Overview
- German media report that negotiations between Sebastian Kehl and Tottenham broke down after talks failed to resolve differences on the club’s sporting direction.
- Kehl travelled to London and held intensive discussions with Tottenham but did not sign a contract, according to the coverage.
- Reports identify clashing views on modern squad planning and long‑term player development as the central obstacle to a deal.
- The vacancy followed Fabio Paratici’s departure and Tottenham had been expected to integrate Kehl alongside existing sporting director Johan Lange.
- Kehl left Borussia Dortmund in March after more than 20 years and remains available while media say he is in contact with other international clubs; the reporting relies mainly on Bild, Transfermarkt and earlier Sky coverage and is not fully corroborated.