Bayelsa United Overview

Tottenham Hotspur attacker Xavi Simons has opened up about the immense psychological strain caused by the serious knee injury that has kept him sidelined since April. The Netherlands international admitted to experiencing dark moments away from the spotlight while his teammates fought through a difficult relegation battle at the end of last season.

Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison faces a slim chance of sealing a January return to former club Everton despite being frozen out under head coach Roberto De Zerbi. The Toffees are reluctant to revive their interest in the Brazilian this winter and are instead assessing a move for prolific Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Beljo.

Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane has refused to close the door on returning to Tottenham Hotspur or a rival Premier League side after recently extending his Bayern Munich contract. Alongside addressing his domestic future, the England captain has set his sights on leading his country at the 2030 World Cup.

Dejan Kulusevski has revealed he turned down a knee transplant over the summer and admitted he was disappointed by people at Tottenham during his long injury nightmare. The Sweden international, who spent more than 500 days on the sidelines, says many at the club were sceptical about his recovery, but insists he has to forgive everything as he prepares for his international comeback.