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Tottenham Hotspur are looking to improve their midfield unit with the signing of Ruben Neves from Al-Hilal.

They are looking to sign the 28-year-old midfielder during the January transfer window, and he could be available for a fee of around £17 million. According to a report from CaughtOffside, Manchester United are interested in the Portuguese International midfielder as well.

Ruben Neves could be a solid addition

The reported price is a bargain for a player of his quality. He knows the Premier League well from his time at Wolves, and he could make an instant impact. He will help Spurs control games better, and he will help create opportunities for his teammates with his long-range passing from the deep. The Portuguese international is lethal with his shooting from long range as well, and he could add a new dimension to the Tottenham attack.

The player has been labelled as “fabulous” during his time in the Premier League in the past. There is no doubt that he could be an excellent addition to Tottenham. He could hit the ground running.

Man United also keen on Neves

Meanwhile, Manchester United could use a player like him as well. They have the resources to get the deal done, and it remains to be seen where he ends up. Whoever manages to sign the player for £17 million could have a bargain on their hands.

At 28, he’s at the peak of his career, and he could play his best football now. The opportunity to return to the Premier League will be exciting for him. Both Tottenham and Manchester United will be attractive destinations for the player.

Tottenham have done well to improve the squad, but they need more quality if they want to win major trophies. Adding a quality central midfielder like Neves would be a wise decision.

Tottenham Hotspur continue to be linked with Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid, and it will be interesting to see if they decide to make a move for him in January.

According to Football Insider, they would have to pay a substantial amount of money to sign the 25-year-old. Although he is not a regular starter for Atletico Madrid, he is a valuable player for them, and they will not want to sell him midway through the season.

What it would take to sign Conor Gallagher

Pete O’Rourke said on Football Insider: “It would be a hard deal to do. It’s no surprise that there were some clubs sniffing around Gallagher in the summer.

“He’s been in and out of the Atletico Madrid side, not played as many minutes as he would like in La Liga, but he did start in the Champions League against Liverpool.

“He’s still got a role to play for Simeone’s side and he’s under contract until 2029, so if they were to even consider selling him, it would take a huge sum of money.”

Tottenham are long-term admirers of the midfielder, and they have been linked with him over multiple seasons. It remains to be seen whether they can get the deal across the line in the coming months.

Gallagher would improve Spurs

There is no doubt that he would be the ideal fit for their style of play, and he could help them improve. He will drive and physicality in the middle of the park.

Tottenham need more quality in the midfield, and the England International could solve their problems. He will be looking to play regularly at this stage of his career, and if Atletico Madrid cannot provide him with that opportunity, he will consider an exit in future. Returning to the Premier League could be ideal for him. Gallagher is well-versed in the league, having excelled in it with Chelsea and Crystal Palace. He could make an instant impact at Tottenham.

They have an ambitious project, and he could fancy joining them. Spurs recently won the UEFA Europa League, a trophy Gallagher won with Chelsea.

Thomas Frank 5 Tactically, Tottenham were blown by the wind, and we had far too many players phoning it in. This coach has shown he’s good, but desperately needs to stop shooting himself in the foot, with poor decisions.

Giuliano Vicario 3 Struggled, arguably at fault for both Brighton goals. Always looking to apportion blame.

Pedro Porro 4 Another tough day at the office. Just one accurate cross from 15 attempts.

Cristian Romero 7 Plenty to be pleased with after a shaky start. A 95% passing accuracy, for one, and he stepped into midfield to win possession in the second half.

Mikey van de Ven 7 A 99% passing accuracy. Quiet but effective in the second half, sticking to defensive basics and covering for his teammates.

Destiny Udogie 6 A decent 89% passing accuracy, stopped multiple breaks, and pushed forward effectively, though his final ball needed greater work today.

The second own goal for Tottenham in a week, but own goals come through pressure.

After the game, Thomas Frank needs to explain why he dropped Zavi Simons, who was an immediate and positive influence, from his first touch.

Spurs are left with just minutes to get a win, but do we deserve it? That’s the question.

What will Tottenham fans get today, the side that faced Bournemouth, or the one that dismantled The Irons?

Today sees a pretty much unchanged squad, with two key areas of concern. Oderbert replacing Xaxi, who one might argue is an inferior player, and of course, retaining the services of Richarlison.

Favouring the Brazilian is arguably an impossible one to challenge, as Tel isn’t very good at playing football, and Solanke remains injured.

Come on, you Spurs.

Luca Williams-Barnett is a 16-year-old English footballer playing as an attacking midfielder or forward for Spurs’ U18 squad. In April of this year, he posted on his Instagram that: “I can’t wait to be in the Premier League, scoring goals for Tottenham and making fans happy,” and it may be the case that his dream is soon to be realised.

Describing Luca Williams-Barnett

Known for his two-footed versatility, dribbling, and spectacular finishing, he’s considered one of England’s top youth prospects, often compared to Tottenham’s Mikey Moore. He began his career at Luton Town’s youth academy before joining Tottenham’s at the U10 level.

In the 2024/25 season, he scored 20 goals and provided 12 assists in 23 U18 matches, including a stunning half-way line goal against Leicester City, earning him the Premier League’s U18 Goal of the Season award.

He also scored a hat-trick in Tottenham’s U17 Premier League Cup final win. Williams-Barnett made Tottenham’s senior match day squad for a 3–2 Europa League loss to Galatasaray on November 7, 2024, and has been on the bench for other first-team matches.

He signed a new contract in July 2025, despite interest from top clubs like Manchester United and Manchester City.

Internationally, he’s represented England at the U15, U16, and U17 levels, scoring on his U18 debut in a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in September 2025.

He’s also part of the 2025 UEFA European U17 Championship squad. Tottenham views him as a potential first-team star, with plans to fast-track his development, possibly bypassing the Under-21s.

Spurs under the Lewis Family are certainly giving off the impression that they are looking to not just arbitrarily mention the Academy as Daniel Levy did, but to integrate and make those players in it count. We have already witnessed a tangible improvement in Lucas Bergvall under Thomas Frank.

Which Tottenham Academy stars will be next to rise?

Callun Olusesi: An 18-year-old midfielder who scored four goals in nine Premier League 2 matches and debuted in the UEFA Europa League.

George Feeney: A 17-year-old forward, previously Glentoran’s youngest-ever goalscorer, signed his first professional contract.

Dan Batty: An 18-year-old attacking midfielder, joined from Manchester City on a contract until 2028.

Malachi Hardy: A 17-year-old centre-back who signed his first professional deal.

This isn’t a good look, no matter what foolishness Bissouma may or may not have been up to during his time at Tottenham.

Bissouma has fallen off and may well not play for Spurs again. The last we heard, the ‘Mali Player of the year’ failed a medical with a Turkish side, Galatasaray.

Yves’ time at Spurs has been turbulent recently. He’s currently out of favour with manager Thomas Frank due to disciplinary issues, including persistent lateness, which led to his exclusion from the UEFA Super Cup squad against PSG.

A knee injury has also kept him sidelined this season, and he’s yet to feature in the Premier League.

This blatant blank obviously undermines all the endless high-fives at Hotspur Way.

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Athletic Club Bilbao midfielder Oihan Sancet.

The 24-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and he has a bright future ahead of himself. He is at the peak of his career, and he could help Spurs immensely.

Spurs could use Oihan Sancet

They need more creativity and goals from the middle of the park, and the Spanish midfielder would be the ideal acquisition

He has shown his quality in La Liga, and he has the technical attributes to do well in the Premier League as well. The midfielder scored 17 goals last season, and he could transform him going forward. He is capable of operating as a central midfielder as well as an attacking midfielder. He will add more cutting edge to the Tottenham attack.

Arsenal and Man United keen on Sancet

As per Fichajes, Arsenal and Manchester United are interested in the player as well. Arsenal could use more depth in the final third, and the Spaniard could compete with Martin Odegaard for the starting spot. Meanwhile, Manchester United need more quality in that area of the pitch as well. They have been overly reliant on Bruno Fernandes for goals and creativity.

All three clubs will be attractive destinations for the player, and it remains to be seen where he ends up. He has an €80 million release clause in his contract. Any club hoping to sign him, we have to pay close to that amount. It will be interesting to see if Spurs are willing to pay that kind of money for the player.

They will need to keep improving the squad to match up to the European elite. The 24-year-old will certainly add more quality to the side. The opportunity to move to the Premier League will be exciting for him as well.

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Morten Hjulmand from Sporting CP, and they are prepared to submit an offer for him.

According to Fichajes, Tottenham are willing to submit an offer of £52 million in order to get the deal done.

Morten Hjulmand is a quality player

The 26-year-old has done quite well for the Portuguese club, and he has the quality to do well in England as well. He will add composure and defensive cover in the middle of the park. He could be a quality partner for Joao Palhinha and Pape Matar Sarr.

It will be interesting to see if Sporting CP are prepared to sanction his departure when the offer is presented. The opportunity to move to the Premier League will be quite exciting for the player. He is at the peak of his career, and he could be open to trying out a new challenge now. It would be a huge step for him, and he would get to test himself at the highest level.

The midfielder is highly rated, and Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has previously labelled him as a “fantastic player”. Meanwhile, the midfielder is an Arsenal fan, and it will be interesting to see if he’s willing to join Tottenham. Reports have claimed that the player has an Arsenal tattoo as well.

Spurs could use Hjulmand

It will be interesting to see how the situation develops. Tottenham need more quality in order to fight for major trophies, and the 26-year-old midfielder could be the ideal acquisition for them. They have an exciting project, and the player could be tempted to join them.

Thomas Frank believes that the 26-year-old could prove to be an excellent addition to his squad. It will be interesting to see if Tottenham decide to make a move for him in January or wait until the summer transfer window.

This weekend, we face Brighton and Hove Albion in what will surely be a fascinating clash. Ahead of the game, Thomas Frank waxed lyrical about our favourite Argentine, Cuti Romero.

Cristian Romero has been a key figure for Tottenham Hotspur this season, contributing an assist and helping secure four clean sheets in five appearances across the Premier League and Champions League. His defensive solidity is evident with 6 tackles, 4 interceptions, and 11 clearances in 360 minutes played in the 2025-26 Premier League season.

He’s also maintained a high pass completion rate of 88.2%, showcasing his ability to contribute to build-up play. Romero’s strengths lie in his aggressive defending, aerial dominance, and ability to read the game, making him a cornerstone of Tottenham’s backline.

His leadership as club captain under Frank further highlights his importance. However, his disciplinary record remains a concern, with one yellow card this season and a history of four red cards in the Premier League since his joining. His versatility, comfortable in both a back three and four, adds tactical flexibility.

I’d say that the new gaffer’s confidence is well-placed.

Thomas said:

“But of course, I’ve followed him over the years. But I definitely see a more mature player and person. Not that he hasn’t been that before. It’s not like it’s happened the last three months. I’m not saying that because he was very good last year and also won the World Cup, whatever.

I can’t remember. A few years ago. But… that consistency now I see a player that are very aggressive and need to be very aggressive it’s cool and composed and need to be cool and composed and I think he got that rare combination of being super aggressive in the duals but also stand in the box and okay I need to move two-step boom hit do the header that that’s the that’s the top level center backs that are doing.”

Brighton & Hove Albion face us at the Amex Stadium, promising an intriguing battle between two teams with contrasting starts to the 2025-26 season. Brighton, under Fabian Hürzeler, has shown flashes of brilliance but struggles with consistency, while Tottenham, managed by Thomas Frank, are riding high after a strong start domestically and in Europe!