Tag: Tottenham

Semenyo wants January clarity as £65m release clause puts Man City in pole

Antoine Semenyo
December 2025

Semenyo is pushing for his future to be resolved by the opening of the window as a £65m clause, active only until January 10, tempts multiple giants. After eight goals and three assists this season, Manchester City are viewed as favourites, with Liverpool, United, Chelsea and Spurs monitoring the situation. Bournemouth tied him to a long-term deal to 2030 but accepted a time-limited clause to protect value and allow replacement planning. Iraola has made clear he wants to keep his “massive” attacking threat, yet admits some decisions lie beyond his control, leaving the Cherries braced for a late elite bid that could force a sale.

McTominay weighs Premier League return after becoming Napoli’s unexpected superstar

Scott McTominay
December 2025

Since leaving Manchester United for Napoli in 2024, McTominay has transformed into a title-winning talisman, scoring 13 goals in his debut season, lifting Serie A and collecting MVP and Serie A Player of the Year honours, becoming the first Scottish winner of the award. Now 29 and treated “like a god” in Naples, McTominay is reportedly feeling the strain of constant attention and scrutiny. Linked with Spurs, Newcastle and even Barcelona, he is understood to be considering his long-term future, with a potential Premier League return no longer ruled out.

Richards fitness race exposes Palace depth before Spurs showdown

Chris Richards
December 2025

Richards suffered a cut foot that needed stitches against Arsenal and is now battling to be fit for Palace’s meeting with struggling Spurs, in a fixture that caps a landmark year in which Palace overachieved, lifted two trophies and climbed into the top eight. Manager Oliver Glasner expects the defender back early in the new year if Sunday arrives too soon, and without him Palace must rely on squad depth and tactical cohesion to exploit Spurs’ poor league form while preserving the resilience that has defined their 2025 rise.

Spurs captain Romero charged after bad-tempered Liverpool defeat

Cristian Romero
December 2025

Cristian Romero has been charged by the FA following his red card against Liverpool, where he was dismissed for two bookings in a chaotic match that also saw Xavi Simons sent off and Alexander Isak suffer a fractured leg after a challenge from Micky van de Ven. Simons’ studs-down challenge on Virgil van Dijk was upgraded to red by VAR, Liverpool then led through Isak and Hugo Ekitike before Romero collected yellow cards for dissent and a kick at Konate, with Van de Ven later revealing he texted Isak to apologise for the accidental injury.

Maresca plays down Chelsea move for Bournemouth star Semenyo

Enzo Maresca
December 2025

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca addressed reports linking his side with Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, confirming the club will not pursue a January move despite his impressive Premier League form, as the Blues remain satisfied with their current attacking options ahead of Aston Villa’s visit. Semenyo has eight goals and three assists this league campaign and can be signed for £65 million via a release clause active until January 10, attracting serious interest from Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Spurs while Chelsea choose only to monitor future opportunities.

Van de Ven apologises to Isak after leg-break incident

Micky van de Ven
December 2025

Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven revealed he privately apologised to Liverpool striker Alexander Isak after the collision that caused the Swede’s leg fracture during Liverpool’s 2-1 win in London, stressing he never intended harm and only tried to block the shot. Speaking on television, Van de Ven said he texted Isak after the match to say sorry and wish him well, describing the incident as unlucky as the striker’s standing leg became trapped between his own, and adding that Isak appreciated his message.

Frank defends Van de Ven after Isak leg-break criticism

Micky van de Ven
December 2025

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank moved to defend Micky van de Ven after Arne Slot branded the defender’s tackle on Alexander Isak “reckless”. Isak scored Liverpool’s opener in north London but suffered an ankle injury with a fibula fracture in the same incident. Van de Ven’s attempt to block Florian Wirtz’s through ball left Isak’s leg trapped at an awkward angle, forcing the striker off despite walking without a stretcher. Liverpool later confirmed surgery and a long absence, while Frank argued it was a committed last-ditch challenge rather than malicious play.

Slot expects Isak back this season despite fractured fibula

Alexander Isak
December 2025

Record signing Alexander Isak fractured his fibula and damaged his ankle while scoring in Liverpool’s win over nine-man Spurs, capping a turbulent start to life at Anfield following a disrupted pre-season and just as he seemed to be regaining sharpness from the bench. Slot condemned Van de Ven’s “reckless” tackle, arguing it would cause serious injury most times, and confirmed surgery plus “a couple of months” out but insisted Isak will still feature later this season, even as Liverpool also cope with Salah at AFCON, Szoboszlai’s suspension and fitness doubts over Bradley and Gakpo.

Liverpool confirm leg fracture and surgery for record signing Isak

Alexander Isak
December 2025

Liverpool have confirmed that £125m striker Alexander Isak has undergone successful surgery after suffering an ankle injury with a fibula fracture while scoring in the 2-1 win over nine-man Tottenham, capping a disrupted debut season that had already yielded just two league goals. Injured as Van de Ven’s challenge trapped his leg in the act of finishing, Isak received lengthy on-pitch treatment before being helped off and later operated on, with the club stating his rehabilitation will continue at the AXA Training Centre and refusing to set any timetable for his return.

Fiorentina move for Spurs transfer chief Fabio Paratici

Fabio Paratici
December 2025

Fiorentina are exploring a move to appoint Tottenham transfer chief Fabio Paratici as their new Head of Football following their ownership change. The Italian only recently returned to an official role at Spurs after a 30-month ban tied to accounting irregularities during his Juventus spell. The Serie A club view Paratici’s recruitment track record and structural expertise as central to a new long-term project and are reportedly in negotiations over a multi-year deal. Any exit would reshape Tottenham’s leadership setup, where Paratici currently works alongside Johan Lange as sporting director.

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