Kulusevski discusses injury ordeal as Porro addresses Barcelona interest

Dejan Kulusevski said he rejected a knee transplant after more than 500 days out and was disappointed by scepticism at Tottenham, but is back with Sweden and set for a comeback.
Harry Kane said Tottenham brought 'difficult moments' without trophies, while winning at Bayern lifted a 'huge burden' before his expected 126th England cap.
Brighton's clean sheets and Luka Vuskovic's form have reignited criticism of Tottenham's sale, with the 19-year-old impressing at centre-back and drawing praise.
Will Lankshear’s scoring spree at Middlesbrough has lifted his value from £10m to £30m. Spurs retain matching rights and a 20% sell-on clause amid Newcastle interest.
Tottenham need a No. 9 but face a thin market, with Eli Junior Kroupi and Victor Osimhen cited as rare fits for a long-term striker who can also deliver now.
Tottenham could reassess Oliver Irow’s Plymouth loan after his bright start faded. The 20-year-old has slipped down the pecking order, with 15 appearances and goal involvements in just three matches.
Concern remains over Dejan Kulusevski after he rejected a knee transplant and admitted he may play through pain, leaving Tottenham with doubts over his long-term fitness.
Destiny Udogie is demanding more playing time under Roberto De Zerbi and could seek a January loan. Juventus are monitoring the Tottenham left-back after his reduced role behind Andy Robertson.
Xavi Simons said his knee injury recovery has been 'extremely difficult', admitting he cried and felt powerless, but the Tottenham midfielder is nearing group training.
Archie Gray must show he can influence games for Tottenham after a poor display at Leeds, despite his promise and versatility, to avoid Harry Winks and Oliver Skipp comparisons.
Tottenham are reportedly tracking Real Sociedad striker Orri Óskarsson for January after five goals in six games, with Spurs seeking a central forward for Roberto De Zerbi.
Former Spurs scout Bryan King said loan signing Mykhailo Mudryk is 'not a Tottenham player', questioning his impact after injury and limited minutes under De Zerbi.
Pedro Porro said Barcelona interest and Joan Laporta's admiration are 'flattering', but insisted he is happy at Tottenham and focused on honouring his contract.
A ranking of the biggest summer signings places Spurs pair Jan Paul van Hecke, Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Savio under review after mixed starts.
Harry Kane did not rule out a future Tottenham return, saying 'One day, anything is possible', despite his Bayern deal to 2029. He also targets the 2030 World Cup.
Crystal Palace have sacked Pierre Sage and are in advanced talks with former Tottenham boss Thomas Frank after dropping to the foot of the Premier League table.
Roberto De Zerbi is urged to stop over-rotating at Spurs, with frequent role changes for Omar Marmoush and Mateus Fernandes blamed for attacking inconsistency.
Tottenham are among 13 clubs tracking Lens centre-back Ismaelo Ganiou, the 21-year-old dubbed the 'new Varane', despite his current knee injury.
Luca Williams-Barnett’s brief Crystal Palace cameo revived calls for more minutes, with Spurs needing creativity and James Maddison’s fitness still a concern.
Mikey Moore said young players must accept responsibility and learn men's football at Rangers, insisting poor performances are 'on me' rather than the manager.
Sandro Tonali is set to start for Italy against France in the Nations League, with the Azzurri expected to field a midfield of Tonali, Nicolo Barella and Davide Frattesi.
A look at Mauricio Pochettino’s first Tottenham XI from 2014 and where they are now, from Hugo Lloris and Eric Dier to Christian Eriksen and Erik Lamela.
Eberechi Eze’s limited role and poor form at Arsenal are framed as a missed chance for Spurs, who had agreed a deal before he chose the Gunners.