Tottenham set to make second bid for Brighton centre-back Van Hecke
Tottenham's opening offer fell short of Brighton's asking price and was rejected; a fresh bid is expected soon. Van Hecke shares a close relationship with De Zerbi.
Tottenham's opening offer fell short of Brighton's asking price and was rejected; a fresh bid is expected soon. Van Hecke shares a close relationship with De Zerbi.
At 40, James Milner has become the Premier League's all-time appearance record holder with 658 games, from youngest goalscorer at 16 to second-oldest scorer at 39—a legendary career that will be hard to replicate.
Forty-year-old James Milner announced his retirement on social media, ending a 24-year top-flight career with 658 Premier League appearances to his name.
After Tottenham secured survival, De Zerbi is planning to bring in three former Brighton players in the summer window and has set his sights on seven targets including Senesi, Robertson, Trafford and Stones.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin pounced on a Brighton mistake in stoppage time as Leeds claimed all three points with just one shot on target all match, with Roy Keane heaping praise on the free-agent striker.
Reports say Tottenham are leading the race for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba thanks to their manager's prior connection, while Manchester United's verbal agreement reportedly remains valid.
Brighton CEO Paul Barber said Roberto De Zerbi admired Tottenham's style of play from a young age; Spurs are unbeaten in their last three matches, with Monday's clash against Leeds crucial to their survival bid.
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