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Aston Villa will return to Premier League action on Sunday afternoon when they travel to London to take on Thomas Frank’s high-flying Tottenham Hotspur side – but Villa may have to make do without several key players thanks to injuries.

A major concern is the fitness of striker Ollie Watkins, who was sent home from England duty after picking up an injury during last week’s 3-0 friendly win over Wales, while there has also been bad news about the health of midfielder Youri Tielemans.

We’ve got all of the latest Aston Villa injury news below ahead of the game against Spurs, along with the stricken players’ expected return dates when available.

Is Ollie Watkins out this weekend?

Watkins was substituted at half-time against Wales after the forward – who scored England’s second from close range – collided with a goalpost and appeared to hurt his left leg. Watkins was subsequently sent home from the national squad after being ruled out of Tuesday evening’s World Cup qualifying game against Latvia.

"It was very painful for him still,” England head coach Thomas Tuchel told the press after the decision was made, “And it's just not possible for him to train and also not to play. So, we sent him home."

Tuchel added that he thought Watkins would “try to make it for the weekend,” however, suggesting that the injury is not serious and that the 29-year-old could be available to take on Spurs. The club are expected to make a full assessment of Watkins’ availability on Tuesday, however, before a determination can be reached. It is unlikely to be a long-term problem but he is currently a doubt for Sunday.

Youri Tielemans injury update brings bad news for Aston Villa

While Watkins should be back soon, Villa will have to get by without the services of Belgian midfielder Tielemans for a while longer. The 28-year-old, who has already been out for a month with a calf injury, will now miss a further five weeks after a setback.

The club had hoped that he would be available again shortly after the current international break, but a recurrence of the injury means that he has now been ruled out until after the final round of World Cup qualifiers in November. Tielemans will now be targeting the 23 November match against Leeds United for his return.

There is better news, however, for Jadon Sancho, who has only managed eight minutes of first-team football since joining the club from Manchester United – but who has now returned to full training following a period of illness. Sancho is expected to be available for the game against Spurs if called upon.

Tyrone Mings is a major doubt for Sunday’s match due to a foot injury, as are Emiliano Buendía (head) and Andrés Garcia (match fitness). None of that trio are expected to be out for the long term but all could be absent against Spurs pending updates from Unai Emery. It is unclear whether any of them are also at risk of being unavailable for the midweek Europa League fixture against Dutch outfit Go Ahead Eagles.

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Yet again, 3 Added Minutes have delved through the gossip columns to bring your our regular morning round-up of the biggest and juiciest new Premier League transfer rumours – and we’ll start things off today with a story for Manchester United fans.

Football Insider claim that United are “tracking” Bayern Munich midfielder Alexander Pavlović, who is now on their shortlist alongside Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba and Morten Hjulmand.

They have “set their sights” on the 21-year-old after scouts were impressed by the Germany international, and the club’s recruitment team is now “keeping a close eye” on his performances.

There’s no word on how much Bayern might want for their talented young midfielder, who is under contract until 2029, and no suggestion that Pavlović himself is looking to force a move, but he’s still a name that’s on the radar while the Red Devils work out what to next summer to get back up to speed.

Elsewhere, TeamTalk also report that United are keeping tabs on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who at 18 would represent an investment in the future more than a player who would be seen as an immediate first-teamer.

The 3AM Verdict: Pavlović certainly fits the profile of the technically impressive ball-winning midfielder that they’re looking for in scouting players like Wharton and Baleba, but he won’t come much cheaper than either of those two will. Certainly a very plausible target, but it will be a while before we get any indication as to whether a formal bid will be made – there’s no chance a deal like this gets done in January.

Spurs ‘ignite’ move for Porto wonderkid

Let’s head to North London now – TeamTalk claim that Tottenham Hotspur are getting ready to “ignite” their interest in young Danish midfielder Victor Froholdt, having “joined the growing list of admirers” watching that Porto player.

Apparently, Thomas Frank is keen to sign a new central midfielder and the 19-year-old, who already has six caps for his country, could fit the bill. Bidding could be in the region of €50-60m (£43.5-52m) and apparently Froholdt “will be tempted” by the prospect of making a move to the Premier League.

That might explain why Brighton & Hove Albion are said to be interested too, with Atlético Madrid also named as a potential suitor. It’s implied that Spurs could make a move in January, though, with a £100m cash injection apparently set to give them more spending power over the winter.

The 3AM Verdict: Froholdt is a name you’re going to see in gossip columns a lot over the course of the next year or two, but a January deal is wildly unlikely – Porto only signed the youngster in July. If he continues his progress, however, expect his name to crop up again next summer.

Chelsea ‘intensifying’ centre-back pursuit

Pretty much every media outlet that’s in the rumourmongering game thinks that Chelsea are in the market for a new centre-back in 2026, but Caught Offside reckon they know which one – allegedly, the Blues are “intensifying their pursuit” of Barcelona’s Ronald Araújo and are “closely monitoring” his situation.

Enzo Maresca is apparently “eager” to add some reinforcements to an injury-addled back line and Chelsea supposedly believe that Barcelona’s financial struggles mean that they could sign Araújo for a competitive price.

The 26-year-old is supposedly viewed as an “ideal addition,” but apparently his current club view him as a “vital part” of their long-term plans and will try to sell other players before they sanction the sale of the Uruguayan.

The 3AM Verdict: There’s no mention of a price tag or interest from other teams, but Liverpool have been mentioned an awful lot as well. We don’t yet have a clear picture of which defender is Chelsea’s real priority at the moment, and we’re distrustful of any article that claims to know at this point. Things will become clearer nearer the time.

Thomas Frank has shone at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium dugout so far, how will he attack the January transfer window?

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Expecting Tottenham Hotspur to be third in the Premier League after two months would’ve been reserved for the most optimistic fans ahead of the season, yet after all the summer upheaval and pessimism Thomas Frank’s success has been one of the stories of the season.

While Arsenal topping the tree may take a little shine away from Spurs fans looking at the Premier League table, there’s no denying it’s been a remarkable start to life at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for Frank who was only a 94th-minute Goncalo Ramos equaliser away from already having some silverware to show off, lest we forget.

Yet although Frank will hope to avoid the crippling injury crises suffered by his predecessor, Tottenham’s squad still looks susceptible to drops in form and fitness while unlike Arsenal or Chelsea, they lack the depth to successfully fight on four fronts.

There are still areas to improve in the starting lineup too but the good news is that Frank has already showed he’s retained the ability to both develop existing talent and quickly and effectively integrate promising new signings that made him such a success at Brentford.

As long as their January additions meet a baseline for age and talent, it’s hard to see where Tottenham go too wrong with their winter transfer business, so who might they target?

Bargain Borussia Dortmund star too good to miss

Wilson Odobert and Brennan Johnson have flashed at times this season, but Tottenham could certainly benefit from having a more established presence on the left flank to compliment an otherwise purring forward line.

As Randal Kolo Muani and Dominic Solanke inch back towards fitness, Mohammed Kudus has been one of Spurs’ standout players this season and the obvious area for improvement is on the left flank after Spurs’ failed pursuit of Savinho in the summer.

Savinho has been linked with a move to north London again this transfer window but it’d be a surprise if that door was still open mid-season and the Brazilian has struggled for game time so far this campaign.

Instead, Tottenham could strike a smart deal for Julian Brandt, whose contract at Borussia Dortmund runs out next summer. The skipper appears unlikely to stay at Signal Iduna Park and particularly if Dortmund’s league and European campaigns are faltering (they’ve scored eight goals in two European games but have only taken four points), the German club may look to cash in for £10m-15m.

Brandt would bring leadership, versatility and the capacity for the extraordinary to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and it’d be a surprise if any serious is warded off by Borussia Dortmund who’ve not been such a good selling club of late.

Tottenham can offer Gallagher perfect stage for Premier League return

Rodrigo Bentancur endured a dreadful campaign last season, so though he's bounced back strongly this campaign and secured a long-term contract extension set to take him into his 30s, Tottenham could certainly benefit from signing another ready-made starter in central midfield.

One of those players who seems older than his years simply by virtue of being a mainstay on the biggest stage for so long, Conor Gallagher has now played almost 200 top flight games and brings a defensive grit that’s perfect for a Thomas Frank team.

Gallagher will have only been in the Spanish capital for 18 months come January, yet Atletico are reportedly already fielding offers with Manchester United told they will need to pay at least €60m (£52.4m) to bring him back to the Premier League.

Gallagher isn’t the player to turn around the Red Devils - he’s not incisive enough for a two-man midfield - but in a three at Tottenham he could be perfect.

Tottenham to return for Ake?

Central defence is somewhere Tottenham simply must strengthen this January - no one wants to see Archie Gray thrown into that fire again - and that reinforcement looks set to come in the form of accomplished yet discarded veterans.

Tottenham have been linked with bringing another former Stamford Bridge star back to the Premier League in the form of Andreas Christensen, as his time at Barcelona appears to be coming to an end.

But unlike on the wing, this time they might be best off chasing a summer target from Manchester City as despite only playing 120 minutes in the Champions League and top flight so far this campaign, the 30-year-old Dutchman valued at around £20m could provide a solid rotation option to ease the pressure on Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven.

Tottenham 2026 starting XI if predictions come true: Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Gallagher, Palhinha; Kudus, Simons, Brandt, Solanke.

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It’s time for 3 Added Minutes’ regular morning round-up, and this week begins with an update surrounding Manchester United, who enter the international break on a high after a satisfying 2-0 victory over Sunderland.

Ruben Amorim’s side kept a clean sheet for the first time this season as new goalkeeper Senne Lammens produced a man of the match performance between the posts. However, the Portuguese coach knows his team are still a long way from being the finished product and has plenty to do to assemble a team with the consistency to qualify for Europe.

Central midfield is a key area that Amorim wants to improve, and German outlet Sports Bild understands that Aleksandar Pavlovic has been earmarked as the man for the job.

The tough-tackling 21-year-old midfielder is currently playing for Bayern Munich and has been a first team player for the last three seasons. He’s a five-time German international with aspirations of playing at the World Cup, but has only started two league matches so far. Reports suggest United made an approach to the player over the summer, adding that the club are ‘very keen’ on revisiting this deal in January.

The 3AM verdict: Aleksandar Pavlovic is an outstanding talent with over 60 appearances for Bayern Munich, Champions League experience and excellent work rate. He’d be a certain upgrade on what United currently have at their disposal and has the traits required to play in Ruben Amorim’s system. However, it’s hard to see Bayern Munich wanting to sell the 21-year-old given how well he’s done for them in recent years and his potential to improve in the future.

Tottenham eye move for Maxence Lacroix

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a big-money winter move for impressive Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix. The Frenchman only signed for the Eagles last summer but has already racked up 54 appearances and helped Oliver Glasner’s side to European qualification and a first major trophy.

He’s reported by TEAMtalk to be an alternative target to Marc Guehi, who has been linked with the likes of Liverpool and Real Madrid as he approaches the final few months of his contract.

The 3AM verdict: Having Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven available every week has transformed Tottenham and made them a much more cohesive unit. There’s questions from supporters whether Thomas Frank will shift towards a three-man-defence and there’s little doubt based on Maxence Lacroix’s performances he’d be a great signing. However, Palace only signed him in 2024 and won’t want to allow one of their star defenders to leave on the cheap, particularly if Marc Guehi also departs in the summer.

West Ham target Chris Wood

Incoming West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo has reportedly set his sights on a reunion with Chris Wood in January, according to Give Me Sport. Wood was incredible under the Portuguese coach at the City Ground, scoring 20 times across all competitions and helping Forest to Europe for the first time in the 21st century.

The New Zealand international started brilliantly by scoring a brace against Brentford on matchday one, but has not scored since then and has been dropped on occasion by new boss Ange Postecoglou in the Europa League.

The 3AM verdict: Chris Wood has an excellent track record under Nuno Espirito Santo and would be a huge boost to West Ham’s attacking options in the short term. However, West Ham already have an ageing front line in Callum Wilson (33), and Niclas Füllkrug with similar attributes to Wood, who turns 34 in December. It likely depends on Wood’s relationship with Ange Postecoglou and whether he’s expected to continue being a big player for the club. But it’s not beyond the realms of possibility.

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Tottenham Hotspur find themselves in 4th place in the Premier League table after their first six fixtures. They turned to Thomas Frank as their replacement for Ange Postecoglou in the summer. Prior to his move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Dane caught the eye with fellow top flight side Brentford.

Spurs drew 2-2 away at FK Bodø/Glimt last time out in the Champions League on Tuesday night. They are back in action this weekend with a league clash against Leeds United at Elland Road. The Whites were promoted from the Championship last season along with Burnley and Sunderland.

Is Cristian Romero fit to play Leeds United?

Spurs defender Cristian Romero is in contention to return against Leeds. The centre-back missed the game against Bodø/Glimt due to a precaution. However, he has since returned to full training which is a boost.

Striker Dominic Solanke is sidelined at the minute with a knee injury. It has been a frustrating start to the campaign for the ex-Liverpool and AFC Bournemouth man. He won’t be fit until after the international break and his current club aren’t taking any risks with him right now and will only throw him back in when he is fully available.

Elsewhere, Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison are more long-term absentees. The latter won’t be seen until next year after rupturing his ACL. Radu Dragusin and Kota Takai are in the treatment room still, whilst Randal Kolo Muani is being assessed and could feature in the squad against Leeds.

Joao Palhinha poised for Tottenham Hotspur return

Spurs’ number one Guglielmo Vicario will play again between the sticks. He was snapped up from Empoli back in 2023. The stopper is backed up on the bench by Antonin Kinsky.

Pedro Porro and Destiny Udogie like to get up and down the flanks of defence. The latter was rested against Bodø/Glimt for Djed Spence before coming on. His pace and power can cause problems for opposition and he has potential to get better down the line.

In the heart of the backline, Romero is likely to come back into the starting XI for Kevin Danso which will be a positive for Frank. Micky Van de ven has managed to stay injury free so far this term and will be hoping things stay that way as he enjoys his current run in the team.

Joao Palhinha has made a positive impression since his switch on loan from Bayern Munich this past summer. He was brought in to bolster their midfield department. The ex-Fulham man scored a late equaliser against Wolves last weekend.

Rodrigo Bentancur and Lucas Bergvall have been regulars under Frank so far. They inject energy and enthusiasm into Spurs’ team and they will both be looking to help them pick up all three points against Leeds. The Whites have adapted pretty well to the step up a division under Daniel Farke.

Mohamed Kudus and Xavi Simons didn’t start against Bodø/Glimt but it wouldn’t be a surprise to see them get the nod here in place of Brennan Johnson and Wilson Odobert. Richarlison is then poised to lead the line again. The Brazilian has found the net on three occasions this season.

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We have reached a new month of October and with the summer firmly behind us, the domestic season is beginning to get tasty. We have already seen two top-flight sackings, multiple sets of European fixtures and the second international break of the campaign rapidly approaches.

Here are your latest transfer updates from around the country as as prepare for match week seven of the Premier League season - starting at Anfield, where a shock transfer target has emerged amidst the recent struggles experienced by Arne Slot’s side...

Liverpool have seen a defensive issue begin to emerge in recent weeks, both on and off the pitch. Amidst increasing worries that the Reds may need to strengthen in the centre of defence in January, rumours have emerged that a shocking move for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite could be on the cards.

As per Football Insider, also relayed by Caught Offside, the 23-year-old is “on the radar at Liverpool”. It is believed that a summer move may be more realistic as the Toffees will be reluctant to part ways with one of their key assets mid-way through the season, much less to the benefit of their fiercest of local rivals. While 29 players have moved between Liverpool and Everton in the past, the last was Abel Xavier in 2002 and this would be a controversial turn of events.

The 3AM verdict: Manchester United are also reportedly in for Branthwaite, which may seem a more likely move as we just cannot envision such a high-profile player moving to Everton’s biggest rivals. Branthwaite was not born in the city himself, but he joined Everton from Carlisle United as a 17-year-old and no doubt feels a strong affiliation to the Toffees.

Whoever does secure his signature, Branthwaite does certainly have the attributes to play at a higher level. A January transfer appears unlikely and it may be a case of seeing which offers are on the table next summer.

Man United target talented young Premier League midfielder

Meanwhile at Old Trafford, a new midfielder is currently top of the wish-list and the Red Devils may have set their sights on someone new, in the shape of Brentford’s Yehor Yarmoliuk. This is according to reports by Caught Offside, who claim the 21-year-old defensive midfielder is on United’s list of transfer targets amidst the continued deficiencies experienced in that area of the park under Ruben Amorim.

The article references Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, Borussia Dortmund and Napoli as also holding a potential interest in the Ukraine international, who has impressed in 73 appearances for the Bees with his tenacity, pressing and ability to play across the midfield.

The 3AM verdict: Yarmoliuk certainly has the potential to improve United’s midfield, though he only just nailed down a starting spot for Brentford towards the end of last season and such a big move in January may be a little early for him. This is certainly one to watch out for next summer, though.

Tottenham’s involvement here could prove interesting due to the Ukrainian’s previous links with new Spurs manager Thomas Frank.

Tottenham eye sensational move for Real Madrid hero

As per reports by Fichajes relayed by GiveMeSport, Tottenham have ‘held talks’ over a shocking move for Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valderde. The 27-year-old is said to potentially be ‘open to the move’, as he has found himself struggling with Xabi Alonso’s new style of play and would prioritise a move to the Premier League if he were to leave Los Blancos.

Though the player is believed to want to stay and fight for his place at the Santiago Bernabeu, the report states that preliminary talks have been held with Spurs, following a difficult period of increased media criticism subjected towards Valverde under Alonso. Valverde has made 332 appearances for Real and is on a reported £345,000 a week.

The 3AM verdict: We know Spurs won the Europa League last season and have a great new manager, but the idea of them signing Real Madrid’s star players still makes little sense.

The prospect of Valverde moving to the Premier League seems a little far-fetched regardless, while Spurs would surely need to finish in the top four - or even challenge for the title - this season in order to be in the reckoning for such a high-profile deal next summer. All the signs are saying this one is likely to be wide of the mark.

Spurs could sign this long-standing target in 2026 as he approaches the end of his contract with Barcelona.

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Tottenham Hotspur could be looking at a golden opportunity to sign a Champions League winner for absolutely nothing next year, or for a likely cut price in January.

Spurs spent a decent chunk of cash over the summer as they brought in the likes of Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus to bolster their ranks. With three wins from their six opening games, they are off to a strong star to the Premier League season as well.

Tottenham are currently fourth in the league table with 11 points on the board, two behind rivals Arsenal in second and four adrift of leaders Liverpool.

The first opportunity to add more new signings to the books will arrive at the turn of the new year. There is one long-standing transfer target Spurs could approach in January or they can take a gamble and wait out his expiring contract.

Tottenham have chance to sign Andreas Christensen in 2026

Tottenham have held interest in former Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen for some time now, and 2026 could be the year they land a deal.

The centre-back is currently under contract with Barcelona but his terms are due to expire next June. A new update from Spain also suggests the Dane has no future with the La Liga side, as it doesn’t seem a new deal is on the cards.

According to Marca, Barcelona have not made any moves towards extending Christensen’s stay at the club. Barca’s sporting director ‘has no intention’ of offering the 29-year-old a contract renewal as things stand.

The powers that be at the club have until the end of the season to make a firm decision but clubs will star to sniff around the pending free agent. Tottenham will likely still be keen on the centre-back, seeing as it was only earlier this year that they had put on an offer on the Blaugrana’s table.

Tottenham attempted to sign Andreas Christensen

Reports from Spain last year claimed Christensen was looking to leave Barcelona but had been holding out for an ‘offer from a top-level project’. Sport claimed in 2024 that Barca had been willing to sell the defender for €25 million (£21.7m), while his entourage had been exploring potential exit options, which his contract close to expiring.

Further local reports, relayed by Football 365, claimed earlier this year that Spurs had ‘raised their offer’ to sign Christensen, amid rival interest from Manchester United.

Last season, the Dane struggled with injuries and fell down the pecking order at Barca. So far this season, Christensen has made five La Liga appearances from a possible seven chances, but remained on the bench for two and has started just three.

The report in February claimed Tottenham were looking to take advantage of his situation and place a €15 million (£13m) bid for his services. Christensen remains at Barcelona but with regular playing time no longer a guarantee and the board looking unlikely to keep him on the books, it may be time for him to consider a future elsewhere.

Christensen has seen plenty of success over his career so far. During his time with Chelsea, the Denmark international won the Champions League, FA Cup, Europa League and Club World Cup. He is also a two-time league champion with Barcelona, so his history of success would certainly be a beneficial addition to Tottenham’s current squad.

As Spurs hope to continue this run of form, proven international talent like Christensen with multiple trophies to his name can only improve their chances of success.

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Liverpool have their sights set on winning the Premier League again this season. The Reds are being linked with a move for Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano ahead of the January transfer window. According to a report by Football Insider, he is on their radar at the moment.

Upamecano, 26, is facing an uncertain long-term future over in Germany. He has been on the books at the Allianz Arena since joining Bayern back in 2021 from their league rivals RB Leipzig. The France international has since made 159 appearances in all competitions and has scored five goals from the back.

The 3AM Verdict: Liverpool need to start thinking about long-term replacements for Virgil van Dijk. He is under contract until 2027 and won’t be around at Anfield forever. Dayot Upamecano has been competing at the top level in Germany with Bayern Munich over the past four years and wouldn’t be a bad option for the Reds’ back line if they were able to lure him to England in the near future.

Everton could rekindle Juanlu Sanchez interest

As per TEAMtalk, Everton could consider rekindling their interest in Sevilla right-back Juanlu Sanchez this winter. The former Spain youth international has been with his current club for his whole career to date. He rose up through their academy ranks and was a regular at various different youth levels. The full-back broke into their first-team back in 2021.

The 22-year-old has also been loaned out to Mirandes in the past to get some experience under his belt. He has made 75 appearances for the La Liga club to date and has found the net on six occasions. The Toffees could see him as someone to bolster their defensive department.

The 3AM Verdict: It is no secret that Everton need a right-back in January. Jake O’Brien has been playing there out of position over recent times. Seamus Coleman is getting older and Nathan Patterson has slipped down the pecking order. Juanlu Sanchez is young, has potential to develop in the future and has already played a decent amount of games for Sevilla so could be worth a punt by the Toffees.

Tottenham Hotspur lead Marc Guehi race

Tottenham Hotspur ‘lead’ the race for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi right now, CaughtOffside claim. The England star is out of contract at the end of this term and has been on Liverpool’s radar. He is due to become a free agent in June 2026, assuming he doesn’t pen a new deal at Selhurst Park.

The Eagles risk losing him for nothing if they don’t sell him when the next window opens up for business. They signed him back in 2021 from Chelsea and he has since become one of their most valuable assets. He helped them win the FA Cup back in May under Oliver Glasner after they beat Manchester City in the final at Wembley against the odds.

The 3AM Verdict: Marc Guehi would be a dream centre-back signing for Tottenham Hotspur. If Spurs managed to land his signature, it would be a massive statement of intent. He is one of the most sought after players in the Premier League at the moment and most signs point towards him leaving Crystal Palace very soon for a new challenge with another team.

Thomas Frank has provided updates on his squad, including the omission of Cristian Romero.

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Tottenham Hotspur have double action this week as they prepare for their upcoming Champions League and Premier League fixtures.

Spurs will look to keep their European win streak running tonight when they face Bodo/Glimt in Norway. They are on the road again on Saturday as Elland Road beckons their clash with Leeds United. Tottenham haven’t lost a match since August and are eager to keep their positive form flowing in both competitions. Following their 1-1 draw with Wolves, Spurs are fourth in the Premier League table, four points behind leaders Liverpool.

They also kicked off their Champions League campaign with a 1-0 win over Villarreal, joining the other 13 teams to secure their first win of the European campaign last time out. As they get ready to face Bodo/Glimt tonight, we’ve rounded up the latest injury news for Tottenham:

Dominic Solanke injury update and surgery confirmed

Dominic Solanke has not featured for Spurs since August and he is expected to be out for a while longer after Thomas Frank confirmed he underwent ‘minor surgery’ to resolve an ankle injury.

Speaking ahead of the Bodo/Glimt clash, the manager confirmed the striker will not be fit to face the Norwegian side or Leeds at the weekend. However, Solanke is not expected to be out for a large scale of time while he recovers.

“It's a small procedure, so that will mean he is not ready [for Bodo/Glimt] and of course Leeds [on Saturday] as well. We'll have more news about a time frame after the international break, but I don't expect it to be long,” Frank said.

The update on Solanke came after the manager had issued the good news he had returned to training alongside Kota Takai. While the former has been issued a setback, Takai is edging closer to making his debut but an expected date has not been discussed.

Is Cristian Romero injured for Spurs?

Cristian Romero has not been included in the squad to take on Bodo/Glimt this evening. However, Frank has assured the decision to leave the captain at home was simply ‘a precaution’. Striker Randal Kolo Muani is also set to be out for the Champions League clash but a promising update from Frank could suggest he might be in the picture to face Leeds at the weekend.

“I think now we're finally on top of his dead leg so there's also progress there,” the manager said in his press conference.

Similar to Kolo Muani, Ben Davies is carrying a ‘minor injury’ and tonight’s game came too close to include him the plans. He could also be on to feature in the squad against Leeds, though.

Spurs have been without Radu Dragusin following his ACL injury back in February but he is edging closer to returning to fitness. Last week, Frank revealed the defender is ‘progressing well’ but it will still be ‘a few weeks’ before any conversation of him being involved with the team.

The Danish boss is also without James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevki and Yves Bissouma long-term. While Maddison is expected to miss most, if not all of the season with an ACL injury, Kulusevski is expected to return before the end of the year.

Bissouma is making progress, with the latest update on his fitness confirming he has been running outside but hasn’t been training with the team yet.

The latest Premier League transfer rumours, with news from Leeds United, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur

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The Premier League returns this weekend as teams across the country prepare for the next round of fixtures. Leeds United were promoted from the Championship last season and have since adapted well to life back in the top flight. They stormed to the second tier title under the guidance of Daniel Farke.

The Whites were busy on the recruitment front over the summer and brought in a whole host of new faces. In this latest update ahead of the January transfer window, TEAMtalk claim they are ‘considering’ a move for Internacional attacker Gustavo Prado. Nottingham Forest have also been credited with an interest.

Prado, 20, has been on the books of his current club since joining them as a teenager back in 2023. He has since broken into their first-team and is being tipped for a bright future in the game. However, his long-term situation is now up in the air amid attention from Europe.

The 3AM Verdict: If Leeds United signed Prado he may not immediately challenge for a place in their first-team. He lacks experience in England and like any young player from abroad, it may take him time to adapt to life in a new country. There is no doubt that he could have a lot of potential though and would be a useful long-term addition if he made the switch to Elland Road.

Manchester City target Aleksandar Pavlovic

Manchester City ‘want’ to sign Aleksandar Pavlovic from Bayern Munich this winter, according to CaughtOffside. The 21-year-old, who is a Germany international with five caps to his name, has been playing his football at the Allianz Arena for his whole career to date. He rose up through the academy ranks of the Bundesliga giants and was a regular at various different youth levels.

Pavlovic made his debut back in October 2023 in a league fixture against SV Darmstadt and hasn’t looked back since. He has made 61 appearances in all competitions and has chipped in with four goals. The Munich-born man helped his local team win the title in the last campaign under Vincent Kompany.

The 3AM Verdict: Manchester City could see Aleksandar Pavlovic as someone to boost their midfield department. He would give them more competition and depth in the middle of the park if he went there. The Bundesliga ace has shown what he can do in the top flight over Germany and may want to test himself in a new country soon.

Manchester City winger Savinho could push for Tottenham Hotspur move

Football Insider report that City winger Savinho could ‘push’ for a move to Tottenham Hotspur this winter. The Brazilian was on Spurs’ radar this past summer. However, a switch down to London didn’t materialise in the end and he stayed put at the Etihad Stadium beyond the deadline.

Savinho, 21, gives Pep Guardiola another option on the wing. He isn’t always guaranteed a starting position though and he may fancy his chances of minutes at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Thomas Frank left Brentford to take over back in June after catching the eye with Brentford.

The 3AM Verdict: Savinho will want to be getting as much game time as possible at this stage of his career. He is still a useful player to have in and around the squad for Manchester City. However, he is likely to get more of an opportunity with Spurs which may turn his head. He wouldn’t be a bad addition for Thomas Frank’s side at all if it happened and at the age of just 21 still, he still has plenty of years left ahead of him.