Tottenham could be handed a double blow this summer. With Spurs keen on Marco Silva as a potential Ange Postecoglou replacement, Fulham are making a move to convince their manager to stay—by targeting one of Tottenham’s transfer priorities, Angel Gomes.
Tottenham Hotspur have endured a frustrating campaign, and Postecoglou’s position is under increasing scrutiny.
Spurs have reportedly compiled a shortlist of potential replacements should they decide to part ways with Ange Postecoglou.
Among the names on that list is Marco Silva, who has impressed at Fulham and, notably, guided his side to a statement victory over Spurs—handing them their 15th league defeat of the season.
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Fulham rival Spurs for Angel Gomes
Angel Gomes has been on Tottenham’s radar for some time, with the club eager to bolster their midfield options this summer.
The former Manchester United youngster is set to become a free agent, making him an attractive prospect for clubs across Europe.
Given Tottenham’s clear priority to reinforce their midfield this summer, a move for Gomes makes sense.
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However, TBR Football has now reported a significant twist—Fulham have entered the race for Gomes and they see him as a perfect fit for Silva’s system.
The publication claims that the Lille midfielder has attracted interest from nearly a dozen clubs, with multiple teams holding talks over a potential deal.
Tottenham remain firmly in the mix, but Fulham have now stepped up their pursuit, holding discussions over what a move for the England youth international could look like.
With both clubs vying for his signature, Spurs could find themselves in a direct battle with the very club they are looking to poach a manager from.
Fulham want to keep Marco Silva away from Tottenham
Fulham’s interest in Gomes suggests they are planning for life under Marco Silva, a man Spurs are seriously considering for their own dugout.
If Gomes is seen as a key piece of Silva’s long-term plans, this move signals the club’s intent to back him in the transfer market—a clear statement that they are not prepared to lose their manager without a fight.
For Spurs, this is a double blow. Not only do they risk missing out on a talented midfielder they have been monitoring, but they also face the real possibility of seeing Silva commit his future to Fulham instead.
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