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Tottenham value 11-goal ace at £60m as Saudi Pro League circle once more

Jason Pettigrove — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:51:29 +0000

Though the expectation is surely that Tottenham Hotspur don’t look vastly different as a squad from how they do at the moment, there are clearly one or two areas which need refreshing for Ange Postecoglou ahead of the new season.

From a manager’s perspective, it’s always good to have an evolution of sorts. Even if it’s only the odd change of player here or there, new arrivals bring competition for places.

Tottenham want £60m for Richarlison

Noses may be put out of joint, but that should enable the manager to get the extra five to 10 percent effort out of those players who might’ve been coasting to that point.

There are also sales to consider too, and one player that has been courting a lot of interest in Saudi Arabia is Brazilian striker Richarlison.

Ange Postecoglou could let Richarlison leave Tottenham this summer.

Though it was understood initially that Richarlison had no interest in moving to Saudi, it’s believed that the 27-year-old may now consider the switch, especially in light of Spurs putting a price – £60m – on his head, thereby indicating that he’s for sale, per The Times (subscription required).

Well publicised mental health problems have been a burden for the player to carry around with him, and a move to Saudi, where the spotlight won’t shine on him so much, could be something that he will now consider.

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One might expect that from Postecoglou and Daniel Levy’s point of view, any transfer needs to be completed soonest, in order that the club can plan their strategy for the remainder of the transfer window.

The last thing any club wants heading into their first game of a new campaign is for the team and squad not to be settled.

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Quality ball-playing Tottenham duo won’t be part of pre-season tour of Japan and Korea

Jason Pettigrove — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:21:59 +0000

Ange Postecoglou will be readying his Tottenham stars for their pre-season tour of Japan and South Korea knowing that it’s the end of the road at the club for certain players.

If there’s one thing that has characterised the Australian’s time in charge of the North London outfit, it’s his straight talking and honesty.

Should reporters ask questions he doesn’t like, he’ll let them know about it. It’s clear that he doesn’t suffer fools gladly and from the outside looking in, he appears to have that aura which all great managers do.

It’s easy to see why his players are happy to buy into his philosophy, and after the histrionics of the Mourinho and Conte tenures, not to mention their stale brand of football, Tottenham’s long-suffering fans were almost certainly delighted by acquiring a no-nonsense manager who let his football do the talking for him.

Sergio Reguilon and Bryan Gil have been left at home by Tottenham

The tour will arguably give one or two fringe players the chance to stake their claim for a more permanent employment in Postecoglou’s starting XI, whilst helping others get somewhere close to approaching full match fitness.

For two of Tottenham’s ball playing exponents, however, being left at home signifies the end of the road for them at the club.

Bryan Gil will almost certainly leave Tottenham this summer along with Sergio Reguilon

According to The Standard (subscription required), both Bryan Gil and Sergio Reguilon will be expected to look for new clubs whilst their current employers are on tour.

Gil’s silky skills wouldn’t look out of place in any midfield, whilst Reguilon’s marauding forays down the left side are surely likely to find a home before the first whistle sounds to signify the start of the 2024/25 campaign.

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Ange Postecoglou will not allow key 27-year-old leave Tottenham this summer

Darren Looney — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 14:59:26 +0000

Tottenham have no plans to sell Yves Bissouma ahead of the 2024/25 campaign as Ange Postecoglou considers the 27-year-old a key part of his plans in North London.

The Mali international was used in the Australian’s midfield two during the previous campaign and struck up an effective partnership with Pape Matar Sarr at Spurs. The duo are likely to retain their roles for the upcoming season and therefore, Tottenham have no plans to sell Bissouma.

According to Football Insider, Postecoglou has been impressed by the midfielder so far in pre-season and has big plans for the player going forward.

Bissouma will be out to impress with Spurs next season as his contract at the club runs out in 2026 and will be performing for a new and improved deal. The signing of Archie Gray has also increased the competition at the Premier League team as the English talent is a huge prospect for the future.

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is close to finalising a £17m move to Marseille but will initially join the French club on loan, while Oliver Skipp’s future in North London is also in doubt.

The midfield options at Tottenham could look a lot different this season but it is certain that Bissouma will be one of them.

Yves Bissouma is staying at Tottenham

Big season ahead for Yves Bissouma at Tottenham

Bissouma has been with Tottenham since the summer of 2022 having made the switch from Brighton. The midfielder’s first season at the North London club was underwhelming but last season showed what the Mali international is capable of.

The 27-year-old featured in 28 Premier League games for Spurs and only missed the other ten due to injury, suspension or international duty.

The former Brighton star is liked by Postecoglou at Tottenham and it will now be interesting to see if Spurs offer him a new deal in the near future.

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Tottenham ace Richarlison’s definitive career decision will have immediate repercussions

Jason Pettigrove — Sat, 20 Jul 2024 06:10:10 +0000

It’s been a relatively quiet summer so far for Ange Postecoglou and Tottenham Hotspur.

Though it’s almost certain that the North Londoners will be more active in the transfer market as the weeks tick by, only Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall have been secured at present.

Postecoglou earned the trust of Tottenham supporters last season thanks to his no nonsense attitude and forthright manner, as well as ensuring his team played a brand of football that had long been demanded by the Spurs faithful.

Ultimately, due in no small part to a collapse in the final few games of the season (losing five out of their last seven per WhoScored), Tottenham were edged out of the Champions League qualifying positions by Aston Villa.

That would’ve left a sour taste for the Australian, who had worked so hard to get the Lilywhites back in the big time – and on the back of losing talisman, Harry Kane, too.

Tottenham’s Richarlison is set to move to the Saudi Pro League.

One player who could be said to have underperformed during 2023/24 is Brazilian striker, Richarlison.

A well-publicised mental health battle, detailed by The Independent, will certainly have played a part in the 27-year-old’s ability to hit top form on the pitch, where he only managed one goal in the final three months of the season (WhoScored).

Richarlison agrees to Saudi Pro League move

Notwithstanding the same, it was believed that he intended to carry on at the club beyond last season.

However, as HITC note, it now appears that the striker has accepted the overtures from the Saudi Pro League as he’s told them he’s interested in a move there.

The only apparent proviso from Tottenham’s point of view is that they recoup the £60m that they paid Everton for his services.

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Ange Postecoglou breaks silence on England job links

Andrew Walker — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 11:55:46 +0000

Ange Postecoglou has ruled himself out of the running for the vacant England job.

Gareth Southgate, 53, confirmed he has stepped down from his role with the men’s team following back-to-back EUROs finals defeats, including last weekend’s 2-1 heartbreak against Spain.

And now forced to find the 53-year-old’s permanent successor, the FA, according to The Telegraph, have included Postecoglou in a list of candidates.

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe and former Chelsea manager Graham Potter are two of the favourites at this stage with under-21s head coach Lee Carsley also under consideration.

Ange Postecoglou not interested in England job

However, one man who is unlikely to enter into discussions with the FA is Postecoglou. The Greek-born Aussie has revealed he intends to remain in charge of Spurs.

“I’m Tottenham manager and I’m determined to bring success to this club like I have with every club I have been at,” the 58-year-old told The Athletic’s Jay Harris.

Ange Postecoglou is not interested in succeeding Gareth Southgate as England manager.

“That’s where my focus is totally.”

The likes of Joachim Low have also been linked with the role, but there remains uncertainty over the profile and nationality of the type of manager the FA want to succeed Southgate.

One thing is for sure though — it won’t be Postecoglou so Spurs fans can breathe a sigh of relief ahead of the new 2024-25 season.

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Exclusive: Exciting double deal will cost Tottenham €120m

Jason Pettigrove — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 09:11:34 +0000

Tottenham Hotspur are set to make their moves in the transfer market, but a potential double deal is going to set them back €120m according to CaughtOffside sources.

With Daniel Levy known to be careful with the club’s money, that sort of outlay will be a big ask from Ange Postecoglou, however, if the Lilywhites want to be considered amongst the English top-flight’s elite, sooner or later a big splash in the transfer market will need to be made.

Tottenham could make a splash in the transfer market

CaughtOffside sources with knowledge of Tottenham’s transfer plans have indicated that the club remain interested in Wolverhampton Wanderers’ 24-year-old Portuguese winger, Pedro Neto, and Crystal Palace’s 26-year-old England international, Eberechi Eze.

Indeed, the North London outfit are known to have checked on the current situation of both players, and have received information regarding salary and other details required to complete a deal via their agents.

Tottenham could be about to execute an exciting double deal

Neto has established himself as a key player for Wolves, and whilst it doesn’t appear that he is angling for a move away, he is open to leaving should the right offer come in to tempt the Midlands-based outfit.

Eze has already seen Michael Olise depart from Crystal Palace, and with Marc Guehi enjoying a brilliant European Championship despite England’s failure, he too could leave Selhurst Park this summer.

Palace will surely be loathe to then lose Eze too, however, as part of a €120m double deal, the South Londoners may concede that getting market value or higher for their player would offer Oliver Glasner the opportunity to rebuild the Eagles and turn them into a real force in the Premier League.

Sources also indicate that Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea are waiting in the wings and following developments, though any initial interest hasn’t yet been followed up.

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Premier League manager has been tracked by FA for years and is on shortlist to replace Southgate

Jason Pettigrove — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 05:13:56 +0000

The process to replace Gareth Southgate as England manager appears to have already begun in earnest, and one Premier League candidate in particular has apparently been tracked for years.

After coming so close yet to winning a major trophy but failing at the final hurdle yet again, Southgate’s disappointment will be palpable, however, he can leave safe in the knowledge that he has altered the course of the national team for the better.

FA looking at Ange Postecoglou to replace Gareth Southgate

Old wounds still remain and in many respects the job is a poisoned chalice, however, the Three Lions are consistently challenging at the business end of tournaments now, so whomever comes in his stead can take their cue from what’s worked for Southgate and hone it a little more.

According to The Independent (subscription required), Tottenham Hotspur’s brilliant manager, Ange Postecoglou, is a person of interest, and the outlet note that FA technical director, John McDermott, has followed the Australian’s career with interest for a number of years.

The FA are looking at Ange Postecoglou as a potential replacement for Gareth Southgate.

Certainly, the way in which he’s transformed the North Londoners has got everyone sitting up and taking notice, but given how well he did at Celtic previously, no one should really be surprised.

Whether Postecoglou would consider moving on again so soon, particularly to a job which appears to have chewed up and spat out some of the best managers in the world, is a moot point at this stage.

Once the Football Association have drawn up their shortlist of names, they’ll be able to whittle it down one by one based on a number of factors and criteria.

Should Postecoglou be their choice, the FA will then need to set about trying to persuade the manager that the role is right for him, and Daniel Levy in terms of compensation.

Neither conversation is likely to be easy.

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Postecoglou has no doubt there will be more signings at Spurs following winning start to pre-season

Charlie Patrick — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 23:20:00 +0000

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has said he’s expecting more activity in the transfer market following the club’s 5-1 win against Hearts in their first pre-season game on Wednesday evening.

Spurs will be looking to strengthen their squad over the summer having missed out on Champions League football to Aston Villa last season.

The north London club have already signed talented teenager Archie Gray, whilst Timo Werner’s loan has been extended, and young midfielder Lucas Bergvall has also arrived.

Postecoglou expecting more transfer activity

The club got their pre-season preparations off to a perfect start by beating ScottishHearts 5-1 as Postecoglou fielded a strong side with Son Heung-min, James Maddison, Yves Bissouma, Dejan Kulusevski, Brennan Johnson and new signing Archie Gray all starting.

Spurs no doubt need to add more reinforcements if they are to stand a chance of getting back into the Champions League next season, and they are believed to be in the market for a striker with Jonathan David and Ivan Toney linked with moves.

Postecoglou was asked after the game about transfers and said he had no doubt there would be a couple more additions before the window closes.

Postecoglou is preparing for his second season at Spurs.

“Like I said, nothing’s really changed, I’m comfortable,” he told reporters.

“We’ve got a strategy in place about what we want to do.

“I’m really happy with the two lads we’ve brought in, both obviously very talented but more importantly really ambitious.

“They’re not here to ease their way in, they want to play and I think that’s great.

Rennes’ rejection of €35m Doue bid from Bundesliga giants could let in Tottenham

Jason Pettigrove — Sat, 13 Jul 2024 07:23:02 +0000

At just 19 years of age, Rennes starlet, Desire Doue, has piqued the interest of a number of clubs including Tottenham Hotspur.

Football.london note that both Manchester United and Arsenal have been monitoring the left winger, but that Spurs appear to be most interested in offering the youngster a Premier League berth.

He’s clearly not going to come cheap, however, as transfer expert and CaughtOffside columnist, Fabrizio Romano, has posted that Bundesliga giants, Bayern Munich, have already had a €35m offer turned down by the French club for their player.

?? Rennes have rejected Bayern first proposal for Desiré Doué worth over €35m package, as revealed by @B_Quarez.

No agreement on the fee while Bayern keep waiting for Xavi Simons decision on next club. pic.twitter.com/E1f2FuswXt

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 12, 2024

Doue managed four goals and four assists in his 40 games last season per WhoScored, which don’t appear to be great numbers on the face of it.

However, potential suitors clearly see something in the teen that they can work with and given that he has years before he reaches his supposed peak as a player, there’s clear room for improvement.

Tottenham need to move quickly for Doue

Rennes appear minded not to make a transfer easy for any club, so from Ange Postecoglou and Daniel Levy’s point of view, they need to decide whether they feel they’re making a punt or if they believe Doue has what it takes to go right to the very top.

If he fulfils his obvious potential then Spurs will arguably be bagging themselves a bargain, though Levy has shown in the past that he’s not a man who’s normally willing to take a gamble.

As of this moment, the North Londoners have kept their own counsel and a bid hasn’t been forthcoming.

Given the rejection of Bayern’s bid, however, that could spur Tottenham into action.

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22-year-old Tottenham ace set for medical at Eredivisie club

Jason Pettigrove — Sat, 13 Jul 2024 07:02:36 +0000

Tottenham Hotspur manager, Ange Postecoglou, is continuing to reshape his first-team squad ahead of the new season.

The Lilywhites fell away badly at the back end of last season when it appeared that qualifying for the Champions League appeared to be a foregone conclusion.

Five of their last seven games were lost (WhoScored), allowing Aston Villa to pip them at the post and land the coveted fourth spot, just two points ahead of Spurs.

Troy Parrott to leave Tottenham on a permanent deal

After a brilliant start to the campaign, that will surely have come as a crushing disappointment, though their drop off in performance levels could be traced back to earlier in the season when James Maddison and others were injured for long periods.

With 2023/24 in the past, Postecoglou’s test for his players now is to see how much they’re able to improve on last season.

Tottenham have made a decision on the future of Troy Parrott.

Troy Parrott, however, won’t be part of the Australian’s ongoing revolution in North London.

According to Football Insider, the 22-year-old is travelling to Holland ahead of undergoing a medical at AZ Alkmaar.

Terms are said to have already been agreed, with Alkmaar’s interest reportedly piqued after Parrott’s performances on loan at Excelsior Rotterdam last season when he scored 10 goals and provided four assists.

A permanent move will surely be of comfort to Parrott himself given that after making only two Premier League appearances for Spurs (transfermarkt), he’s had to be content with loan spells at Millwall, Ipswich Town, Milton Keynes Dons and Preston North End as well as Excelsior.

Finally putting down roots elsewhere could be the driver to Parrott playing his best football, and time will tell if Tottenham have made a grave error of judgment or not.

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