Ange Postecoglou was captured crying after been sack today…

It may not feel international escapades are dominating the footballing stratosphere at present but clubs are working night and day to identify and secure signings ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.

Tottenham Hotspur, despite having a slow start to the window, have been doing exactly that, with technical director Johan Lange re-signing Timo Werner on loan for the forthcoming year, with a buy option included.

Moreover, Spurs have moved to close in on talented Leeds United star Archie Gray after the 18-year-old’s £35m transfer to Brentford fell through. The Athletic’s David Ornstein has confirmed that discussions are underway and all parties are optimistic that a move will be completed.

Gray is not the only midfielder being fought for, however, with another report suggesting that Daniel Levy could be ramping up the gas in the market…