The Boy Hotspur

Ange Postecoglou has heaped praise on Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario for how he spends his time off from Tottenham duties.

Guglielmo Vicario made a name for himself at Empoli before making the move to Tottenham in the summer of 2023. The North London club forked out £17 million to sign the Italian goalkeeper who has takeover as their number one from Hugo Lloris.

The 27-year-old has done most things right since making the move to Spurs. While he has faced a lot of criticism because of his struggles to deal with set-pieces, Vicario has been a consistent performer for them and Ange Postecoglou is very pleased with his performances as well as his work ethic.

He has been included in the leadership group by the Australian manager and wore the armband in their opening Europa League fixture against Qarabag. On the back of his impressive performance in the European fixture, Postecoglou spoke quite highly about the Italian international to Football.London.

He said: “He has been great since the day he arrived.

“Criticism is just part of the nature of football these days. We have had a few under the spotlight.

“I included him in the leadership (group) this year, I have just seen his growth. He is one of those guys who is really positive.

“He comes in every day wanting to work, he comes in on his days off wanting to work. He is a great example for everyone and a great human being as well.

“I thought he could add something to our leadership group. It’s great for him to get the armband last night and I thought he rose to the occasion.

“He was big for us. He hasn’t had to make too many big saves in the first few games for us but we needed him for a couple last night and he was great.”

The former Celtic boss is quite impressed by the 27-year-old goalkeeper’s performances and the manner in which he has carried himself since making the move to the club. He has a desire to learn and improve. More importantly, Postecoglou has revealed the fact that Vicario comes into training during his off days.

While he has been criticised for his inability to deal with the balls coming into the box, the Italian goalkeeper is working hard on a daily basis to ensure he gets better and does his best for the team. It’s his qualities as a player as well as an individual which have resulted in Postecoglou including him in the leadership group and handing him the armband.

John Wenham feels any interested club will have to fork out in excess of £100 million to sign Cristian Romero.

Cristian Romero has only gone from strength to strength since making the move to Tottenham back in 2021. He has established himself as one of the mainstays at the North London club and has done wonders on the international stage for Argentina. The World Cup winner is amongst the best in the world and it is normal for someone of his quality to attract a lot of interest.

Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Real Madrid are clubs who have been linked with the 26-year-old centre-back. All three clubs approached Tottenham during the summer regarding a potential transfer and they could soon return for his services. John Wenham, the owner of Spurs podcast Lilywhite Rose doesn’t want the Argentine international to be sold but if they had to, he feels a potential transfer would cost over £100 million, which would be a club-record sale.

While speaking on Tottenham News, Wenham said: “We bought Romero for quite a big sum of money.

“As a starting point, I think he would go for north of double what we paid for him. He has joined the club, won the World Cup and Copa America, and become an established name.

“Do we want to be selling our genuine world-class players? No, of course not, the big clubs don’t do that.

“However, if we did have to sell him, we’d be talking about a fee of £100million-plus.”

Wenham has urged Tottenham to retain the services of the 26-year-old and the North London club seems to be trying their best as they are looking to hold contract renewal talks with Romero. But, if he decides against extending his stay, Daniel Levy might not have many options to play with.

He will only have two years left on his deal next summer. If he doesn’t pen a new contract, Levy will have to listen to offers from the likes of Real Madrid, PSG and United. While keeping Romero at the club will be a top priority for the club’s chairman as well as manager Ange Postecoglou, raising in excess of £100 million won’t be a bad deal. They will be making a significant profit and will also have enough funds to find a replacement.

Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur is facing the potential of an extended ban as he awaits the outcome of an FA charge related to comments made during a June interview.

The Uruguayan international was charged by the FA after making remarks about Spurs captain Son Heung-min during an appearance on Uruguayan television.

Bentancur’s response to the charge was due by September 19, and Tottenham now anxiously await the FA’s verdict. If found guilty, Bentancur could face a suspension of up to 12 games, as reported by Football London.

The controversy arose when Bentancur was asked about obtaining one of Son’s kits. His response, joking that it could come from “his cousin” and implying that “they all look the same,” has sparked backlash.

Beyond this FA charge, Bentancur could also face disciplinary issues within the Premier League.

The 27-year-old has already received three yellow cards in his first four league appearances this season. Should he pick up two more in the next 14 matches, he will automatically receive a one-match suspension.

This comes on the heels of Bentancur’s four-match suspension from international football, following an altercation after Uruguay’s Copa America semifinal loss to Colombia.

Tottenham will be closely monitoring the FA’s decision, as any potential ban would significantly impact their midfield depth and add pressure on the squad during a challenging stretch of the season.

Bentancur’s absence could be a critical blow as Spurs look to build momentum and maintain their competitive edge in the league.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly one of several Premier League clubs closely tracking the development of Velez Sarsfield’s young star, Thiago Fernandez, as reported by TBR Football.

Fernandez, who has drawn comparisons to Argentine winger Angel Di Maria, has been turning heads with his standout performances in Argentina’s top division.

The 20-year-old left-winger played a crucial role for Velez Sarsfield during the 2023-24 season, making 30 appearances.

His technical skills, vision, and ability to impact matches have been highlighted through his contribution of 5 goals and 8 assists over the course of the campaign.

Alongside Tottenham, clubs such as Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea are also interested in signing the young Argentine.

With his stock rising, England is considered the most likely destination for Fernandez, with scouts from multiple European clubs monitoring his progress.

Tottenham’s pursuit of Fernandez is in line with the club’s strategy of investing in young talent, particularly from South America.

If Spurs succeed in bringing him to North London, Fernandez could become another vital addition to their roster, adding depth and quality to an already promising squad.

Landing a player of Fernandez’s calibre would align with Tottenham’s broader goal of combining experienced players with emerging prospects to strengthen their competitive edge.

As the race to secure his signature heats up, Tottenham fans will be keeping a close watch on any developments.

Fernandez could be poised to play a significant role in Spurs’ future, should the club be successful in its efforts to acquire him.

Tottenham Hotspur have linked with a move for the Hoffenheim attacker Max Moerstedt.

The 18-year-old is highly rated across Europe and he has a bright future ahead of himself. According to TBR Football, the striker is reportedly on the radar of several Premier League clubs.

Arsenal and Chelsea sent scouts to watch the player in action during the midweek and the likes of Manchester United, Liverpool, Tottenham and West Ham have been monitoring his progress over the last 12 months.

It will be interesting to see if Spurs decide to step up their interest in the player and submit an offer to sign him in the coming months. They could certainly use more quality and depth in the attack.

The 18-year-old would be an understudy to Dominic Solanke. The opportunity to join a big club in England will be attractive for the youngster, especially if Tottenham can promise him ample exposure.

It remains to be seen how the situation develops. The 18-year-old is clearly a player in demand and it remains to be seen whether Tottenham can compete with their Premier League rivals and win the race for his signature.

A move to the Premier League will be an exciting opportunity for Moerstedt and the German attacker will look to fulfil his potential with regular football in England. Regular game time in the English top flight could accelerate his development and it will be interesting to see where the Hoffenheim attacker ends up eventually.

Tottenham start their Europa League campaign tonight, as they host Azerbaijan side Qarabag FK in the League stage of the competition.

The match was scheduled to kick-off at 8pm BST but has been delayed. Europa League have confirmed the delay and revealed that the reason behind the delay has been a late team arrival, with a new kick-off time to be disclosed upon confirmation.

The statement on X said:

“Tottenham vs Qarabağ: Due to a late team arrival, the kick-off of the match has been delayed. The new kick-off time will be communicated in due course.”

Tottenham vs Qarabağ: Due to a late team arrival, the kick-off of the match has been delayed. The new kick-off time will be communicated in due course.

— UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) September 26, 2024

The away team arrived just 15 minutes before the scheduled kick-off. They are expected to be given some time to warm up before the match gets going.

Despite reports suggesting Mikey Moore would get a start tonight, he starts on the bench alongside Will Lankshear.

Ange has made quite a few changes with Lucas Bergvall starting in the midfield partnering Pape Matar Sarr and Bissouma.

Archie Gray starts as right-back and Ben Davies starts on the left side with Dragusin and Micky van de Ven starting in the heart of the defence.

Upfront, big money signing Dominic Solanke starts with Brennan Johnson and Heung-min Son on the wings.

Former Vasco da Gama attacker Edmundo has hinted that the Brazilian club could look to make a move for Richarlison in 2025.

The Tottenham Hotspur attacker has not been able to live up to the expectations since the big-money move from Everton and he has been linked with an exit from the club in recent months. Tottenham ended up keeping him at the club beyond the summer window, but it seems that a move in the near future could be on the cards.

Edmundo has revealed that Vasco da Gama are looking to improve their squad soon and they are looking to bring in a quality striker. The 53-year-old went on to namedrop Richarlison as a potential target.

“Now, the idea is to keep all the main players and hire two or three heavyweight players. One for the defence, one for the midfield and two for the attack. Heavyweight like Richarlison. I’m dreaming and I can guarantee that 2025 will be different,” he said via CNN Brasil.

It will be interesting to see if Vasco da Gama comes forward with an offer to sign the Brazilian international in the upcoming months. Tottenham could be tempted to cash in on him if there is a lucrative proposal on the table.

They will be fully aware of the fact that they will have to cut their losses on the player, given his performances since joining.

Richarlison could use a fresh start as well and moving away from Tottenham would be ideal for him. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the inter-Milan attacker Marcus Thuram.

The 27-year-old French international has been quite impressive for Inter Milan since joining the club and he helped them win the league last season. Thuram scored 15 goals in all competitions and picked up 14 assists along the way as well. He could prove to be a quality acquisition for the North London club if they can get the deal done.

A report from Fichajes claims that they will compete with Aston Villa for the highly-rated attacker. The 27-year-old is at the peak of his powers and he could hit the ground running in the Premier League. He has the attributes to succeed in English football and he could transform Tottenham in the attack.

The likes of Richarlison have been quite underwhelming since joining the club and Thuram would certainly be an upgrade on the Brazilian international. He could form a lethal partnership with Dominic Solanke.

It remains to be seen whether Inter Milan are prepared to sell a key player like him in the coming months. Tottenham will be hoping to win major trophies in the coming seasons and they need quality players in order for that to happen. The likes of the Thuram will certainly help them improve immensely and it remains to be seen whether they can win the race for his signature.

A move to the Premier League could be an exciting opportunity for the 27-year-old and he will look to prove himself in England if the move goes through.

Bayer Leverkusen sensation Victor Boniface is not in talks with Tottenham despite recent reports.

The North London club have been quite proactive in the transfer window in recent seasons. Their focus has been on identifying young players who can help them in the long run and beat the competition to their signature. Having added three world-class talents to their ranks in the summer, Tottenham’s search for more quality continues.

Bayer Leverkusen’s young attacking sensation Victor Boniface has been linked with Spurs of late. Reports from England have suggested that the North London club are interested in acquiring in Nigerian striker’s services. However, according to a report from All Nigeria Soccer, Boniface is happy to continue at the German club and reports linking him with a move to Tottenham are wide off the mark.

The report claims that the information is ‘one hundred percent confirmed’.

In his debut season in Germany, he bagged 21 goals and 10 assists in his 34 outings and has started the 2024/25 season in fine fashion with four goals and an assist. It is quite understandable why Spurs have been linked with him as they seek more firepower up top.

The reports suggested that representatives from Tottenham have been scouting him of late and they were in the stands to watch him in action against Wolfsburg on Sunday as he came off the bench to score an injury-time winner.

While the agency that represents Boniface has strong links with the North London club, nothing is advanced between the two parties and a potential transfer is not on the cards. The player’s camp are yet to hold any talks with Tottenham regarding a move to the Premier League.

Ange Postecoglou has now revealed that he has no regrets despite the criticism of Tottenham’s playing style.

It has been close to 15 months since Ange Postecoglou took charge of Tottenham. He has got them playing an attacking and attractive brand of football and helped them secure a fifth-placed finish last season. But, they haven’t had an ideal start to the new season. Spurs have only won two out of their first five Premier League games. While they did return to winning ways against Brentford, the Australian manager surely has a lot to take care of.

The former Celtic manager has made some significant changes at the North London club. They are now focusing on signing young players who can help them in the long run and have been playing some exciting football. But, he has also faced significant criticism for sticking to his ideas even when things haven’t been gone their way.

While speaking on a fan forum at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Monday evening, the Spurs boss reflected on the criticism that has been directed towards him. He was asked if he would do anything differently from his first 15 months at the club.

Postecoglou said via football.london: “I guess there’s nothing I would do differently and I’ll tell you why because every decision I have made I have made in a moment where I believed it was the right one for the club,”

“Maybe later on you find out more information or you think you would have dealt with things a bit more differently, but I’ve always believed that if you have a really strong anchor in your beliefs in what you want to do, no decision you make is a mistake.

“All it is is a misstep going in the direction you want to but there’s no decision I’ve made or anything I’ve done in the last 15 months that I regret or I think I would have done differently given the information I had at that time.”

As long as the results were going their way, not many were highlighting the fact that Spurs were playing with a very high line under the Australian boss. But, every time things go wrong, it tends to come into the limelight. Apart from that, he has also been criticised for not hiring a specialised set-piece coach.

Postecoglou has stuck to his ideas and he is unlikely to change anything going forward. The former Celtic manager feels his ideas will eventually guide Spurs to glory. While things have gone wrong at times, he doesn’t consider those to be mistakes. He feels he has taken the right steps towards helping Tottenham get better and doesn’t regret any decision he has taken over the last 15 months.