Spurs could turn to De Zerbi – Saturday’s gossip

Several names – including those of two former club heroes – are in the running to take the reins at Tottenham, while Serie A champions Napoli are looking to secure the future of Scott McTominay.

Tottenham have held talks with former Marseille boss Roberto de Zerbi about a summer appointment if they stay in the Premier League. (Telegraph – subscription required), external

Former manager and player Glenn Hoddle has offered to ensure Tottenham avoid relegation should interim boss Igor Tudor be sacked after losing his opening three games. (Mail), external

Another former Tottenham player, Robbie Keane, has also emerged as one of the leading candidates if the north London side axe the Croat. (TeamTalk), external

Napoli hope to move quickly to secure the long-term future of Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay, 29, amid interest from the Premier League. (Goal), external

Newcastle United striker William Osula says he does not know what the future holds, but his focus for now is on Tyneside. The 22-year-old Dane has previously been linked with Stuttgart. (ChronicleLive), external

Antoine Griezmann, 34, has decided not to leave Atletico Madrid mid-season; Orlando City had showed strong interest in the former France forward. (L’Equipe – in French, subscription required), external

Manchester City are sure to offer England international Phil Foden a new contract when his current one expires at the end of next season, but negotiations will not be easy given the 25-year-old midfielder’s inconsistent form. (The Athletic – subscription required), external

England midfielder Mason Mount, 27, has no intention of forcing an exit from Manchester United this summer. (Football Insider), external

Manchester United have been informed that Trabzonspor are not willing to pay the club’s valuation of £40m to £43m for Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, 29, this summer. (MEN), external

Brentford winger Kevin Schade, 24, continues to attract interest with Tottenham, Bayern Munich and Inter Milan chasing the Germany international’s signature. (TeamTalk, external)