Tottenham Hotspur are pressing ahead with plans to reinforce their midfield this summer and one name on their shortlist has emerged among the Championship’s most highly-rated midfielders this season.
Tottenham Hotspur are looking to bolster their midfield this summer. The midfield has been a major problem area for Spurs this season, with Rodrigo Bentancur and Yves Bissouma struggling to find consistent form.
The Malian, in particular, has been underwhelming. Bissouma’s recent performances have drawn criticism from Spurs supporters, as the stats from his last five appearances paint a concerning picture.
As a result, Spurs have reportedly held crunch talks with Bissouma about his future at the club. Following those discussions, it has been suggested that Tottenham are now open to selling Bissouma this summer.
Tottenham join Aston Villa and Crystal Palace in the race for Hayden Hackney
According to Football Insider, Tottenham have now joined Aston Villa and Crystal Palace in their pursuit of Middlesbrough’s highly-rated midfielder Hayden Hackney.
The 22-year-old is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders currently operating outside the Premier League, and his performances in the Championship have now caught the attention of several top-flight clubs.
However, Hackney is not the only midfield target Spurs are considering. Tottenham are also firmly in the race to sign Lille midfielder Angel Gomes as they look to reshape their midfield options ahead of the new season.
Spurs face competition as Middlesbrough prepare for potential bidding war
Of course, Spurs are not alone in their pursuit of Hackney, with Aston Villa and Crystal Palace also monitoring the situation closely.
Increased interest from multiple Premier League clubs could drive up the 22-year-old’s price, as Middlesbrough look to maximise their earnings from any potential sale.
Middlesbrough had high hopes of securing promotion to the Premier League this season, but their chances are slim.
They currently sit eighth in the Championship, three points outside the playoff places, and failure to secure top-flight football could significantly weaken their hopes of holding on to Hackney. It would also significantly reduce the amount they can get from the player.