Kyle Walker-Peters sends message to Dominic Solanke amid Tottenham signing talk
Kyle Walker-Peters sent an emotional message to Dominic Solanke amid speculation about a potential return to Tottenham this summer.
The talented full-back is out of contract at Southampton this summer, bringing an end to his five-year permanent stay at St Mary’s Stadium after joining from Spurs in 2020.
With six goals, 12 assists, and 192 appearances, the 28-year-old has been a loyal servant to the Saints over the last few seasons, with clubs now being alerted to his current situation on the south coast.
Tottenham could make a late move for Walker-Peters in the summer transfer window, with Thomas Frank requiring three more club-trained players for the Lilywhites’ Champions League squad.
Several other Premier League clubs, including Everton and Wolves, have taken an interest recently, but the player clearly remains well-connected to those back in North London.
Kyle Walker-Peters celebrates Dominic Solanke’s wedding
Taking to Instagram stories (20 June), Walker-Peters reacted to Solanke’s wedding celebrations, simply captioning his story: “My family!” with a white heart emoji.
Thomas Frank faces difficult summer ahead at Tottenham
Football Insider verdict
Finding a new full-back is likely to be the least of Thomas Frank‘s worries this summer, though it could be too good an offer to turn down a move for Walker-Peters on a free transfer.
The 28-year-old would help towards fixing Spurs’ current Champions League squad issue, and add another experienced head to what could be a very difficult season of transition for the Lilywhites.
Micky van de Ven’s recent quotes to the media would suggest a toxicity building up in the squad after Daniel Levy’s cut-throat decision to sack Ange Postecoglou days after winning the Europa League.
Both Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa could follow Frank to North London, which could be needed if Son Heung-min, Richarlison, Manor Solomon, and Dejan Kulusevski are all to leave.
It could be a very difficult summer for the new manager, given the current situation, but the supporters need to be behind him fully as Spurs prepare for the Champions League.
Fans are clearly not happy with the current situation, with many starting to believe in Postecoglou after finally lifting silverware in North London, but that is just what happens in the sport sometimes.