A selection of Tottenham Hotspur fans have been questioning reports by CalcioMercato.it, which claim the North London outfit are plotting a January move for AS Roma’s Lorenzo Pellegrini.The midfielder is currently nursing his way back to fitness after sustaining a fractured metatarsal, keeping Pellegrini on the sidelines since beating US Lecce 1-0 in September.Pellegrini’s outing at the Stadio Via del Mare was his sixth in Serie A this season and seventh across all competitions, having featured from the bench in Roma’s 4-0 win over Istanbul Basaksehir FK in the Europa League.He did not manage to assist any of Roma’s four goals at home to the Super Lig side, but penned three against his former club US Sassuolo and one away to Bologna before his injury.
Tottenham are said to be readying a winter move for the 23-year-old, and could present a bid of around €40-50m (£34.3m-£42.8m) having held a long-standing interest in the 12-cap Italy international.
But Pellegrini’s preference for the time being is to remain at the Stadio Olimpico, where he is under contract until 2022 and discussions are expected over renewing his terms to remove a €30m (£25.7m) release clause that is not active in the January window.
90min have also claimed knowledge of Tottenham’s interest in Pellegrini, but note that the preference in North London would be to sign Ajax’s Hakim Ziyech as the potential replacement for Christian Eriksen.
Here are some of the reactions shared from Spurs fans questioning the reports of interest in Roma’s Pellegrini…
A cut-price move for an “exceptional” Newcastle United target could be on the cards in the January transfer window, in a more marquee deal than the recent links to Wout Faes and Nikola Milenkovic.
Newcastle eyeing £75m double deal
Eddie Howe has found his centre-back options decimated in recent months, with serious injuries to Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles leaving him horribly lacking in that area of the pitch, especially with little business done there in the summer, barring the signing of the versatile Lloyd Kelly.
Key additions are required at the heart of Newcastle’s defence moving forward, and they have been linked with a sensational £75m double swoop for Faes and Milenkovic. The duo are currently plying their trade at Leicester City and Nottingham Forest respectively, but could relish the opportunity to move to a bigger club.
Leicester City' defender WoutFaes.
The Premier League pair are seen as potential long-term replacements for current Magpies defenders Fabian Schar and Dan Burn, both of whom are in their final year at St James’ Park. It remains to be seen if either will be handed extensions, but the fact that they are now 32 years of age suggests that could be unlikely.
Should neither Faes nor Milenkovic move to Newcastle, they will surely turn to other options instead, whether that be in January or next summer, and it looks as though they could now be set to revisit a former target.
Newcastle "considering" cut-price January signing
According to The Northern Echo‘s Wilson on X, Newcastle are “considering” going back in for Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi in January, even eyeing him on the cheap, with his report saying a “cut-price deal” is the aim.
Guehi still feels like the most exciting centre-back option for the Magpies, especially if they now believe they can sign him for cheaper than what Palace were demanding in the summer. The 24-year-old impressed so much for England at Euro 2024, proving to be one of their standout players after filling in for the injured Harry Maguire throughout the tournament.
Former Three Lions star Joe Hart said of him: “Huge shoutout to Marc Guehi. I thought he was exceptional. He really stepped in and was really calm on the ball. I thought Guehi allowed John Stones to play his game. The more Marc plays, the better that [centre-back] partnership will get.”
Guehi certainly hasn’t expressed a willingness to now remain at Palace for years to come, suggesting that a move to Newcastle may still appeal to him, and given his age and profile, Paul Mitchell should do all he can to acquire the England international’s signature.
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Granted, the Eagles have struggled this season and the defender arguably hasn’t been at his absolute best, but he has discussed a “tough” summer without much of a pre-season, so there should be no concerns from Newcastle about him being a flash in the pan.
West Ham United turned a corner before the October international break, defeating Ipswich Town 4-1 to climb away from the lower levels of the Premier League and, perhaps, kickstart this new era, headed by Julen Lopetegui.
The Londoners were a day late and a dollar short under the wing of David Moyes last season, who had seen his illustrious tenure taper off, with perceived pragmatic tactics sitting at the crux of the growing discontent.
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Many fans were left with a case of careful-what-you-wish-for after a disappointing start to the current campaign, although, with over £120m spent across the summer, it’s somewhat understandable that things wouldn’t click together from the bat, new parts all jammed into a new system.
The frontline was strengthened considerably, but technical director Tim Steidten is already looking to sign a new forward.
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Last month, West Ham were considered among the Premier League clubs interested in signing Eintracht Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush, who has been tearing it up in the German Bundesliga.
The news, according to TEAMtalk sources, claimed that West Ham were joined by top Premier League outfits Arsenal and Liverpool in pursuing a deal, with Frankfurt set to demand a figure of €47.5m (roughly £40m) to consider his sale.
Marmoush signed for the German club on a free transfer from divisional rivals VFL Wolfsburg in July 2023, and he has since gone from strength to strength, earning acclaim for his prolific performances. Sky Germany believe he is hesitating over committing his future in Frankfurt following interest from the Premier League.
Why West Ham should sign Omar Marmoush
This summer, West Ham signed Niclas Fullkrug from Borussia Dortmund in a £27m move. It was met with anticipation from Hammers circles, for Fullkrug had earned prominence for his clutch displays with Germany at Euro 2024 and had starred for the Yellow Wall throughout the 2023/24 campaign, posting 16 goals and ten assists across 46 fixtures.
No doubt, it’s been a frustrating start, not least for the hulking 31-year-old, who has not played since August after picking up an Achilles injury, featuring thrice off the bench in the top flight beforehand.
It means Michail Antonio and Danny Ings have been West Ham’s recognised focal frontmen throughout these opening months, but with news filtering through that Lopetegui is not convinced, and will seek to part ways with both in 2025, as per Football Insider, perhaps it’s time to bring in a star of Marmoush’s ilk.
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Marmoush, a versatile forward, would have a mind to make the number nine role his own at the London Stadium but could fill in across a myriad of positions.
He was good last season, notching 17 goals and six assists across all competitions, but the Egypt international has been playing with transcendent quality this term, blistering through the German first division, scoring eight goals from just six appearances and averaging 2.3 key passes per game besides, as per Sofascore.
After such potent efforts, the 25-year-old ranks among the top 15% of forwards across Europe’s top five leagues over the past year for goals scored per 90, but also the top 4% for assists, the top 10% for shot-creating actions, the top 6% for progressive carries and the top 8% for successful take-ons per 90, as per FBref.
It’s quite clear that he’d serve as an upgrade on both Antonio, 34, and the 32-year-old Ings, the latter of whom has only scored five goals from 56 outings after signing from Aston Villa for a £15m fee in January 2023.
Danny Ings for West Ham
Marmoush, hailed as a “10/10” signing from Frankfurt by talent scout Jacek Kulig, would truly bring a level of prolificness that east London hasn’t seen at centre-forward for a long while. He’s even outperforming most of the Premier League.
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West Ham have yet to fully click in attack, though their four-goal haul before the imminent international break has set the side in the right direction to be sure.
Welcoming a player of Marmoush’s ilk in 2025 would take the talented squad at Lopetegui’s disposal, however, and lift it to new heights altogether.
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It’s quite a thing that Marmoush is outshining the likes of Mohamed Salah and Cole Palmer this season in all competitions, only failing to surpass the scoring machine that is Manchester City’s Erling Haaland. Although, in fairness, Haaland’s 11-goal return this season has not come with any assists, and thus Marmoush is outperforming him in regard to total goal contributions (15 vs 11).
Much of West Ham’s targetted success this season is predicated on the success of the frontline, but with Fullkrug thus far playing a bit-part role, Antonio and Ings being considered disposable and Crysencio Summerville yet to register a goal contribution across his eight appearances in all competitions, there’s patently much to work on.
Crysencio Summerville for West Ham
Marmoush is the rising star capable of lifting the squad to the desired level, offering something different to that of the existing options while carrying a shape goal threat that would work wonders in mixing with the quality of Bowen, Mohammed Kudus and Lucas Paqueta, for example.
For now, Lopetegui must make do with what he’s got, but if the aforementioned veterans are to be sold in January, Marmoush might just be the perfect option to lift the Irons back to their former position of prominence in the Premier League and continental stages both.
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Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp has showed praise on a Tottenham transfer target, amid claims that chairman Daniel Levy is prepared to bid £33 million to sign him.
Tottenham extend winning run with 3-0 victory at Man United
Ange Postecoglou will be very happy with how his Lilywhites team have responded to their North London Derby defeat earlier this month, having now won four games on the bounce since their loss at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
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He’d apparently fit Postecoglou perfectly.
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On-fire forward Brennan Johnson – after he was forced to delete his social media channels following online abuse – has since bagged a goal in each of Spurs’ last four victories against Coventry City, Brentford, Qarabag and Man United – showcasing his elite mentality as an athlete.
Another real positive has been summer signing Dominic Solanke’s three goals in Tottenham’s last three games, with the Englishman’s poacher’s instinct on full display as he attempts to take Harry Kane’s mantle and justify his £65 million price tag.
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Strikes from Johnson, Solanke and winger Dejan Kulusevski sealed an impressive win away to United over the weekend, piling more pressure on Erik ten Hag and silencing some of the noise around Postecoglou’s own position.
Tottenham linked with new striker after Solanke
While Solanke is beginning to hit a rich vein of form, some reports have actually suggested that Levy and technical director Johan Lange could look to bring in another striker to ease the goalscoring burden on his shoulders.
Richarlison is out injured right now and will return to the fold, but the Brazilian’s record hasn’t exactly been prolific, despite his purple patch midway through last season. There are suggestions that Spurs could make an audacious move for Viktor Gyokeres, which would be quite the statement, but we believe that is highly unlikely given the Swede could command an £84 million price tag.
Elsewhere, it’s been reported this week that Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo is a target for Spurs. Indeed, Spanish media state that Tottenham are prepared to bid £33 million for Semenyo, following his excellent start to the new Premier League campaign.
The Ghanaian boasts three goals and an assist from Bournemouth’s first six league games of the season, averaging a very impressive 4.7 shots on goal per 90 according to WhoScored, which is the second-highest rate in the entire division behind Erling Haaland.
Jamie Redknapp praises "joy to watch" Antoine Semenyo
Amid reports linking Tottenham with a move for the 24-year-old, who can also play in attacking midfield and as a second striker, Redknapp has praised Semenyo as a “joy to watch” right now.
“He’s a lovely footballer to watch”, said Redknapp on Premier League productions.
“The manager’s taken him to another level, he obviously has that capability because you saw it with Solanke. I’m just seeing him elevate his game right now, we’ll talk about why does that happen, a lot of it is purely on confidence.
“He looks like he’s enjoying his football, his shoulders are back, he’s relaxed, every time he gets it, he plays with a bit of a swagger. He’s actually a joy to watch right now.”
Semenyo cost just over £10 million for Bournemouth to sign from Bristol City in January last year, but his price tag will surely be much more than that now.
Everton have had a long-standing interest in Arnaut Danjuma and now a reliable source has revealed a fresh update on the club's pursuit of the player this summer.
Is Arnaut Danjuma joining Everton?
According to Italian journalist and transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Everton are "closing in" on a deal for the Villarreal winger.
Romano took to Twitter on Thursday to reveal:
"Everton are closing in on Danjuma deal — understand bid has been accepted, here we go soon.
"Understand it’s gonna be loan move. Player believes Everton is best for his career. After January hijack the communication stayed open and now Everton have their player."
How good is Arnaut Danjuma?
Despite the controversy surrounding Danjuma's move to Tottenham Hospur in January, there is no doubt that his potential arrival at Goodison Park in the coming days wouldn't be a major coup for the Merseyside club.
Sean Dyche is in dire need of quality attacking reinforcements after another uninspiring and troubling Premier League season for the Toffees, with exits from Richarlison and Anthony Gordon considerably weakening the talent needed in the final third.
Not only that, Demarai Gray has now been attracting interest with Crystal Palace strengthening their pursuit of the winger over the past few days, according to reports from the Daily Mail, which would only contribute to Everton's concerns should the player depart.
As a result, the signing of Danjuma is exactly what Dyche needs to address his frustrating and uninspiring attacking threat, as well as facilitating a move for Gray which would ultimately boost the transfer funds available for the manager over the remainder of the transfer window.
The £45k-per-week wide man is no stranger to the Premier League of course, spending six months on loan in north London with Spurs, however, a lack of game-time made it difficult for Danjuma to hit the ground running.
During his stint at the London club, the Lagos-born ace only made nine appearances in the top flight, averaging just 19 minutes per performance, but did manage to score a league goal and also find the back of the net once in the FA Cup too.
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The last six months with Spurs are not a true reflection of Danjuma's keen eye for goal, however, as the 5 foot 8 winger has proven that with consistent minutes he can be a force in the final third – scoring 22 goals and registering four assists over 51 appearances for the Spanish club, with a goal contribution every 122 minutes, an output that would be extremely valuable to Dyche.
Former Sunderland goal-scorer Kevin Phillips heaped praise on the versatile forward when speaking to Football Insider last year, highlighting qualities that could well make him a wonderful acquisition for Everton.
"On his day he is a nightmare for defenders. He can create and score goals. He can hurt any defence with his pace and directness.
"He’s shown that countless times. Players like him are a rarity in this day and age."
With that being said, Danjuma is an exciting prospect for Everton and with regular game-time at Goodison Park he could quickly become a fan favourite, while outperforming Gray in the process.
Newcastle United have already completed their first summer signing with Sandro Tonali joining the club ahead of next season and now a new update has emerged on the club's next potential transfer target.
Will Newcastle sign Goncalo Inacio?
According to Football Insider, Newcastle remain keen on signing Sporting CP defender Goncalo Inacio this summer.
As per the report, the Magpies are hoping they can seal the deal for a cut-price fee instead of paying the talented centre-back's €60m (£51m) release clause.
It is claimed that Eddie Howe is keen to bolster key areas of his squad this summer to ensure Newcastle can compete in Europe and it is believed that Inacio is seen as a long-term investment for the club.
How good is Goncalo Inacio?
There is no doubt that Howe will be wanting to strengthen his squad ahead of the club's long-awaited return to Champions League football, and the acquisition of Tonali is a testament to the coach's desire to add some much-needed European experience.
Indeed, the likes of Sven Botman, Kieran Trippier, Alexander Isak and Bruno Guimaraes have all earned opportunities to play on the elite European stage before their time at St James' Park, however, it would be advantageous to add more experience in key roles.
As a result, the signing of Inacio could not only be a great chance to add another player with Champions League experience but also offers Howe a youthful prospect he can develop and polish to become his next defensive prodigy.
Fabian Schar is now 31 years old and potentially reaching the latter stages of his career, so identifying a worthy successor in his role and a player who can form a successful centre-back partnership with Botman will be a priority for Howe in the not-so-distant future.
As per FBref, Inacio – hailed a "sensation" by football talent scout Jacek Kulig – ranks in the top 5% of his positional peers across the men's next eight leagues for shot-creating actions, successful take-ons, progressive carries, progressive passes, pass completion and assists, demonstrating that he is a confident ball-winner with no trouble providing attacking opportunities to his teammates.
Despite being only 21 years old, the Portuguese youngster has already tallied up 122 appearances for Sporting as a first-team regular and due to his impressive development has more recently earned a spot in his national team, with Roberto Martinez handing his debut to the defender in the UEFA Euro qualifying fixtures back in March 2023.
The left-footed Sporting star boasts several similarities to Botman in his style of play and when comparing their output last season the pair came close in a number of key attributes including aerial duels won (60.2% v 65.2%), tackles won (23 v 24), successful take-ons (85% v 100%) and pass completion (89.6% v 86.5%).
With that being said, it would be a no-brainer for Howe to bolster his defensive options this summer and bringing in a player like Inacio who has similar qualities to Botman could double up their threatening presence when playing out from the back and ultimately make the side unstoppable in their pursuit for success.
Newcastle United have been strongly linked with a move for Goncalo Ramos over the summer transfer window so far and now a new update has emerged on the club's pursuit of the player.
Is Goncalo Ramos joining Newcastle?
According to Portuguese newspaper A Bola (via Sport Witness), Newcastle are interested in signing the Benfica striker but will need to provide the right offer to snap up his services this summer.
As per the report, Newcastle were proposing a €60m (£51m) offer to secure the signing of Ramos, however, it would only be an €80m (£68m) bid that would convince the Portuguese club to part ways with their star player.
How good is Goncalo Ramos?
Eddie Howe will surely be thrilled with his squad at St James' Park after their achievements and huge progress last season with the side reaching their first cup final in almost two decades and qualifying for Champions League football.
However, there will be little room for sentiment when it comes to planning to compete on all fronts next season and subtle tweaks will need to be made to ensure that the team can build upon the progress they have already made and can comfortably challenge for trophies.
As a result, the signing of Ramos would be a wise investment for the Magpies should they be able to meet Benfica's financial expectations this summer as the promising young goal machine would be a worthy successor for Callum Wilson.
Until last season, the Newcastle mainstay had been the first-pick front-man in the number nine role, however, the arrival of Alexander Isak provided quality competition for the England international and has been since rotating with the Swedish striker which has been a success as the pair have both been hugely impactful in front of goal.
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Having said that, Wilson will turn 32 years old during the next campaign and with injuries a consistent problem for the goal-scorer, the arrival of Ramos could be bad news for his short-term future on Tyneside, as the Portugal international would be seen as part of the long-term future of the club.
Over 106 appearances for Benfica so far, the 22-year-old talent – hailed as "pure class" by Ian Wright – has scored 41 goals and registered 16 assists with a goal contribution every 110 minutes so far; as well as tallying up 25 appearances in the Champions League making him a potentially valuable prospect for Howe when his team challenges in Europe next season.
Not only that, whilst predominantly playing as a centre-forward, Ramos is versatile with experience playing as a second striker and in an attacking midfield role too, so there is no reason why the Newcastle boss would need to sacrifice Isak to start Ramos as he could play in a slightly deeper role just behind.
With that being said, a move for Ramos is definitely one to watch as injecting some more youth into the forward line would set up the strike force for years to come and assist Newcastle in their pursuit for success.
Manchester City were dealt a huge blow at the end of last month as midfielder Ilkay Gundogan departed upon the expiry of his contract with the club.
The German has signed for Spanish giants Barcelona on a free transfer after captaining the Citizens to the treble last season.
This has left Pep Guardiola without one of his trusted midfield options heading into the 2023/24 campaign, which could tempt him into the transfer market in the coming weeks.
Mateo Kovacic has joined on a permanent deal from Chelsea but his six goals in 221 competitive matches for the Blues does not suggest that he has the goalscoring ability to adequately replace the ex-Borussia Dortmund ace.
Gundogan found the back of the net 11 times in all competitions for City last term, scoring crucial goals in vital games – including two in the FA Cup final against Manchester United.
Who could replace Ilkay Gundogan at Manchester City?
Guardiola could forget all about the now-Barcelona dynamo by securing the signing of Celta Vigo prodigy Gabri Veiga, who is a reported transfer target for the club.
He has a €40m (£34m) release clause in his contract with the Spanish side and City are said to be willing to match it, although they face competition from a host of European clubs – including Newcastle United, Liverpool, and Chelsea from the Premier League.
Like Gundogan, the 21-year-old magician, who was once hailed as "dangerous" by journalist Euan McTear, is a central midfielder with an eye for goal and his exploits in the final third could make him the dream replacement for City.
The Spain U21 international averaged a Sofascore rating of 6.96 across 36 LaLiga outings last term and contributed with 11 goals to go along with four assists from the middle of the park, which came after he managed nine goals in 31 outings for Celta B in the 2021/22 season.
Former Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan.
Veiga, who predominantly plays as a number eight or ten, is not a seasoned campaigner who would come in with a guarantee of success but his impressive goal return from his position at the age of 21 suggests that the potential is there for him to be an excellent addition for Guardiola.
Gundogan averaged a goal every 5.06 matches on average throughout his City career (60 in 304) and the Celta Vigo starlet has averaged a strike every 3.35 league games on average for the first-team and reserve sides combined over the last two years (20 in 67).
Only Erling Haaland (36) scored more league goals for the Citizens than Veiga's tally of 11 in LaLiga, indicating that the Spanish maestro could provide the manager with an excellent goalscoring option from midfield, as the Germany international did during his time at The Etihad.
Emile Smith Rowe reiterated his intention to break back into the Arsenal side next season after scoring in back-to-back games at the Euro U-21 Championship.
The midfielder found the back of the net in England’s 2-0 victory over Czech Republic to seal all three points late on, before doing the same against Israel as the young Three Lions look to ease past the rest of Group C.
Up next, England square off against Germany, who lost to Czech Republic last time out after picking up a point in their opening game against Israel.
What’s the latest on Emile Smith Rowe?
As the majority of the Arsenal squad enjoyed a season to remember last time out, Smith Rowe endured his most frustrating campaign yet, struggling with injuries, form, and game time.
Left with no choice but to have groin surgery at the start of the season, the England midfielder missed 13 games as a result, while the Gunners got off to a flying start in the Premier League.
With Mikel Arteta’s side thriving even in his absence, Smith Rowe struggled to get back into the side – making just 12 appearances in the league.
His absence may have made people forget about his potential, but, ultimately, this is a 22-year-old who scored 10 league goals from midfield just the season prior. If Smith Rowe can get a run of games under his belt, then his top form should naturally return.
The academy graduate’s struggle for game time may not be helped by the reported arrival of Kai Havertz. However, even after this development, he has shown signs of life for England U21s.
There’s certainly going to be plenty of competition for places at the Emirates next season.
What Did Emile Smith Rowe say about Arsenal?
As you can see by the goal below, Smith Rowe – who is paid £40k-p/w – looks far closer to his best for the young Three Lions, perhaps ready to compete for his place in Arsenal’s side.
Speaking after the game, the midfielder told the press (via BBC reporter Alex Howell) about his desire to get back into Arteta’s team as well as winning this tournament.
He said: “My main focus is getting into the Arsenal team, but first we want to win the tournament.”
You can see the goal (via Twitter) against Israel and the interview that followed below:
Tottenham Hotspur will need to 'clarify' their position on who they may bring in as their new sporting director, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
What's the latest news involving Tottenham Hotspur's search for a sporting director?
Tottenham's search for a sporting director looks to have gone quiet for now as they search for a replacement for the departed Fabio Paratici, who's appeal against a two-and-half year global ban from football from FIFA was rejected, as per The Daily Mail.
Last month, The Guardian reported that Brentford technical director Lee Dykes alongside former Bayer Leverkusen man Tim Steidten are potential candidates to assume the vacancy in north London.
The Daily Mail claimed in May that Roma general manager Tiago Pinto, Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Markus Krosche and Johannes Spors were also under consideration for the position; however, it is no clearer right now who could replace Paratici at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Scott Munn is now in place as Spurs' chief football officer and chairman Daniel Levy is believed to want a new director of football in place sooner rather than later.
Speaking to Football FanCast, journalist Jacobs believes that Tottenham will need to clarify their situation regarding the sporting director role as soon as possible.
Jacobs told FFC: "The other thing to say about Spurs is that because they haven't yet appointed a sporting director and because Scott Munn is new in his role and because Ange Postecoglou has only just come in, anything that was planned under Paratici, in terms of longest standing targets may change over the coming weeks.
"This is why it's important that Spurs clarify the sporting director situation as soon as they possibly can and in an ideal world, they'll be able to get that sporting director in. I say in an ideal world, because remember, if they were to appoint an incumbent sporting director anywhere, who's to say that there won't be a clause in that contract that prevents them from working in the summer window.
"Tottenham are going to have to move fast on the sporting director and if they're fortunate, they'll be able to bring somebody in that can start work as soon as possible."
Who have Tottenham Hotspur targeted this summer?
Despite not having a sporting director in place, Tottenham have been active in the transfer market as Ange Postecoglou kicks his transfer proactivity up a notch in north London.
Football Insider report that Brentford goalkeeper David Raya has been identified as a target by the Australian manager and state that Spurs are determined to land the Spaniard for a cut-price fee this summer.
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The Northern Echo also claim that Spurs are leading the chase to sign Leicester City midfielder James Maddison amid competition from Newcastle United.
According to The Sun on Sunday (print edition, 18/6; page 62) via The Chelsea Chronicle, Tottenham could also make a last minute bid to try and snatch Villarreal striker Nicolas Jackson away from the clutches of Chelsea, demonstrating that plenty of exciting developments could be in the pipeline over the next few months at Hotspur Way.