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    Tottenham could sell TEN players this summer including Alderweireld and Lamela in huge transfer clearout

    TOTTENHAM could sell TEN players this summer as part of a huge clearout.Nuno Espirito Santos has taken charge of Spurs this summer in what is proving to be a difficult year for the club.
    Nuno Elspirito Santo could offload ten players at Tottenham this summerCredit: Getty
    Toby Alderweireld has already allegedly told them club he wants to goCredit: Getty
    Talisman and star striker Harry Kane wants away with Manchester City leading the chase for his signature.
    But Spurs chief Daniel Levy is determined to keep hold of England Euro 2020 hero for at least another season and has already rejected one offer of £100m.
    Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris was another linked with a move away but the French star now looks set to remain No1.
    However, the North London side are willing to sell a whopping ten men from their squad in order to raise funds towards a summer overhaul.
    The Athletic state Spurs’ finances mean ‘they are almost in a position where they must sell before they can buy’ this window.
    That means a number of players are available to buy.
    For the second-straight year full-back Serge Aurier, linked with Paris Saint-Germain, is believed to be for sale.
    Tottenham ‘would also listen to offers for Davinson Sanchez’ as well as fellow centre-half Cameron Carter-Vickers despite him shining on-loan at Bournemouth last term.

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    As we reported last week, Toby Alderweireld could be another on his way and is mentioned in this fresh report after he allegedly informed Levy that he wants to leave.
    Further up the park in midfield there may also be several departures.
    Spurs are believed to have already made Moussa Sissoko available while Harry Winks is set to discover what his role will be under Nuno before the end of the month.
    And even though they are determined to hang on to Kane, some of his attacking teammates may be due to depart.
    Erik Lamela has reportedly also been told he can leave SpursCredit: Getty
    Today’s report states Erik Lamela is already available for transfer and that Spurs ‘would consider offers’ for Lucas Moura as well.
    Winger Jack Clarke is believed to want and stay to try and make a breakthrough under Nuno.
    However, he has interest in England and from clubs abroad should he be told he is surplus to requirements.
    And Carlos Vinicius, who spent last season on loan from Benfica, will not be returning as Spurs have focussed their attention elsewhere.
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    Tottenham close in on £15m Takehiro Tomiyasu transfer but still want Vestergaard or Skriniar after missing out on Kounde

    TOTTENHAM are pushing ahead with plans to sign £15million-rated defender Takehiro Tomiyasu, according to reports. New Spurs boss Nuno Espirito Santo is eager to bolster the backline with fresh faces this summer.
    Takehiro Tomiyasu is closing in on a new to TottenhamCredit: Getty
    Japan international Tomiyasu has been on the transfer shortlist since the arrival of Spurs’ managing director Fabio Paratici.
    The 22-year-old enjoyed an impressive season at Italian side Bologna and has been a mainstay in the team since joining in 2019.
    Spurs fans will also get to see him in action during the Olympics as he looks set to represent his country.
    According to the Athletic, Tottenham are finalising the transfer with the deal expected to go through.
    Manchester United were also looking at the player but are preparing to play the waiting game with Raphael Varane.
    Tomiyasu can also play as a full-back or in a back three, giving Santo more options in defence.
    Spurs initially looked at Jules Kounde from Sevilla but the player wants a move to a Champions League club.

    The report adds how the club will also look to bring another central defender to North London.
    Southampton’s Jannik Vestergaard remains an option, as does Inter Milan ace Milan Skriniar.
    Arrivals are likely to mean departures, with Serge Aurier and Toby Alderweireld set for the exit door.
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    Takehiro Tomiyasu ‘wants to join Tottenham’ with talks ongoing for Japan star but Atalanta threatening to hijack deal

    TOTTENHAM are reportedly leading the race to sign Bologna star Takehiro Tomiyasu.Spurs had a £15million bid for the defender rejected earlier this month but are still believed to be interested.
    Takehiro Tomiyasu has been targeted by Tottenham and Arsenal
    And Tomiyasu wants to join, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.
    The transfer guru claims Tottenham are the only English club in talks to sign Tomiyasu, suggesting Arsenal are no longer chasing the Japan international.
    Romano says a final decision will be made soon but does report interest from Serie A side Atalanta.
    And unlike Spurs, the Italians would be able to offer Tomiyasu Champions League football next season – he would not have to move country either.
    Bologna are believed to want £17.2m for Tomiyasu, 22, so it is up to Daniel Levy to offer up the extra cash.
    And if he does sign Tottenham fans would have to wait a while to see Tomiyasu in action as he will represent Japan at the Olympics this summer.
    Nevertheless, supporters will likely be pleased to beat rivals Arsenal to an important signing.

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    Spurs are yet to make a signing under Nuno Espirito Santo, who could want a new centre-back if he is to operate with a back five – as he did at Wolves.
    Tomiyasu also holds the advantage of being able to play at right-back, so could slot in well as a right-sided centre-back between Davinson Sanchez and Matt Doherty.
    Tomiyasu possesses good physical attributes with his speed and strength two of his main assets.
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    Danish Euro hero Damsgaard’s transfer price set by Sampdoria as Tottenham prepare to battle Liverpool & Juventus for ace

    MIKKEL DAMSGAARD, Denmark’s breakout star at Euro 2020, has had his transfer price set by Sampdoria amid interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs.Tottenham, Liverpool and Barcelona and Juventus are all reportedly interested in signing the 21-year-old winger this summer.
    Damsgaard has been one of the surprise stars of Euro 2020Credit: PA
    But they will have to fork out a big transfer fee if they are to prize him away from the Serie A side.
    According to La Gazetta dello Sport, Sampdoria have set Damsgaard’s price at £34million.
    It comes after the Danes reached the semi-finals of Euro 2020 before being eliminated by England.
    And Damsgaard was a key figure in helping them make it to the last four.
    The youngster netted the opener in his country’s must-win group game against Russia which they went on to win 4-1.
    He then also scored a sensational free-kick in their semi-final clash with Gareth Southgate’s men, before eventually being knocked out after extra time.
    Damsgaard was given his chance in Denmark’s starting XI in tragic circumstances after Christian Eriksen collapsed in their opening match against Finland.

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    The Inter Milan midfielder suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch in Copenhagen but was stabilised and subsequently released from hospital.
    And Damsgaard made Eriksen proud by performing superbly for the Danes, guiding them to their first semi-final in a major tournament since they won the Euros back in 1992.
    Spurs are interested in bringing Damsgaard to the club as they look to add to their squad following the arrival of new manager Nuno Espirito Santo.
    Liverpool are also hoping to add some fresh faces to their side after a disappointing defence of their Premier League title last season.
    Meanwhile, European giants Barcelona and Juventus will be wanting to be more competitive in the Champions League in the 2021-22 campaign as neither made it past the last 16 in the previous season.
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    Man Utd and Chelsea eye Joachim Andersen transfer in case they miss out on top targets with Denmark star to cost £25m

    DENMARK’S Euros exit will kickstart the race to sign Joachim Andersen.The centre-back, who came on as a late substitute in Wednesday’s semi-final defeat to England, impressed while on loan at Fulham last season.
    Joachim Andersen, 25, played for Denmark in their Euro 2020 semi-final defeat to EnglandCredit: PA
    Manchester United, Tottenham, Chelsea, Leicester and Crystal Palace have all been monitoring his progress.
    SunSport understands Andersen, 25, is set to be back in the Premier League come the end of the window, it is just a matter of which club takes him.
    Lyon paid a club record of just over £25million for the defender in 2019 and would want their money back.
    Tottenham and United have been admirers since Andersen played for Sampdoria in Serie A – and the 6ft 4in ace even visited Spurs back then.
    Andersen was made Cottagers captain after just four games last season but could not prevent the West Londoners from going down.
    The Danish defender began his career at Dutch side Twente and made his international debut against Luxembourg in October 2019.

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    The Red Devils have been linked with several centre-backs in recent weeks, including Sevilla’s Jules Kounde and Real Madrid’s Raphael Varane.
    Spurs are also rumoured to be keen on Kounde, although reports suggest the player is not interested in moving to North London – potentially paving the way for Andersen to join.
    Varane is United’s first-choice target – according to Sport Witness – but the Prem giants may move for Andersen if the France international proves to be too expensive.
    The 28-year-old has reportedly given United ‘his word’ he will join the club this summer after a decade at Real.
    Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has already missed out on legendary Spanish defender Sergio Ramos, who’s joined Paris Saint-Germain.
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    Pep Guardiola insists Man City ‘cannot afford’ Harry Kane transfer as Spurs demand ‘impossible’ £150m fee

    PEP GUARDIOLA has insisted Manchester City ‘cannot afford’ to fork out £150million on Harry Kane.The Premier League champions are desperate for attacking reinforcements after Sergio Aguero’s free transfer departure to Barcelona.
    Pep Guardiola says Man City will not be held to ransom over a new strikerCredit: The Sun
    He insisted they cannot afford to sign £150m-rated Harry KaneCredit: PA
    The Cityzens have made England’s Euro 2020 hero Kane their No1 target after being put off Erling Haaland.
    That is due to Borussia Dortmund’s reluctance to sell until next year and £140m asking price.
    Wantaway Kane has already told Tottenham he wants to leave but the North London side are determined to keep him.
    And they are confident of doing that having slapped the huge £150m price tag on his head.
    Guardiola only has Brazilian Gabriel Jesus and Spain’s Ferran Torres as senior strikers in his squad with 18-year-old Liam Delap currently deputy.
    The City boss says they will not be held to ransom over Kane, who yesterday revealed he will hold further talks with Spurs after the Euros, or anyone else.
    Guardiola said: “At the prices [quoted] we are not going to buy any strikers. It is impossible, we cannot afford it.
    “All clubs are struggling financially; we are not an exception.”

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    He added: “We have Gabriel and Ferran who have been incredible in this position.
    “We have young players in the academy and we play many times with a false nine.
    “There is more of a chance we aren’t going to buy a striker for next season.”
    City did launch a £100m swoop for Kane last month after being informed they were his preferred destination.
    But Spurs chairman Daniel Levy has made it clear he wants to keep the star and he has instructed new manager Nuno Espirito Santo to plan his team with the ace included in it for this season.
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    Tottenham could replace Harry Kane with Switzerland’s Euro 2020 star Haris Seferovic as they weigh up transfer bid

    TOTTENHAM are reportedly lining up a move for Switzerland star Haris Seferovic as a potential replacement for Harry Kane.The Mirror claims Seferovic, 29, has caught the eye of new Spurs boss Nuno Espirito Santo after shining at Euro 2020.
    Spurs are lining up a summer move for Switzerland and Benfica striker Haris SeferovicCredit: Reuters
    Seferovic could arrive as a replacement for wantaway striker Harry KaneCredit: Reuters
    Seferovic scored three goals for Switzerland before they crashed out on penalties to Spain in the quarters.
    And the Benfica star could now be heading to London after an excellent season in Portugal.
    Seferovic netted 26 goals in all competitions, almost matching the 27 strikes he got in the 2018/19 campaign.
    The ex-Frankfurt hitman is believed to have a release clause of £50million in his Benfica contract.
    But Spurs believe they could land Seferovic for half that.
    Nuno, Daniel Levy and new sporting director Fabio Paratici are keen to ensure a top-class striker is ready to take over from Kane should the England captain force his way out this summer.
    Kane has made no secret of his desire to quit Spurs and challenge for trophies elsewhere, with Manchester City hoping to strike a mega-money deal.
    However, Kane opened the door to staying at Spurs when asked about potentially working under ex-Wolves boss Nuno.
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    Kane told TalkSport: “Whenever a new manager comes in, I guess there’s a level of excitement around the club.
    “Obviously I’ve not been there and not had any contact with him.
    “I’m away with England now and my full focus is on here. Hopefully, we’ve got a week left.
    “He’s a great manager and did a great job at Wolves and got them playing a really good way.
    “Let’s get back and I’m sure we’ll be in contact after the tournament.”
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    Harry Kane will open talks about Tottenham future with Nuno after Euro 2020 & reveals texts from ‘great’ Jose Mourinho

    HARRY KANE will open talks with Nuno Espirito Santo over his Tottenham future after Euro 2020. The England star also revealed he exchanged texts with former Spurs boss Jose Mourinho.
    Harry Kane has kept in touch with former Tottenham boss Jose MourinhoCredit: Eddie Keogh Telegraph Media Group
    New Spurs manager Nuno Espirito Santo will hold talks with Kane this summerCredit: Getty
    Kane, who is keen to leave the club this summer, told talkSPORT: “Whenever a new manager comes in, I guess there’s a level of excitement around the club.
    “Obviously, I’ve not been there and not had any contact with him.
    “I’m away with England now and my full focus is on here. Hopefully, we’ve got a week left.
    “He’s a great manager and did a great job at Wolves and got them playing a really good way.
    “Let’s get back and I’m sure we’ll be in contact after the tournament.”
    Kane’s priority is to lead England to glory at Euro 2020 with a huge semi-final against Denmark on Wednesday night.
    The England captain has also admitted new Roma boss Mourinho has been in touch with him over the summer.
    Kane said: “He’s great, he’s been texting me as well.

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    “It’s common knowledge we have a great relationship and got on really well.
    “I really respect him as a manager and person. I wish him all the best at Roma. It is great to have one of the best managers in the world on your side.
    “I will always respect him and hopefully be in contact with him for the rest of my career.”

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