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Tottenham's Transfer Tango: Eze Drama and Savinho Hopes

Amid transfer turbulence, Tottenham navigates squad reinforcements under fan and rival pressure.

Transfer Watch

Tottenham fans are experiencing a rollercoaster in this transfer window as Arsenal swooped in for Eberechi Eze, leaving Spurs searching for alternatives. The late intervention by Arsenal, despite advanced negotiations with Crystal Palace, means Eze's move to North London now seems unlikely. This setback forces Spurs to reignite interest in Maghnes Akliouche from AS Monaco, who is eyed as a more financially feasible alternative to Manchester City’s Savinho. The club's attempt to address the creative void left by recent injuries to James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski adds urgency to these negotiations.

In a related move, Tottenham has reportedly tabled a club-record bid for Savinho. However, City’s demands of around £70 million pose a considerable hurdle, keeping Akliouche as a backup plan. Meanwhile, Tottenham remains keen to bolster defensive options, with Nathan Collins from Brentford being pursued amid competition from Manchester United and Liverpool.

Injury News

The upcoming clash against Manchester City is clouded by the absence of key players like James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski due to knee injuries. Maddison's playmaking abilities will be sorely missed, particularly against a formidable City side, as Spurs strive to maintain a resilient start in the new season. Thomas Frank will need to strategise effectively to cover these gaps in what promises to be a testing encounter at the Etihad Stadium.

Squad Insight

Away from the transfer saga, Spurs fans can take solace in the freshly secured future of Cristian Romero, who has signed a new long-term contract and accepted the captain’s armband. This move underscores the board's confidence in Romero’s abilities and leadership as Tottenham chases silverware and consistent league form. His presence is expected to stabilise the backline, alongside emerging talents like Djed Spence, who has also committed his future to the club, providing Thomas Frank with a solid defensive foundation moving forward.

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