Tottenham are hoping to bring in Conor Gallagher’s replacement in the coming months.
Tottenham are aiming to build on their winning momentum under Roberto de Zerbi when the Lilywhites face Aston Villa in the Premier League on Sunday. It is a must-win encounter for the North Londoners, with their top-flight status still hanging in the balance during these final weeks of the season. A victory would lift De Zerbi’s men out of the relegation zone and move them one step closer to safety as the campaign enters its decisive phase.
It is vital for the Lilywhites to finish the season strongly before turning their attention to summer reinforcements. There are several glaring issues within the squad that must be addressed in the coming months. Chief among them is the absence of a prolific box-to-box midfielder capable of influencing both ends of the pitch. Spurs are currently lacking that profile in their squad as they look to compete with the league’s stronger sides under Roberto de Zerbi.
The North Londoners did sign Conor Gallagher in the winter on a long-term deal. The England international was expected to become a key figure in the club’s fight against relegation during the second half of the season. However, it is fair to say that the midfielder has struggled to make an impact at N17, enduring a difficult spell in a side already lacking confidence. Supporters have also grown frustrated watching Gallagher fail to assert himself in the middle of the park this season.
Tottenham all set to miss out on Napoli star Scott McTominay
Tottenham are now hoping to secure a new midfielder in the upcoming transfer window. With the club enduring a torrid Premier League campaign, several key players are expected to depart in the coming weeks as the Lilywhites prepare for a squad overhaul. Yves Bissouma is reportedly set to leave N17 on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract. Meanwhile, Conor Gallagher has already been linked with an early exit after an underwhelming spell at the North London club.
As a result, it comes as no surprise that Spurs are keen to sign a new midfielder capable of making an immediate impact under Roberto de Zerbi. Recent reports have linked the Lilywhites with Napoli star Scott McTominay. The Scotland international is enjoying a brilliant second season at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, earning cult-hero status for his performances in Naples. With that in mind, the North Londoners are eager to lure him back to the Premier League by offering him a key role in the starting eleven.
Spurs, however, may fall short in their pursuit of the 29-year-old in the coming months. As per TEAMtalk, Scott McTominay is set to extend his stay at Napoli once the season concludes. He is in no hurry to return to the Premier League and remains determined to continue building his legacy in Naples. The Serie A giants are also prepared to offer him a lucrative five-year contract, which would make him one of the highest-paid players in the division. And there is a strong possibility that the Scotland international will accept the proposal, turning down a potential move to Hotspur Way.
Spurs should now shift their focus elsewhere if they are serious about strengthening their midfield this summer. Recent reports have also linked the Lilywhites with Liverpool star Curtis Jones. The England international is believed to be seeking a fresh challenge in the coming months after slipping down the pecking order at Anfield under Arne Slot. As a result, the North Londoners must do everything possible to secure the prolific midfielder as Conor Gallagher’s long-term replacement in the centre of the park.