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Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly in a battle with Manchester United and Arsenal over a deal to sign Athletic Club star Oihan Sancet, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.

Following James Maddison’s serious knee issue, the Lilywhites have decided to reinforce the creative midfield position this summer. Initially, they attempted to buy Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace.

However, after losing the race to Arsenal, they eventually decided to buy Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig. Chelsea were keen on the Dutchman, but Spurs won the race.

Simons has enjoyed a bright start to his life in the English capital, helping his side win the last two games in all competitions. He even registered an assist against West Ham United last weekend.

Now, Fichajes state that although Tottenham have enough firepower in their No.10 position, they are planning to add further depth to this position and have expressed their interest in Sancet following his recent promising performances.

However, purchasing the Spaniard won’t be straightforward for Thomas Frank’s side, as Arsenal, Man Utd, and Aston Villa are also considering making a move.

Battle

The Gunners are looking for a playmaker to complement Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard and have identified Sancet as the priority target. Mikel Arteta’s side are even ready to invest a significant amount of money to secure his service.

On the other hand, Man Utd have been monitoring the midfielder’s performances closely before making a potential swoop next summer. He still has seven years left in his current contract at San Mamés Stadium and has a £69m release clause.

Sancet is a CAM by trait but is also comfortable in the box-to-box role. He is excellent in the air, has the ability to chip in with some important goals, is efficient in creating opportunities for fellow attackers, and also works hard without possession.

He showcased his goal-scoring prowess for Athletic Club last term, scoring 17 goals and notching up three assists across all competitions.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly expressed a ‘strong interest’ in signing Sporting CP star Morten Hjulmand, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.

The 26-year-old has enjoyed a stellar time at Jose Alvalade Stadium since joining from Lecce a couple of years ago, winning two Liga Portugal titles and a Taca de Portugal trophy.

Moreover, he has established himself as the Lions’ captain. Having showcased his qualities in the Portuguese top-flight, the midfielder has secured his place in the Denmark national team.

Now, Fichajes state that Tottenham are willing to reinforce the engine room next year and have registered a serious interest in the former Lecce star. Thomas Frank believes his compatriot would be an ideal fit to play in his system.

Spurs are prepared to launch a formal proposal worth around £52m to seal the deal with his existing deal set to run until 2028. Sporting don’t want to part ways with their captain, but it would be difficult for them to keep hold of him should Tottenham eventually make a concrete approach.

Spurs have decided to reinforce the midfield department by signing former Sporting star João Palhinha on a loan deal this summer. He has had a solid start to this season.

Hjulmand to Tottenham

But considering he has already entered his 30s and Yves Bissouma has struggled to find regular game time under Frank, the Lilywhites have seemingly started exploring options to strengthen the midfield.

Hjulmand is a 6-foot-tall player and is comfortable with possession against high-pressing teams. Moreover, he is dynamic and efficient in defensive contributions. He is currently at the prime stage of his career, so this should be the right time for him to take the next step.

Hjulmand possesses the necessary attributes to flourish in the Premier League. So, he could be a shrewd acquisition for Tottenham. Manchester United have been linked with a move for Hjulmand since Ruben Amorim’s arrival as the new manager. However, United haven’t made a move, and Tottenham might be able to seal the deal if they move quickly.

Nevertheless, it is going to be interesting to see whether the North London club eventually make a formal approach to lure him away from the Jose Alvalade Stadium next summer.

Tottenham Hotspur are plotting a triple swoop on Monaco to sign Maghnes Akliouche, Vanderson and Lamine Camara, according to TBR Football.

Spurs were one of the most ambitious sides in the recently concluded summer transfer window. The club, under the now-departed Daniel Levy, carried out more than just a revamp — they made tactically fitting signings that align perfectly with Thomas Frank’s playing style.

Their summer activities are paying off, with the club winning three of their first four games and sitting third in the Premier League table. However, the rebuilding process isn’t finished yet, as they continue to monitor viable prospects to strengthen the squad further.

Their latest sojourn towards finding viable prospects took them to France, as TBR Football claims that Spurs’ scouts were in attendance at the Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps in Auxerre to watch Monaco’s trio of Akliouche, Vanderson and Camara during their 2-1 win over Auxerre on Saturday.

For Akliouche, who is valued at £38m by Transfermarkt, the report reveals that the France international winger was on Tottenham’s radar last summer and held internal talks before opting to sign Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig. The 23-year-old is now back on the club’s transfer list.

Triple raid

The report adds that Spurs are also keen on bolstering their right-back ranks and are now back in contention to sign Vanderson after considering a swoop to sign him in the summer.

At the same time, Pape Matar Sarr’s Senegalese teammate Camara is another target the club are keeping tabs on as a potential option in midfield.

Vanderson and Camara are key players for Adi Hütter and showcased their immense potential in front of Tottenham’s officials in the 2-1 win over Auxerre.

The Brazilian right back still has three years at the club, while the Senegal international’s contract at Stade Louis II will run out in 2029, so it won’t be easy pricing them away from the club, as Monaco will likely demand fees above their £17m and £19m Transfermarkt valuations, respectively.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly accelerated their efforts to sign Sevilla forward Ruben Vargas, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.

The Lilywhites have decided to reinforce the frontline by signing Xavi Simons, Mohammed Kudus, and Randal Kolo Muani this summer. The latter has joined on loan from Paris Saint-Germain on deadline day, with no option to buy included in the deal.

Kolo Muani isn’t ready to play yet as he wasn’t training with the PSG team during the pre-season. However, Simons started against West Ham United this weekend, helping his side win the game 3-0 by registering an assist.

Still, Fichajes state that Tottenham are planning to buy a new forward next year and have registered their interest in Vargas, having been impressed by his recent displays in La Liga.

Spurs have already stepped up efforts to seal the deal after following his development closely. Sevilla ideally don’t want to let him leave, but would be open to cashing-in should they receive a big proposal.

The player would be open to moving to the Premier League if Spurs make a formal approach. However, Aston Villa are in this race as well; therefore, finalising the move won’t be straightforward for Thomas Frank’s side.

Vargas to Tottenham

The 27-year-old moved to Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan from German side FC Augsburg in January, so he still has a contract until 2029 with the Spanish side.

Upon moving to La Liga last winter, Vargas made four goal contributions last term. This season, he has started promisingly, registering three assists in as many league appearances.

The Switzerland international is a versatile player as he is comfortable on the left flank and in the creative midfield position. He is a talented player and might be a useful acquisition for Tottenham, adding depth to their attack if they purchase him.

However, it is going to be interesting to see whether the North London club eventually make a concrete approach to secure his services in January or next summer.

Tottenham Hotspur are back in the Champions League after over two years, and host Villarreal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium tomorrow at 20:00 local time on matchday one of the competition’s league phase.

After picking up a 3-0 win over West Ham United at the weekend, Thomas Frank will look for a similar result on his own maiden game in the European Cup.

Here is a look at how the Lilywhites might feature against the Yellow Submarine.

Goalkeeper – Guglielmo Vicario is expected to start in between the sticks ahead of Antonin Kinsky.

Defenders – Villarreal are very dangerous on the break, so Frank is unlikely to ring in any changes at the back. Therefore, Pedro Porro and Djed Spence could start at right back and left back, respectively, whereas Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven are likely to be the Dane’s preferred pairing in the heart of the back four.

Richarlison to lead the line

Midfielders – Joao Palhinha has settled in positively at Tottenham Hotspur and could be in the starting eleven once more as the team’s number six, while even Pape Mata Sarr, who is in great form, could be in the team. Lucas Bergvall could have another chance from the word go too after scoring a goal and providing an assist at the weekend.

Forwards – Xavi Simons assisted his first goal for Tottenham Hotspur on his first start for the club against West Ham, and might get more minutes under his belt on the left wing. Mohammed Kudus is also likely to be given the nod over Brennan Johnson on the right flank. £60 million man Richarlison could return to the team, replacing Mathys Tel, to lead the line having not been fully fit in the weekend fixture.

Here is a look at Spurs’ potential line-up on paper.

Aston Villa have yet to win a Premier League game this season with two draws and two defeats in their first four outings, with the latest being a 0-0 stalemate against Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium last afternoon.

The Clarets have not been able to replicate last season’s form on the pitch and Unai Emery’s continuity as their head coach could come under scrutiny if the results don’t improve sooner rather than later.

While the immediate future is something for the board to take care of, Villa may be in more troubled waters as Caught Offside has reported that they may be ‘forced’ into selling Morgan Rogers with PSR woes likely to lead to play sales to balance accounts.

Rogers would by far be the player that would alleviate burden off Villa with a transfer fee ranging between £80 million and £100 million with Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur already showing an interest in luring him away.

Rogers sale possible next year

Morgan Rogers remains firmly within Aston Villa’s plans and they are not entertaining his sale unless circumstances compel them to do so, but the English international’s sale next year remains a strong possibility nonetheless.

Even though Tottenham Hotspur may not be as interested after signing Xavi Simons, Chelsea will look to go all-in on Rogers next summer as Enzo Maresca looks to sign a new number 10, a position he was unable to bolster in this summer’s transfer window.

Rogers himself might be keen on the transfer having spent a decent chunk of time at Villa Park, especially if they are unable to compete for any silverware this season and also fail to secure a berth in any European competition next season.

It will be interesting to see whether Aston Villa are able to pick up some crucial points and also do well on the continental stage this season, as progress on the pitch will go a long way in determining Morgan Rogers’ future at the club.

West Ham United welcome London neighbours Tottenham Hotspur on matchweek four of the Premier League on Saturday for a 5.30 pm kick-off at London Stadium and will be looking to claim their first home win of the 2025/26 campaign following an emphatic 3-0 win at Nottingham Forest before the international break.

One of the players whose contention for this clash remains contentious is Niclas Füllkrug, who is looking to open his account for the season after an improvement in his performances.

The former Borussia Dortmund striker returned early from international duty after picking up a calf injury, with the forward only able to take part in light training sessions.

The 32-year-old endured hamstring and Achilles setbacks throughout last season after completing his £27m switch from Dortmund, and while this fresh problem raised concerns, Graham Potter insists it is not a significant setback, though he remains a doubt for the clash with Tottenham.

Speaking during his pre-Tottenham press conference, the former Chelsea boss said, ‘He’s had a slight issue with his calf from international duty,’ Potter explained. ‘So he came back early. He’s trained lightly today, but we’ll see how he reacts.’

Injury update

Despite a productive pre-season, Füllkrug is still waiting to register his first goal of the campaign. His absence could present an opportunity for Callum Wilson, who found the net as a substitute in West Ham’s 3-0 victory over Forest.

The Hammers will now be hoping to replicate their strong away performance on home turf when they host Spurs at the London Stadium on Saturday evening.

Their emphatic 3-0 triumph away at Forest eased some of the mounting pressure on Potter, who will now be hoping his side can carry that momentum into the London derby.

However, heavy defeats against Sunderland and Chelsea in the opening weeks have left Potter under scrutiny, with Saturday’s clash still carrying significant weight for the former Brighton manager.

On a positive note, Soungoutou Magassa and Igor Julio are in line to make their debuts for the club, and the new arrivals will be eager to impress quickly in front of the home crowd, while Luis Guilherme remains sidelined until October after fracturing his collarbone in training.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keen on signing Manchester United target and Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.

Spurs started the new Premier League campaign impressively, winning the first two games against Burnley and Manchester City without conceding a goal. However, they entered the international break following a disappointing 1-0 defeat against AFC Bournemouth.

The Lilywhites were thoroughly outplayed by the Cherries and were fortunate not to lose the game by a larger margin. Now, Tottenham will return to action against West Ham United in the league this weekend.

The Hammers endured a woeful start to this season, losing the first two games against Sunderland and Chelsea by conceding eight goals combined. However, they enjoyed a brilliant 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest before the international break, so they are currently on a high note.

In the meantime, although the summer window has closed recently, it appears Tottenham have already started planning to reinforce the squad next year.

Fichajes state that Tottenham are showing a great interest in Gallagher and could make a concrete approach to secure his services in the upcoming winter transfer window.

Gallagher to Tottenham

Atletico Madrid might be open to letting the Englishman leave as he hasn’t been able to secure his place in Diego Simeone’s starting XI, and if Los Rojiblancos open the door for his departure, Spurs are ready to open negotiations over this deal immediately.

Man Utd were interested in Gallagher this summer and attempted to sign him, but a deal eventually didn’t come to fruition. Now, it remains to be seen whether they revive their interest in January.

The 25-year-old has a contract until 2029 at Estadio Metropolitano and is valued at around £35m by Transfermarkt. So, Atletico Madrid are in a strong position to demand a big fee for him.

Tottenham reinforced the midfield department by signing Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich this summer. But he has joined on a loan deal, and it is going to be interesting to see whether they sign him permanently next year.

Gallagher is a hardworking, dynamic midfielder and possesses the necessary attributes to flourish in the Premier League. He previously showcased glimpses of his qualities in the English top flight during his time with Crystal Palace and Chelsea.

So, he would be a shrewd acquisition for Tottenham should they eventually manage to purchase him in January.

Tottenham Hotspur suffered their first defeat of the Premier League season before the international break against Bournemouth at home but have the chance to bounce back on matchday four as they take on West Ham United at London Stadium.

Thomas Frank will be looking to compound the pressure on Graham Potter, who has won just one match in four attempts in all competitions since the start of the season, while Spurs will look to continue a run of generally good form under the Dane.

Here is a look at their potential starting eleven against their crosstown neighbours.

Goalkeeper – Guglielmo Vicario is expected to get the nod in between the sticks once more.

Defenders – Djed Spence was in fine form for Tottenham before the international break and after debuting for England earlier this week, he might be slotted back into the team at his club at left back. Pedro Porro, on the other hand, was not too busy in the international break, so he will be fresh to feature at right back.

Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven are also likely to keep their berths in the heart of Spurs’ defence.

Kudus to start once more

Midfielders – Joao Palhinha has emerged as a regular fixture under Thomas Frank after joining Tottenham Hotspur on loan from Bayern Munich, so he may be set to feature from the word go once again, while Rodrigo Bentancur could also have minutes from the first whistle. Pape Mata Sarr has been in fine form as well, and he could round off Spurs’ trio in the engine room.

Forwards – Brennan Johnson is expected to continue on the left wing, while £55 million summer signing Mohammed Kudus may also get the nod on the right side of attack. Richarlison has been playing very well too, and he could round off an unchanged team for Tottenham at London Stadium by leading the time.

Here is a look at how the Lilywhites may feature on paper.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly in a fierce competition with Premier League rivals over a deal to sign Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.

The Lilywhites have decided to reinforce the midfield department by signing Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich this summer. However, he has joined on a loan deal and Thomas Frank’s side have an option to make the move permanent next summer.

Apart from him, Spurs have Rodrigo Bentancur, Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, Yves Bissouma, and Pape Sarr as options for the engine room. So, on paper, they are bloated in this area; however, Gray and Bergvall are still very young and aren’t ready yet to play regularly at the highest level.

On the other hand, Bissouma was a key player under Ange Postecoglou over the last two seasons but has struggled to find game time under the new manager, Frank. He has even been linked with a move away in recent months.

So, the Danish boss is looking for a new midfielder. Fichajes state that Tottenham are planning to reinforce the engine room with a young and dynamic player and have earmarked Stiller as a serious option.

The German has a contract until 2028 at MHP Arena and has a £35m release clause. However, Stuttgart can buy the option by paying just over £1m, and if they eventually do that, it will complicate the negotiations for Tottenham to get the deal done.

Stiller to Tottenham

Meanwhile, Stiller’s recent impressive performances have attracted Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal as well, while Real Madrid are also in this race. So, the 24-year-old isn’t short of potential suitors.

Stiller is a technically gifted deep-lying playmaker, and Spurs don’t have many options at their disposal similar to him. Bentancur can do this job; as a result, they are heavily reliant on him to progress the ball through the middle.

However, the Uruguayan has struggled with fitness problems in recent years, so purchasing a new midfielder to support him would be the right decision, and Stiller could be a shrewd acquisition if they were to purchase him.

It is going to be interesting to see whether the North London club can eventually manage to lure him away from MHP Arena by defeating other clubs in this race.