Tottenham Hotspur have been looking to bring in a new central midfielder in the upcoming January transfer window.

Joao Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur have forged a strong partnership in the middle of the park under Thomas Frank. Palhinha, in particular, has been a standout performer along with Mohammed Kudus this season, after arriving on loan from Bayern Munich. Such has been his strong impact that the club bosses are already planning to sign him on a permanent deal.

However, the Portugal international will already turn 31 in July, meaning he could only provide a stop-gap solution in midfield to Spurs if he’s signed permanently from Bayern Munich. Keeping that in mind, Tottenham are also planning a succession story for Palhinha simultaneously.

As per recent reports, the Lilywhites are keen on signing highly-rated LOSC Lille talent Ayyoub Bouaddi. They have been among several English clubs to have sent scouts to watch him this season.

Tottenham have carried out checks on Lille prodigy Ayyoub Bouaddi

Several clubs across Europe have been tracking Ayyoub Bouaddi ever since he made his first-team debut for Lille at a tender age of 16. The midfielder is proving to be a standout performer for Lille, having emerged as one of the...