Tottenham Hotspur are now considering making a move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto after adding him to their summer transfer shortlist, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Tottenham‘s progress in adding to their attack has been slow, especially compared to the six signings they made in relatively quick succession at the beginning of the summer transfer window.

Spurs have identified Manchester City winger Savinho as their top target, like he was last summer, but they are yet to reach a breakthrough in talks with the former Premier League winners over a deal.

Indeed, City appear to want to land the Brazilian’s replacement before they consider doing a deal with the north London outfit for the 22-year-old forward.

Tottenham are being heavily linked with other players too, with Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo emerging in recent weeks as a key target for Roberto De Zerbi.

The Italian wants to add the Netherlands international to his squad for next season, with Fabrizio Romano suggesting that the interest in him and Savinho is separate.

Spurs are also being linked with strikers too, including Victor Osimhen and Nicolas Jackson, although Alasdair Gold has played down speculation linking them with the latter.

Meanwhile, City are considering Chelsea attacker Pedro Neto as a replacement for Savinho, but they aren’t the only Premier League club keen.

Tottenham Keen on Pedro Neto

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Romano revealed on Tuesday evening, via his X account, that City have now made direct contact with Neto’s representatives as talks start over a potential move to the Etihad for the Portugal international.

However, the Italian journalist confirmed at the same time that Spurs have also added the ‘world-class’ winger, as described by ex-Blues boss Liam Rosenior, to their transfer shortlist too, as they step up their bid to add to their attack ahead of the Premier League season getting underway later this month.

Chelsea signed Neto for £54m from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2024, and it remains to be seen how much they would demand to sell him now.

Tottenham Eyeing Another Premier League Winger

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Tottenham are clearly lining up alternatives if they don’t land their preferred targets, seemingly Savinho and Gakpo right now, after links to yet another Premier League forward.

We know that De Zerbi clearly favours Premier League experience after Spurs’ summer business so far, with all six of their summer additions having played in the English top flight before.

It is a pattern that doesn’t seem set to change with the new attackers the Italian brings in either, with Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye the latest player mentioned alongside Tottenham, as well as interest from a number of their Premier League rivals.

Manchester United, Arsenal and Aston Villa are also being linked with the Senegal international, who is also the subject of interest from Saudi club Al-Hilal.

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Iliman Ndiaye this summer, although Everton’s purported £75 million valuation could deter the North London club from making a move, according to CaughtOffside.

Roberto De Zebi has been rampant in his first transfer window as Spurs boss so far, spending around £235 million on several reinforcements. Sandro Tonali was acquired for £100 million, while Mateus Fernandes arrived for £85 million and Jan Paul van Hecke joined for £52 million.

Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi have also been added to the Italian’s squad on free transfers.

Attention now turns to strengthening the attacking areas of Tottenham’s ensemble, with a striker and a wide player both on the agenda.

Ndiaye is a target for the Lilywhites, although Everton’s steep valuation and competition from a number of other clubs could make a potential deal for the Senegalese difficult.

Tottenham Monitoring Iliman Ndiaye’s Situation

Ndiaye has enjoyed two relatively productive seasons at Everton since completing his switch from Marseille to Merseyside in the summer of 2024. Netting eleven goals in his debut campaign in the north-west, he then followed that up with six goals and three assists last term.

This form has prompted several clubs to take a look at the ‘hugely exciting’ 26-year-old, including the likes of Spurs, Manchester United, Arsenal and Al-Hilal.

CaughtOffside indicate that Al-Hilal are currently best placed to land Ndiaye’s signature due to the financial package Everton are said to be demanding for one of their prized assets.

The Toffees reportedly want around £75 million for the former Sheffield United man – a sum the Saudi club would be comfortable meeting, but a figure Tottenham may deem excessive.

United are said to be the Premier League side most aggressively pursuing Ndiaye, with Spurs’ interest believed to be at a very preliminary stage for the time being.

Iliman Ndiaye Would Be an Astute Xavi Simons Replacement For Tottenham

It seems clear that De Zerbi is planning on using a mix of Conor Gallagher and James Maddison as his number ten options next season, in front of the newly-formed double pivot consisting of Fernandes and Tonali.

That likely means that Xavi Simons is pencilled in for a spot off the left once he returns, rather than a central role. The Dutchman sustained an ACL injury towards the back end of last season and will miss the majority of the upcoming campaign.

Thus, Spurs need a similar profile to Simons on this flank for the time being, and Ndiaye fits the bill. The Everton star is a creative wide forward, a prolific dribbler and excellent at operating in the left-half spaces, just like the former RB Leipzig man.

If Spurs can leapfrog the likes of United and Al-Hilal in the race to sign Ndiaye, they ought to do it.

Since its debut in 2020, Ted Lasso has become one of television’s most beloved sports comedies, earning critical acclaim for its heartfelt storytelling, memorable characters and authentic portrayal of the football world.

While AFC Richmond may be fictional, the series has regularly blurred the line between fiction and reality by featuring a host of famous footballers in cameo appearances.

From Premier League legends to European icons, the Apple TV hit has welcomed some of the biggest names in the sport, with many appearing as themselves to add an extra layer of realism to the show’s football universe.

Whether making a brief appearance during match coverage, taking part in interviews or popping up in unexpected moments, each cameo has been a treat for eagle-eyed fans.

Chris Kamara

Mostly known for his time reporting for Sky Sports’ Gillette Soccer Saturday, Chris Kamara started his playing career in 1975 with Portsmouth, before playing right across the country throughout his 20-year career, with stints at Swindon, Brentford and Leeds before retiring at Bradford City. His first appearance in Ted Lasso comes during the second episode of the second series, appearing alongside the foul-mouthed Roy Kent as he tries his hand at punditry.

Clinton Morrison

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Known for his two stints at Crystal Palace, as well as his time at Birmingham City and Coventry City, Clinton Morrison is another pundit to have portrayed himself in the hit comedy series. First appearing in the season three episode titled “We’ll Never Have Paris”, much like Kamara, the former Premier League striker, who represented the Republic of Ireland at international level, appears on-screen as a Sky Sports pundit, and can be spotted in three episodes of the series.

Paul Merson

Once again, another one of Sky Sports’ most respected pundits has made an appearance in Ted Lasso. Paul Merson, who spent the vast majority of his playing career at Arsenal, appears in just one episode in season three, titled “4-5-1”, during which he also appears as a pundit, alongside Morrison, and long-serving Sky Sports presenter Jeff Stelling.

Thierry Henry

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Widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time, it’s no surprise that those behind the award-winning series requested the acting abilities of the Frenchman. Thierry Henry, who netted 174 times during his first stint at the Gunners, first appeared during the season two episode “Beard After Hours”, before making a further two cameos the following season. Henry’s acting chops were well known beforehand, with the legendary Arsenal striker appearing in a classic Renault advert in 2002.

Gary Lineker

Perhaps the most recognisable face of British football punditry, Lineker was inevitably going to feature in the series in some capacity. Having played for the likes of Barcelona and Tottenham Hotspur, following retirement, Gary Lineker became the poster-boy of the BBC’s football highlights program “Match Of The Day”. The Englishman features alongside Henry in all three episodes.

Peter Crouch

Known for his towering figure and acrobatic finishing, Peter Crouch has become one of the nation’s most beloved footballing superstars. Having featured for ten different English clubs, his 6 ft 7in frame made him hard to miss and saw him become one of football’s most identifiable stars. During the series, Crouch can be heard in radio show clips discussing the latest events at AFC Richmond.

Jermaine Jenas

With his single appearance during the season three episode “Big Week” as a pundit on the Premier League round-up show, Jermaine Jenas became the latest football star to portray his day job on the big screen. Having started his playing career at Nottingham Forest, a three-year stay in Newcastle paved the way for a move to Spurs, where he would stay for eight years before making a permanent move to QPR.

Ian Wright

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Whilst many football fans will know Ian Wright for his time as a pundit, particularly for his role on Sky Sports’ “Stick To Football”, Crystal Palace and Arsenal fans will recall his undoubted goalscoring ability. Wright’s sole appearance in Ted Lasso comes during the second season, where he also plays the part of a pundit.

Pep Guardiola

As one of the greatest managers to have ever managed in football, it seems rather fitting that Pep Guardiola appears in a show about a coach’s first steps into Premier League management. Appearing in the penultimate episode of the third season, titled “Mom City”, Guardiola acts out his role as Manchester City head coach in a game against Richmond, and shares a heartfelt moment with Lasso following the conclusion of the game.

Eni Aluko

Having previously played at Chelsea and Juventus, Eni Aluko is one of the most well-known female pundits in world football. Starting out at Birmingham City, Aluko enjoyed spells at Charlton and Chelsea before moving across the Atlantic, where she featured for numerous North American clubs. Her lone cameo in Ted Lasso comes in season two, episode five, during which she participates in a street football match against Richmond captain Isaac McAdoo.