Tottenham’s busy summer transfer window is continuing to move at pace, as the club are closing in on their fifth signing of the market so far.

Spurs have already made several key additions to the squad, as the free agent pairing of Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson were the first two through the door.

Jan Paul van Hecke then joined from Brighton for a fee in the region of £52 million, before the most recent addition of Martin Dubravka from Burnley to help bolster the goalkeeping ranks.

While all of those moves are helping Tottenham move closer to completing a full rebuild of the team, there is still work to do, and the club are determined to get that wrapped up as soon as possible.

Tottenham Reach Mateus Fernandes Agreement

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The midfield is an area that Tottenham are keen to strengthen next, with several targets outlined as options who could bring extra quality to the role.

Talks are underway to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, with contact made between clubs to explore the terms for a deal that could total £100 million.

The Italian international isn’t the only one, however, as Tottenham have also been linked with Mateus Fernandes of West Ham in recent weeks.

The 21-year-old has been a target for a whole host of clubs, including Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Arsenal, but it seems as though the Lilywhites have pushed on to get a deal over the line.

Now, according to freegard media, Tottenham have reached a verbal agreement with West Ham over a deal to sign the Portuguese international.

It appears to put Spurs in the most advanced position of all their rivals in the race to land Fernandes, with recent reports claiming that a valuation of £80 million was being set by the Hammers.

It’s unclear whether that is the rough agreement Tottenham have struck with their London rivals or not, but it certainly stands them in good stead this summer.

Can Tottenham Land Tonali Too?

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If Tottenham get a deal over the line for Fernandes in the coming weeks, then they will have done well to beat several of their rivals to his signature this summer.

The midfield will be reinforced with an impressive all-round option with plenty of potential to grow further, though there may be questions about whether he will inject enough quality into the team.

That’s where a deal for Tonali could come in, with the 26-year-old showing plenty of quality as he moves towards the peak years of his career.

Adding the Italian midfield maestro into the mix will bring another layer of class, with his out of possession work being complemented well by a decent range of in-possession skills.

The larger question is whether Tottenham can afford to complete both deals. The duo could cost up to £180 million combined, a huge fee that would be tough for any team to achieve, let alone one without Champions League football.

However, if sales can help push through those moves, it could bring instant impact to the team for next season.

Newcastle United are set to be in the market for a striker this summer, as Football Insider reports that a transfer exit could spark a move in the coming weeks.

It comes as the Magpies look to reinforce the squad with more quality, after a disappointing Premier League campaign that saw the side finish mid-table.

Several exits are expected, with Anthony Gordon’s move to Barcelona just the first of a few deals that could help create space and funds for other deals in the market.

Another Newcastle star looks set to follow Gordon out of the club, with a plan now in place for a replacement.

Nick Woltemade Expected To Leave Newcastle

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As Newcastle prepare to ramp up their business this summer, Football Insider reports that an exit for Nick Woltemade is likely to come in the next few weeks.

The Germany international signed for £69 million last summer and was viewed as an ideal replacement for Alexander Isak, who left to join Liverpool after that deal was sealed.

Despite a quick start, Woltemade struggled, alongside fellow summer signing Yoane Wissa, as William Osula was given the nod ahead of the pair in the latter half of the campaign.

With the striker moves not exactly working out, it looks like an exit for the 24-year-old could be on the cards. The report describes a move as “likely”, claiming that Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund remain interested in a deal.

Premier League rivals Aston Villa have been linked in recent weeks, but the report adds that he is not currently on their radar as they look to strengthen elsewhere in the squad.

It remains to be seen how much of that £69 million fee Newcastle could recoup this summer, but it could be a huge factor in what other moves the team could consider.

Newcastle Striker Transfer Plan

With an exit for Woltemade now likely, Football Insider adds that Newcastle’s plan is to replace him with a young striker who has plenty of potential for the future.

It’s the type of profile that plenty of clubs want, meaning there could be plenty of competition for the Magpies for some key targets over the summer transfer window.

Liam Delap could be one star they consider. The 23-year-old has struggled at Chelsea and looks set to leave this summer, but there are signs of quality with his spell at Ipswich Town the year before.

Other options could emerge in the coming weeks, but for now, it appears as though the priority is for wingers as direct replacements to Gordon in the forward line.

It may take an exit for someone like Woltemade to step up the interest in those strikers for the future.

Manchester United are looking at potential future stars, as TeamTalk reports that the club are joined by seven of their Premier League rivals in the race for a transfer target.

The Red Devils continue to balance the need for short-term improvement and long-term gains, with transfers that have reflected both sides of the squad-building challenge that faces the recruitment team.

Players at their peak such as Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha were signed last summer to bring instant improvement to the team, while someone like Benjamin Sesko was landed with a view to the future.

It certainly worked, as Michael Carrick eventually got Man United back to the Champions League, but the task next season remains a challenging one.

While some signings will join with that in mind for the coming campaign, the Old Trafford outfit keep on scouting for the stars of the future.

Man United Want Blackburn Wonderkid Ty Livesey

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As Man United continue to scout for young stars to add to their talent pool, TeamTalk reports that they are in the mix to sign Blackburn Rovers youngster Ty Livesey.

The attacking midfielder, who is described as a “sensation” in the report, is viewed as a quality up-and-coming star in academy football, having featured recently for the Rovers’ under-18s at just 15 years old.

The youngster is claimed to have registered over 100 goals and assists in the youth setup already, as he continues to rise the ranks towards a senior football career.

Man United are outlined as a leading contender to land Livesey, if he wishes to leave Blackburn, while Manchester City and Liverpool are also believed to be at the front of the pack.

There are five other teams in the mix, as Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham are claimed to be monitoring his progress, while Newcastle and Brighton are also there.

It means Man United face tough competition to land another future star for their setup, while Blackburn have their own fight to try and keep hold of the talented youngster for the future.

Manchester United Keep Building For The Future

Manchester United face some important decisions this summer that will determine whether they can keep competing at the top, or whether they need to reassess the current situation.

The concerning decline of the club in recent years has been halted and there is a sense that things are moving in the right direction again with some smart signings.

At the forefront of future success will be long-term thinking with signings, ensuring that new talent can stay with the club for a while, maximising their potential while at Old Trafford.

Livesey could be the latest addition to a Man United academy that is stocked full of talent. It’s that youth which has been a core identity of the club in the past.

Rediscovering that and giving opportunities to young players will play a huge part in the club returning to the top, so scouting the next generation and landing them ahead of their rivals shows United mean business again.