Tottenham prepare for talks with Liverpool star’s entourage as summer move beckons

As a result, the 22-year-old, who was pivotal in England’s European Under-21 Championship success in Slovakia and was crowned Player of the tournament recently, wants to move on to pastures new to revive his career.

Tottenham join Newcastle United in Harvey Elliott race

Now, according to former Manchester United and Blackburn Rovers scout Mick Brown, Tottenham have joined Newcastle United in the race to sign Elliott. They are set to hold talks with the Liverpool star’s representatives. There is no shortage of interest in the Euro Under-21 champion, with Fulham, Brighton and several Bundesliga clubs also vying for his signature.

“There’s no shortage of interest in Harvey Elliott,” Mick Brown exclusively told Football Insider.

“Newcastle and Tottenham are the latest names I’ve heard, both of them are going to test the waters and see what it would take to bring him in. They’ll speak to his agent and find out what he’s asking for and what Liverpool are going to want.

“Both clubs will know what he can do, they’ll know the pros and the cons, and they’ll weigh those up against his price tag before making a move.

“He doesn’t have much of a place at Liverpool anymore, so they’re ready to let him go. It could be one that drags on until late in the window, because he’s going to have to consider all of his options before making a final decision.”

Do Spurs need Harvey Elliott?

Tottenham have strengthened their right flank with the acquisition of Kudus. The Ghanaian can play in a variety of attacking positions but he is expected to challenge Brennan Johnson for a place in the starting XI.

Then there is also Dejan Kulusevski, who was transformed into a central midfielder from an inconsistent winger by Ange Postecoglou last season. Being a left-footed player, Kulusevski can play out wide and through the middle, so all eyes will be on Thomas Frank as to how he uses the Swede in his system.

Considering Spurs are now well-stocked as far as the options on the right flank are concerned, there is no immediate requirement for a player like Elliott in Frank’s squad. Instead, Frank and Co. must look to splash the cash on a combative, ball-winning No.6 who can bring much-needed balance to the side.