Tottenham ’s move for Morgan Gibbs-White has been thrown into significant doubt amid reports Nottingham Forest are considering legal action over a perceived illegal approach. Spurs on Thursday made progress on a deal for the Forest midfielder, who is understood to have a £60million release clause in his contract.

Thomas Frank has had his say behind the scenes as Tottenham Hotspur whittle down their list of midfield targets in an aim to complete their revamp of the role.