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Tottenham injury concerns could prompt £70m bid for a 2026 World Cup winner

Tottenham’s injury concerns in a crucial part of the pitch could convince them to make a big statement of ambition in the upcoming transfer window.…

By Bharad Thirumalai · Spurs web

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 5:30 PM

Key Things to Know

Tottenham are reportedly ready to submit an £70m permanent transfer bid for Atletico Madrid's Alex Baena.
Injuries to Xavi Simons, Dejan Kulusevski, and James Maddison have left Tottenham short in the number 10 role.
Atletico Madrid have no intention of selling the 25-year-old World Cup winner in the January window.

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Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly contemplating a permanent €80m (£69.6m) bid for Atletico Madrid attacking midfielder Alex Baena to address their midfield injury issues. Manager Roberto De Zerbi faces limited attacking options following long-term injuries to Xavi Simons, Dejan Kulusevski, and fitness struggles for James Maddison.

However, Atletico Madrid currently have no intention of parting ways with the 25-year-old Spain international during the January transfer window. Baena is also reported to be happy in Madrid, despite previous interest from Manchester City, Newcastle United, and Aston Villa.

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