Man Utd’s Harry Kane alternatives, Tottenham want James Maddison in Ange Postecoglou’s rebuild – Paper Round

Man Utd’s alternatives to Kane Manchester United are extending their search for a striker beyond Harry Kane with a deal for the Tottenham forward looking increasingly unlikely this summer, the Daily Mail reports. Spurs are adamant Kane is not for sale despite having just one year remaining on his contract, and while that stance could be tested by a substantial offer, United – like Real Madrid given Karim Benzema is departing – are also looking elsewhere given that it could take more than £100m to sway Daniel Levy and Spurs.

Ad The Mail writes: “Randal Kolo Muani of Eintracht Frankfurt, another target for Bayern Munich and Paris St Germain, has re-emerged on United's list of options as has Goncalo Ramos of Benfica. Premier LeaguePostecoglou poised to become Tottenham boss7 HOURS AGO “Brighton's highly-regarded Evan Ferguson is expected to stay at Brighton till at least next January after signing his contract.” ** Ange’s wishlist With Ange Postecoglou on the verge of becoming Tottenham’s new head coach, multiple outlets including the Mirror are claiming a shake-up could include the arrival of Premier League trio James Maddison, David Raya and Max Kilman.

Spurs will face big competition from Newcastle for £40m-rated Maddison, while Brentford goalkeeper Raya could replace Hugo Lloris, who is expected to leave this summer. Wolves’ Kilman, meanwhile, has been a long-standing target at centre-back.

On Postecoglou’s imminent appointment, the Mirror writes: “Tottenham plan to announce the appointment within the next 48 hours after agreeing terms and also a compensation package with Celtic. “Spurs are expected to pay less than £5m to get Postecoglou who was on a rolling contract in Scotland and the Aussie is now keen to start