £3.1m as a bonus for clinching the Europa League, meaning he ultimately earned over £7m after the season came to an end.

So, after overseeing 101 matches, boasting a win rate of 46.5% and a European trophy to his name, Postecoglou left Spurs with a hefty sum in his bank account. Many thought that the Europa League victory would be enough to secure his position, but the club allowed the team to revel in their success before delivering the news to both supporters and players.

In a statement released to supporters 16 days after the Europa League final, Tottenham announced: "Following a review of performances and after significant reflection, the club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties.

"We are extremely grateful to Ange for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the club. Ange will always be remembered as only the third manager in our history to deliver a European trophy, alongside legendary figures Bill Nicholson and Keith Burkinshaw.

"However, the board has unanimously concluded that it is in the best interests of the club for a change to take place."

Ange Postecoglou's life away from football

Now, it appears this substantial compensation package to Postecoglou has proved worthwhile, as he was eventually spotted dining at Sta Kala Kathoumena on the Greek island of Paros. A clip shared by celebrity chef Stefanos Saratsis has surfaced on TikTok, showing Ange enjoying a luxurious steak meal prepared by the influencer.

The chef is captured carving up an large piece of beef before offering Postecoglou a slice of the steak and waiting for his reaction. Responses poured in expressing delight at the former Spurs boss's first public outing since his dismissal in June, with one commenting: "Blimey, it's been ages since we've witnessed Ange grin like that!"

Another said: "And thats the taste of a decent payout from Spurs. Maybe he'll come and get them out of the championship next season," while a third joked: "See he's enjoying that £4mill he got from getting sacked."

MLS interest in Ange Postecoglou as next club rumours ramp up

Many will wonder where Big Ange will end up next after successful spells in Scotland, Australia, Japan and – for a time – England. But it appears a potential reunion with Son Heung-min could be on the cards, as one Major League Soccer side is reportedly circling the Greek-Australian manager.

Earlier in June, BBC Sport revealed that MLS outfit Los Angeles FC are weighing up an approach for Postecoglou, as current manager Steve Cherundolo is poised to depart for Germany. The American league's regular season concludes in October, so LAFC may already be planning to make their move for the former Spurs boss.

They will also have an additional ace up their sleeve, after ex-Tottenham favourite Son joined the MLS club on a two-year contract this summer, with an option of a further two years. A potential reunion between the pair could materialise in the coming months; but LAFC aren't the sole team pursuing Postecoglou.

Reports indicate that the 59-year-old has been linked with a position in the Saudi Pro League at Al Ahli. The club recently won the Asian Champions League under current manager Matthias Jaissle.

Tottenham will have the opportunity to win another trophy tonight as they face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup. The annual match sees the Champions League winners take on the Europa League holders, offering both teams the chance to win some early silverware. PSG are the overwhelming favourites but Tottenham will have high hopes of springing a surprise.

Plenty has changed since the north Londoners ended their trophy drought by winning the Europa League last season. Ange Postecoglou has been sacked and replaced by Thomas Frank, while Son Heung-min has left the club after 10 years on their books. Only time will tell if Tottenham can pull off a shock result in their first competitive outing of the new season.

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Express Sport provides the key information ahead of tonight's game, starting with the extra-time and penalty rules...

Super Cup extra-time and penalty rules

If the scores are level after 90 minutes, penalties will be required to determine the winner. There will be no extra-time before the spot-kicks, with UEFA removing it in 2023.

Super Cup kick-off time and venue

Tonight's match will kick off at 8pm (UK time). It will take place at the Bluenergy Stadium, the home ground of Italian side Udinese.

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Super Cup TV channel and how to watch

The fixture will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with coverage starting an hour before kick-off at 7pm. You can also watch the match via discovery+ and the discovery+ app.

Those unable to watch the game can listen to live commentary on talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 Live. Highlights will be shown on BBC One from 10.40pm.

Super Cup team news

Tottenham will hope to have Dominic Solanke back for tonight's match after he was named in the travelling squad. The forward picked up an ankle injury earlier in pre-season but Frank recently suggested that he would be available 'quite soon'.

If he is not deemed fit enough to start, it seems likely that Richarlison will continue as the lone striker. Destiny Udogie is also in the travelling party in spite of his own injury concerns but Luka Vuskovic has missed the cut.

Dejan Kulusevski remains sidelined with a patella injury while James Maddison is likely to be out for the season after undergoing surgery on a knee ligament injury.

Gianluigi Donnarumma will not be involved for PSG after being omitted from the squad, with new signing Luca Chevalier in line for a competitive debut. Joao Neves is suspended after being sent off against Chelsea in the Club World Cup final.

Willian Pacho and Lucas Hernandez, meanwhile, will both be available for selection after serving their respective suspensions. Ilya Zabarnyi, who recently joined from Bournemouth, could also make his debut in tonight's fixture.

It’s been a good summer transfer window for Arsenal, but there’s still time to make it a great one. The Gunners have been busy in the market, with the likes of Martin Zubimendi, Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres all penning deals with Mikel Arteta’s side.

But with their Premier League opener against Manchester United just a few days away, there are still some suggestions Arsenal could head back into the transfer market for reinforcements. Left wing is a position that has been mooted all summer, with claims Arteta would be open to improving on his current options in the squad.

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Eberechi Eze looked the most likely addition, with the Englishman also adept at playing in a more central position too. However, it looks as if rivals Tottenham might’ve stolen a march on the Eze deal, with Spurs rumoured to have opened talks with Crystal Palace over a transfer.

There has also been talk about a move for Real Madrid star Rodrygo, who is also being touted with a move to one of Europe’s elite, but it now appears as if Manchester City might’ve snuck in and taken the initiative. Part of the reason behind that is Spurs’ ongoing pursuit of City winger Savinho, who Pep Guardiola doesn’t want to lose, but accepts will have to sell if a tempting offer arrives in the club’s inbox.

But what if there is a world where Arsenal pulled a trump card and hijacked the Savinho deal by taking a leaf out of Liverpool’s book? It wouldn’t be the first time Arsenal registered an interest, given the capital club were mentioned among the suitors when Savinho was leaving Brazil back in 2022.

The winger was eventually persuaded by the City Football Group route, signing for Troyes, before eventually going on loan to Girona and then later making a move to the Premier League. Given the 21-year-old is said to be open to a Tottenham move, it’s likely if Arsenal piqued their interest, Arteta and co. would be able to tempt him to the Emirates.

And striking late in negotiations is exactly how Liverpool have enjoyed some of their best transfer successes. The Merseysiders jumped in at the last hour to steer Luis Diaz away from Tottenham back in 2022, with Liverpool having done similar when it looked like Cody Gakpo was heading to United.

History tells us that City wouldn’t have any reservations selling to Arsenal either, given both Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko have made the move in the past. What’s more, City have shown in the past that if the price is right, they’ll sanction a move - think Cole Palmer joining Chelsea for £42.5m two years ago.

Gianluigi Donnarumma has reached an agreement in principle with Manchester City, reports L’Equipe.

The goalkeeper’s exit from Paris Saint-Germain has accelerated over the past 48 hours, with the Italian already announcing on social media that he has been forced to look for an exit from the Ligue 1 side.

Donnarumma is said to have now agreed on a contract with City and is keen to make the move to the Etihad Stadium. He has also already spoken at length with Pep Guardiola about making the switch.

Newcastle are closing in on a deal to sign Aston Villa’s Jacob Ramsey, reports Fabrizio Romano.

Talks are nearing an agreement over a £40million deal for the playmaker, with clubs in contact to try and wrap up negotiations as soon as possible.

The Magpies will be pleased to get another new signing in through the door, having announced the arrival of Malick Thiaw from AC Milan earlier this evening.

Manchester United are insistent that they are not interested in signing Gianluigi Donnarumma this summer, reports BBC Sport.

The Italian has released a statement this evening confirming that he is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain, hinting that manager Luis Enrique is the driving force behind his exit.

As a result, United and Manchester City have both been linked with the shot-stopper, but those at Old Trafford deny being interested in the ex-AC Milan star as they are not prioritising a move for a goalkeeper at this time.

Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique has confirmed that Gianluigi Donnarumma is no longer part of his plans at the Parc des Princes.

Speaking ahead of the Super Cup, he said: “Donnarumma is out of the squad as it’s my own decision. I am 100% responsible

“I want a different kind of goalkeeper and I made this decision. Gigio is one of the best GKs in the whole world.”

Everton have announced the signing of Jack Grealish on loan from Manchester City.

The England international has joined the Toffees on an initial loan deal, but there is a £50million option to make the move permanent at the end of the season.

After falling out of favour at City, Grealish will be keen to get his career back on track under David Moyes and put himself back in the picture for the England squad at the 2026 World Cup.

Liverpool have now opened talks with Crystal Palace over a deal for Marc Guehi, reports The Athletic.

The Reds are yet to table an offer for the defender but have now amped up their interest.

Liverpool would also need to strike a deal with Guehi over the move, with the England international seeking assurances over game time given that the World Cup is set to take place later this year.

Former England goalkeeper David James has backed James Trafford for success at Manchester City after his move from Burnley.

“It will be interesting to see how James Trafford’s distribution compares to Ederson’s," James told William Hill.

"Manchester City are more than capable of beating most teams in the Premier League, they’ve done so across many seasons, and a lot of that comes down to Ederson’s passing range - it is so important to how City play, and how teams look to play against them.“When you are the Man City goalkeeper, you have very little to do, certainly less than Trafford will have done at Burnley, even last season when they were dominating in the Championship.“But I don’t think it will be too long until Pep Guardiola gives Trafford an opportunity – Ederson’s contract expires at the end of the season, so that’s a factor.

"Trafford has Premier League experience, and had a fantastic season with Burnley, keeping 29 clean sheets, which is just phenomenal. I expect him to do well.”

Former Arsenal defender William Gallas is not confident that Viktor Gyokeres can hit the ground running instantly at the club.

"Will Viktor Gyokeres be able to adapt straight away? Personally, I don't think so," Gallas told Jackpot City Casino.

"It doesn't mean it's not a good player, but when players come from abroad we usually see that it takes time.

"Strikers often take time, playing in Portugal is also completely different to playing in England, but Arsenal do need him to adapt straight away because their target is to win the Premier League.

"If I could’ve chosen between Gyokeres and Alexander Isak, I think Isak would’ve been a better option. We know he is proven in the Premier League and that he is 100% at the level.

"If Gyokeres can go and score 20 goals, it will be a good season."

Alexander Isak has taken his efforts to leave Newcastle to a new level by moving out of his North East home, according to reports.

The Times claim that Isak's property was put on the rental market a day after his omission from a players and families day organised by Eddie Howe.

The 25-year-old striker wants to join Liverpool, who fell short of Newcastle's £150m valuation with their first bid worth £110m.

Isak's latest actions should encourage the Reds to submit an improved offer.

Manchester United will make a formal bid for Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba if they believe there is a chance of success, according to The Athletic.

Baleba is said to be keen on a move to Old Trafford and has already been in touch with some of Ruben Amorim's players.

But Brighton do not want to sell the 21-year-old this summer and would likely demand a fee higher than the club-record £89m paid for Paul Pogba in 2016.

It's claimed that United are determined to back Amorim with a new midfielder.

Alexander Isak is adament that he will not play for Newcastle United again as he attempts to force his way out before the deadline, according to The Athletic.

Even if the 25-year-old striker is still at St. James' Park when the summer window shuts, he considers his Newcastle career over and has no desire to reintegrate into Eddie Howe's squad.

The Magpies maintain that Isak is not for sale but are naturally exploring the striker market amid Liverpool's continued interest.

Alan Pardew and Gabby Agbonlahor agree that Alexander Isak should face the consequences of his actions after trying to force a Newcastle United exit this summer.

Isak has essentially gone on strike at Newcastle as he eyes a move to Liverpool, but that hasn't come to fruition.

Pardew told talkSPORT: "The transfer to me looks like it can't be done because Newcastle are going to dig their heels in now, and I think they are angry. I would also be if I were on the Newcastle board.

"I would dig my heels in, so the fee could go really silly. The problem is, he's handled it so badly. He couldn't have handled it any worse.

"His agents and advisors have told him to down tools after serving that great football club, and he's doing really bad things to hold them to ransom and more or less force a way out."

Agbonlahor added: "And so he should [have to earn the right to return to the squad], because it sets a bad example to other players, if he's straight back in and training like nothing's happened.

"He refused to go on tour with the team, which is wild, walked out of training, went and trained with [former employers] Real Sociedad as well. So he should be punished."

Liverpool’s pursuit of Marc Guehi could spell bad news for Premier League rivals Arsenal and Tottenham. The Reds are keen to continue their immense spending spree by injecting further quality into their defensive ranks, having facilitated the sale of Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen earlier this summer.

Following the signings of fullbacks Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez, Arne Slot is now hoping to bring in at least one more centre-back to push Ibrahima Konate for a starting spot alongside Virgil van Dijk.

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Guehi was identified as Liverpool’s top target in that department earlier this summer after impressing when guiding Crystal Palace to FA Cup success. The defender is also viewed as an attainable asset, having now entered the final 12 months of his contract at Selhurst Park.

Although Guehi is in no hurry to depart, The Athletic report that Liverpool have now stepped up their pursuit of the 25-year-old and held talks with Palace to discuss striking a move which would see their skipper head north to Anfield.

The defender has no intention of extending his stay with the Eagles and therefore it may be the last chance for Oliver Glasner’s side to cash in on their captain for a fair fee – although terms would need to be agreed with Guehi himself.

A host of Premier League clubs have been linked with the defender previously, though it is not just Palace who would be impacted by the Chelsea academy graduate deciding to join Liverpool.

With Palace set to be competing in the European Conference League next season and their Community Shield win indicating that they are a club on the up, there may be a reluctance for the higher powers at the club to also part ways with Eberechi Eze.

Arsenal and Tottenham are both keen to sign the versatile forward this summer and expected to ramp up their interest imminently, but it may be too little too late for the north London outfits. Losing both Eze and Guehi would be disastrous for Glasner, especially given that their manager is already unhappy with Palace’s lack of business so far this summer.

Thus, if the Eagles feel that talks with Liverpool for Guehi could progress, it would be no surprise if they rule out negotiating a deal for Eze – though there is an aura of uncertainty around whether the release clause in his contract has expired or is still available for his suitors to activate.

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has revealed that Yves Bissouma has not travelled with his squad to Italy ahead of the UEFA Super Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain. Instead, the midfielder has been omitted from his squad due to ‘disciplinary reasons’.

Spurs face the top task of facing Champions League winners PSG on Wednesday night, and Frank will need his team to be at their very best if they are to keep the deadly Ligue 1 outfit at bay at the Bluenergy Stadium.

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However, Frank has revealed that they will be without Bissouma for the clash as he has remained in England. The ex-Brentford boss felt that he was left with no choice but to pull the midfielder up after a series of late arrivals.

Having been asked initially about those who will be available to face PSG, Frank replied: “Dom [Solanke] is the positive one and available for selection. Destiny [Udogie] is close. Bissouma has not travelled due to disciplinary reasons.”

He was then pressed for more details on why the decision was taken to leave the former Brighton playmaker out of his team, to which Frank explained: “He's been late several times and now this time the latest time was one too many.

“With everything you need to give your players a lot of love. There need to be demands and consequences and this time there was a consequence.”

Bissouma has been linked with a move away from Spurs on numerous occasions so far this summer, and his disciplinary concerns may push him closer to the exit. The 28-year-old has been linked with reuniting with Graham Potter at West Ham, though other clubs around Europe are also monitoring his situation closely.

If Bissouma were to depart, funds raised could be directed towards attacking signings. Spurs are said to be in talks with Manchester City over a deal for Savinho, as well as local London rivals Crystal Palace for Eberechi Eze.

Asked about those talks, Frank remained coy, saying: “I think there's a lot of good players out there, including a lot in the PSG team, but we can't have all of them. Players in or out, I'm only going to speak about my players.”

Cristiano Ronaldo once crowned surprise Tottenham Hotspur transfer target Savinho as his best young player in world football. The Manchester City forward has emerged as a shock transfer target for Thomas Frank's side.

Savinho, 21, was a bright spark in a dull campaign for the Citizens after arriving from Troyes in the summer of 2024. Pep Guardiola gave the Brazilian 21 Premier League starts in his debut campaign, and while his output often left plenty to be desired, he was a danger on both wings for the ex-Barcelona manager. In 48 appearances in all competitions, Savinho contributed three goals and 13 assists for City. However, Tottenham have opened talks with City over a surprise deal for Savinho. This may also come as a surprise to Ronaldo, as the Manchester United legend snubbed Lamine Yamal and voted for Savinho for the 2024 Kopa Award, which is given to the best young talent, at the Ballon d'Or ceremony.

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The footballing great deviated from fellow Ballon d'Or winners Karim Benzema, Luka Modric and Lionel Messi. The latter voted for Yamal (1), Pau Cubarsi (2) and Alejandro Garnacho (3). Modric also put Yamal as his first option, but selected Arda Guler (2) and Joao Neves (3), while Benzema chose Yamal, Guler and Garnacho.

In the end, Yamal, unsurprisingly, won the award after bursting onto the scene in spectacular fashion during Spain's triumphant Euro 2024 campaign. But one of the talking points of the ceremony was Ronaldo placing Savinho above Yamal, listing the Barcelona forward as his second pick, while Guler was third.

His vote exemplifies how highly Ronaldo rates Savinho, while also suggesting Spurs could be onto one of the signings of the summer if they wrap up a deal for the South American. The north Londoners have already signed Mohammed Kudus, Mathys Tel, Kevin Danso, Luka Vuscovic and Kota Takai, while also loaning Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich.

Guardiola also tipped Savinho for great things during the recent Club World Cup. However, his time coaching Savinho may soon be over, as the forward is understood to be willing to move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, if a fee can be agreed.

Considering Guardiola's recent comments about Savinho's potential, it's possible they could be made to regret letting him go, if indeed he does leave the club. After the forward scored in City's 5-2 victory over Juventus, Guardiola said: "He is a player with incredible potential.

"We cannot forget he's so young. He needs to make the final third more decisive in aspects like the goal he has done in the last game. He has to do it more. The last goal is more and more complicated and difficult to score than the previous ones - one against ones, the 'keeper, that maybe last season he missed.

"The moment he will make this step, which will come in a natural way because he has incredible individual quality, when it arrives for his commitment to say I want to do it, I want to be decisive, I want to score goals and make more assists, he will become an extraordinary player.

"He can play on both sides, right and left, he's so fast, he understands tactically the movements he has, so that's why he can play with us."

Tottenham can reportedly trigger Eberechi Eze’s release clause at Crystal Palace if they can tie up a deal by Friday. The Lilywhites are said to be chasing the winger’s services as they prepare for their first season under Thomas Frank.

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Eze, who has also been linked with a transfer to Arsenal this summer, has impressed since joining Palace from QPR in 2020 and bagged eight goals and eight assists in 34 Premier League games last season. He helped the Eagles win their first major trophy in May after netting the only goal in the FA Cup final as Palace overcame Manchester City. The 27-year-old has also won 12 caps for England and scored his first international goal during a 3-0 victory over Latvia in March.

According to talkSPORT, Eze’s £68million release clause expires on Friday and not two weeks before the start of the campaign as previously thought.

Tottenham want to take the player to north London and are currently in talks with Palace over a transfer for the Eagles talisman.

And Spurs’ interest in the winger has accelerated due to the fact they are set to be without James Maddison for a large part of the 2025/26 campaign after the former Leicester player ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament during a pre-season friendly with Newcastle in South Korea at the start of the month.

Eze is said to be keen on a move to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with Spurs willing to pay around £60m to secure his services.

Eze, who has another two years remaining on his contract at Selhurst Park, was named in the starting line-up as Palace went head-to-head with Liverpool in the Community Shield at Wembley on Sunday.

The attacker helped his side fight back twice during normal time to force the match into extra time.

And the London club went on to win the clash after it was decided on penalties, although Eze saw his effort in the shootout saved by Alisson.

Palace boss Oliver Glasner implored Eagles chiefs to keep Eze at the club earlier this summer as he stated: “As of now, I have 17 outfield players. I hope we don't lose any more.”

But ahead of the Community Shield, the Austrian refused to rule out Eze’s departure before moving the conversation on to centre-back Marc Guehi as he explained: “He will play on Sunday, definitely, and Marc as well - he will captain the team."

Glasner added: “Of course, everybody wants Marc to sign a new contract, everybody who is connected to Crystal Palace at least. Everybody wants to keep the squad together because they did so well last season.”