After a progressive first season under Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham Hotspur are expected to attack the summer transfer market.
Thanks to Daniel Levy’s work, Spurs are thought to be in a strong financial position, not sharing the same PSR concerns of some of their Premier League rivals.
Heading into the summer window, Tottenham’s priority targets were thought to be a new defensive midfielder, as well as versatile forward.
Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher was once again expected to be at the forefront of Spurs’ plans, as well as ambitious interest in Alexander Isak.
Right now, it seems as if neither of those deals are progressing, with there seemingly no chance that Isak leaves Newcastle United.
That being said, Eberechi Eze has emerged as a concrete option to improve Postecoglou’s squad.
TBR recently shared that Tottenham have made an enquiry for Eze, who would be keen to join the club.
That being said, on their round-up of Spurs’ business right now, The Athletic have been sharing their own thoughts on the likelihood of Levy welcoming a new signing imminently.
Tottenham not close to first signing despite Eberechi Eze and Archie Gray interest
As well as reiterating Spurs’ interest in Gallagher, they also mentioned recent news that the club are admirers of Leeds United 18-year-old Archie Gray.
However, when assessing how close Tottenham are to finalising deals for any of the players mentioned in this piece, it wasn’t the positive update some may have hoped for.
Tottenham are not close to concluding their first signing, even if they have been making progress with those leave the club.
Last summer, Guglielmo Vicario was Postecoglou’s first ‘proper’ new signing, after loan deals for Pedro Porro and Dejan Kulusevski were made permanent.
Currently away with Italy at Euro 2024, Vicario’s transfer to north London was announced on June 27.
Whilst the Euros and Copa America should be considered as big factors, that would suggest Spurs are slightly behind on last year’s pace.
Admittedly, most Premier League clubs are yet to make significant moves, but Tottenham shouldn’t relax in that regard.
Perhaps some consider Spurs’ renewal of Timo Werner’s loan as a new signing, but that won’t suffice for most.
All that being said, there is now some concern that Postecoglou has lost another ‘popular’ staff member just weeks after Chris Davies’ departure.
Tottenham given Conor Gallagher transfer ‘green light’ as Ange Postecoglou eyes midfield rebuild
Ange Postecoglou could soon make room for Conor Gallagher at Tottenham Hotspur. The 24-year-old midfielder faces an increasingly uncertain future at Chelsea, with just 12 months left on his contract.
Playing a key role in Mauricio Pochettino’s side, Gallagher helped the Blues clamber into sixth place in the Premier League and achieve Conference League qualification. He featured 37 times, scoring five goals and providing seven assists.
Not only did the Cobham graduate catch Gareth Southgate’s eye, earning a place in the England squad for Euro 2024, but he also courted interest from Spurs. football.london understands that the Lilywhites have shortlisted Gallagher as a target this summer.
It’s believed that the Chelsea ace has ‘very little intention’ of leaving Stamford Bridge, though. When quizzed on his contract situation earlier this month, Gallagher committed his future to the west Londoners.
“I’m sure that will get sorted out, everyone knows Chelsea is my club and I love playing for them,” he said. “The fans are brilliant and I’m loving right now and I’m sure it will get itself sorted out.”
While Gallagher seems set on staying at Chelsea, Tottenham may be left no choice but to test the England international’s resolve. According to German publication Bild, Borussia Dortmund are interested in Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who sees his deal expire next year.
The report states that the Bundesliga giants also want to sign Pascal Gross from Brighton. With Dortmund chasing Hojbjerg, Spurs have essentially been given the green light to go and revamp their midfield.
Though slightly further up-field, Eberechi Eze also remains a target for Tottenham this summer. Playing a key role in Oliver Glasner’s side, Eze helped steer the Eagles away from a relegation scrap and finish 10th.
The England international, who sees his contract at Selhurst Park expire in June 2027, featured 27 times in the English top flight, scoring 11 goals and providing four assists. Tottenham have named Eze has a ‘priority target’ this summer, football.london understands.
It’s believed that Postecoglou is a big admirer of the Englishman, but it’ll be up to Daniel Levy to pay his release clause with Crystal Palace not keen on losing him for anything less. While Eze’s away on international duty at Euro 2024 too, fortunately, he’s represented by CAA Base – the agency that also represents Postecoglou and a few Spurs players.
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