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Tottenham are continuing to show an interest in signing Conor Gallagher.

The former Chelsea star has spent the last year in La Liga with Atletico Madrid, where he has become a key part of Diego Simeone’s plans.

Gallagher was linked with a move to Tottenham over the summer, and those suggestions have continued beyond the recent transfer deadline, with the interest seemingly mounting as we head towards January.

Thomas Frank added eight new signings to his squad in the summer, but there could yet be another string of incomings in N17 this winter.

This article includes exclusive comment from former Tottenham scout Bryan King.

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Conor Gallagher could get a five-year deal at Tottenham

Gallagher would be a significant investment for Tottenham if they can prize him away from the Spanish capital.

The England international made the switch to Spain for a fee of around £34million back in 2024, and Simeone and Co. would certainly be looking for at least a return on their initial investment.

The Lilywhites don’t seem to be deterred by the likely outlay for the 25-year-old, and it seems that they won’t view that as a barrier to a potential deal.

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that Gallagher could also have the offer of a bumper contract from the North Londoners if a deal does take place.

“I don’t understand why Tottenham never signed him from Chelsea in the first place,” King said.

“The management at Chelsea didn’t fancy him, and he’d only have had to go across London.

“He’s a good age, and he would be a great asset for Spurs.

“I think there would be a five-year contract waiting to happen for him at Tottenham.”

Conor Gallagher deal would offset Rodrigo Bentancur exit

Rodrigo Betancur is facing an uncertain future at Spurs as his contract continues to tick down towards its expiry date at the end of the season.

Atletico have been heavily linked with a move for the Uruguayan, and would be able to sign him on a pre-contract agreement in January.

If Spurs are unable to get the 28-year-old to pen renewed terms to prolong his stay, then a move for Gallagher would be a good way of offsetting his departure.

He is a more energetic and rangy midfielder than Bentancur, and that would suit Frank’s style of football particularly well.

Gallagher received criticism at times for his performances with Chelsea and England, but there is no doubt that he would be a good option for Spurs.

Thomas Frank has a secret weapon at Tottenham who is Jermain Defoe-approved.

Frank will be hoping for a win when Tottenham take on West Ham at the London Stadium on Saturday, 13 September.

After back-to-back wins in the Premier League, Spurs tasted defeat at home to Bournemouth. But with the international break over, the Dane will be looking to get back on track.

Despite the strong cavalry in the Lilywhites’ armoury, Defoe believes one player stands out.

Mohammed Kudus to take Tottenham to the ‘next-level’

Kudus will be hoping to impress for Tottenham when he returns to the London Stadium.

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When welcoming Tottenham, West Ham will be taking extra security measures, with Hammers fans still disappointed about how the right winger left.

But beyond the game on Saturday, former Spurs star Defoe believes that he can take the club to the ‘next level’.

Speaking to the iPaper on Friday, 12 September, he said: “He’s gone from West Ham to Tottenham and the West Ham fans aren’t happy because he’s a top player.

“He’s a match-winner and I still think he can go to the next level as well. I feel like he can do more.”

As a result, all eyes will be on Kudus to deliver the goods at Tottenham.

Tottenham may have signed Mohammed Kudus’ partner

Tottenham signed Randal Kolo Muani on loan from PSG on deadline day.

With the international break following the end of the window, Spurs supporters have been patiently awaiting his debut.

It has been suggested that Kolo Muani could start for Tottenham against West Ham, and there is a chance he could form a strong partnership with Kudus.

While Kudus excels on the right wing, he is also comfortable playing as a centre-forward or midfielder. On the other hand, the Frenchman is a mobile striker who often drifts across the frontline.

This presents the opportunity for both players to interchange throughout the game, which could add another level of dynamism to Frank’s tactical set-up. Opposition defenders will be confused about who to mark, while Spurs’ attacks will be more fluid.

As such, the Lilywhites could end up playing some beautiful football with Kolo Muani and Kudus both on the pitch.

Alfie Dorrington is one of the most highly rated young prospects at Tottenham.

The centre-back is tipped for a big future in N17, and he caught the eye during a loan stint in the Scottish Premiership last season with Aberdeen.

Tottenham loaned Dorrington back to the Dons this summer after his impressive spell last season, with Jimmy Thelin’s side having European football to contend with this term.

The Liylwhites opted to send the 20-year-old to Aberdeen despite receiving plenty of interest from elsewhere, and Thomas Frank and co. will now be concerned by the latest development.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Aberdeen omit Alfie Dorrington from UEFA Conference League squad

Tottenham have watched Dorrington be omitted from Aberdeen’s squad for the upcoming league phase of the UEFA Conference League in recent days.

The youngster has been in and out of the team in Premiership action so far in 2025/26, but played in both legs of their Europa League qualifying tie with FCSB.

However, Dorrington has since been left out of the squad for the main phase of UEFA’s third-tier European competition, in is a surprise turn of events from Spurs’ perspective.

Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – sees little sense in that decision, and expects the Dons to regret it later down the line.

“I just think, considering how well he did there last season, he was outstanding for Aberdeen last year,” Wenham said.

“So for him to have gone out on loan there again, a massive part of that must have been that European exposure. So for him to have been left out, I just find it very, very strange from Aberdeen’s part.

“I’m sure they’ll come to regret that decision when they see how well Dorrington plays in the Scottish Premiership.”

Tottenham should recall Alfie Dorrington in January

Tottenham could also have loaned Dorrington out to a Championship team this summer, and they will surely be wishing they had after Aberdeen’s snub.

With that in mind, the Lilywhites must be tempted to recall the defender in January, if that option is available to them.

There is little point in the starlet remaining in Scotland without that continental exposure, when he could be adapting to the physicality of men’s football in the English second tier.

Tottenham appear to have a huge talent on their hands in Luka Vuskovic.

The young centre-back arrived in North London this summer after turning 18 back in February, and with his move to the Lilywhites finally a reality, he has wasted no time in making a name for himself.

Vuskovic featured heavily in Spurs’ pre-season campaign, and turned in some excellent displays that had supporters raving about the possibility of seeing him in competitive first-team action this term.

His recent loan move to Hamburg means that they will have to wait a little while longer for that to happen, but the latest update regarding his progress in the Bundesliga will be music to the ears of Thomas Frank and Co.

Luka Vuskovic Hamburg praise will delight Tottenham

It has already become clear that Vuskovic has a huge future at Tottenham, but Spurs once again find themselves relying on a loan club to handle the starlet effectively this season.

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Hamburg are newly-promoted back to the top flight in Germany, but they are a massive club with a long and storied history, and that pressure of wearing their shirt should stand Vuskovic in good stead for his future at Spurs.

The Croatian is yet to make his debut for the Bundesliga side, but he has already received the sort of praise that will delight the management and supporters in N17.

Hamburg boss Merlin Polzin has delivered a glowing verdict on Vuskovic after he captained Croatia’s U21s side in the recent international break.

“Luka is an absolute leader in terms of his personality and his self-image,” he said, in quotes reported by Bild.

“He takes the lead. He defends with a naturalness and robustness that is good for us.”

The youngster’s physique is seeing him develop into a commanding and dominant defender, but the fact that he is showing such maturity in his mentality is a huge positive for Tottenham.

A poor attitude or outlook on the game can often hold back impressive young talents, but there is no sign of that whatsoever with Vuskovic.

Luka Vuskovic to take Radu Dragusin’s place next season

Radu Dragusin’s future at Tottenham is coming under scrutiny as he continues to work towards a return to full fitness, and it would be no surprise to see him lose his place in the pecking order to Vuskovic next term.

The Romanian was little more than a back-up option prior to his injury, and that is easily a role that Vuskovic will be capable of fulfilling next term.

He was already a relatively close statistical match for Dragusin last season as a 17-year-old, albeit at a weaker level of football.

If Vuskovic continues to develop well across his time in the Bundesliga, then it would be no surprise to see him return to North London and become the first replacement for the starting centre-back duo, which would surely put Dragusin in a difficult spot.

Why Tottenham will be ‘pleased’ Ange Postecoglou landed Nottingham Forest job

Ange Postecoglou is still adored by Tottenham supporters after delivering the Europa League trophy.

Postecoglou was recently announced as Nottingham Forest manager, taking over from former Spurs boss Nuno Espirito Santo.

The Australian’s first match will come at the Emirates Stadium as Forest take on Arsenal in the Premier League.

While it will be tough to watch the 60-year-old in a rival dugout, the Lilywhites may well be chuffed with his appointment.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Ange Postecoglou’s appointment benefits Tottenham financially

Some Forest supporters have voiced their discontent at Postecoglou’s arrival, referencing what unfolded last term.

However, if he starts with a win against the Gunners, then that will all be forgotten rather quickly.

Many will have been wondering if Spurs are still paying Postecoglou now that he has landed a new job.

However, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – does not believe so.

“I imagine Tottenham are no longer paying him any salary because he’s taken on another job in the same league,” Wenham said.

“People hear these headlines that when you get sacked, you get paid a certain amount of money, and it doesn’t really work like that. You normally get paid your normal salary until your contract runs out.

“So Tottenham as a club are probably quite pleased that he’s got another job straight away so soon after leaving Tottenham.”

What did Ange Postecoglou earn when he was sacked by Spurs?

When he was sacked in June, Postecoglou had two years remaining on his contract in North London.

Furthermore, it was reported that the former Celtic boss received compensation between £4-7million.

Postecoglou was also due £2m for winning the Europa League, which he achieved in his final game for the Lilywhites.

Now that he is managing Forest, Spurs should no longer be paying him, with the two teams set to meet in December.

Chelsea suffered back-to-back blows from Tottenham over the summer.

When fans think about Chelsea’s interactions with Spurs over the summer, Xavi Simons first comes to mind.

Tottenham signed Simons in the final days of the window, after Spurs missed out on Eberechi Eze and Morgan Gibbs-While. But before the Lilywhites, there was the Blues, who had agreed terms with the midfielder.

But Simons ended up transferring to Hotspur Way. However, before the Dutchman, Spurs swooped in to secure Kudus.

Mohammed Kudus favoured game time at Tottenham ahead of Chelsea

Tottenham signed Kudus from West Ham mid-way through the summer transfer window.

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The right winger was eager to join, proclaiming his love for the North London club upon his arrival. However, there was a moment where he could have joined Chelsea.

As reported by The Athletic on Friday, 12 September, Chelsea were interested in a move and even saw a £40million plus Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall swap deal rejected.

The Lilywhites were also keen on his signature and wanted assurances from Kudus, who was convinced he’d have more playing time at Spurs.

Ultimately, Chelsea did not show enough commitment to sign Kudus, who appreciated Tottenham’s determination to sign him. Kudus has since become one of Spurs’ best players, already assisting twice in the Premier League.

How much did Tottenham and Chelsea spend over the summer?

Tottenham and Chelsea both had eventful summers, with the Blues coming out on top between the two.

According to Sky Sports via X on 2 September, Chelsea spent £296.5m in the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, the Lilywhites spent £171.2m during the same period.

However, the two differ greatly in player sales. Spurs sold around £17m, while Chelsea received a massive £314.4m. This saw the Blues become one of the few clubs with a positive net spend of £17.9m. Meanwhile, Tottenham’s net spend was -£154.2m.

As a result, as has been the case these past couple of years, the Lilywhites need to bolster their player sales. But with Daniel Levy no longer chairman at Spurs, it seems the North London club has turned over a new leaf.

Harry Kane has been linked with a return to Tottenham consistently since he left in 2023.

The striker climbed to the top of the Lilywhites’ list of record goalscorers before departing to join Bayern Munich, where he has finally been able to claim the silverware that had escaped him for so long.

Kane has been tipped to return to Tottenham on several occasions within the last year or so, despite the success that he has enjoyed in the Bundesliga.

His record in Germany is simply staggering, but now Thomas Frank and Co. may get a huge chance to bring him back to N17.

This article includes exclusive comment from former Tottenham scout Bryan King.

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Harry Kane would be open to Tottenham move as Bayern Munich exit likely

Kane is a genuine legend at Tottenham, and they would surely jump at the chance to bring him back to his boyhood club.

That opportunity looks as though it could be about to arise in the near future, with German journalist Raphael Honigstein recently telling talkSPORT (via The Express) that Bayern are “braced” for him to leave before the end of his contract in 2027.

The frontman is now 32, and has hit a scarcely believable 82 goals in all competitions during the last two full campaigns with Bayern.

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that Kane would definitely be open to a return to N17 if the chance materialised.

“Without doubt (he’d be open to a return),” King said.

“He’s still a very respected name at Tottenham with supporters and people at the club, and he’s already repaid the money to Bayern Munich in shirt sales, media interest and sponsorships.

“I’m sure Spurs would get at least a year or two out of him, given the way that he’s kept himself.

“They could even pick the games for him to feature in if needs be. His business is in the box, and he does it very well.”

Harry Kane will want to chase Alan Shearer’s Premier League record

Kane built an incredible legacy at Tottenham, but there is still a major record in the Premier League that will surely be on his mind.

The England captain sits just 47 goals shy of Alan Shearer’s all-time Premier League goalscoring record, a remarkable tally of 260, which many thought would never be beaten.

His desire to move abroad was certainly admirable, but he is now running out of time to return to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium if he is to break that record.

Given Kane’s prolific nature in front of goal, that 47-goal gap could be bridged within two seasons, but he may not have too long left in his career.

It feels like now or never for both him and Spurs if they are to complete an emotional reunion, and both parties may never get a better opportunity than within the next 18 months.

Tottenham are undergoing a transitional period after the departure of executive chairman Daniel Levy.

Levy left his role at Spurs after 24 years of service and delivered a state-of-the-art stadium and two trophies during his tenure.

Venkatesham could have faced issues at Tottenham after the debacle involving Eberechi Eze, who signed for his former employer Arsenal.

Since Levy’s exit, Venkatesham has wasted no time in making appointments, with another one confirmed.

Tottenham appoint Kate Miller as club’s new chief communications officer

Earlier this week, Venkatesham raided former club Arsenal to appoint Adam Gardiner as their new chief marketing officer.

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However, Spurs’ chief executive has not stopped there and has made yet another appointment in North London.

That is because he has now appointed Miller as the Lilywhites’ new chief communications officer, according to the North London club’s website on 12 September.

“I’m thrilled to join the fantastic team at Tottenham Hotspur,” Miller said.

“Fresh from lifting European silverware and with a world-class stadium, inspired leadership, brilliant new managers across our men’s and women’s sides, and a Foundation doing incredible work in the community, the club is perfectly placed to build on its success. I can’t wait to get started and contribute to the journey ahead.”

Venkatesham added: “I’m delighted that Kate will be joining our Executive team as our Chief Communications Officer.

“She brings significant skills and experience which will help us in a number of areas including how we best communicate to our supporters and other audiences.”

Why are Spurs making so many changes after Daniel Levy’s exit?

While Levy’s exit may have come as a shock to some, it was likely planned for a significant amount of time.

From the outside, it always appeared that the 63-year-old was in charge, but now it seems that the Lilywhites are keen to spread responsibility.

Furthermore, there is a long-term plan to deliver on-field success at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, so necessary changes are being made.

It is likely that, as a result, there will be greater transparency about what happens behind the scenes, which should help the bond between club and supporters.

Indeed, now is the time for change, and there will probably be more in that regard over the coming months.

Tottenham is home to several committed players, but one duo stood out from the crowd under Ange Postecoglou.

Postecoglou was sacked by Tottenham despite leading them to the UEFA Europa League in his second season.

The Australian is a serial winner, but found the Premier League a tough nut to crack. As such, Tottenham replaced Postecoglou with Thomas Frank, who has already been praised for his efforts.

Postecoglou has since moved on from Tottenham to Nottingham Forest after taking over from Nuno Espirito Santo. But it seems two players he coached while in North London have had a lasting effect.

Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray praised for training efforts

Frank shocked fans when Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray started for Tottenham in their opening Premier League win over Burnley.

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While the two are highly-regarded among supporters, most were convinced that Joao Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur would start together following their impressive performance for Spurs in the UEFA Super Cup final.

It ended up being a welcome tactical change by the Dane, with the Lilywhites putting three past the Clarets’ defence. The dynamic duo have not only been praised for their recent performances.

Nick Montgomery, an assistant coach under Postecoglou who has followed him to Forest, recently pointed out their dedication during Tottenham training.

Speaking on the Training Ground Guru podcast on Thursday, 11 September, he said: “To work with them two players, I think people always ask what’s the biggest difference.

“For me, it’s always the mindset, it’s always the belief and obviously, the ability is one thing, but the attitude has to be spot on every day. You look at them two, and you’re always in the gym, always doing the extras, whether it’s training, you have to pull them off the training ground.

“I think looking at both of them two last season, playing 50-odd games each and winning the Europa League in the first season of Premier League football, it’s an amazing start for them and hopefully they continue to progress”

How many minutes have Bergvall and Gray played under Thomas Frank?

Starting a competitive match under Frank has been difficult. The Lilywhites have several talented players in most positions on the pitch.

Other than the win against Burnley, both Bergvall and Gray have started on the bench.

Both are considered important players at Tottenham. However, they will need to be exceptional in the minutes they have to become starters in North London.

Despite this, given their work ethic on the pitch and during training, both players could see their minutes increase throughout the season. Thus, with Spurs still competing in all competitions, Frank will need all the help he can get.

Ange Postecoglou is set for his first game back in management after leaving Tottenham this summer.

Postecoglou’s appointment at Nottingham Forest has been met with mixed reactions, given the popularity of Nuno Espirito Santo – another ex-Spurs boss – at the City Ground.

However, supporters of the East Midlands club will soon learn what the 60-year-old is all about.

Forest face Arsenal in the Premier League on Saturday, but how did the Australian fare against the Gunners while in charge of Spurs?

Ange Postecoglou never beat Arsenal while Tottenham boss

Postecoglou’s appointment by Forest has been questioned by many, given his style of play.

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However, Evangelos Marinakis clearly eyes trophy potential, and that has been echoed by the Australian.

While he will want to get off to the perfect start, it does not come much tougher than an away trip against Arsenal.

During his time as Spurs boss, Postecoglou endured a rotten time, earning just one point in four matches.

Despite suffering three losses, it is fair to say that the 60-year-old’s side were not steamrolled by the Gunners.

However, he will be desperate for a different narrative when he faces the North London club with his new side.

What is Nottingham Forest’s record vs Arsenal?

While Postecoglou has endured a tough time against the Gunners, Forest have not fared much better.

Forest held the North London club to a 0-0 draw at the City Ground when they last met.

Moreover, their last win against Arsenal came in a 1-0 win in May of 2023, thanks to a goal from Taiwo Awoniyi.

If he manages to bag all three points, then it should not take Forest supporters long to warm to their new boss.