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Tottenham Hotspur are showing interest in midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.

His ‘stellar performances have put Tottenham on notice’ following an impressive start to life in Belgium.

The Spurs target joined Club Brugge this summer and has become a mainstay in the side domestically and in the Champions League.

The 20-year-old is naturally a gritty, tough-tackling defensive midfielder who can take on a more box-to-box role.

Stankovic is sturdy in the air and solid on the ground.

The son of former Inter Milan legend Dejan Stankovic, he is also technically sound, showing a good understanding of the game.

During his successful loan spell with Luzern last term, he demonstrated a knack for scoring free kicks.

However, Spurs are not alone in the race for his signature. Inter have two buyback clauses inserted in his deal and are considering triggering one.

Newcastle have also been put on notice, and with the youngster continuously impressing, expect more clubs to enter the frame for his signature.

Tottenham desperately needed a midfielder of Stankovic’s ilk last summer before signing Joao Palhinha on loan.

While Palhinha does fill the role with aplomb, he is 30 years old, and Spurs need a younger understudy to take the mantle when he is unable to play.

Stankovic’s arrival would also have serious implications for Yves Bissouma’s future in North London.

The Malian was initially expected to rotate with Palhinha, but his form collapsed last season, producing a string of calamitous displays.

He received a clean slate under the new Spurs boss, Thomas Frank, yet irritated the manager by arriving late to meetings.

Injuries have since derailed his campaign, and there is a growing sense within the club that he will be moved on next summer.

Stankovic, with his discipline, tenacity and tactical maturity, profiles as the ideal replacement and a natural understudy to Palhinha.

His signing would effectively signal the end of Bissouma’s Tottenham career, while giving Tottenham a long-term solution in the heart of midfield.

Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo ahead of the winter transfer window, according to Sky Sports.

Spurs wanted to sign the 25-year-old Ghana international last summer, but snapped up Mohammed Kudus instead.

Semenyo has since signed a new five-year deal with the Cherries, but Spurs are looking to sign another forward in January.

He bagged 13 goals and seven assists in 42 appearances last season and has added six goals and three assists in 11 Premier League games this term.

Spurs are not the only club keen on securing his services. Liverpool and Manchester City are also monitoring his situation.

He is expected to leave the Cherries, but luring him away halfway through the season could prove tricky as the club have started the season on a solid note under manager Andoni Iraola.

Tottenham and other suitors may need to wait until the summer to have a realistic chance of signing him.

However, nothing can be ruled out as Ghana’s failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations makes Semenyo more attractive to interested clubs.

Spurs are aiming for a top-five finish in the Premier League and are eyeing more major silverware this term after winning the Europa League last season.

They need to strengthen their squad to boost their chances, and signing Semenyo would be a step in the right direction.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall has returned to London, where he will continue rehabilitation after leaving Sweden’s training camp.

The Tottenham ace will not be available to play in the men’s national team’s next two matches.

Bergvall had suffered a concussion as Tottenham lost to Chelsea on November 1. National team manager Stefan Pettersson confirmed Bergvall’s setback during training.

He said (via SportBladet), “We had agreed with Tottenham’s doctor to do some tests during the week and then run at full speed so that Lucas would feel it properly.

“When there was a reaction, there was no hesitation. We don’t want to take any risks.”

The ‘intelligent‘ central midfielder already missed games against Manchester United and Copenhagen before the international break.

Spurs boss Thomas Frank will hope to have him ready for the derby against Arsenal on November 23, but it is unclear whether he will be fit to feature.

Tottenham have won just one of their last four games and desperately need to get back on track.

Frank needs all hands on deck when they face the table-toppers, and Bergvall would be a massive miss if he is not ready for the game.

He is a dynamic midfield option for Spurs, and carries a threat even when he comes off the bench.

The energetic engine room operator has emerged as a solid player since his switch to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Unfortunately, Tottenham are dealing with a raft of injuries again. Besides Bergvall, Randal Kolo Muani and Mohammed Kudus are sidelined.

Archie Gray, Yves Bissouma, Ben Davies and Kota Takai are also struggling with injuries.

Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison and Dominic Solanke are out for the foreseeable future due to long-term injuries.

Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a massive boost with Radu Dragusin nearing full fitness.

The club confirmed that the 23-year-old centre-back has taken a major step forward in his recovery after featuring for Tottenham in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Leyton Orient earlier today.

Dragusin got his first taste of action since suffering a serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury earlier this year and lasted 45 minutes on the pitch.

Having returned to full training in recent weeks, Dragusin’s comeback has been handled carefully by Tottenham’s medical staff.

After spending months on the sidelines, the Romanian international is now edging closer to full fitness, with the club keen to avoid any setbacks as he rebuilds his match sharpness.

Dragusin has taken part in Tottenham’s first team training over the past couple of weeks. However, the club’s relentless fixture schedule has made it difficult for him to slot back into sessions.

Manager Thomas Frank has had to balance recovery days and tactical preparations with Tottenham playing a match every three days, so finding a spot for Dragusin to fit in has been difficult.

However, the friendly fixture was a valuable opportunity for the defender to regain rhythm and confidence in a competitive setting.

During the upcoming international break, Dragusin is expected to join Romania’s squad for a brief training stint.

He isn’t expected to feature in their two World Cup qualifiers, but the short spell will allow him to continue his recovery in a familiar environment and ease back into full-speed football.

Both Tottenham and the Romanian national team believe it’s a smart move that will help the centre-back’s overall progress and get him back up to speed sooner rather than later.

Once he’s back in the capital, Dragusin will resume training at Hotspur Way ahead of Tottenham’s blockbuster North London derby clash with Arsenal in the Premier League on November 23.

West Ham United have enquired about signing Tottenham Hotspur ace Manor Solomon in January, according to El Periodico Mediterraneo.

The Hammers are scouring the market for attacking reinforcement and have eyes on the Spurs left-sided winger who is on loan at Villarreal.

He is unhappy in Spain, paving the way for West Ham to swoop for his signature.

He could return to Tottenham in the winter window following his uninspiring loan and join West Ham for the rest of the season.

West Ham find themselves in 18th place on the Premier League table and need reinforcement as they bid to climb out of the danger zone.

Solomon has emerged as a concrete option for the East London side after making just four La Liga appearances this term, netting once.

Last term, he had taken the Championship by storm, recording 10 goals and 12 assists to help Leeds United gain promotion.

However, Leeds did not make the deal permanent, and he returned to Spurs before heading out on loan.

Solomon would give West Ham another terrific option on the left wing, pushing Crysencio Summerville for a starting berth.

He is an ‘outstanding’ option to have on the flank for Hammers boss Nuno Espirito Santo.

If Solomon can rediscover the blistering form he showed at Leeds, he could be a fantastic pick-up for West Ham.

The Hammers are crying out for direct, powerful players who can drive at defenders and create chances from nothing, qualities Solomon brings in abundance.

His pace, dribbling, and end product would add a much-needed spark to a side that has often looked one-dimensional in attack.

Under Nuno, he could rediscover his confidence and rhythm, especially with a regular run of games.

West Ham’s survival hopes hinge on their ability to inject energy and purpose into the final third.

Solomon could be exactly the kind of dynamic addition to help them turn their season around.

Tottenham Hotspur are ready to discuss an improved contract with Micky van de Ven’s representatives, according to Sky Sports.

The club want to hold on to the Netherlands international as clubs in England and Europe continue to monitor his situation.

Spurs signed Van de Ven for around €50 million on a six-year deal in 2023, and he has been one of their best players despite suffering a couple of injury setbacks.

Premier League clubs have taken note of his brilliant form and would love to lure him away from Tottenham.

Despite being a defender, Van de Ven has been impressive in the final third for the club, scoring six goals in 16 appearances this season.

He bagged a Puskas contender last week after making a box-to-box solo run to score the third goal in the 4-0 victory over Copenhagen in the Champions League.

Van de Ven has proven himself to be one of the most influential players at Spurs, and he deserves an improved contract.

He has featured in every Premier League and Champions League fixture this term and will hope to maintain his fitness after two injury-riddled seasons.

Van de Ven was a key player under Ange Postecoglou and has maintained his importance to the team under new manager Thomas Frank.

The 24-year-old is still a few years away from the peak of his career, and holding on to him for as long as possible is crucial for Tottenham.

Frank is looking to build a squad capable of challenging for silverware, and Van de Ven will play a massive role in his team if he is to achieve that.

Manchester United have been dealt a huge injury blow after striker Benjamin Sesko sustained a knock on his knee in the 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.

The Man United summer signing came on in the 58th minute but was unable to finish the match, leaving the pitch 30 minutes later after going down.

Sesko was chasing down a long ball at the time and did not collide with anyone, and the Red Devils will hope his injury is not serious.

However, a video clip which went viral on social media last night suggests the Man United striker might have sustained a serious injury.

Sesko was seen heavily limping, and he could be spending some time on the sidelines.

The 22-year-old has struggled to hit the ground running since moving to the Old Trafford club, and his knee injury could be a huge setback.

The Slovenian international did not need crutches to walk, but he is unlikely to be available for selection when the Red Devils host Everton after the international break on November 24.

Man United manager Ruben Amorim started the game with Matheus Cunha leading his attack, and the Brazilian could continue in the role against the Toffees.

Sesko has bagged two goals and one assist in 12 appearances for the Red Devils, and he missed two good chances against Tottenham.

He will be eager to return to the pitch after the break, and having him around sooner rather than later will come in handy despite his form in front of goal.

Man United have won three and drawn two of their last five Premier League games, and they will look to maintain their run when action resumes after the break.

Tottenham Hotspur striker Randal Kolo Muani will undergo a medical examination on Sunday following a blow to his jaw against Manchester United today, according to journalist Fabrice Hawkins.

Spurs were held to a 2-2 draw by the Red Devils at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium earlier today. The Frenchman was substituted at half-time.

It is unknown whether the knock is a serious one, and Tottenham will have to wait until tomorrow before any decisions are made.

Kolo Muani has been invited to the France national team for their final World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine on November 13 and Azerbaijan three days later.

However, he could miss out on international duty if the tests confirm a serious injury.

The 26-year-old’s loan spell is not going as planned, as he has yet to score in eight appearances across all competitions for Spurs.

He weighed in with an assist as Tottenham demolished FC Copenhagen 4-0 in their Champions League encounter at home on Tuesday.

However, they want more from him, and an injury is the last thing he needs right now.

Spurs return to action on November 23 with a trip to Emirates Stadium to take on Arsenal, and manager Thomas Frank needs the Frenchman available.

Tottenham are already preparing to bolster their attack during the winter transfer window, with Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney and Juventus forward Jonathan David on their radar.

A final decision will only be made based on Kolo Muani’s form between now and the next transfer window.

Tottenham Hotspur are gearing up to headline Saturday’s Premier League fixture line-up as they welcome Manchester United to North London.

Spurs are looking to build on their emphatic 4-0 win against Danish powerhouse FC Copenhagen in the Champions League – a result that snapped their two-match losing streak.

Tottenham have struggled with consistency this season. They’ll head into Saturday’s blockbuster on the back of two wins from six games in all competitions (D1, L3).

Spurs have also won just two of their last six Premier League games (D2, L2) and are hoping to bounce back from a 1-0 defeat against Chelsea in the London derby.

Coming up against United is a daunting task considering the Red Devils have been on a comeback trail over the past few weeks.

While Tottenham will be determined to head into the international break with back-to-back wins in the bag, they’ll have to do so with an increasingly concerning number of players on the sidelines.

How Tottenham could line up

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank could be without up to 10 players for the game against United.

Spurs’ concerning injury list, combined with fixture congestion, could force the Danish manager to make at least four changes from the team that decimated Copenhagen in midweek.

Frank could make one change to his back five with Djed Spence coming in for Destiny Udogie, despite the Italian’s impressive performance in Europe.

Spence will likely link up with Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, and Pedro Porro in defence ahead of Guglielmo Vicario.

There could be further changes in the middle of the park, with Joao Palhinha returning to anchor the midfield alongside Rodrigo Bentancur and Pape Matar Sarr.

Xavi Simons was impressive in midweek and could retain his place while Mohammed Kudus returns to the starting XI, although his involvement hangs in the balance.

If the game comes too soon for the 25-year-old, Brennan Johnson will likely take his place while Richarlison leads the line ahead of Randal Kolo Muani.

The Brazilian had a chance to make it 5-0 from the spot in midweek but failed to convert from 12 yards.

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Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo will not feature against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday after picking up a knock in training, according to The Athletic.

The England international was not spotted with the Man United squad that travelled today, but the injury is not a serious one.

Mainoo has yet to start a Premier League game for the Red Devils this term, with all his seven appearances coming off the bench.

The 20-year-old started the Carabao Cup game against Grimsby Town, weighing in with an assist, but Man United head coach Ruben Amorim prefers others ahead of him in his main starting XI.

It is a huge blow for a player trying to force his way back into first-team reckoning, and he will be desperate to leave Man United for regular playing opportunities elsewhere in January.

Reports from earlier this week claim that his representatives are in talks with Napoli over a loan move ahead of the second half of 2025-26.

Mainoo believes playing under Napoli manager Antonio Conte can get the best out of him, and he will be hoping Man United will allow him to leave after holding on to him in the summer.

The Red Devils have won three and drawn one of their last four games, but their academy graduate has played just 38 minutes across those games.

Amorim is clearly not a fan of his style of play as it does not suit his system, and it makes sense for both parties to part ways temporarily or permanently in January.

Mainoo wants to prove himself at another club after breaking into the England national team at Man United.

Failure to secure a much-needed exit from his childhood club in the coming weeks means he will not be going to the World Cup next summer.