Tottenham are working hard behind the scenes to put a solid structure in place to support new manager Ange Postecoglou, and it certainly seems to be working if results on the pitch are anything to go by.

A key complaint among the Spurs fans over the last decade has been around the way the club recruits new players. For too long, too many big-money signings have failed to live up to expectations, and the squad has suffered as a result.

Now, in the wake of Fabio Paratici’s departure earlier this year, a new hierarchy has been developed at the club. Scott Munn is in as chief football officer, while Johan Lange began work as the new technical director at Spurs today.

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Rob Mackenzie will join Spurs next week

It was reported recently that Lange could be reunited with Rob Mackenzie, whom he worked with at Aston Villa (Football Insider).

Clearly, Lange works fast, as Matt Law has today reported that Mackenzie has left his post at Villa and will join Tottenham next week.

Law said: “Rob Mackenzie has left Aston Villa and will join Tottenham as chief scout next week – linking back up with Johan Lange, who has made the same move. Mackenzie has worked at Tottenham before in the past.”

Rob Mackenzie has left Aston Villa and will join Tottenham as chief scout next week – linking back up with Johan Lange, who has made the same move. Mackenzie has worked at Tottenham before in the past #thfc

— Matt Law (@Matt_Law_DT) November 1, 2023

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It’s very impressive that we have identified someone we want, and within a matter of days have made this happen. The partnership between Mackenzie and Lange should prove to be fruitful for us, and now I just hope they, and Postecoglou, are given the resources to succeed by the club.

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The Tottenham hierarchy has been going through a lot of changes of late, spearheaded by the appointment of Ange Postecoglou as manager during the summer.

The success the Australian has enjoyed so far, with an unbeaten start to the Premier League campaign taking the club to the top of the table, has stolen most of the headlines right now.

But, behind the scenes, there are plenty of other new faces taking the club in a positive direction. Since the departure of Fabio Paratici earlier this year, Spurs have needed executives to fill the void.

Scott Munn came in as Tottenham’s new chief football officer last month, while Johan Lange is set to take over as the club’s technical director this week after leaving his role at Aston Villa.

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Spurs want Rob Mackenzie (again)

Now, according to sources at Football Insider, the Lilywhites are once again looking at Aston Villa to supplement their recruitment roster.

Rob Mackenzie supported Lange at Villa as the Midlands club’s recruitment chief, and is now being headhunted by Tottenham. Mackenzie actually worked for Spurs previously, in an 18-month spell between 2015 and 2016.

But now, Tottenham are keen to bring him back and hope that reuniting Mackenzie with Lange will provide the same kind of success Villa have enjoyed in the transfer market since the former joined the club.

Spurs Web Opinion

Sure, Villa have made a few dodgy signings in the last couple of years, but on the whole, they recruit really well and that’s why they are flying right now. If we can get Mackenzie and Lange back together, then it makes a lot of sense to do so.

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Solomon’s arrival at Spurs this summer has gone a bit under the radar as it has been overshadowed by bigger-money acquisitions like James Maddison, Micky Van de Ven and Brennan Johnson.

However, the 24-year-old has certainly made a promising start to his career at the North London club, having forced himself into Ange Postecoglou’s starting eleven and delivering two impressive displays against Burnley and Sheffield United.

It was reported by The Athletic back in July that Solomon had his heart set on a move for Spurs this summer and rejected the chance to return to Fulham as well as an approach from Barcelona to seal the move to N17.

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 16: Manor Solomon of Tottenham Hotspur is challenged by Jayden Bogle of Sheffield United during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on September 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Manor Solomon rejected Aston Villa and Brighton

Y Net News have now claimed that Brighton and Hove Albion and Aston Villa also tried to sign the Israeli international during the summer transfer window.

However, it is explained that the pacy winger only ever had eyes on the Lilywhites and thus immediately rejected the approaches from the Seagulls and the Villans.

Spurs Web Opinion

One can see why Postecoglou really likes Solomon as he is quite aggressive and looks to take on his full-back one vs one at every opportunity, which is something that the likes of Kulusevski and Son do not do with regularity.

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Lenglet had been linked with a return to Tottenham for much of the summer on the back of his season-long loan spell at the North London club last season (AS via Sport Witness).

However, it was reported by Sport at the start of this week that Barcelona had thrown in the towel in their efforts to sell the Frenchman permanently to Spurs or to any other club.

The outlet explained that the Catalan giants were looking to loan out the centre-back as they were desperate to get his salary off their wage bill and it was subsequently revealed by Jijantes FC a couple of days ago that a move to Villa could open up as a possibility for the centre-back.

LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 20: Clement Lenglet of Tottenham Hotspur in the tunnel prior to the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Brentford FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on May 20, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Tottenham Hotspur FC/Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images)

Lenglet returning to PL but not to Tottenham

If Romano’s latest update is to be believed, Lenglet is now indeed on his way back to English football, with a move to Villa Park now on the offing for the player.

The journalist claimed that the West Midlands club have reached an agreement with Barca over a loan deal for the centre-back and have also agreed personal terms with the 28-year-old.

He added that the former Tottenham man will travel to England to have his medical alter today.

Clement Lenglet to Aston Villa, here we go! Agreement reached on loan deal as Lenglet will travel later today #AVFC

Negotiations revealed yesterday now set to be sealed, waiting for documents to be signed. Player already agreed. pic.twitter.com/mcvClghH4O

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 30, 2023

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Emery has seemingly signed Lenglet as cover for Pau Torres following the injury to Tyrone Mings. I do not think any Spurs fan would be too displeased at the club’s decision not to move for the Frenchman.

However, I do wonder what this means for Eric Dier’s and Davinson Sanchez’s futures as I think there is now a decent chance that one of the two remain at Spurs.

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Jijantes FC also reported that Lenglet could return to the Premier League this week, but not with Tottenham Hotspur.

Mundo Deportivo relayed earlier in the week that Clement Lenglet is now considering other options apart from Tottenham, with the centre-back even said to be open to a late switch to Saudi Arabia.

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The report stated that Tottenham have been at the front of the queue for Lenglet for much of the summer but have not been able to strike an agreement with Barcelona for the player’s transfer.

While other clubs are also said to be interested in the 28-year-old, the salary he currently earns at Camp Nou is said to be a deterrent for many of those teams. A move has thus been stalling for the Frenchman despite Barca’s desire to offload him.

Now it appears Aston Villa could enter the race for the French central defender after the injury to Tyrone Mings at the start of this season.

EXCL: Aston Villa weighing up a move for Clement Lenglet as option on the table for the final days of the window

There are multiple options available but Barcelona aware of Aston Villa interest, waiting for developments.

In any case, Barça feel sure that CL will leave. pic.twitter.com/DDNK4P5w1M

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 29, 2023

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I expect Tottenham to offload Sanchez and Tanganga over the coming days and bring in one decent centre-back. However, I do not think that player is likely to be Lenglet. The only way I can see Spurs making a late move for the Frenchman is if they are also successful in moving Eric Dier on.

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Heading into the final week of the transfer window, Lo Celso’s future continues to be the subject of much speculation, with both Barcelona and Real Betis mooted as destinations for the Argentine.

AS journalist Javi Miguel reported a few days ago that Xavi Hernandez had asked the Barcelona hierarchy to make one final attempt to sign the Spurs star following the injury sustained by Pedri.

Meanwhile, Rudy Galetti claimed on Thursday that Real Betis had made advances towards a late loan deal for Lo Celso, with Tottenham said to be insisting on adding an obligation to buy.

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Aston Villa are no longer in the Lo Celso race

The door seems to have been shut on one particular destination for the midfielder, with Football Insider now claiming that a move to Villa Park no longer appears to be an option for the player.

The report explains that Lo Celso was a favourite of Unai Emery, which is why the Villans showed interest in the player earlier this summer.

However, following the arrival of Nicolo Zaniolo on loan, it is alleged that the West Midlands club have now cooled their interest in the 27-year-old.

Spurs Web Opinion

As things stand, Lo Celso looks overwhelmingly likely to stay but things can change quite quickly in the final part of the transfer window.

If Tottenham can deal for Brennan Johnson over the line and they receive a lucrative offer for the Argentine, I can see the North London club being tempted to accept it.

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It is common knowledge that Tottenham are in the market for another attacker, after Harry Kane departed the club earlier this month to join German champions Bayern Munich.

So far, Spurs have been linked with younger talents like Brennan Johnson (Independent) and Wilfried Gnonto (LondonWorld), as well as strikers such as Gift Orban (CaughtOffside) and Elye Wahi (Foot Mercato).

All those names are fine players, but lack the experience of playing at the top level for club and country. That is something that cannot be said of Barcelona attacker, Ansu Fati.

The Catalan club apparently told Fati back in May that he was free to leave this summer amid interest from various Premier League sides (90 Min). More recently, it was suggested that the player himself was pushing for a move away from Barcelona (AS).

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Spurs and Aston Villa fight it out for Ansu Fati

Now, the talk surrounding Fati’s future has intensified. According to El Chiringuito journalist, Jose Alvarez Haya, the race for the Spaniard is between Tottenham and Aston Villa.

Apparently, Fati’s agent, Jorge Mendes, has been touting his client’s services to various clubs and it seems the Premier League pair are keen. Haya claims it will take €50m to secure Fati’s services.

Meanwhile, the latest edition of Marca (via Sport Witness) corroborated the claims that Fati could be on his way to England. However, with Barca desperate to reduce their wage bill, it is suggested the La Liga outfit could be willing to explore either a sale or a loan move.

Spurs Web Opinion

On his day, Ansu Fati is a phenomenal talent. However, his injury issues are a major concern and I just can’t see him being worth the money or the risk.

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The speculation over Dier’s future has intensified since the centre-back was left out of Tottenham’s matchday squad against Brentford by Ange Postecoglou.

It was reported by 90 min on Tuesday that teams have been alerted that the 29-year-old could be available at a cut-price fee, with the defender said to be attracting interest from the likes of Crystal Palace, Moncao, Celtic, Sporting Lisbon, Benfica and several other clubs.

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Football Insider subsequently suggested on Wednesday that Dier’s future could depend on the potential incomings at Tottenham, claiming that the defender could decide to leave if he is pushed further down the pecking order by the arrival of new defensive reinforcements.

Aston Villa could take a look at Eric Dier

Bailey believes that following the knee injury sustained by Tyrone Mings, which is expected to keep the 30-year-old out of action for a lengthy period (Daily Mail), Villa could turn to Dier as a potential replacement.

The journalist said on the Talking Transfers Podcast: “In terms of Mings, I think they will go into the central defender market now, maybe a loan somewhere. 

“I was thinking there, maybe Eric Dier could be an option there, It wouldn’t surprise me. Villa were looking at Aymeric Laporte before Pau Torres. Do they go down that route again? For Laporte or even Dier.”

Spurs Web Opinion

There is no doubt that Spurs will receive some late offers for Dier, and the North London club will likely be open to selling, given that the centre-back has just one year left on his contract.

The question is whether the 29-year-old would be open to leaving. I can see him wanting to stay and fight for his place.

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It was The Daily Mail who were the first to report on July 20 that Spurs are eyeing Luiz as a potential replacement for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who is expected to complete a move to Atletico Madrid over the coming weeks.

However, the publication stated that it was unclear whether Unai Emery would be willing to offload the Brazilian, who was a fixture in the club’s starting eleven last season.

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Luiz could now be available amid Tottenham links

Football Insider have now stated that Luiz could now be put on the shop window soon if Villa are able to secure Adams’ services.

It is explained that the Leeds star has a release clause of £20m-£25m in his contract, with the Villans said to be competition with Chelsea for the USA international’s signature.

The report states that if the Midlands club are successful in signing the 24-year-old, Luiz could be the one who makes way for the player this summer.

However, the publication adds that Tottenham are not the only ones after the midfielder, with Arsenal also alleged to hold an interest.

Spurs Web Opinion

Luiz would certainly be a very good replacement for Hojbjerg and would be an excellent cover for Bissouma in the number six role. However, I am convinced that Villa will let the Brazilian go cheaply irrespective of whether they are successful in their pursuit of Adams.

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With Amrabat having just one year left on his contract at the Artemio Franchi Stadium (Trasfermarkt), it is said that his future at the club is in doubt, but there is not yet any clarity on where the player will end up this summer.

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This is because, the ‘track’ that leads to Atletico Madrid has now allegedly ‘cooled down’, with the contacts between parties said to have frozen.

With the midfielder’s move to the La Liga club at a standstill for the last week, it is explained that Premier League clubs have now tested the waters over a deal for the player.

Spurs, Villa and Man Utd are keen on Amrabat

The publication states that Tottenham, Aston Villa, and Manchester United have all enquired about Amrabat’s availability but none of them have ‘sunk the blow’ as of yet.

Viola News add that Fiorentina have remained firm in their stance that it would take an offer of €30m (£25.7m) to lure away the Morocco international.

Spurs Web Opinion

While Amarabat was a good fit for Conte’s system, I am not convinced he would be as effective in a Postecoglou side.

Having said that Spurs might need to enter the market for another number six if Hojbjerg leaves, particularly if Ange is planning to use Skipp as an eight.

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It was The Daily Mail who first ran the story last week about Spurs eyeing Luiz as a potential replacement for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who is expected to complete a move to Atletico Madrid over the coming weeks.

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The Sun subsequently claimed Tottenham could have a competition to contend with from their North London rivals, Arsenal, for the Villa star’s signature.

It was revealed that Mikel Arteta’s men tried in vain to lure Luiz away from Villa Park last summer and could be about to try again this window.

Speaking on his YouTube channel a couple of days ago, Alasdair Gold expressed doubt over whether the Brazilian is a realistic target for Spurs, suggesting that Villa might demand an astronomical fee for the player.

Douglas Luiz may not even want a Spurs transfer

Taylor has now added that Luiz might not even view a move to the Lilywhites as a step up.

When asked about the speculation linking the Villa star with Tottenham and Arsenal, the journalist told GiveMeSport: “I think Tottenham will probably be the more likely suitors for him.

“Because at the moment, I don’t really envisage Arsenal having the kind of money to hand that Villa would require and obviously Hojbjerg is probably going to head to Atlético Madrid as well.

“But again, if you’re Douglas Luiz, do you trade Villa for Tottenham now, I don’t think that’s a clear upgrade if that’s the right word.

“I think Villa are certainly going to be better, if not competing with Spurs next season. So again, I’m not sure whether that’s a move that will happen, but we’ll have to wait and see.”

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There is no doubt that Villa would demand a very high fee for Luiz, given that he has three years left on his contract.

So, unless Spurs have an interesting idea up their sleeve, such as potentially offering Lo Celso as part of the deal, I do not think the 25-year-old is a realistic target this summer.

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Heading into the transfer window, it was clear that Spurs were in desperate need of reinforcements to the left side of central defence.

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However, despite a lot of speculation linking the likes of Micky van de Ven and Edmond Tapsoba with a move to N17 (GiveMeSport), the Lilywhites do not appear any closer to strengthening the position.

Another name who has been mooted as a target for Spurs is Laporte, with 90 min claiming last month that Manchester City are willing to sell the Spain international, who was said to be on Ange Postecoglou’s wishlist.

Spurs and Villa were expected to move for Laporte

However, things seem to have gone quiet on the Laporte front over recent weeks and Bailey has now offered a reason why that could be the case.

The journalist said on Talking Transfers Podcast: “Laporte hasn’t found his move yet, there was the assumption that Villa or Spurs would really take him, they were really keen.

“But you go back to the idea of Premier League tax, he’s on such good wages, it’s so much more money than Pau Torres or Van de Ven and Tapsoba who Tottenham are looking at, I don’t know, is he another Saudi candidate?”

Spurs Web Opinion

Laporte is currently only on £120,000 per week at Manchester City, which both Spurs and Villa could easily afford within their current wage structures.

I suspect the two clubs have not moved for the centre-back because he made it clear that he only wants to join a Champions League club.  It remains to be seen if the 29-year-old would reconsider a move to Tottenham later in the window, now that it appears no other top club have come in for him.

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Earlier this week, we relayed a report from The Daily Mail, which claimed that Spurs are eyeing Luiz as a potential replacement for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who is expected to complete a move to Atletico Madrid over the coming weeks.

The report added that it is unclear if Unai Emery would be willing to let the Brazilian go, who was a fixture in his starting lineup last season.

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Arsenal could also enter the race for Luiz with Spurs

The Sun have now also backed up the claim that Luiz is seen by Tottenham as a potential replacement for Hojbjerg, stating that the Dane is not a natural fit for Ange Postecoglou’s style of play.

The report suggests, however, that Tottenham could have a competition to contend with from their North London rivals for the Villa star’s signature.

It is revealed that the Gunners tried in vain to prize away Luiz from Villa Park last summer and could be about to try again to sign the 26-year-old this window.

Spurs Web Opinion

I do get the feeling that Conor Gallagher is Postecoglou’s top target for the central midfield role but I believe that Luiz might be a better fit for the squad if we lose Hojbjerg as we do not have too many options apart from Bissouma for the number six role.

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With Hojbjerg’s future continuing to be the source of much speculation, several publications have suggested recently that Spurs are on the lookout for a replacement for the Dane.

Last week, we relayed an update from The Telegraph, which claimed that Spurs are considering making a move for Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher if the former Southampton man leaves.

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Douglas Luiz emerges as a Tottenham target 

The Mail have now backed up Tottenham’s interest in Gallagher but they add that the North London club have also identified Luiz as a potential replacement for Hojbjerg.

The publication states that it is unclear whether Unai Emery would be open to cashing in on the Brazil international, who was a regular in his starting eleven last season.

The 25-year-old has three years left to run on his contract at Villa Park but the report does not specify what fee the Midlands club would expect for the player.

This is not the first time Luiz has been linked with a move to Spurs, with the Lilywhites thought to have explored a move for the midfielder during January of last year (The Mail).

Spurs Web Opinion

Among Luiz and Gallagher, the latter would be a much more lucrative option for Spurs, given that he is younger and homegrown.

However, it remains to be seen if Chelsea would be willing to sell the 23-year-old as Pochettino might fancy his chances of getting the best out of the youngster.

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All through June, multiple Italian publications named Tottenham as the front-runner to snap up Ibanez.

In fact, Romagiallorossa.it even claimed a couple of weeks ago that Roma sporting director Tiago Pinto had met with the Tottenham hierarchy to speak about the Brazilian.

Meanwhile, Leggo (26/06/23 via Corriere Giallorosso) suggested that Ben Davies could be used by Spurs in a swap deal to sign the 24-year-old 

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Villa enter the picture for Spurs-linked Ibanez

If Corriere dello Sport’s latest update is to be believed, Spurs now have a competition to contend with from Aston Villa for Ibanez.

The publication explains that Jose Mourinho’s men have to sell players before making moves to sign new ones, and have decided to cash in on the Brazil international, having already secured Evan Ndicka to bolster their backline.

It is revealed that Roma would not consider offers below the €25m-€30m (£21.4m-£25.7m) mark and the report states that such a fee would be well within the reach of the Villans.

In fact, Corriere dello Sport add that Unai Emery’s side are ready to present an offer for Ibanez in ‘the next few hours’.

Spurs Web Opinion

£20m-£25m is not a particularly high price, which is why Tottenham would have likely wrapped up a deal for Ibanez if he was anywhere near the top of Postecoglou’s wishlist.

For the moment, it appears as if Spurs are concentrating on the likes of Tapsoba, Van de Ven and Adarabioyo.

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It has been widely reported that signing a left-sided centre-back is a priority for Tottenham this summer, with the likes of Bayer Leverkusen’s Edmond Tapsoba and Wolfsburg’s Micky van de Ven being linked with a move to the North London club over recent days (Fabrizio Romano).

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It was previously reported by Football Transfers last month that Spurs could battle Aston Villa and Juventus for Torres this summer.

The publication claimed that the Lilywhites had an offer turned down for the Spaniard last summer and could reignite their pursuit of the player once again.

It was subsequently claimed by Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg last week that the Villarreal star had also been offered to Bayern Munich.

Aston Villa set to swoop for Spurs-linked Torres

COPE have now backed up the interest of Villa, Juve and Bayern in Torres but they make no mention of Tottenham.

The publication reveals that the centre-back’s release clause stands at €65m (£55.8m) and adds that the Midlands club are expected to begin negotiations with the La Liga side for the player over the coming days.

Spurs Web Opinion

There has been no indication over the last few weeks that Torres is anywhere near the top of Tottenham’s wishlist, with the North London club seemingly having turned their attention to other options.

It appears as if Tapsoba has now emerged as the Lilywhites’ top target for the left centre-back role.

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Reports of Spurs‘ interest in Sancho first appeared in The Daily Star (June 10), with the publication claiming that the Lilywhites were considering a £50m swoop for the wide-man.

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The publication asserted that Manchester United would be willing to part ways with the winger on the back of his underwhelming 2022-23 season, with the Red Devils said to value the player at around £60m.

Tottenham are not interested in Jadon Sancho

This information has now been backed up by Football Transfers, who say that Sancho has failed to impress Erik Ten Hag and that United are willing to sell him for £60m following the former Borussia Dortmund man’s tricky two-year spell in Manchester.

However, the publication asserts that there is no truth to reports of Spurs’ interest in the England international, claiming that the Villans are the ones who have expressed their keenness in the 23-year-old.

It is explained that Unai Emery’s men are not willing to pay £60m for Sancho and want to enter into negotiations with United in the hope of reaching a compromise.

Spurs Web Opinion

If Man Utd are willing to sell Sancho, I believe that Tottenham should do what is necessary to snap up the winger.

I believe the 23-year-old is someone who is worth breaking the bank for, given his age, his homegrown status, his high ceiling and his perfect fit for Postecoglou’s system.

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Maddison has been a star performer for Leicester City over the last two seasons but was unable to prevent the Foxes from being relegated to the Championship this year.

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It seems James Maddison will remain in the Premier League, however. The attacking midfielder’s impressive form has been enough to attract attention from a number of top-flight clubs.

Tottenham Hotspur have long held an interest in the player. We previously covered the fact that Maddison has been earmarked as a ‘priority’ for new Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou (Telegraph).

Despite this, Newcastle United have been mooted as the front runners for the 26-year-old’s signature (Sky Sports).

A report from Italian journalist Rudy Galetti also put forward Aston Villa‘s name as a possible destination for Maddison.

Parlour says Spurs are dying for player like Maddison

According to Ray Parlour in a recent appearance on talkSPORT (13/6/23 at 8:57 am), however, it is Tottenham Hotspur who would be the best fit for Maddison.

He said: “I would say that [James] Maddison would have more impact at Spurs wouldn’t he than Newcastle? I think Newcastle’s midfield is a lot stronger.

“[Rodrigo] Bentancur was out for quite a while and [Tottenham] missed him in central midfield. But, Maddison, they’re dying for a player like him at Spurs.”

Ally McCoist, also appearing on the show, added: “I don’t think they’ve replaced [Christian] Eriksen in that particular role.”

Spurs Web Opinion

In terms of game time and having an impact on the team, Maddison would certainly benefit more at Tottenham than he would at Newcastle.

You’d imagine he would start most games for us and would fit into our style of play really well, whereas he would be part of a rotation at Newcastle. 

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We covered a report from The Telegraph last week, which claimed that Maddison has emerged as a ‘priority target’ for Ange Postecoglou and the North London club are ready to push ahead with a move for the attacking midfielder.

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This was followed by a report in The Daily Star over the weekend, which claimed that the Lilywhites had already launched an opening offer of £40m for the Leicester City star.

It has widely been reported over the last few days that Tottenham’s main competitors for Maddison’s signature are Newcastle, with Sky Sports even suggesting on Monday that the Magpies had moved ahead of Spurs in the race for the midfielder’s signature.

Third horse enters the race for James Maddison

If Galetti’s latest update is to be believed, Spurs might also have a competition to contend with from Aston Villa for the England international’s services.

The journalist revealed that Villa are alert to Maddison’s situation, adding that Newcastle remain in talks with the player while Tottenham could ‘take some concrete steps soon’.

Spurs Web Opinion

There is no doubt that Tottenham would be a much more attractive destination for Maddison than Villa, even though Unai Emery’s side are in the Europa Conference League.

The challenge for Spurs would be in convincing the 26-year-old to join them over Newcastle, given that the Magpies can offer the player Champions League football and appear to be a club on the up.

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The deal is said to be in the final stages after Aston Villa turned their attention to Monchi when a deal for Alemany collapsed.

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This comes after Mundo Deportivo reported recently that Spurs were looking at the Sevilla man as a potential new Sporting Director in North London.

This comes after Tottenham were forced to part ways with Fabio Paratici earlier this year, and are now looking to fill their Sporting Director role following the appointment of Ange Postecoglou as manager.

Monchi apparently asked Sevilla for some time to reflect on his position at the club, but has decided to start another project away from La Liga.

Aston Villa beat Tottenham to Monchi

However, it appears Tottenham’s search for a new director will go on, as fellow Premier League side Aston Villa are close to confirming Monchi instead.

Aston Villa are closing in on agreement to appoint Monchi as new director — he’s expected to leave Sevilla. #AVFC

Deal at final stages as Monchi will be new director to work closely with Unai Emery after Alemany appointment collapsed. pic.twitter.com/TcKbNB5NLQ

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 12, 2023

Spurs Web Opinion:

I’m assuming that things are moving behind the scenes at Spurs without the media getting wind, because I would find it strange if a new Sporting Director is not announced this month, to start work on July 1 like everyone else.

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