Overview

• Multiple reports say Spurs are preparing a January move for Al Hilal’s Ruben Neves, with an expected fee in the £17–20 million range and rival interest from Manchester United and Newcastle.
• Coverage indicates Neves is open to a return to Europe as he nears the final stretch of his Saudi Pro League contract, creating a potential market opportunity in the winter window.
• Tottenham are reported to be opening discussions in January to convert João Palhinha’s loan from Bayern Munich into a permanent deal via a buy option of roughly £26–27 million.
• Palhinha’s early-season form, including league-leading tackle numbers highlighted in recent match reports, is cited as the key driver behind Spurs’ intent to trigger the option.
• After Manchester City blocked a move for Savinho, Spurs assessed Sevilla’s Rubén Vargas, but current reporting says wide recruitment has been deprioritised given additions such as Xavi Simons and existing depth.