Tottenham assess Fofana move as Barcelona weigh Romero
Opinion piece claims poor recruitment has left Spurs in a relegation battle and labels a recent signing the ‘new Bergwijn’, struggling under De Zerbi despite the 1-0 win at Wolves.
Spurs consider a €25m move for AC Milan’s Youssouf Fofana as a new No 6 amid doubts over Palhinha and Bissouma. Aston Villa are also keen. De Zerbi’s side sit two points off safety before visiting Villa. Livescore
Feyenoord boss Robin van Persie says he hopes Ayase Ueda stays but admits a move could suit the 27-year-old. Leeds and Tottenham are circling after his 25 goals in 29 Eredivisie games.
Spurs tipped to start Richarlison and Tel for injured Solanke and Xavi Simons, with Palhinha joining Bentancur and Udogie returning. Predicted XI includes Kinsky, Porro, Van de Ven, Danso, Udogie; Bentancur, Palhinha; Kolo Muani, Gallagher, Tel; Richarlison.
Man United are weighing a move for Micky van de Ven, with Spurs’ relegation status said to affect the fee. The left-sided Dutch defender also offers left-back cover, but a deal is not straightforward.
Louis Saha backs Spurs’ talented squad to show character in the relegation fight, citing long-term inconsistency and recruitment strategy as core issues highlighted by Conte, Mourinho and Postecoglou.
Tottenham and Juventus have tabled offers to Marcos Senesi, who is set to leave Bournemouth on a free this summer.
Leeds’ Anton Stach targets wins in crucial run-in vs Tottenham, Brighton and West Ham after a 3-1 Burnley win, saying Elland Road’s intensity fuels belief in their survival push.
Paul Scholes predicts Arsenal will miss out on the league and Champions League, and tips Tottenham to be relegated alongside Wolves and Burnley despite Spurs’ recent 1-0 win at Wolves.
Barcelona prioritise Bastoni but could switch to Cristian Romero if Inter’s €60m valuation holds. The Tottenham centre-back is viewed as a cheaper alternative, with both players open to the move.
De Zerbi urges Spurs to fight at Villa despite injuries to Solanke and Xavi Simons, with Kinsky set to start. Elsewhere, Slot backs Isak and Wirtz, Carrick hails United-Liverpool, Pereira targets 43 points, and McFarlane insists Chelsea can still attract top managers.
Nike’s Tottenham 26-27 goalkeeper kit has leaked, featuring a bright pink base with blue and orange zigzag graphics and white logos, due for summer 2026 release.
Speculation suggests Maddison could consider a Coventry return if Spurs are relegated, citing romance, Premier League continuity and potential freedom under Frank Lampard as temptations.
