Tottenham reportedly approved mass evictions over the summer
Two sources believe Dejan Kulusevski and Spurs’ “best midfielder” are also among those eliminated
The Telegraph recently reported that Tottenham are set to continue their relentless run this summer by axing several underperforming first-team stars
This development was at the request of coach Ange Postecoglou, who called for drastic changes
“We have to change this team,” Coach Postecoglou said
“We have to do that because we have to build a team that we think can play our football
For this to be successful, there must be an exit
The Spurs manager later added: “We need change, change has to happen
” “I can’t change the direction of this club dramatically, because I We’ve been going in one direction and now we’re going in a completely different direction and we’re assuming the same people are there
That’s not going to happen for us
There was a window and we definitely saw some growth in the players, but when I say there’s still a long way to go, that’s exactly what I mean
” He concluded: I’m trying
It’s just that we play a certain way, train a certain way, have a certain attitude, and that doesn’t suit everyone
“And it’s the same whether it’s Liverpool or Arsenal, if you look at the early part of their careers, when they’re competitive and successful, the teams are almost unrecognizable”
Tottenham’s new signings Dejan Kulusevski and Rodrigo Bentancur have started life in North London with their first training session with the club
The pair arrived from Juventus on deadline day and are the first signings of the Antonio Conte era
Spurs will be hoping they can help the club finish in the top four this season
Kulusevski started training with his new teammates on Thursday, ahead of Bentancur, who was on international duty earlier this week playing for Uruguay in a World Cup qualifier
Conte downplayed expectations that the new signings would be included in the squad straight away for Saturday’s FA Cup fourth-round tie against Brighton, but hinted they could play a role off the bench
“Both players are fit, so they will definitely be available tomorrow,” Conte said in his pre-Brighton press conference on Friday
“It’s not right in my opinion to start the match because they have to work with the team for a while
” “Again, these two players should help us a lot
It was no secret that Tottenham wanted to add a right-back to their squad in January, but their attempt failed
The idea is to bring him to North London and use him in this position
Lucas Bergvall injury: Tottenham handed fresh injury concern after star pulls out of Sweden squad
Teenager has returned to Spurs and will be assessed ahead of crunch clash with West Ham
Tottenham have been handed a fresh fitness concern after Lucas Bergvall was forced to pull out of the Sweden due to an injury.
The 18-year-old was an unused substitute for Sweden in their 2-2 draw against Slovakia on Friday but missed their 3-0 win in Estonia on Monday.
Bergvall has returned to Spurs and will now be assessed ahead of Saturday’s Premier League game against West Ham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
In a statement released on Monday, the Swedish national team said: “Lucas Bergvall has suffered a minor injury and will not be available for tonight’s game against Estonia in the Nations League.
“Ahead of the match, it is clear that Bergvall will not be available for the game. He has left the collection to manage his rehabilitation in a club environment.”
Bergvall’s fitness will be a concern for Ange Postecoglou, who has been without Heung-min Son and Wilson Odobert recently.
Son did not feature of South Korea over the international break after missing the last two Spurs games due to a hamstring injury.
Odobert has also been sidelined with a hamstring issue.
Bergvall has made eight appearances for Spurs since joining from Swedish side Djurgarden in the summer, with his three starts coming in the Carabao Cup and Europa League.
Spurs have a busy run of games after the international break when they face five games in two weeks against West Ham, AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League, Crystal Palace, Manchester City in the Carabao Cup and Aston Villa.
Liverpool Eye West Ham United Star As Mohamed Salah Replacement: Good Choice?
Liverpool have West Ham United attacker Mohammed Kudus on their radar.
As reported by Fichajes, Premier League club Liverpool have identified West Ham United attacker Mohammed Kudus as a possible name to replace Mohamed Salah, whose contract runs out at the end of the ongoing campaign.
Mohammed Kudus has adapted well
Mohammed Kudus joined West Ham United last summer from Ajax. He needed little time to settle in the Premier League as he started delivering the goods immediately. He has emerged as one of the best attackers in the English league.
Kudus netted 18 goals and provided seven assists in 48 games last season. He averaged 2 shots, 0.8 key passes, and 3.8 dribbles per game (stats via whoscored).
The Ghana attacker is extremely versatile as he can play on both wings, as a striker or even as an attacking midfielder. He is technically sound and is known for his terrific dribbling skills. He creates heft chances apart from providing notable defensive contributions.
Mohammed Kudus is a serious talent
Mohamed Salah‘s contract runs out at the end of the season and there has been no extension yet. Though there are high chances of him extending his stay at Anfield, the intensifying interest from Saudi Arabia can change the situation at any point.
Hence, the Reds must remain prepared and take a baby step in that direction, they have shown interest in Mohammed Kudus. The latter’s impressive performances in the Premier League cannot be ignored by anyone.
The 24-year-old has all the qualities and the temperament to play for any of the top four sides. His explosiveness and high work rate in the final third will add a lot of value. As he is also versatile, his acquisition will be a good surplus for Arne Slot.
Kudus has a long-term contract at West Ham United, which means Liverpool will have to offer a lucrative price to lure him away.
