Tottenham have launched a joint bid for James Maddison and Harvey Barnes following Leicester’s relegation from the Premier League.
The pair are in demand after contributing 23 goals and 10 assists between them last term in a struggling team, with Newcastle also interested in both, and West Ham and Aston Villa keeping a close eye on Barnes.
But it is thought Spurs have made the first move, with the combined offer – believed to be in excess of £50million – set to be rejected by Leicester.
Mail Sport reported on June 8 that Spurs had made the signing of Maddison a priority for this summer, though Newcastle have been following the playmaker closely for the last 12 months, and can offer Champions League football.