Sources: Postecoglou changes his mind on Emerson Royal transfer after latest Tottenham offer
Emerson Royal will stay at Tottenham beyond the 1st February cut-off after the club rejected an offer from Saudi side Al-Nassr, sources have told Football Insider.
Speaking to the new edition of Football Insider’s Insider Track Podcast, transfer correspondent Pete O’Rourke revealed that Spurs are unwilling to sanction his departure after he has emerged as a key player for Ange Postecoglou.
It is believed that the Lilywhites had been eager to get the Brazilian off their books last summer, but the manager has changed his mind and now wants to keep him after his impactful performances.
The 25-year-old fell out of favour last season but performed excellently during Spurs’ injury crisis by filling in across the backline and contributing to key victories.
He has made 21 appearances in all competitions this season, notching a goal on the opening day of the campaign against Brentford.
Well-placed sources have told Football Insider that their January business is likely to be over once they complete their move for Antonio Nusa, meaning Emerson will remain in north London for the remainder of the season.
As revealed by Football Insider (24 January), Spurs are likely to make the Club Brugge wonderkid Nusa their last signing of the January window.
It is believed that Tottenham are happy with their winter business, having already brought in Radu Dragusin on a permanent deal and Timo Werner on loan for the rest of the season.
Tottenham sit fifth in the Premier League table after their 2-2 draw against Man United on Sunday 14 January.
They are next in action against Man City in the fourth round of the FA Cup at home on Friday evening (26 January).
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