Tottenham Hotspur have reignited their interest in an experienced former Premier League midfielder, whom they explored a move for in the summer transfer window.
It has been widely reported that signing a top-class wide-forward will be Spurs’ priority in the January window.
Now, it has been suggested that the North Londoners could look to offer a player, who swapped the Premier League for the Saudi Pro League in 2023, a route back to England.
Tottenham have enquired about Ruben Neves
It was reported back in the summer that Spurs had expressed an interest in Ruben Neves, and it appears that Thomas Frank’s men have reignited their interest in the former Wolves man ahead of the January window.
This is according to Fichajes, who say that Neves has made it clear that he wants to return to the Premier League and is looking for ‘an ambitious project that guarantees him game time’.
Spurs have enquired about the 28-year-old, whose experience in England, vision, and leadership qualities are thought to appeal to the Lilywhites.
Neves is ready to leave Al-Hilal in January, but Tottenham face competition for his services from two of their Premier League rivals.
Man United and Newcastle are leading the race for Neves
Fichajes say that Man United and Newcastle have also shown an interest in the former Wolves, and as things stand, those clubs are the ‘leading candidates’ to land the player.
The Red Devils see Neves as someone who can ‘provide balance’ to their midfield, while the Magpies have identified him as a ‘priority signing’ for January to address their squad depth issues.
However, the challenge for all three clubs is the midfielder’s salary, with the Portugal international currently earning more than €400,000 per week (over £350k).
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