Croydon Kings Overview

Micky van de Ven can “level up” and become “one of the best in the world”, Toby Alderweireld has told GOAL, with the Dutch defender being informed that he does not need to leave Tottenham in order to join the elite. Speculation is raging around the Netherlands international in north London, with serious questions being asked of his future as another transfer window prepares to swing open.

Richarlison is likely to become “collateral damage” at Tottenham during the summer transfer window, Danny Murphy has told GOAL, with the Brazilian striker expected to be moved on as part of Roberto De Zerbi’s refresh. Comings and goings aplenty are being mooted in north London, with Spurs seeking a positive response to two relegation-threatened campaigns.

Brighton have reportedly lodged a £30 million bid for Tottenham defender Luka Vuskovic, creating a fresh twist in dealings between the two clubs. The Seagulls remain firm in their stance over Jan Paul van Hecke after rejecting two Spurs approaches, while the 19-year-old defender is said to be open to a move to the south coast.

Tottenham-bound defender Marcos Senesi has been officially drafted into Argentina's final 26-man World Cup squad as a late replacement for the injured Leonardo Balerdi. The versatile centre-back is heading to the United States to join Lionel Messi and the rest of the squad at their base camp, marking the end of a whirlwind week for the player.