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West Ham boss Nuno Espirito Santo showed his true colours by calling Tottenham Hotspur a "huge club" despite previously being sacked by the club. The Portuguese head coach will lead the Hammers in a Premier League London derby visit to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

His appointment at the London Stadium came last September, nearly four years after his brief 17-game spell in charge of Spurs came to an abrupt end. The 51-year-old's time in north London started brightly with four victories in five games but quickly unravelled before Antonio Conte was brought in as his replacement. Nuno bounced back impressively, however, later defeating Spurs twice in three matches after taking charge of Nottingham Forest.

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This weekend marks his return to N17, with the Irons desperately needing all three points as they sit in 18th place in the Premier League standings, seven points adrift of 17th-placed Forest.

He might well face a hostile reception courtesy of the home fans as he looks to steer his struggling side away from the relegation zone.

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That’s despite the under pressure manager having complimented Spurs following his brief yet gruelling period with the Lilywhites. He was asked last season whether Forest’s win over Tottenham was motivated by revenge, which he quickly played down.

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Nuno voiced his appreciation for the chance to lead Tottenham despite the difficulties during his time there, saying: "I was honoured to be managing Tottenham," before continuing: "A huge, big club. I wish them the best."

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Despite potentially sparking the wrath of his new fans, he doubled down in his praise for Spurs ahead of Saturday’s fixture. "It was an honour and pleasure to manage Spurs," he repeated. "Things didn't go well.

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"It is the third game in a row where we face clubs where I have managed before. Nothing changes, it's a new game, tough opponent, in a tough place, and we so need a good result. Our focus is there."

Thomas Frank is convinced that Tottenham have made a resounding vote of confidence in his leadership, a clear statement of backing him, as they gear up for a crucial London derby clash with fellow strugglers West Ham. The Danish boss has endured a torrid period at the north London outfit, grappling with a mounting injury crisis, languishing in 14th place in the Premier League table, and managing just two victories from their last 13 outings.

Frustrated Spurs fans have voiced their displeasure with boos and pointed chants including 'Boring, boring Tottenham Hotspur' and 'Sideways and backwards, everywhere we go', reflecting their dissatisfaction with the style of play under the 52 year old. Nevertheless, Frank has enjoyed an encouraging week at the club, with Tottenham moving swiftly to secure Conor Gallagher's signature from Atletico Madrid in a £34.7million transfer.

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The head coach played a pivotal role in the deal, making a crucial phone call to the 25-year-old midfielder to outline his vision and the player's potential contribution to the project.

Frank also spearheaded the recruitment of John Heitinga as his new assistant manager this week, bringing in the Dutchman who previously worked alongside Arne Slot during Liverpool's Premier League triumph last season before his unsuccessful tenure as Ajax manager.

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When questioned about whether these two significant signings, coupled with the decision to offload last season's leading goalscorer Brennan Johnson, demonstrated the club's faith in his approach, Frank responded positively.

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"Yes, definitely. I think it's a very good sign of it," he confirmed. "We know January is a tricky window to sign a quality player like Conor, I think it's a great sign of that.

"Also to sign John Heitinga, who is a very skilful coach, that he believes in the project and the vision from me, from the club, in a moment where, from the outside doesn't look as smooth but from the inside looks a little bit more positive.

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"But of course I'm very aware we need even more consistent performances and better results. Tottenham have so much to offer. Some of the appointments we have made in the leadership, with Rafi [Moersen] coming in as well [as director of football operations], it's very positive of what kind of direction we want to go in."

Tottenham have announced the departure of Damola Ajayi, who is set to join League Two club Bromley on loan for the rest of the season. The 20-year-old was brought back from his loan stint at Doncaster Rovers before making the move, having made 19 appearances and scored two goals with one assist across all competitions.

Ajayi has previously been integrated into Tottenham's first-team setup, making his senior debut in a Europa League victory against Elfsborg. He managed to find the back of the net in the match, marking himself as a promising prospect during the 3-0 win, and continued his progression through the academy ranks.

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Although his involvement at Doncaster wasn't as extensive as he might have hoped, the move to Bromley signifies a homecoming for the young player. He had previously played for the League Two side's academy before transferring to Tottenham.

Ajayi's move represents the sixth deal that Spurs have finalised in a bustling January transfer window, hot on the heels of confirming the acquisition of Conor Gallagher. The midfielder arrived from Atletico Madrid in a deal estimated to be worth around £34million.

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"I'm so happy and excited to be here, taking the next step in my career at an amazing club," Gallagher expressed after signing his contract. "I wanted to be a Spurs player and thankfully the club felt the same. It was very easy."

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"It happened very quickly and I'm ready to get on the pitch. I know how great the fans are, I'm really happy to be a part of it here and want to create special moments and memories together."

Thomas Frank added: "Conor is a top midfielder, who we have worked tirelessly to add to our squad. He is still young so has plenty of room for improvement but also has huge experience across the Premier League, La Liga and with the England national team.

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"Conor has captained teams so will bring leadership, maturity, character and personality to our dressing room, while his running power, pressing ability and eye for goal will strengthen us in a key area of the pitch."

Gallagher's arrival follows Brennan Johnson's departure, which divided opinion amongst supporters as the Europa League winner secured a switch to Crystal Palace. The forward had found opportunities limited under Frank failing to establish himself as a regular, with the club's hierarchy opting to cash in whilst his value remained strong.

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Additional departures include loan switches for Jamie Donley to Oxford United, Manor Solomon to Fiorentina, Kota Takai to Borussia Monchengladbach, and Yang Min-Hyeok to Coventry City. There remains optimism that the January transfer window could signal the beginning of an upturn in fortunes for Tottenham.

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Loan deals for rising talents like Ajayi could provide more playing time and chances to develop for players who still have the potential to contribute to the senior team. It seems Tottenham's dealings are far from finished, with additional transfers being arranged for the remainder of the window.

Young left-back Souza appears poised for a £13m transfer to Tottenham in the upcoming weeks, which should bolster their defensive options. Destiny Udogie's injury woes have resulted in Djed Spence being moved to the left for most of the season, reducing competition on the right for Pedro Porro.

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The Brazilian's arrival should enhance the quality of the defence, as well as offering plenty of promise for the future. There may be further transfers if the club determines that Frank requires additional attacking strength.

With Johnson's departure, followed by injuries to Mohammed Kudus and Richarlison, Spurs are left with limited options upfront to assist in creating and scoring goals. It remains uncertain whether any targets will emerge for this area of the pitch, as we reach the two-week point in the January market.

Tottenham are reportedly close to following up the capture of Conor Gallagher with another January transfer. The north Londoners have moved quickly to improve their midfield ranks by landing the England international from Atletico Madrid. Gallagher has signed a five-and-a-half-year deal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, keeping him there until the summer of 2031.

Now, it's being reported that Tottenham are set to finalise their second transfer in the space of a few days. They have reached a full agreement with Santos for the signing of defender Souza, according to Spanish outlet AS. The teenager is expected to travel to England to undergo a medical and complete the formalities of his proposed switch.

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The report adds that Santos don’t hold all of the player's rights, with a percentage being held by Souza himself. However, reports have suggested that he has given up those rights in order to facilitate a move to Tottenham.

ESPN Brasil have also reported that it is a done deal, with Santos expected to receive a transfer fee in the region of £13million. The money will go towards easing the club's financial troubles with the aim of warding off the possibility of further sanctions from FIFA.

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The main issue stems from a dispute between Santos and Portuguese club Estoril Praia, who filed a lawsuit against the Brazilian side following their signing of Joao Basso on loan.

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Santos will reportedly use the money from Tottenham to settle the debt with Estoril. They are said to owe around £2.8m, which must be paid before a 45-day deadline to avoid a transfer ban.

Santos president Marcelo Teixeira has already confirmed this, telling Brazilian media: "The effort is always to balance the debts. We already paid R$130m (£18m) in transfer bans in 2024 and others were avoided through agreements."

Tottenham, meanwhile, will be hoping to wrap up their deal to sign Souza as quickly as possible so that he can be officially presented as their newest January signing.

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Thomas Frank previously said that he would only look to add 'committed' players to his squad in the winter market, with the Dane looking to provide an injection of extra quality for the rest of the season.

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Speaking last month, he said: "Any player we sign needs to be fully committed on the project. No doubt about that. Very important.

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"Character for me, as I've said many times, is the most important thing. They need to buy into it so we are aligned. It makes it easier for me to say: 'Hey remember the bit I said about this...', then it's a little bit easier to have consequences."

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Manchester United have no ambitions to extend Jadon Sancho's contract in hope of selling him for a fee this summer.

The i Paper says United chiefs are ready to cut ties with the England winger currently on loan at Aston Villa.

That means the 25-year-old will become a free agent in July.

Manchester City sporting director Hugo Viana is preparing to make an offer for Marc Guehi before the window shuts.

TalkSPORT say City are ready to test the waters with Crystal Palace seeking more than £35million for their captain.

The report claims Guehi is seeking wages of around £200,000 a week.

But the England international knows if he waits until the summer to become a free agent, he can also bank a big signing-on fee whoever he joins.

Brazilian left-back Souza will undergo a medical today to complete a move to Tottenham.

A £13million deal has been agreed with Santos for Spurs to recruit the fleet-footed teenager.

The 19-year-old has made 38 appearances for Santos in total and is a former Brazil U17 international.

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Manchester United insiders are fearful Bruno Fernandes will finally leave the club this calendar year, say reports.

Sources have told The i Paper there is a general fear that Fernandes is fed up with the mess United are in and will try to engineer an exit.

The captain, 31, has fielded interest from Saudi Arabia before while Bayern Munich are another potential destination.

Fernandes' contract reportedly includes a clause giving him permission to join a club outside England for £57million.

Tottenham and Aston Villa have been hit with misconduct charges following their heated FA Cup third-round encounter. Morgan Rogers' strike secured a 2-1 triumph for Unai Emery's men on Saturday, eliminating Spurs from the competition. As the final whistle blew, Ollie Watkins' celebrations in front of Villa's away supporters prompted an aggressive response from Joao Palhinha.

The Tottenham midfielder shoved the opposing forward, which immediately drew the attention of Morgan Rogers and Lamare Bogarde. Personnel from both benches rushed towards the incident, triggering a mass confrontation.

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An FA spokesperson confirmed: "Tottenham Hotspur FC and Aston Villa FC have been charged with misconduct following their FA Cup match on Saturday 10 January.

"It's alleged that both clubs failed to ensure their players and/or officials did not behave in an improper and/or provocative way after the final whistle. Aston Villa FC and Tottenham Hotspur FC have until Friday 16 January to provide a response."

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Speaking after the final whistle, Thomas Frank suggested that Watkins had deliberately antagonised Palhinha.

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He commented: "I don't think so. I guess you have seen the situation through? I just saw it to be sure I saw what I saw.

"Of course, it's all about keeping a cool head. The players gave everything, everything out there, (but) losing a tight game, season not going perfect and I think Ollie is very provoking.

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"The way he is going down to celebrate in front of the Villa fans, and he is walking into Joao, he can just easily walk around. I think everyone that has been in a competitive nature, that is difficult and can trigger things."

Addressing concerns over Tottenham's disciplinary record, Frank insisted his squad's enthusiasm to end their three-match winless streak was the driving force behind their intensity.

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The Spurs manager explained: "I think it's like you need to play with passion and when you play with passion, then sometimes you play to the line. And sometimes a little bit borderline.

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"So, I see players with big passion that want to do very well for the club. And I think that's very important. And of course, you also need cool heads."

Former Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham could make a return to the Premier League - and a return to Aston Villa - this month.

The Athletic say Unai Emery is a big fan of the 28-year-old who is on loan at Besiktas from Roma.

And if Donyell Malen departs Villa before the window shuts, Abraham is his preferred replacement.

Everton are considering a move for Youssef En-Nesyri, according to reports.

The Moroccan, 28, has eight goals in 25 games for Fenerbahce this season but talks have begun over a potential move to Merseyside.

En-Nesyri is famous for knocking Man Utd out of the Europa League with Sevilla in 2023, when he scored a brace in the second leg.

Barcelona are reluctant to pay the £26million fee agreed with Manchester United to sign Marcus Rashford in the summer - but will try to negotiate a lower fee.

That's according to talkSPORT who say Barca have sounded out United over the idea of a cheaper deal.

The Spanish giants have also floated the possibility of a second loan with an obligation to make the move permanent depending on certain conditions.

Rashford is eager to stay in Spain and Barca want to keep him.

An intervention from Thomas Frank helped ensure Conor Gallagher will become a Tottenham player this week.

The Atletico Madrid and England midfielder is headed to Spurs for just shy of £35million.

And the Telegraph say Frank had a big part to play in steering Gallagher towards north London instead of Aston Villa.

The Spurs boss personally spoke to the 25-year-old to discuss his plans for the player and convince him to join the club despite their struggles this term.

Liverpool are 'pushing' to bring Marc Guehi to Anfield in a free summer transfer, say Sky Sports.

The Crystal Palace captain has the pick of multiple clubs should he wait until the end of the season to move.

He is out of contract with the Eagles and has interest from Man City, who are keen to buy him now, Liverpool, Arsenal, Bayern Munich and others.

Liverpool are keen to sign him for free given Ibrahima Konate currently stands to leave the Reds for nothing.

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Ruben Neves could be the first, and only, signing of the Michael Carrick interim era at Manchester United.

The Guardian report that United are considering a January move for Neves from Al-Hilal.

The former Wolves man is still only 28 and would improve the Red Devils' midfield options.

With the Portugal international out of contract in the summer, Neves could be available for a bargain fee of around £20million this month.

Conor Gallagher is set to be denied his dream shirt number at Tottenham. The 25-year-old is closing in on a £34.7million move to north London after Spurs pipped Aston Villa to his signature.

Thomas Frank's side moved fast to bring a new central midfielder through the doors after it was revealed Rodrigo Bentancur is expected to miss a matter of months with a hamstring injury.

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Spurs are long-time admirers of England international Gallagher and tried to sign him before he moved to Atletico in 2024. But now, it appears that Tottenham are finally about to get their man with the England star flying in ahead of his medical and announcement.

Should Gallagher move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, he would be denied his preferred shirt number, however. The Epsom-born midfielder has donned the No.4 shirt since his move to Atletico and wore the same number in his most recent appearance for the England national team.

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But that number is currently occupied by Kevin Danso at Spurs, with the Austria international taking up that jersey since his initial loan move - and then £21m permanent transfer - from Lens last January.

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For the previous three years before his move to Atletico, Gallagher wore No.23 during his loan at Crystal Palace and then his time in the first team at Chelsea. Once again, that specific number is taken at Spurs.

Pedro Porro has donned 23 since he joined - first on loan and then permanently - Spurs from Sporting CP in January 2023.

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However, the number Gallagher wore in his loan spell at West Brom in the 2020/21 season is indeed still available. He took on the No.18 jersey during his time at the Hawthorns in the Covid-19-disrupted campaign.

Other shirt numbers Gallagher has worn in his senior club career are 33, 11 and 51. Unfortunately for him, 33 has been taken by Ben Davies since 2024, while 11 is Mathys Tel's shirt number.

But unsurprisingly, 51 is free and available, with Matthew Craig the last player to have that number in 2022/23. Milos Veljkovic, John Bostock and Adam Smith are the others to have worn that shirt in the past.

There are several more obvious shirt numbers available for Gallagher to take, with 2, 5, 12, 16, 22 and 25 free. 16 is a number that Gallagher has had on his back twice for England before, in 2022/23 and 2023/24.

The Atletico midfielder is poised to sign for Tottenham this week and could make his debut against West Ham on Saturday. Spurs then face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League before travelling to Burnley and Eintracht Frankfurt.

The January transfer window could offer one last opportunity for Ivan Toney to make a Premier League comeback before the World Cup 2026 and the Al-Ahli striker has been in exceptional form. The England international, 29, netted twice in his team's first match since the turn of the year and found the back of the net again over the weekend. Toney scored the winner in Al-Ahli's 1-0 Saudi Pro League victory over Al-Okhdood on Saturday. It was his ninth goal in 12 league matches this season and his 17th in all competitions, helping his team finish the weekend in fourth place.

The ex-Brentford forward made a big-money move to Saudi Arabia in the summer of 2024 and adapted swiftly to his new environment, scoring 30 goals in all competitions last season. Despite his form, he has largely been overlooked for the England squad, playing just two minutes for the national team since Thomas Tuchel took the reins as manager in January 2025. A return to the Premier League could be the way in which Toney makes a last-ditch attempt to get back into Tuchel's favour. Everton appear to have been priced out of a move for the striker, who is earning a hefty weekly wage in Saudi Arabia, though a reunion with former Brentford manager Thomas Frank at Tottenham continues to be mooted.

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Sky Sports previously reported that Toney is open to a return to England to enhance his chances of securing a place in Tuchel's World Cup squad, although Al-Ahli are reportedly not in a hurry to sell. Any move would need to be the right one, but Spurs' performance this season may persuade the London club that they need additional attacking options.

Injuries to key players Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison and Dominic Solanke have left Frank's squad thin on players in attacking positions. Despite making a return from the bench in the FA Cup clash against Aston Villa, Solanke hasn't started a game since May and may need time to return to match-sharpness.

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Spurs' attacking line-up has also been hit by the loss of Mohammed Kudus due to injury, with his return not expected until spring. The sale of Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace for a reported £35million has further depleted their ranks, but Frank hinted at potential reinforcements in the January transfer window.

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"I think, when you want to improve the squad, of course there are some positions that are maybe more obvious than others, but we are out there," Frank said. "If we can improve the squad, we'll improve the squad."

England midfielder Conor Gallagher and Brazilian full-back Souza are both believed to be on the verge of joining Spurs, while speculation continues over a possible reunion between Frank and Toney, given their impressive link-up at Brentford. Toney netted 36 goals in 83 Premier League appearances under Frank, including a 20-goal haul in the 2022/23 season which was the third highest in the league behind Erling Haaland and former Spurs star Harry Kane.

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Frank had high praise for Toney back in February 2024, even while acknowledging his likely departure from the Brentford side he managed at the time. "I don't think there are many strikers in the world who are better than him right now," he said. "He's a really good striker who is in his prime footballing age."

Tottenham Hotspur are on the brink of a marquee signing, with Atletico Madrid's Conor Gallagher in their sights. Spurs have ramped up their pursuit of the ex-Chelsea star, despite stiff competition from Premier League rivals Aston Villa. The north London club's quest for midfield reinforcements took on greater urgency following the news that Rodrigo Bentancur is set for a three-month layoff due to hamstring surgery. It's understood that Spurs and Atletico have now agreed on a deal worth approximately €40million (£34.7m), leaving Villa - who had hoped to secure Gallagher on loan with an option to buy - out in the cold.

Gallagher is expected to arrive in London early this week to complete his medical and finalise the transfer. He will pen a long-term contract, with personal terms not anticipated to pose any problems. Atletico were more inclined to offload the 25-year-old permanently this month rather than agree to a loan with an option or obligation to buy in the summer. Tottenham's readiness to commit to an outright purchase has been instrumental in outmanoeuvring Villa in the race for the midfield maestro.

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While other clubs expressed interest, they were either unwilling to commit to a permanent deal this month or would have preferred a loan arrangement with a view to a future purchase.

Spurs' apparent triumph in securing Gallagher's services will be a significant setback for Villa, as Unai Emery grapples with a shortage of midfielders due to injuries to Boubacar Kamara, Amadou Onana and Ross Barkley.

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For the North London outfit, this is a major coup as they strive to bounce back from a dismal winter spell that saw them secure just two victories in 12 Premier League games, leaving them languishing in 14th place.

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It seems Spurs have taken lessons from past blunders, such as the chaotic Eberechi Eze saga last summer, which saw the midfielder make a last-minute switch to their bitter north London rivals, Arsenal.

This time around, however, Spurs appear to have gained the upper hand over one of their Premier League adversaries, and it's a move that should prove beneficial for both parties.

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Gallagher has found regular first-team football hard to come by under Diego Simeone this season, having made a mere four starts in LaLiga, and he now stands on the cusp of a Premier League return.

He'll be hoping a fresh start enhances his chances of impressing Thomas Tuchel and securing a spot in England's World Cup squad this summer.

Before his move to Atletico, Gallagher had a highly successful stint in the English top-flight, making a name for himself during an impressive loan spell at Crystal Palace in the 2021-22 season. He returned to Stamford Bridge to play a pivotal role in the first team and even wore the captain's armband before being nudged towards the exit in a £33m deal.

Boasting 136 Premier League appearances, including a loan stint at West Brom before his standout season at Palace, he has netted 18 goals and provided 13 assists.

At the age of 25, he still has much to contribute and will bring a wealth of experience to a team in dire need of a lift.

Frank's tenure has been challenging since his summer move from Brentford, with the FA Cup third-round loss to Aston Villa adding further strain on the head coach.

With only five victories in his last 20 matches and seven losses in his last 13 across all competitions, Frank is banking on new additions to turn the tide.

Spurs are also on the verge of securing another signing, with highly-regarded Brazilian left-back Souza nearing a £13m transfer from Santos.