Tottenham Hotspur are intensifying their efforts to secure midfield reinforcements, targeting Newcastle's Sandro Tonali and West Ham's Mateus Fernandes. The north London club is prepared to outbid Manchester United for Fernandes, a 21-year-old Portuguese midfielder who joined West Ham from Southampton for £38 million last summer. Despite Newcastle demanding a substantial fee for Italy international Tonali, Spurs remain determined to land the 24-year-old.
West Ham Face Relegation Fallout
West Ham United, relegated from the Premier League, need to raise funds and are expected to lose Fernandes. The midfielder impressed during his debut season and is also a target for Manchester United and Real Madrid. However, Tottenham are pushing ahead and are willing to offer better financial terms than United. Additionally, Spurs are among clubs monitoring West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville, who has scored twice for the Netherlands at the World Cup. Chelsea and Manchester United are also tracking Summerville, while Aston Villa, Chelsea, and Everton have expressed interest in captain Jarrod Bowen. West Ham are desperate to retain Bowen, their key player.
Chelsea Target Atalanta's Palestra
Chelsea are considering a move for Atalanta right-back Marco Palestra, a major target for Inter Milan. The Serie A champions have been pushing to complete a £38.8 million deal for the 21-year-old, but face competition from Chelsea and one other Premier League side. Palestra, who spent last season on loan at Cagliari, has made two appearances for Italy. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is assessing his squad and looking to bolster the defence. His current right-back options are Reece James and Malo Gusto, the latter of whom could be moved on.
Centre-Back Targets: Lacroix and Ramón
Chelsea are also targeting centre-backs, with Crystal Palace's Maxence Lacroix high on the list. The 26-year-old French defender has interest from elsewhere. Chelsea are also considering Como's Jacobo Ramón. The club could sign two centre-backs, but that may depend on outgoings. There is uncertainty over Trevoh Chalobah and Wesley Fofana. Additionally, Alonso needs extra depth at left-back after Marc Cucurella joined Real Madrid.
