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Barcelona could reportedly move for Tottenham Hotspur's Pedro Porro this summer should Jules Kounde leave Camp Nou.

There is currently speculation surrounding Kounde's future, with Bayern Munich and Chelsea both believed to be keen to sign the France international this summer.

Barcelona would allegedly be willing to sell Kounde if they received an offer of £51m, and according to SPORT, Porro could arrive as the Frenchman's replacement.

The report claims that Barcelona have been highly impressed by Porro's performances at the 2026 World Cup, with the right-back in excellent form for Spain.

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Barca 'identify' Porro as Kounde replacement

However, a summer deal for the defender is viewed as complicated given that Tottenham view him as a vital player for the club moving forward.

Porro arrived at Tottenham from Sporting Lisbon in the summer of 2023, and he has represented the London club on 152 occasions, scoring 13 goals and registering 26 assists.

The 26-year-old scored twice and registered six assists in 47 appearances for Tottenham last season, including one goal and two assists in 34 Premier League matches.

Spurs had a difficult 2025-26 Premier League season, only narrowly avoiding relegation, and Porro would have been a certainty to leave this summer had Tottenham dropped into the Championship.

Porro has been one of the standout players at this summer's World Cup, scoring twice in five appearances for Spain, who will meet Argentina in Sunday's final.

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Could Real Madrid move for Porro?

There has also previously been claims that Real Madrid are keen on Porro, but Tottenham are in a strong position to keep hold of the defender.

Indeed, the Spaniard signed a new contract extension in June of this year, with his current deal due to run until the summer of 2031.

Real Madrid are not in the market for another right-back, having signed Denzel Dumfries, so there is highly unlikely to be a move to Bernabeu this summer.

Barcelona could step up their interest if Kounde moves on, but a lot would have to fall into place for Porro to join the Catalan giants during the current market.

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Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly turned down a £46m proposal for Lucas Bergvall from Newcastle United.

Last month, it was reported that Bergvall had informed Spurs of his desire to leave the club this summer.

The Sweden international wants to find a club that can offer him regular game time after settling for 17 starts in 33 competitive appearances last term.

Nottingham Forest have already shown interest in the 20-year-old, having failed with a £38m transfer offer.

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Spurs reject Newcastle's Bergvall transfer bid

According to Sky Sports News, Newcastle United are the latest club to table a bid for the midfielder.

The Magpies have had a £46m verbal offer rejected by Tottenham, who are reluctant to sell Bergvall despite being aware of his stance.

Spurs insist the player is not for sale this summer, although they have held discussions with Newcastle about the sort of fee it would take to soften their stance.

Having recently had their bid for Johan Manzambi hijacked by Aston Villa, Newcastle need to be wary of Forest's interest in Bergvall.

Despite failing with their initial proposal, Oliver Glasner's side are still in the race to sign a player who is under contract at Spurs

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Why are Newcastle keen to sign Bergvall?

Newcastle have already signed 18-year-old midfielder Sean Steur from Dutch giants Ajax.

However, they are still looking to bolster Eddie Howe's midfield options after selling Sandro Tonali to Tottenham this summer and seeing Bruno Guimaraes emerge as a target for Arsenal.

Tottenham Hotspur are focusing heavily on revamping their squad under head coach Roberto De Zerbi after a 17th-place finish in the 2025-26 Premier League campaign.

The North London outfit have already undergone a massive structural overhaul in defence and midfield, securing high-profile signings such as Sandro Tonali and Andy Robertson.

Spurs have also welcomed Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke, Martin Dubravka and Mateus Fernandes to the club to shore up their goalkeeping department, defence and midfield.

Attention has now firmly shifted toward restructuring De Zerbi's forward line as the Italian tactician aims to build a much more clinical attacking unit.

While England international Dominic Solanke is expected to be retained and the club are reportedly targeting Norway and Benfica star Andreas Schjelderup, the incoming changes have raised major questions about the long-term future of several current forwards.

Old Lady 'eye' Richarlison swoop but forward prefers England stay

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According to TEAMtalk, Serie A heavyweights Juventus have registered concrete interest in securing the services of versatile striker Richarlison.

The Italian giants are keen to bring the experienced Brazilian international to Turin to bolster their own continental ambitions ahead of next season.

However, sources close to the 29-year-old have emphasised that his clear preference is to remain in the Premier League.

The combative forward recently achieved a significant personal milestone by successfully obtaining British citizenship after embracing life in the United Kingdom completely.

This personal development has provided the player with immense domestic stability, making him highly reluctant to orchestrate a disruptive move abroad this summer.

Spurs maintain 'strict transfer stance' on outbound Richarlison sale

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Spurs are said to remain open to sanctioning a lucrative sale for the former Everton man if a compelling financial offer materialises over the coming weeks.

However, the Lilywhites will reportedly refuse to entertain any formal bids until they have successfully secured a high-quality replacement in the market.

De Zerbi's side are already tracking potential targets, with Bournemouth starlet Eli Junior Kroupi and free-agent striker Dusan Vlahovic heavily linked with moves to North London.

Richarlison's impressive work rate and tactical versatility ensure he remains a valuable squad option for depth unless a fresh No. 9 arrives.

Indeed, any potential departure to Italy will depend entirely on how quickly the Spurs recruitment team can navigate their own incoming forward business.

Roberto De Zerbi's comprehensive overhaul at Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly now targeting a World Cup 2026 star.

The North London side narrowly avoided relegation in the 2025-26 season, finishing 17th in the Premier League after a torrid campaign that saw three head coaches in the dugout.

The Italian tactician has primarily prioritised defensive and midfield acquisitions during the opening weeks of the window to shore up his unstable lines.

However, boardroom chiefs are now actively turning their attention toward reinforcing the squad's attacking options ahead of the upcoming Premier League campaign.

This structural shift follows the reported decision to reject a top-flight loan proposal from Ipswich Town for teenage forward Mikey Moore.

Spurs 'register interest' in Chelsea-linked winger

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According to Football Insider, Spurs have officially registered their interest in Benfica and Norway star Andreas Schjelderup.

The Lilywhites are one of several prominent Premier League clubs tracking the highly-rated 22-year-old winger this summer.

Chelsea-linked Schjelderup is reportedly reluctant to sign a new contract extension with the Primeira Liga giants, making a permanent departure highly probable.

De Zerbi is understood to be firmly in the market for a dynamic left-sided forward to inject unpredictability into his frontline.

The above source believes the versatile attacker perfectly ticks all the necessary tactical boxes required to thrive in the English top flight.

Winger shines for Norway during impressive World Cup campaign

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The talented playmaker thoroughly enjoyed a standout campaign for Benfica last term, registering 11 goals and six assists across 46 appearances.

Schjelderup subsequently translated that fine domestic form onto the international stage during a memorable World Cup run in North America.

The forward established himself as a regular starter for Norway, notably providing two crucial assists in a historic knockout victory over Brazil.

The wide attacker also found the back of the net against England before his nation suffered a heartbreaking quarter-final elimination.

With a current market valuation skyrocketing to around £43m, securing the Nordic prodigy would represent a major statement of intent for the North London outfit.

Tottenham Hotspur are wasting little time identifying their next attacking target after making significant progress elsewhere in the transfer market.

Roberto De Zerbi is keen to add more pace and creativity out wide, with Spurs continuing to explore several options ahead of the new season.

However, Fabrizio Romano has now made it clear who sits at the top of their wishlist.

Fabrizio Romano reveals Spurs top winger target

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Speaking on his YouTube channel, Fabrizio Romano dismissed speculation linking Tottenham with Napoli winger Antonio Vergara, insisting the Italian youngster has never been a genuine target.

Instead, Romano reaffirmed that Manchester City winger Savinho remains Spurs' priority.

"Don't forget that Tottenham want to sign Savinho. The player they want for the winger position is Savinho. So let's see what's gonna happen there."

The north Londoners attempted to sign the Brazil international last summer and were prepared to offer around £60 million, but City refused to sanction a sale before handing the 22-year-old a new six-year contract.

Romano has also previously reported that Savinho is Tottenham's next major transfer objective following the arrival of Sandro Tonali, with Spurs hoping a similar offer could prove successful this time around.

Savinho has already said yes to Tottenham transfer

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Perhaps the biggest encouragement for Spurs is that convincing the player does not appear to be the problem.

Savinho has already indicated he is willing to join Tottenham, believing he would play a far more prominent role in north London than he currently does at the Etihad Stadium.

That makes this transfer largely dependent on City's stance. If Enzo Maresca remains determined to keep the Brazilian, then Tottenham may once again find themselves frustrated despite having the player's approval.

From Spurs' perspective, though, the pursuit makes perfect sense. Savinho possesses the pace, dribbling ability and directness needed to thrive in De Zerbi's attacking system, while at 22, he still has plenty of room to develop.

The player has reportedly already said yes. Now Tottenham's challenge is persuading City to do the same.

If they can finally strike an agreement around the £60 million mark, Savinho would represent one of the standout signings of the Premier League summer window.

Arsenal continue to assess a number of elite attacking targets as Mikel Arteta looks to add another game-changing forward before the transfer window closes.

The Gunners are determined to build on last season's Premier League title triumph, with strengthening the frontline remaining one of the club's biggest priorities.

And rising AFC Bournemouth star Eli Junior Kroupi, who is also admired by Tottenham Hotspur, is still firmly on Arsenal's radar.

Arsenal remain keen on Eli Junior Kroupi

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According to transfer expert and journalist Ben Jacobs, the Cherries forward remains on Mikel Arteta's wishlist despite the Cherries hoping to keep the teenager for at least one more season.

Spurs are also understood to be in the race for the 19-year-old, while several other clubs across Europe are monitoring his progress following a remarkable breakthrough campaign.

Bournemouth are in a strong negotiating position and are believed to value Kroupi at around £100 million, making any move this summer extremely difficult.

The French youngster enhanced his growing reputation by becoming the first teenager since Robbie Keane in 1999/2000 to score 10 goals in his debut Premier League season, with former Bournemouth midfielder Joe Partington describing him as "one of the world's best teenage goalscorers."

He added: "He knows where the goal is. He's got an eye for it. He sniffs out chances. He's in the right place at the right time and he has the technique and conviction to take those chances."

The forward who makes the most sense for Arsenal right now

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Kroupi deserves to be on Arsenal's shortlist, but at £100 million and with Bournemouth determined to keep him for another year, he feels more like a target for 2027 than this summer.

The same applies, albeit for different reasons, to Julian Alvarez. Few strikers would improve Arsenal more, but his long-standing ambition to play for Barcelona makes a deal extremely complicated unless circumstances change dramatically.

Bradley Barcola would also be an outstanding addition, yet Paris Saint-Germain's valuation remains prohibitively high and shows little sign of softening.

That leaves Morgan Rogers as the standout candidate.

While arguably the most expensive option on the shortlist, the Aston Villa star offers Premier League experience, versatility across the front line and the physicality Arteta values so highly. And crucially, Villa's pursuit of Johan Manzambi could provide the Gunners with an opening if they decide to cash in on one of their biggest assets.

If Arsenal are prepared to push hard enough, Rogers feels like the most attainable elite signing of the four.

He would improve the first team immediately while still offering significant room for development, making him the transfer that arguably makes the most sense as Arteta looks to build a squad capable of retaining the Premier League title and challenging for the Champions League.

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Liverpool are continuing their search for a versatile defensive addition this summer, and according to Anfield Watch, Tottenham Hotspur's Djed Spence remains high on their list of targets.

The England international significantly enhanced his reputation during the World Cup, where he was a reliable and effective member of Thomas Tuchel's squad throughout the tournament.

His versatility and Premier League experience match the profile of player new boss Andoni Iraola is seeking to add this summer.

Liverpool's long-standing interest in Spence

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The Reds' interest in Spence is not new. According to Anfield Watch, Liverpool scouts watched him in detail during his loan spell at Rennes in 2023. They had originally travelled to observe then-emerging talent Desire Doue, but were sufficiently impressed by Spence's performances to pay close attention.

The way Spence handled himself against one of French football's biggest young talents left a strong impression on the scouting team. Although no formal offer followed at the time, Liverpool never stopped monitoring him.

Spence caught the attention of major clubs with his World Cup performances, featuring in all six of England's matches on their run to the semi-finals, starting twice and coming off the bench on four occasions.

He delivered a particularly strong display in the 2-1 quarter-final win over Norway, once again demonstrating his ability in one-on-one defending situations and his contribution to attacking transitions.

His pace, physical readiness and capacity to play across multiple defensive positions made him one of Tuchel's key tactical options throughout the tournament.

Tottenham are in no hurry to sell

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A potential deal will not be straightforward for Liverpool. Spurs are under no pressure to sell, Spence signed a new long-term contract with the club in August 2025, significantly strengthening their negotiating position. His outstanding World Cup displays are only likely to push his market value higher.

The football case is compelling. Iraola is looking for defenders capable of covering multiple positions without requiring a change of system, and in that respect, Spence is one of the more interesting players available. Alongside his versatility, he brings pace, Premier League experience and minimal adaptation risk.

The question now is whether Liverpool consider Spence to still represent value for money, or whether his World Cup stock has pushed his price beyond what the Reds are willing to pay.

French powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly keeping a realistic outlook on the future of highly rated winger Bradley Barcola.

The Liverpool Echo reports that the 23-year-old wide man is firmly in Liverpool's transfer sights as a prime alternative to Yan Diomande, who looks increasingly likely to join the Ligue 1 champions instead.

Barcola is understood to be highly receptive to a Premier League move after growing frustrated with a lack of regular starting opportunities in Paris.

Arsenal have also registered their interest in the French international, although the Gunners are currently prioritising a move for Aston Villa playmaker Morgan Rogers.

PSG would ideally prefer to retain the talented forward but could be tempted to sanction a sale if a club meets their substantial £130m valuation.

Wirtz urged to reunite with Alonso at Chelsea

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Former Liverpool striker Fernando Morientes has urged Florian Wirtz to consider a sensational summer move to Chelsea to reunite with Xabi Alonso.

The retired Spanish forward believes Wirtz has failed to find his best form at Anfield and would benefit enormously from an immediate change of scenery.

Morientes compared the situation to his own disappointing spell on Merseyside in 2005, where he struggled to adapt before reviving his career at Valencia.

"I quickly realised that maybe that wasn't the right place for me," Morientes said via The Liverpool Echo.

"I needed to find my best version, and I needed the team and the coach around me to suit my style too. I decided pretty quickly that I had to go and play for Valencia, because I felt that environment suited my characteristics better.

"And I wasn't wrong: I went to Valencia, started scoring again, felt comfortable, and even made it back into the national team."

Consequently, the former Spain striker believes the German international should quickly seek an exit if a suitable offer materialises.

Spurs 'reject' Ipswich Town loan offer for Moore

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Football Insider reports that Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly knocked back a formal loan approach from newly promoted Ipswich Town for teenage winger Mikey Moore.

The Tractor Boys submitted a season-long loan proposal for the 18-year-old starlet as they look to build a squad capable of surviving in the Premier League.

However, Spurs chiefs immediately rejected the offer as they do not want to send the highly rated forward to a side they expect to be embroiled in a relegation battle.

Despite the setback, North London remain fully committed to sanctioning another temporary departure for Moore to continue his developmental pathway this campaign.

Moore enjoyed an incredibly successful loan spell with Scottish giants Rangers last term, scoring seven goals and registering four assists across 47 appearances in all competitions.

The teenager's impressive underlying data in Glasgow is understood to have subsequently attracted concrete interest from Bundesliga heavyweights Borussia Dortmund and FC Koln, alongside Dutch powerhouse PSV Eindhoven.

The Eredivisie outfit are reportedly eager to insert an option to buy in any potential loan agreement, a condition that Spurs are highly unlikely to accept.

A return to Ibrox has also been touted throughout the summer, though a reunion with the Light Blues looks increasingly remote as the transfer window progresses.

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Manchester City have reportedly entered the race for Paris Saint-Germain winger Ibrahim Mbaye this summer.

The Citizens have signed four players since the departure of legendary manager Pep Guardiola and the arrival of new boss Enzo Maresca, including the club-record arrival of midfielder Elliot Anderson.

Young trio Jeremy Monga, Pierce Charles and Mathys Detourbet have also joined Man City, though the latter two have already departed on loan for the 2026-27 season.

Further reinforcements are expected at the Etihad Stadium and French news outlet Foot Mercato claims that Man City have added 18-year-old Mbaye to their shortlist of transfer targets.

The report adds that Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa have been tracking the winger for ‘several weeks’, while Bundesliga duo RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund have also been credited with an interest.

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Man City eyeing up transfer for PSG’s Mbaye

Mbaye has two years remaining on his contract at the Parc des Princes and is said to be ‘keen to leave the country’ in pursuit of a new challenge outside of France.

Born in Trappes, France, Mbaye joined PSG’s youth system at the age of 10 and made a notable impression at academy level before making his first-team debut under Luis Enrique in August 2024.

The youngster has since played 42 times for the Ligue 1 champions across all competitions, chipping in with four goals and four assists.

Mbaye became the youngest Frenchman to play in the FIFA Club World Cup and UEFA Super Cup in 2025, but the winger has since chosen to represent Senegal at international level.

He has been capped 15 times by the African nation since and including his debut in November 2025, and he featured in all four of their 2026 World Cup matches as Senegal reached the round of 32.

At the age of 18 and 142 days, Mbaye became the youngest African goalscorer in World Cup history with a strike against none other than France in a 3-1 group-stage loss last month.

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Mbaye in, Savinho or Marmoush out at Man City?

Man City’s interest in Mbaye comes at a time when speculation over the future of fellow winger Savinho is rife.

The Brazilian has been strongly linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur this summer, but there has been no progress in recent weeks from the North London club regarding a potential £60m deal.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero has reportedly been offered to Italian giants Inter Milan.

Romero is currently representing Argentina at the 2026 World Cup as speculation about his club future bubbles away in the background.

As per Fabrizio Romano, Romero will leave Tottenham before the end of the summer transfer window.

A summer exit would see the defender leave the club after making 156 competitive appearances during a five-year stay in north London.

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Inter offered chance to sign Romero

The same update claims that Romero has been offered to Inter as part of recent talks between the two clubs over a transfer involving Djed Spence.

The England full-back has recently emerged as a potential target for Christian Chivu's side, although he has also been linked with a switch to Everton.

Inter are also said to be keen on a possible move for Romero, although the costs involved could prove to be a stumbling block.

Barcelona are another major European club who have been credited with an interest in the centre-back, who looks set to leave the Premier League, whether it be Italy or Spain.

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Are Spurs equipped to cope with Romero exit?

Crucially for Tottenham, their early transfer business has put the club in a strong position to contend with Romero's expected departure.

They have already recruited Marcos Senesi on a free transfer from Bournemouth and Jan Paul van Hecke in a £52m deal from Brighton & Hove Albion.

The two centre-backs arrive with plenty of Premier League experience, which means they will need little time to adapt to their new surroundings.

As it stands, Spurs can also call upon Micky van de Ven, Kota Takai, Ashley Phillips and Ben Davies as their central defensive options.