In a determined effort to bolster their squad following a challenging Premier League campaign, Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly opened discussions with the representatives of an in-demand midfielder with an impressive record of 19 goals and assists combined last season. This development comes alongside confirmed direct communications with Manchester City regarding their star player, Jack Grealish.
Spurs are striving to ensure a significant improvement on last season’s performance, which saw them narrowly escape relegation by finishing 17th, despite a commendable Europa League triumph. The club has already been proactive in the transfer market, securing the services of promising talents such as Mathys Tel, Kevin Danso, Kota Takai, Luka Vuskovic, and Mohammed Kudus. However, their plans to sign Morgan Gibbs-White have hit a stumbling block, as Nottingham Forest have taken the unusual step of reporting Tottenham’s advances to the Premier League.
Amidst this backdrop, Tottenham’s search for reinforcements continues, with Xavi Simons emerging as a potential target should the Gibbs-White pursuit fall through. According to recent reports by *Caught Offside*, Simons’ entourage is actively seeking a high-profile move, having already initiated discussions with Tottenham, Chelsea, and Arsenal, verified by reliable sources.
The talented RB Leipzig midfielder, known for his significant contribution to 19 goals last season, is reportedly available for a transfer fee in the region of €60 million (£52 million) this summer. However, it remains uncertain whether any of these clubs, amidst initial talks, will formally express a desire to sign the Dutchman.
Amidst these developments, Tottenham’s interest in Jack Grealish remains a point of intrigue. Transfer insider Ben Jacobs, speaking on ‘Last Word on Spurs’, has revealed that Tottenham have engaged in exploratory talks concerning a potential move for Grealish. The winger, who has seen limited playing time at Manchester City in recent seasons, is expected to seek new pastures this summer. Nonetheless, Jacobs indicates that Spurs are unlikely to proceed further with any bid for Grealish despite long-standing links.
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