Tottenham Hotspur have a bunch of very exciting young players at their disposal right now, but it looks like three of the best will be heading out on loan this season to gain more experience.
Spurs trio need first-team football
Thanks to the success of the Under-21 team last season in winning the Premier League 2 title, Tottenham now have one of the most talented and sought-after groups of young players in England.
A number of them have been mixing it with the senior squad lately, too, gaining valuable game time in pre-season. We also saw the likes of Jamie Donley and Mikey Moore getting cameo appearances in the Premier League towards the end of last season.
Now, a report from The Standard has made it clear which young stars will be shipped out on loan this season to gain experience, with Donley, Alfie Devine, and Ashley Phillips all thought to be available for temporary moves.
It is said Spurs want the three players to “continue their development” elsewhere this season. Phillips is one player on that list who has a known suitor, with Spanish side Getafe thought to be keen on the centre-half.
Jamie Donley is expected to join Leyton Orient on loan for the 2024/25 season, while Josh Keeley may also follow him (Alasdair Gold).
Meanwhile, Will Lankshear “could be loaned out,” though there is a chance he will be retained after the departures of both Alejo Veliz and Dane Scarlett, who joined Espanyol and Oxford United, respectively, on loan.
Mikey Moore will stay at Spurs
Among the talk of those who will be heading out on loan, it is suggested Mikey Moore will remain with Spurs for the season and will “compete for first-team minutes” after impressing in pre-season.
The decision to keep Moore close to the senior squad could lead to the departure of Manor Solomon, who is also expected to be made available for a loan deal.
Spurs Web Opinion
Personally, I would be tempted to keep Alfie Devine in the squad, as he already went on loan last season. But, if we can get the right moves for those three, it makes sense to get them regular minutes at a decent level.