Tottenham face Chelsea with fitness doubts and transfer watch
Chelsea face Spurs with Joao Pedro a major doubt after a thigh issue, Estevao Willian and Jamie Gittens sidelined with hamstring injuries, and Jesse Derry out for the season. Mykhaylo Mudryk remains banned.
Bernardo Silva names former Spurs midfielder Luka Modric as his toughest opponent, highlighting Tottenham’s past era of stars such as Modric, Gareth Bale and Rafael van der Vaart.
Preston are exploring a permanent £4.5m deal for Spurs midfielder Alfie Devine and are seeking to spread payments over several years. The 21-year-old had 8 goals and 6 assists on loan, with other interest also noted.
Arsenal could benefit if Spurs secure survival and West Ham go down, with The Times reporting West Ham would be compelled to offload Mateus Fernandes due to Championship Squad Cost Rules. Results against Chelsea and Everton are pivotal in Tottenham’s relegation fight.
Nottingham Forest intend to hold formal talks with head coach Vitor Pereira over a new contract.
Tottenham could secure their Premier League place with a win at Chelsea on Tuesday evening.
Spurs visit Chelsea with Romero, Kulusevski, Davies and Wilson Odobert out long term. Vicario is a major doubt but could return, while Solanke is a minor doubt. No suspensions. Spurs sit 17th, two points above West Ham.
Spurs and Man United are monitoring Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche, priced at £40m. The 24-year-old has 7 goals and 11 assists. A lack of European football could hinder Spurs’ bid, per the report, as they seek more flair to break down deep defences.
