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Rodrygo has been linked with a move to Tottenham this summer.

Tottenham have already bolstered their attacking output with the signing of Mohammed Kudus, and are looking to do the same with Rodrygo.

The Real Madrid star has been linked with a move to North London, with Daniel Levy trying to negotiate the fee for his exit down, which is currently believed to stand at around £78million.

It would be an ambitious swoop, but after the latest update on Son Heung-min, those attempts may be accelerated in the coming days and weeks.

LAFC ready to push for Son transfer

Son has been linked with an exit all summer, and MLS outfit LAFC have emerged as the potential landing spot for the 33-year-old forward.

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He isn’t likely to come cheap, and when taking his wages into account, Spurs would benefit financially from his exit, providing them with more ammunition to take into the battle for Rodrygo’s signature.

If Son does leave, they will need to replace him with someone capable of having the same influence over the next few years, and Rodrygo would certainly fit the bill for that.

At just 24 years old, the Brazilian still has years of development ahead of him, having already showcased his ability in La Liga.

If the move for Son gains traction, there is every chance that Tottenham start to accelerate their push to sign the Real Madrid star.

Rodrygo would transform Tottenham

Spurs have made some good additions over the last years, but very few, if any at all, have taken them to the next level.

Rodrygo would certainly do that, and while the initial price may seem high, Tottenham would be getting an elite forward who has another six years at the very top level in football, at the very least.

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

Luka Vuskovic has finally arrived at Tottenham this summer after spending the last two seasons out on loan.

The Lilywhites bought the Croatian defender from Hajduk Split back in 2023, but he has been unable to fully join up with the North Londoners until he turned 18.

Vuskovic is very highly rated at Spurs, and there have been plenty of discussions as to how he should be integrated into the first-team squad over the two years since he agreed to join.

Tottenham fans got their first glimpse of the centre back in the recent pre-season friendly against Reading, and they could be about to see a lot more of him as the season unfolds.

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Vuskovic to challenge for place after Frank makes pre-season decision

Vuskovic was hugely impressive in Spurs’ victory over Reading, as the starlet notched a goal and an assist within his first 10 minutes of action for his new club.

The youngster has had loan stints in the Polish Ekstraklasa and the Belgian Pro League in the last two seasons, and another loan move had potentially been on the cards.

However, Thomas Frank has now seemingly decided that he wants to cast his eye over him during his side’s preparations for the new Premier League campaign.

Ex-Spurs scout and Croatian football expert Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that Frank will be hopeful that Vuskovic can challenge for a starting spot, after handing him an opportunity in pre-season.

“Frank has never been afraid of using young players, and certainly giving them a chance,” King said.

“He has got two international central defenders in (Micky) Van de Ven and (Cristian) Romero, one has got tremendous pace, and one is a tough, rugged defender, and both attack the ball in the air.

“I think Vuskovic is going to be fortunate to get in the starting XI, but he certainly gives Spurs more depth.

“If Frank wants to have a look at him early on, and he certainly has, then he’ll want him to be challenging the two main centre halves.”

Vuskovic should get a chance ahead of Dragusin

Frank is set to have plenty of young centre back options available to him after Tottenham also signed Kota Takai earlier in the summer, and he may be inclined to hand Vuskovic opportunities ahead of someone like Radu Dragusin.

The Romanian has struggled to find consistency in North London and is still recovering from a serious injury, which could easily see him fall down the pecking order.

The former Brentford boss may see more benefit in handing the secondary minutes in the backline to someone like Vuskovic, who has huge potential to develop into a top-class defender.

Tottenham have been linked with some stellar names as they look to bolster their squad for the new season.

Mohammed Kudus has been the standout signing for Spurs, having arrived from West Ham for £55million.

In terms of outgoing, the Lilywhites have managed to hold on to Cristian Romero and Son Heung-min so far, while Yves Bissouma could leave.

Now, there has been another update on Morgan Gibbs-White, while Real Madrid’s Rodrygo has been the talk of Tottenham.

With speculation around several players, Tottenham News brings you the latest.

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Tottenham have clear Gibbs-White run after Man City update

It has been reported that Man City have no intention to rival Tottenham for the signing of the England international.

This is welcome news to the North London outfit, although there are several hoops to jump through before a deal can be struck.

Before the 2024/25 season had even finished, there was talk of Man City making a move for Nottingham Forest’s captain.

However, as the summer has developed, it is the Lilywhites who have been pursuing the 25-year-old, although there have been several snags.

While Spurs thought they had triggered Gibbs-White’s release clause, Forest have since reported them to the Premier League for an illegal approach.

Rodrygo linked with sensational Spurs transfer

The Real Madrid man faces an uncertain future in Spain amid the attacking options Xabi Alonso has at his disposal.

Furthermore, the Brazilian international was an unused substitute during Los Blancos’ 3-0 defeat to PSG in the FIFA Club World Cup.

While the forward has been linked with the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal, nothing has developed on that front.

Now, Tottenham are said to be interested in Rodrygo, while Bayern Munich and Chelsea are also reportedly keen.

The 24-year-old would be some acquisition for whichever club could land him, but Real would command a hefty fee.

On current evidence, Spurs are nowhere near done in the transfer market and are eyeing real talent.

However, it remains to be seen whether they can strike deals that will push them towards the top four.

Tottenham have added a new pre-season friendly against Wycombe Wanderers to their schedule.

Spurs announced that they are set to face League One side Wycombe at Hotspur Way in a behind-closed-doors friendly at 11 am on Saturday, 26 July, before travelling hours later to face Luton on the same day.

Thomas Frank explained via the official club website that he wanted to give his players more match minutes, hinting at two separate starting 11s for each fixture.

The double-header will give the Dane a better opportunity to assess his squad as Tottenham News predicts how the Lilywhites could line up.

James Maddison to return after recovering from injury

James Maddison has returned to training with the first team after recovering from the injury that saw him miss the latter stages of the UEFA Europa League campaign last season.

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Frank has already alluded to the importance of the attacking midfielder and may be keen to see him in action against Wycombe, behind his international colleague, Dominic Solanke.

Son Heung-min will stay at Spurs until after the pre-season tour, and could line up in his preferred position on the left, with Brennan Johnson given the nod on the opposite flank.

Rodrigo Bentancur and Pape Matar Sarr are expected to start in the centre of the park in a team that would look reminiscent of much of last season.

At the back, Cristian Romero and Kevin Danso may continue their partnership from Spurs’ 2-0 victory against Reading (19 July), while Pedro Porro and Ben Davies are predicted to complete the back four ahead of Guglielmo Vicario.

Yves Bissouma to miss out

Frank has five central midfielders in his Tottenham squad, and would need to sell one before making a move for Joao Palhinha as the 53-year-old looks to bring in a specialist number six this summer.

Yves Bissouma is the most likely to leave Spurs as he is in the final year of his contract with the North London club, and has failed to perform consistently since arriving from Brighton in June 2022.

The Mali international has also been embroiled in off-field issues during his time in N17, and has garnered interest from both Turkish and Italian clubs this summer.

Therefore, Bissouma is likely to miss out on a starting spot against both Wycombe and Luton this weekend.

Arnaud Kalimuendo has been linked to Tottenham in recent days.

The Rennes striker has shone in Ligue 1 and netted 17 times in the division last season.

As a result, interest in Kalimuendo is high, with the 23-year-old only having two years left on his contract.

Tottenham have been linked with Kalimuendo, with Thomas Frank showing no signs that he is ending Spurs’ spending spree this summer.

Now, the transfer saga has developed further as Spurs look to win the race for the striker’s signature.

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Rennes want £30.33m for Kalimuendo

Given the potential and talent of Kalimuendo, Rennes are not prepared to hand the striker over to Tottenham without a fight.

According to RMC Sport Mercato Foot (23 July), the Ligue 1 side are set to demand between £26 million and £30.33m for the 23-year-old.

Alongside Spurs, Nottingham Forest are also interested, with Villarreal and RB Leipzig remaining in the race.

Rennes have already begun preparing for a potential departure, as the Breton club eye potential replacements for Kalimuendo.

Now, it is up to Tottenham on whether they are willing to meet Rennes’ asking price for their star man.

Kalimuendo would be an excellent signing for Frank

For around £30m, Frank will not find a better striker this summer transfer window.

While Dominic Solanke is proving to be inconsistent at Tottenham, the Dane is in need of reinforcements up top.

At Rennes, Kalimuendo has proved to be a clinical striker for many years and finished as the third top scorer in Ligue 1 last season.

If Spurs can get this signing over the line, it would be transformative for the London club and would finally replace Harry Kane.

Hopefully, Frank makes an offer for Kalimuendo over the coming days to ensure that Tottenham beat their rivals to the signing.

Thomas Frank has some significant decisions to make on his Tottenham squad ahead of the new season.

The Lilywhites’ transfer activity has picked up pace, with Mohammed Kudus a key acquisition from West Ham.

However, several players within Frank’s squad have been mooted for an exit this summer.

Yves Bissouma has been heavily linked with a Spurs departure, and an update on Joao Palhinha could accelerate that.

Tottenham eyeing Palhinha as Bissouma linked with exit

Bissouma has expressed his desire to remain at Tottenham or in the Premier League as he continues to be linked with a move away from the North London club.

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The Malian international moved to the Lilywhites from Brighton in a deal worth £25million plus add-ons in 2022.

However, the 28-year-old has been inconsistent in central midfield, meaning Spurs are eyeing options in his position.

Tottenham have already been credited with interest in Palhinha, with the London club preferring a loan deal.

While the Lilywhites are monitoring the Portugal international’s situation, there is nothing concrete at this stage, according to Florian Plettenberg (23 July).

The Sky Sport Germany journalist says Spurs are interested and that Palhinha’s camp have been informed.

Furthermore, he reports that Bayern Munich are open to talks should suitable offers arrive for the 30-year-old.

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Palhinha would be upgrade on Bissouma

Tottenham certainly need to improve on the last campaign if they are to fight on all fronts next season.

Frank already possesses a squad brimming with talent, and if he can keep them all fit, then they should make substantial progress on last term.

However, the Dane needs upgrades, and Palhinha seems like he would be a better option than Bissouma.

The Portuguese has a wealth of honors to his name, having recently added the Bundesliga title to his collection.

Furthermore, when comparing the pair’s statistics from last season, Palhinha betters Bissouma in several key areas.

While the Spurs midfielder may not want to depart, his hand could be forced if the former Fulham enforcer returns to the capital.

Pape Matar Sarr will be hoping to feature prominently under Thomas Frank next season.

Sarr etched his name into Tottenham folklore with the all-important assist to Brennan Johnson’s winning goal in the Europa League final last season.

The central midfielder was already a key figure at Spurs, making more appearances for Ange Postecoglou (90) than any other player during the Australian’s tenure.

The Senegal international will hope to command the same faith from Thomas Frank, who will have key decisions to make about the 22-year-old.

Frank faces dilemma over Sarr’s position

There are seemingly very few characters more popular at Spurs than Sarr, who dedicated his summer to helping others in Senegal.

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His character and positivity will endear him to Frank, but the Dane will need to figure out how to best utilise the midfielder’s unique skill set.

Despite his relative youth, Sarr is an assured footballer, as evidenced by his performance in Tottenham’s pre-season friendly against Reading (19 July).

Sarr recorded an 88 per cent pass accuracy against the Royals, and lost possession 5 times, fewer than any other midfielder or forward in the starting line-up [Sofascore].

However, he hardly contributed going forward, failing to complete a cross or make a key pass, while only 33 per cent of his long balls reached their intended target.

Arguably, the youngster’s best quality is his seemingly inexhaustible engine and ability to drive with the ball, but those attributes rarely translate into direct goal-scoring contributions.

Defensively, the former Metz player’s statistics were equally underwhelming, contributing just one tackle and interception, and winning just one duel.

Frank has a dilemma regarding Sarr, as the midfielder lacks the physicality and defensive acumen necessary to play in a holding midfield role.

At the same time, he does not possess the same level of creativity and output as players like James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski further up the pitch.

This leaves his Danish coach with the task of coaching Sarr and finding the right system and position to elevate his qualities.

Frank focused on improving Spurs defensively

Frank’s primary focus so far during pre-season has been on fitness and defending, with the players being put through numerous defensive drills in training.

Tottenham’s Achilles Heel last season was conceding chances, especially in transition, which led to Spurs finishing the campaign with a negative goal difference in the Premier League.

The Lilywhites are still in the market for a designated number six, and with Cristian Romero looking more likely to stay in N17, Frank is hoping to create a much more solid and settled back line for next season.

This article includes exclusive comments from Football Espana editor and writer Ruaridh Barlow.

Tottenham have set their sights on Real Madrid star Rodrygo Goes, but a deal will not be easy.

Rodrygo could be headed for the exit door at the Bernabeu following the appointment of Xabi Alonso, and there is no shortage of interest.

Tottenham could be in the market for another attacker following the signing of Mohammed Kudus, and a left winger would significantly strengthen them.

While Rodrygo would be an outstanding signing for Spurs given his ability, potential and superstar status, a deal would be very difficult given the costs involved.

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Spurs unlikely to afford Rodrygo wage demands

Other Premier League sides, including Arsenal and Liverpool, have been linked with Rodrygo, and it appears that not only will a huge fee be necessary, but any interested party would have to offer him a massive contract.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, La Liga expert Ruaridh Barlow, editor of Football Espana, has explained that Rodrygo would command a salary north of £8.6million per year, with a pay cut absolutely not on the cards.

That would see Daniel Levy pay more than £166,000 a week.

“Rodrygo is reportedly on a £8.6m salary per year already, so they would probably need to pay more than that,” Barlow stated.

“If he leaves, it is partly because he wants to be the main man elsewhere, and taking a wage cut doesn’t fit with that.

“Given Tottenham have not been competing for titles in recent years, and their finishing position last season, the honest opinion is that Spurs would have to pay over the odds to convince Rodrygo of a move, especially if Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool are in the frame.”

Tottenham unlikely to sign Rodrygo

Given that Rodrygo would likely command a massive pay rise on his current contract, as well as a huge fee, the finances of any deal would likely be out of Tottenham’s reach.

Son-Heung Min has been linked with an exit, and cutting his wages off the books could make some space for Rodrygo, but it would still take a huge outlay to sign him.

There is also the added prospect of PSG or Liverpool coming in for him, and Spurs may wish to quickly move on to other targets rather than trying and likely failing to sign the Real Madrid star.

Tottenham have shown their willingness to back new head coach Thomas Frank this summer.

Mohammed Kudus was signed from West Ham in a deal worth around £55million, and Mathys Tel’s move from Bayern Munich was made permanent.

Spurs looked to have followed up the signings with a move for Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White after triggering a £60m release clause in his contract, but that signing has been thrown into doubt after Forest disputed the approach made to the player.

Frank will hope further signings follow nevertheless, with decision-makers at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium eyeing moves for Joao Palhinha and Adam Wharton.

Spurs attack ranks among most expensive

Frank’s options are also bolstered by what was an expensive two seasons of spending under Ange Postecoglou.

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The Australian’s arrival prompted well over £200m worth of signings in the 2023/24 season, a spree which involved the purchasing of players such as Brennan Johnson and James Maddison – a summer admittedly offset by the sale of Harry Kane to Bayern Munich.

And the following summer saw the arrival of Dominic Solanke, who was signed from Bournemouth in a deal worth around £65m.

It is fair to say that Frank will enjoy the fruits of some significant spending in North London, despite his task being to revive his team from a dismal Premier League campaign last season.

In fact, according to a list released by transfermarkt (22 July), Spurs have the third most expensive front three in the Premier League.

The list names Kudus, Solanke and Johnson as the three for the Lilywhites, amassing a collective expenditure of £158m.

Manchester United’s £70m signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, combined with the arrivals of Matheus Cunha and Rasmus Hojlund, places them first in the list with the fee of £196m.

Manchester City rank third with a £169m front three, while Premier League champions Liverpool rank down in sixth, with their three costing £119m – although that is yet to include the signing of Hugo Ekitike.

Frank under pressure

Frank will already be under pressure from the Tottenham hierarchy for a fast start to the Premier League season.

His appointment was made with a charge back towards European qualification in mind, and the Dane will hope his side hit the ground running.

But the huge cost of the Spurs team will only work to further intensify that pressure, with Frank unable to have any complaints about the backing he has received.

Archie Gray had to show maturity beyond his years at Tottenham last season.

The 19-year-old got his first taste of Premier League football last term, having joined the Lilywhites from Leeds United in the summer.

Gray received plenty of praise for the way he adapted in his debut Spurs campaign, as he was forced to play in countless different positions as a result of the injuries sustained across the rest of the squad.

The England U21 international will know that he didn’t have his finest year individually, but he has rightly been commended for the selfless role that he took up within the team.

Gray reacts as Spurs confirm Oliver Boast deal

Tottenham have been working hard to strengthen their academy ranks this summer, and they recently signed a former teammate of Gray in Max McFadden.

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Leeds has proven to be a fruitful place for Spurs’ scouts to explore in recent years, with Gray himself having come through at the West Yorkshire outfit.

The North Londoners have now swooped to take a young player from the Whites once again, with Oliver Boast having recently joined Spurs for a fee thought to be in the region of £1million.

The 16-year-old forward posted a message on his Instagram account (22 July) after his move to Tottenham was confirmed.

Boast wrote: “Delighted to sign COYS,” and Gray responded by commenting and saying: “Welcome mate congrats.”

Gray could be set for a big season at Spurs this year

Gray could be in line for a breakthrough season this time around, as Spurs transition into the Thomas Frank era.

The Danish boss showed during his time at Brentford that he isn’t afraid of handing opportunities to young players, and that could see the former Leeds man take on an even more important role within the side.

He is predominantly a right-back or centre midfielder by trade, but last season’s injury crisis was so extensive that he often found himself playing at centre half, which exposed his youthful nature to some extent.

This time around, with Frank keen to overhaul the options within the squad, Spurs should be better placed to play Gray in his preferred positions a lot more often.

The youngster is tipped to have a huge future ahead of him, and this could be the year when he properly announces himself in the Premier League.