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Tottenham Hotspur have identified Sebastian Kehl as the leading candidate as they look to appoint a new sporting director, according to Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club had both Fabio Paratici and Johan Lange as their sporting directors and are looking to replace the former following his departure at the end of the winter transfer window.

Spurs want Kehl to work with Lange as they eye a squad rebuild this summer, but the German has yet to make a decision.

The 46-year-old left Borussia Dortmund last month after almost four years as their sporting director, and his management skills are part of the qualities which have attracted Tottenham.

The North London club are fighting for their top-flight status following another underwhelming campaign, and it is unknown whether Kehl will be open to joining them should they get relegated.

Dortmund reached the final of the 2023-24 Champions League under his leadership and only lost the Bundesliga title to Bayern Munich due to goal difference in 2022-23.

Kehl knows his onions when it comes to building squads, and he could be a perfect appointment for Spurs.

They may need to stay up to convince him to join them, and they are unlikely to be the only club keen on him.

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has been tasked with keeping them in the Premier League, and he has only five games left to do so.

They came close to picking up all three points against Brighton & Hove Albion last time out, with a 95th-minute equaliser denying them their first Premier League win of 2026.

Spurs take on relegated Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday and would fancy their chances of getting a much-needed victory.

Tottenham Hotspur have expressed their interest in signing Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford in the summer transfer window.

They are preparing for life without Guglielmo Vicario, even if they survive relegation, and Trafford has emerged as a target.

However, Spurs are not the only ones keen on the England international, with Liverpool, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Newcastle United also interested.

The 23-year-old will consider his future in the summer after losing his starting spot to Gianluigi Donnarumma, but he will not be joining Tottenham if they drop into the Championship.

Man City manager Pep Guardiola claimed back in August that Trafford is ‘a strong man and huge personality‘. He will not be short of suitors in the summer.

He has made 14 appearances in all competitions this term, playing in all their League Cup games, culminating in a victory over Arsenal in the final.

Spurs need to retain their top-flight status to boost their chances of signing Trafford.

They are 18th in the Premier League table ahead of their final five games, two points off safety, and manager Roberto De Zerbi will pull out all the stops to ensure they stay up.

Tottenham are without a league win in 2026 and will have to pick up enough points in their remaining games against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Aston Villa, Leeds United, Chelsea and Everton.

A 95th-minute equaliser denied them all three points against Brighton & Hove Albion last Saturday, and they will fancy their chances of winning their next game this weekend.

Spurs can attract Trafford and other top players in the summer if they stay up, and De Zerbi will be desperate for a squad rebuild as he looks to improve their fortunes next term.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison was spotted walking with the team ahead of their game against Brighton & Hove Albion today, according to Spurs insider Szy Excl.

The Tottenham account and insider has recently become famous for breaking some major news about the North London side and the latest updates around the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club.

They have proven to be a trusted source concerning all things Spurs, recently revealing ahead of the likes of David Ornstein that the North London club are in advanced talks to sign Marcos Senesi.

They have also claimed this afternoon that Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi is set to start both Rodrigo Bentancur and Yves Bissouma against the Seagulls today.

It was reported a few days ago that Maddison could be around two weeks away from a return having not played all season, and Tottenham could do with him sooner rather than later.

A win today would be huge for Spurs and the Englishman could be introduced into the game if need be.

They are yet to win a Premier League in 2026 and De Zerbi needs his boys to step up today or risk getting relegated at the end of the season.

The likes of West Ham United and Nottingham Forest will be praying Tottenham lose given the fierce relegation battle on the cards, and Spurs cannot afford to sink further down today.

The game could prove to be the decider as far as their survival chances go, and the fans will hope the team is fired up and willing to give their all.

De Zerbi took his players out for a team-bonding meal on Wednesday night in his attempt to save them from relegation and change their mentality.

He wants his players to talk more and form a stronger bond heading into the remaining fixtures and will be looking forward to a reaction this evening.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison could be around two weeks away from a return to first-team action.

The Englishman was spotted in first-team training yesterday having been out of action for more than 200 day.

Maddison was stretchered off against Newcastle United in a club friendly last August, undergoing surgery afterwards for a knee injury.

Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi could do with Maddison heading into the final fixtures of the season as he looks to keep them up.

However, Tottenham are unlikely to rush him back into action despite their desperation to escape relegation.

It will be intriguing to see whether Maddison plays anytime soon for Spurs, but the team will concentrate on winning their game against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.

A defeat will move further away from safety and De Zerbi has been doing everything he can to get the best out of his players.

He reportedly took his players out for a team-bonding meal last night and is hoping they can form a stronger bond heading into the final six matches.

A win against the Seagulls will be huge and Maddison will hope to return sooner rather than later to help his teammates.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi took his players out for a team-bonding meal last night as he attempts to save the club from relegation, according to the Telegraph.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club suffered a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland on Sunday in the Italian’s first game in charge.

Spurs are 18th in the Premier League table heading into the final six games of the campaign, two points off 17th-place West Ham United.

They are back in action on Saturday when they host Brighton & Hove Albion, and De Zerbi knows his men could do with all three points.

The Tottenham boss wants his players to talk more and form a stronger bond heading into the remaining fixtures, and he took them and Spurs staff to the Bacchanalia restaurant in Mayfair.

He organised the meal himself and will hope it yields much-needed impact and result.

Igor Tudor also took the Spurs squad out for a meal in February, but it did not result in any improvement and De Zerbi will hope that is not the case this time.

He wants to change the mentality of his players going forward, and it has to happen sooner rather than later.

Beating Brighton will be huge for Tottenham, and it could be what the players need to click ahead of their remaining games.

However, it will be tricky given the form of the Seagulls so far.

Brighton have won five of their last six league games and Spurs have to put in a perfect performance to get any positive result.

It remains to be seen whether they have what it takes to survive the drop having not won a league game this year.

All eyes will be on them for the game as Brighton also need to win to boost their chances of playing European football next season.

Tottenham Hotspur are gearing up to face Sunderland in a must-win Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light on Sunday.

All eyes will be on new manager Roberto De Zerbi, who threw himself into the eye of the storm by agreeing to take the Tottenham job in the middle of a fierce relegation battle.

Tottenham players were reportedly excited by the prospect of playing under the Italian tactician even before his appointment was confirmed.

Fans will be hoping to finally get a taste of some new manager bounce as De Zerbi becomes the third boss to lead the club this season.

They have kicked off several new chapters this season, but each has ended in a nightmare, with Igor Tudor the most recent culprit.

He was in charge for just 44 days but oversaw just one win in his seven games (D1, L5).

Tudor seemed to finally be steering Tottenham in the right direction when a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Liverpool was followed by an inconsequential 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.

However, an embarrassing 3-0 defeat to fellow strugglers Nottingham Forest in a relegation six-pointer was the final nail in the coffin of the popular firefighter.

The onus of leading Tottenham to their first Premier League win in 2026 now falls on De Zerbi, who insists he will remain committed to the club even if he fails to keep them up.

West Ham United’s thumping 4-0 victory over Championship-bound basement club Wolverhampton Wanderers temporarily lifted them above Tottenham in the relegation battle.

However, if De Zerbi kicks off his tenure with a priceless victory, Tottenham could move up to 15th in the table, level on points with Leeds United but ahead on goal difference.

How Tottenham could line up

Antonin Kinsky may be the biggest winner from De Zerbi’s appointment. He is set to get a shot at redemption following his forgettable howler in the Champions League.

With Guglielmo Vicario battling a hernia, Kinsky will likely start in goal, behind Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven and Destiny Udogie in defence.

Archie Gray will partner with Joao Palhinha in the middle of the park, while Richarlison should start on the left flank.

He’s one goal away from reaching double digits in a fifth different Premier League campaign, which would make him only the second Brazilian to achieve that feat after ex-Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino.

Xavi Simons and Mathys Tel should form the rest of the supporting cast behind Dominic Solanke.

Predicted Tottenham starting XI

The agents of Bournemouth centre-back Marcos Senesi are in close contact with Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United.

Tottenham and Man United are expected to strengthen at the back in the summer, and the Cherries star has emerged as a transfer target.

Sensei is out of contract at the end of the season, and he is expected to leave Bournemouth.

However, the Red Devils and Spurs are not the only ones keen on the 28-year-old Argentine defender, with Chelsea also keeping tabs on him.

Senesi is set to choose his next club soon, but a move to Tottenham will largely depend on their Premier League status at the end of the season.

United are third in the league table after 31 games, and a victory over Leeds United on Monday will move them closer to clinching Champions League qualification for next season.

A move to Old Trafford could be more appealing to Senesi, and his experience would be a useful asset to the club.

Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt have struggled with injuries this term, and United need to ensure they have quality options available as they prepare to compete in four competitions next term.

Senesi fits the bill and has been a key player for Bournemouth this term, weighing in with four assists in 31 league matches and playing huge roles in wins over Liverpool, Spurs and Arsenal.

United’s next permanent manager will be crucial to their summer transfer plans.

More players will be linked with the Red Devils, and the fans will hope the club make the right decisions to boost their chances of winning silverware next season.

Tottenham Hotspur need a new centre-forward this summer and have been linked with a move for Moise Kean.

According to Calciomercato, ‘one of the names Roberto De Zerbi is interested in is Kean’. He would love to bring him to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

He reportedly has a €62 million release clause in his deal with Fiorentina, but they will let him go if Spurs offer around €50m.

Kean has enjoyed a renaissance since returning to Italy following some uninspiring spells in England and France.

The Italian international (26 caps, 13 goals) bagged 25 goals in 43 appearances last season, although his productivity has dropped this term.

Tottenham are preparing to lose Randal Kolo Muani this summer after an underwhelming loan spell, and Richarlison might follow him out of the exit door.

Spurs took a massive £65m punt on Dominic Solanke, but he has been a disappointment. The club needs a lethal striker to provide competition for the Englishman.

Tottenhma should steer clear of Kean

Kean is not the man Tottenham are looking for. The 26-year-old is currently short on confidence, and it makes no sense to sign him.

Hw has scored only eight goals in Serie A this term, a significant drop from his 19 last season. He has missed 18 big chances.

Kean struggled in the Premier League at Everton, notably failing to adapt to the English game’s physical demands.

His hold-up and link-up play was not up to scratch, forcing the Toffees to cash in. Tottenham cannot afford to make the same mistake.

Unfortunately, the transfer market is not filled with many young, reasonably priced 20-goal-a-season strikers, but Kean is not the way to go.

Benfica’s Vangelis Pavlidis should be on the Spurs transfer radar after another brilliant season in the Primeira Liga.

If they return from their long-term injuries before the end of the season, Samu Aghehowa and Joaquin Panichelli must also be considered.

Tottenham defender Luka Vuskovic has hinted at a return to the club once his season-long loan deal at Hamburg expires.

The 19-year-old has been a standout performer this term, recording the most goals, clearances, and aerial duels won of any centre-back in the Bundesliga.

Vuskovic has yet to feature for Spurs since his €11m switch from Hajduk Split last July, but the defender’s latest comments suggest his focus remains firmly on his parent club.

“In football, you never know,” Vuskovic told German outlet FAZ when asked about the possibility of returning to England.

“It could happen next year, or in ten years. I don’t want to promise anyone anything.

“After this season, I’ll be a Tottenham player again. I have a contract there until 2030.”

Vuskovic’s performances in Germany have not gone unnoticed, with the youngster quickly establishing himself as one of the most promising defenders in the division.

His composure on the ball, reading of the game, and aerial prowess have drawn praise from teammates and pundits alike, fuelling speculation about his long-term future.

Despite interest from several top European clubs, Vuskovic remains under contract at Tottenham until 2030, giving the North London outfit full control over his next move.

With new Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi known for giving opportunities to young players, the Croatian could be integrated into the first-team squad as early as next season.

However, much may depend on Tottenham’s defensive reshuffle this summer, with uncertainty surrounding the futures of several senior centre-backs. Should Vuskovic return to North London, he will hope to impress in pre-season and stake his claim for a regular role at the heart of the Spurs defence.

For now, though, the focus remains on finishing the campaign strongly with Hamburg, as the club pushes for a top-half finish in the Bundesliga.

Tottenham Hotspur could target Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen in the summer transfer window if they survive the relegation battle, according to talkSPORT.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club want a new goalie and the arrival of new Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi could help boost their chances of signing Verbruggen.

The Netherlands international played under the Italian when he was with the Seagulls and the Tottenham boss is a huge fan of the 23-year-old.

A reunion could now be on the cards but the Lilywhites have to keep their Premier League status first.

They are currently 17th in the Premier League table, a point and a place above the relegation zone, and De Zerbi has seven games to keep them up.

They could be in the bottom three before their next game against Sunderland on Sunderland with West Ham United playing Wolverhampton Wanderers on Friday.

A victory for the Hammers will see them leave the drop zone and take Spurs’ place, and starting his reign in the relegation zone could be a tougher challenge for their new boss.

He will be desperate to keep Tottenham up and simply has to hit the ground running to do so.

They take on Brighton, Wolves, Aston Villa, Leeds United, Chelsea and Everton after their game on Sunday and will need to be in fine form to win most of those games.

Spurs need most of their players to step up but a summer overhaul is expected no matter what happens at the end of the season.

Tottenham goalkeepers Guglielmo Vicario and Antonin Kinsky are likely to both move on in the summer, and Verbruggen could be a perfect option to man the goal going forward.

The Dutchman has established himself as one of the best in his position in the Premier League since joining Brighton from Anderlecht in 2023, and a move to Spurs to help a rebuild if they stay up could appeal to him.