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Marcus Rashford has emerged as a potential transfer target for Tottenham in recent weeks.

The England star revitalised himself during a loan stint at Aston Villa last season, and has been the subject of plenty of transfer speculation from around the Premier League this summer.

Tottenham are the latest side to eye a move for Rashford, who seemingly has no future with his boyhood club.

The forward is one of several players who have fallen badly out of favour with Ruben Amorim, and he seems destined to become a fall guy as the Portuguese boss looks to revamp his squad.

Man United allow Rashford to return late to pre-season training

Daniel Levy seems determined to supply Thomas Frank with a big-name signing this summer, and the Spurs chief now appears to have his eyes fixed firmly on Rashford.

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Rashford would need to take a pay cut to join Spurs, given his hefty wages at Old Trafford, but with the Red Devils desperate to get him off their own payroll, it could prove to be a deal that suits all parties.

Now, United are widely reported to have granted Rashford permission to return to pre-season training late.

Amorim’s squad are set to begin their preparations for the upcoming campaign on Monday (7 July), but Rashford is part of a group of five outcast stars who have been told they don’t need to return until later in July.

Rashford’s number 10 shirt has also been handed to Matheus Cunha, with Amorim and the club hierarchy doing everything they can to force their former academy graduate out of the door.

Tottenham must go all out to sign Rashford

It is clear that Levy wants to arm Frank with a strong squad, and he should be doing everything he can to land Rashford for the Dane.

United’s latest decision just serves to reinforce the idea that the attacker is among a number of players who they are desperate to sell, and should result in them being very open to negotiations with interested parties.

With that in mind, Spurs and Levy must be doing everything they can to bring Rashford to N17. United’s reluctance to keep him allows the Lilywhites the space to be creative in their offers, and it may be that a loan deal is the best course of action at the moment.

That would help to alleviate some of the concerns over Rashford’s wages in North London, but also still provide United with the chance to ship him out.

The fact that the 62-cap international would likely be some way behind the rest of the group in their pre-season preparations would be a source of minor frustration for Tottenham, but that shouldn’t put them off in their pursuit.

Cristian Romero has become an essential member of Tottenham’s backline, and his replacement will struggle to fill his boots.

Tottenham have been reluctant to part ways with Romero this summer, but the Argentine has his heart set on moving to Atletico Madrid.

The defender joined Spurs from Atalanta in 2022 and has gone on to form one of the Premier League’s best defensive duos alongside Micky van de Ven.

Injuries robbed Tottenham fans of seeing much of them together last season. But it now seems they will have to get used to a whole new partnership.

Tottenham to sign Koni De Winter as Romero replacement

Tottenham have been linked to Belgian centre-back Koni De Winter this summer.

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The defender has never set foot in the Premier League, but that could all change as Spurs look to battle it out for his signature.

As reported by the print edition of Mundo Deportivo (6 July, page 21), Romero has rejected an offer to become Tottenham’s highest-paid player, which has fuelled Atletico’s hopes of signing him.

The Argentina international has expressed an interest in playing in La Liga, and Spurs, aware of this interest, value Romero at £60million. However, the Spanish club are currently willing to offer around 47.5m in addition to variables.

This development has prompted Tottenham to seek his replacement and have already decided on Genoa’s De Winter for an amount that would reach £20.7m.

The 23-year-old impressed in Italy last season and could be a more affordable option for the North London club.

De Winter would be a good investment for Spurs

Tottenham should still sign De Winter this summer if Romero remains in North London.

The versatile defender can operate in multiple positions, including as a full-back on either side, central defender, defensive midfielder and even an offensive central midfielder.

He is a player who can score goals, netting three for Genoa during the 2024/25 season. This could allow Thomas Frank to line up in several different ways next season.

Furthermore, his versatility would make him an important rotational option.

Limited squad depth at Spurs was partly to blame for their catastrophic Premier League season. However, the addition of De Winter would mean Frank has options in the midfield and defence if injuries become a problem.

Therefore, a unique talent like this cannot and should not be ignored by Spurs this summer.

Tottenham look set to miss out on West Ham United’s Mohammad Kudus this summer.

Kudus, 24, has emerged as a top target for Spurs this summer, who are looking to bolster their squad ahead of Thomas Frank’s first season in charge.

The Ghanaian endured a frustrating season in East London last season, as the Hammers disappointed many expectations by finishing 14th.

Tottenham are not the only team interested in Kudus, with as many as six top clubs reportedly enquiring about the attacker’s services.

Chelsea to bid for Kudus once Arsenal deal for Noni Madueke is complete

Spurs are facing stiff competition from London rivals Chelsea in their race to sign Kudus.

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The Guardian is reporting that West Ham are expecting an offer from Chelsea for the Ghana international if Noni Madueke is sold to Arsenal.

Madueke, 23, has reportedly agreed personal terms with the Gunners, with Mikel Arteta’s side set to continue talks with Chelsea to finalise the deal.

West Ham would prefer not to sell Kudus to Tottenham, which has opened the door for the Blues to agree a deal with the Hammers.

Spurs have had an initial £50million bid turned down by West Ham, with the possibility of Spurs triggering the attacking midfielder’s reported £85m release clause not yet ruled out.

Kudus is prioritising a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tottenham will have to pay over the odds for Kudus

Kudus is a very talented player, and it’s clear as to why Spurs are hot in pursuit for his services.

However, the Ghanaian can be a frustrating player, as evidenced by his poor performance in the Premier League during the 2024/25 season.

Had this been a deal with other sides in England, it is likely that a bid close to Tottenham’s £50m would have been enough to get the deal done.

However, Spurs’ rivalry with the Hammers has complicated the deal, with the East London side favouring sending their star to fellow London rivals Chelsea, emphasising the hatred between the two teams.

If Thomas Frank wants Kudus as his main target this summer, Tottenham will need to pay well over the odds to complete this deal, it appears.

Tottenham have made a slow start to the summer transfer window.

Daniel Levy recently expressed his desire for Tottenham to win the UEFA Champions League and the Premier League. However, after several failed transfers, fans are questioning whether the 63-year-old’s dream can become a lived reality.

Indeed, defensive target Jarrad Branthwaite has signed a contract extension at Everton, while Tottenham will need to hold off signing Antoine Semenyo for now.

However, it looks as though a new transfer is close, and even if this isn’t a player who will lead Tottenham to glory right away, it could be an exciting addition for the future.

Tottenham to complete Oliver Boast signing ‘in days’

Tottenham have reportedly agreed a seven-figure fee with Leeds United to sign 16-year-old Oliver Boast this summer [Beren Cross]

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According to Lilywhite Rose via X on Monday (30 June), Boast was not present at the scholar signing at Tottenham on Sunday (29 June) as FA paperwork had not yet gone through.

It has been suggested that Boast will come in as Tottenham’s best striker in his age group, and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes the deal could be completed as soon as next week.

“I think that will probably be complete next week,” Wenham said.

“I’m not sure if Tottenham would officially announce the deal because of Boast’s age. It might just be one where he pops up on the website, or Leeds might announce it.

“However, it was a seven-figure fee, so perhaps it will be announced as that is a decent sum of money. From everything I’ve heard about Boast, he’s a phenomenal prospect.”

Tottenham have a clear path ahead

The development and the integration of youth players seems to be Spurs’ transfer policy moving forward.

This has only accelerated after Mikey Moore was introduced into the first team by Ange Postecoglou. Since his debut, the 17-year-old has already lifted the UEFA Europa League.

As a result, the success of Moore will only convince the club to continue developing their young players. While it may take time, Tottenham’s young core will ensure their success for years to come.

Tottenham are expected to come out on top against Liverpool as they prepare to welcome Fabian Otte to Hotspur Way.

Daniel Levy recently confirmed his desire to win the Premier League and UEFA Champions League. This has led to a huge summer shake-up with arrivals and departures occurring weekly.

Indeed, there seems to be a real shift in North London with Tottenham CEO Vinai Venkatesham naming football, fans and staff as his key priorities.

It is clear that winning on and off the pitch is the main objective at Spurs, and they have identified Otte as one person capable of making that dream a reality.

Tottenham to appoint Otte as new goalkeeper coach

After just one year as Liverpool’s head of first-team goalkeeper coaching, Tottenham are set to bring Otte to North London.

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As reported by the Lilywhite Rose on Saturday (5 July) via Instagram, Otte will be Spurs’ new goalkeeper coach.

It is understood that the 34-year-old is regarded highly in the game and only left Liverpool at the end of June. This is seen as a major coup by the North London club.

Levy will be hoping that Otte will help improve their defensive record in the Premier League next season. The Lilywhites conceded the fifth-most goals in the league in 2024/25, while Guglielmo Vicario kept three fewer clean sheets.

Tottenham must make some senior signings

While Tottenham have made several changes to their senior hierarchy, fans are becoming restless at the lack of senior signings.

Indeed, the North London club are believed to be interested in bringing several players to Hotspur Way this summer. However, other than Kōta Takai, who has been widely reported to be joining Spurs, the club has not advanced much in the summer window.

That is not to say that Tottenham have not been active. The Lilywhites have welcomed multiple youth players to their academy as they continue their plans to improve their young core.

Despite this, Spurs will need to strike a balance between youth and experience if they want to go far in the Champions League next season.

Therefore, Levy will need to invest in some senior signings this summer to compete for all trophies.

Thomas Frank is looking to offload players this summer to make space for new arrivals.

Tottenham officially have 31 senior players on their books, excluding younger members such as Mikey Moore and Luka Vušković.

Part of Frank’s remit is to identify which players he wishes to sell this summer to significantly slim down the squad ahead of bringing in new players to Hotspur Way.

While the Dane is yet to meet the whole squad as they slowly return from their breaks, he has identified one striker that he is willing to sell.

Rosario Central are pushing for Alejo Véliz to return

Alejo Veliz has struggled to make inroads at Tottenham, making just eight appearances for the Lilywhites in his debut season before being sent out on loan halfway through the campaign.

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The striker first went to Seville for six months before spending last season at Espanyol, but unfortunately, his fortunes did not improve in Spain.

Spurs are now prepared to take the hit and offload the 21-year-old they spent £13million on less than two years ago.

As reported by TycSports (5 July), Véliz’s former club Rosario Central are pushing for his return and have submitted a formal proposal to acquire 50 per cent of the striker’s contract.

To finalize the deal, the Argentinian club’s president and vice president have travelled to England to negotiate with Spurs’ directors.

Both parties would benefit from the deal, with Tottenham’s needs arguably greater as they can’t afford to keep out-of-favour players at the club, both financially and for morale, as they enter a new era.

Véliz a timely reminder of the change in Tottenham’s strategy

It could be argued that Véliz has all the necessary attributes to succeed at Spurs and just wasn’t given enough time to develop in North London.

The 21-year-old boasts the necessary physique to compete against Premier League opposition and possesses an accurate and powerful shot.

However, the step up to the English top flight was too high and can serve as a timely reminder to Spurs that their newfound focus on proven Premier League players is the right approach, regardless of the associated costs.

Sporting midfielder Morten Hjulmand has emerged as a target for Tottenham this summer.

Thomas Frank will be growing frustrated at the lack of transfer activity at Tottenham, despite links to countless players around Europe.

Many of those linked operate in midfield, and with Yves Bissouma potentially leaving, the need for reinforcements will only be amplified.

With that in mind, Spurs are said to be keeping an eye on Danish and Sporting midfielder Hjulmand, with an update emerging on his future.

Sporting aware of Hjulmand interest as Tottenham circle

Hjulmand’s reputation in European football has only grown in the last few years, with sensational performances for club and country.

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His ability has attracted interest this summer, with Tottenham one of the sides said to be interested in a deal, according to a report from the print edition of A BOLA (4 July, pg12).

Juventus and Inter are also keen on the midfielder, who is believed to have a release clause worth around £69million.

However, Sporting are said to be ready to offer him a new contract later in the season to reward his contributions and fend off any transfer interest.

Daniel Levy needs to get the chequebook out at Tottenham

There are some incredible players that Spurs have been linked with this summer, but Daniel Levy’s reluctance to spend big has Tottenham right at the back of the queue for their signature.

If Spurs are to start progressing, that needs to change, though it is looking as though player sales will be the way that they generate funds for the summer.

Tottenham have a massive few weeks ahead of them, and they need to be active in the market if they are to find success under Frank next season, with a Champions League campaign to attend to.

Tottenham are exploring potential fullback options and have been linked with Antonee Robinson.

Daniel Levy has been on the hunt for defensive reinforcements since the summer transfer window opened.

Destiny Udogie has been one of the best left-backs in the Premier League over the past two seasons, but injury issues have made it difficult to rely on the Italian. Meanwhile, Pedro Porro has been linked with a departure, and Djed Spence cannot hold the fort down alone.

As a result, Spurs are in the market for a fullback, and Robinson has emerged as an option.

Tottenham will hesitate to sign Robinson this summer

As reported by Paul O’Keefe, via The Inside Foreword (2 July), Robinson is a player on Tottenham’s radar.

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But the defender will not come cheap, and it has been suggested that Spurs will have to pay up to £50million to secure his services.

The 28-year-old has become a staple at Fulham over the years, and the Cottagers will not want to part with him after an encouraging season in the Premier League.

However, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes Spurs will not advance for Robinson.

“Robinson is an extremely talented player,” Wenham said.

“I’ve said multiple times that we need to stop worrying as a fanbase about where this player fits in, or what does this mean for that player?

“All the top clubs have multiple high-level players in every position. He would get plenty of game time. You only need to look at the injuries last season and the number of games we have next year.

“However, do I see it happening? Sadly not. I don’t think Tottenham will spend big money on a 28-year-old left-back when they already have Udogie. Manchester City would do it, Liverpool would do it, but I don’t think Tottenham will, as that’s now how they operate.”

Tottenham may not be able to rely on Udogie

Udogie is everything a manager would want in a fullback. He is defensively solid and will commit to a duel, but is comfortable carrying the ball forward.

However, the Italian has been plagued by injuries and has been injured for around 246 days since signing for Tottenham.

There is little point in having one of the best fullbacks in the league if he is mostly unavailable. Therefore, it would be worth recruiting a backup for the time being.

Tottenham captain Son Heung-min and former Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli could potentially link up this transfer window.

Daniel Levy wants to keep the forward at Spurs at least until the pre-season tour in Asia, but his future after that remains uncertain.

Son’s contract at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was extended by another season, but he may soon link up with Balotelli.

Los Angeles FC want Son and Balotelli transfer this summer

Los Angeles FC are eyeing Tottenham’s son and free agent Balotelli this summer, according to talkSPORT.

The news outlet reports (5 July) that the South Korea international is a potential target for the MLS outfit amid a realistic chance that the 32-year-old will leave North London.

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It’s been claimed that while the forward’s exit isn’t guaranteed, there’s a chance it could happen later in the ongoing transfer window.

LAFC are exploring several options after Olivier Giroud’s exit, with Balotelli one of them, and they could potentially get Son and the former Man City striker in the same team.

The 34-year-old Italian national most recently played for Genoa in Serie A but is now without a club.

Thomas Frank should demand Son replacement before Tottenham exit

Son has the right to make a decision on his Tottenham future after a decade of loyal service from him.

The South Korean forward cemented his legacy at the North London outfit when he won the Europa League title, ending the 17-year wait for a trophy in N17.

While the 32-year-old hasn’t been at his best in recent months, he still had an influence at Spurs, scoring 11 goals and providing 12 assists in all competitions last season.

Tottenham will need to replace Son adequately before deciding to sell him in the coming weeks, as the veteran forward has been the only reliable outlet up front for the North Londoners over the years.

Spurs struggled in the final third as Ange Postecoglou’s second campaign in charge didn’t go to plan in the Premier League.

Antoine Semenyo is on the North London outfit’s radar, but his recent contract extension at Bournemouth may indicate he won’t leave the Cherries for now.

Thomas Frank also looked to bring Bryan Mbeumo to Tottenham, but it looks like his heart is set on Manchester United.

Son’s situation in N17 will be one to keep an eye on, and it will be interesting to see who Spurs will replace him with if he were to leave.

Alfie Devine is part of a growing pack of young players vying for a place at Tottenham.

Devine spent last season on loan at Belgian side Westerlo alongside Luka Vušković, where he had a solid season, scoring six goals from attacking midfield.

The 20-year-old will now return to Spurs to stake his claim for a place in Thoms Frank’s first-team squad, but will have his work cut out as Tottenham are brimming with academy players in the same boat.

As such, plenty of departures are expected in North London this summer, both permanent and on loan, as Frank shapes his squad for the 2025/26 season.

Archie Baptiste signs for Middlesbrough after leaving Spurs

In stark contrast to Tottenham’s senior squad, the academy has seen plenty of movement, most recently with Max McFadden being picked up by Spurs after leaving Leeds.

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There have also been several outgoings, including Damola Ajayi joining Doncaster Rovers on loan, as well as the release of a handful of young players last month.

One of them was Archie Baptiste, who represented the Spurs Under-18s over 50 times but struggled to make the transition to Premier League 2, making only two substitute appearances last season.

The 19-year-old has already found a new home and was quickly snapped up by Middlesbrough, prompting him to post on Instagram (4 July) with the caption, “Buzzing to have signed for this club let’s get to work”.

Devine commented on the defender’s post with a ‘clapping hands’ emoji to congratulate his former teammate.

Devine will have work cut out to secure a place in the first team

As with any squad, Tottenham have varying depth in different positions, but attacking midfield is one where there is a lot of competition among the younger contingent.

Devine will be in direct competition with Jamie Donley, who will return to Hotspur Way on the back of an excellent loan spell with Leyton Orient in which he registered 19 direct goal contributions.

Another talent emerging from the ranks is Luca Williams-Barnett, who has just signed a new contract with Spurs and has already trained with the first team on numerous occasions, despite being only 16.

With James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski already in situ, Devine will have to go a long way in impressing Frank this summer to stand a chance of being in his long-term plans.