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Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a big boost in their pursuit of a new manager as they seek to swiftly move on from their Arne Slot disappointment.

What's the latest on Ange Postecoglou to Tottenham Hotspur?

That's according to The Mirror, which offered an update on a potential move to appoint Ange Postecoglou.

Whilst Slot seemed to have emerged as the frontrunner, with the Dutchman having since been ruled out of contention, it will be music to Daniel Levy's ears to hear that the Celtic boss is reportedly open to a switch should the Lilywhites come calling.

The highly ambitious nature of the Australian means such an opportunity would be hard to turn down, especially after he has arguably achieved all he can in Scotland.

As Slot has since tied himself down in Feyenoord for the foreseeable, this marks an outstanding alternative that could leave fans questioning why he was not top of the list in the first place.

Is Ange Postecoglou a good manager?

Whilst it might have been appealing to snag the title-winning Slot, it is easy to forget the fine work that Postecoglou has done in reinstating Celtic's dominance over Scottish football.

When he came in, Rangers had just ended their monopoly over the SPFL in embarrassing fashion, and they needed someone to immediately take them back to the top. However, few would have envisioned the 57-year-old would do it in such an emphatic way.

His side would lose three games in his first season, scoring 92 goals in 38 games whilst conceding just 22. This season has been arguably more impressive as they retained the trophy at a canter.

His 4-3-3 system worked wonders, and a possession-based style with high-octane pressing may be something the Spurs faithful would enjoy based on the grievances some had during Antonio Conte's reign.

Former Wales international John Hartson was quick to laud such a swift transition as they went on to reclaim the title from Rangers, suggesting that the experienced coach had been "outstanding" having "united the club". Levy will see the latter as an absolute must for his next appointment.

Even though Slot may have guided his team to silverware, they are neither the top scorers nor the best defence in their division. Both boast title pedigree, but only one had a philosophy that truly dominated.

To further emphasise this gulf in class, Postecoglou has maintained a 2.30 points-per-game average across his 111 games at the helm of Celtic. Despite being in charge of his team for just 100 games, Slot's average is 2.15 in comparison.

Whilst the Lilywhites fanbase was quick to lambast the hierarchy for their failures in securing the Feyenoord boss, and deservedly so, it has since become clear that he was merely using their interest to spur on a new contract.

They need someone wholly committed to the cause, willing to take their time and transform this sinking club back into a force to be reckoned with. Given his work in doing so at Celtic, and his reported desire to make the move happen, Postecoglou surely marks a far better alternative to Slot anyway.

Chelsea suffered a major blow in the early phases of an imperative transfer window after Manuel Ugarte's prospective transfer to Stamford Bridge collapsed, but securing Moises Caicedo's signature could reinstate central stability.

What's the latest on Moises Caicedo to Chelsea?

According to a report from Ecuadorian outlet Teradeportes (via the Mirror), Brighton & Hove Albion's Caicedo has agreed personal terms with Arsenal but remains undecided about where his future lies with three Premier League outfits vying for his signature.

Chelsea are indeed suitors for the 21-year-old, while Liverpool also maintain an interest in the robust ace's services but are believed to be behind in the race with qualms over the £75m price tag.

The Blues had a £55m offer rejected by the Seagulls in January, before a succession of offers culminating in a £70m approach from the Gunners also bore no fruit, but now at the end of the season, he is available if the valuation is met.

Why should Chelsea sign Moises Caicedo?

Chelsea suffered their lowest Premier League finish since 1993/94 this year after a shambolic season that belied the affluence of the club's transfer activity in its sheer capitulation across every department.

A mass exodus is expected to stem from west London this summer, but with the deadwood shifted out the welcoming of first-rate and diligently thought-out replacements can steady the ship and unearth the riches to build success at Stamford Bridge once again.

And in Caicedo, what a tenacious and unwavering midfielder new manager Mauricio Pochettino would have at his disposal, with the engine one of the centrepieces in Albion's resounding feats this season, finishing sixth and qualifying for Europe for the first time in their history.

As per Sofascore, the dynamic "machine" – as he has been lauded by talent scout Jacek Kulig – recorded an impressive average rating in the top-flight of 7.08 this year, having started 34 matches, completed 89% of his passes, averaged 1.3 key passes, 2.7 tackles and 1.5 interceptions per game, also winning 58% of his duels.

Such an imperious and inexhaustible gem could quite swiftly eradicate concerns over the Blues' failure to complete the signing of Sporting Lisbon midfielder Manuel Ugarte, who had looked set for a move to Chelsea before Paris Saint-Germain took the lead in the race at the eleventh hour, with Fabrizio Romano now confirming that the Ligue 1 champions are poised to finalise the swoop.

Ugarte ranks among the top 1% of midfielders across Men's 'Next 8' – the divisions beneath the established European big five – leagues for pass completion, as well as the top 1% for tackles, 3% for interceptions and 10% for blocks per 90.

The "special" Caicedo – as dubbed by Football.London's Chris Davison is a bit more dynamic and less of an anchor than Ugarte, but the Brighton phenom still ranks among the top 6% of midfielders across Europe's top five leagues for pass completion, the top 13% for rate of tackles and the top 11% for interceptions per 90.

Indeed, it's clear that with his signing, already tried and tested in the Premier League and the World Cup, Ugarte's links will be a long-forgotten memory.

Hailed as his country's "crown jewel" by Ecuadorian football expert Enrico Castro-Montes, Caicedo could yet emerge as one of Europe's most prominent names at Chelsea; he is exactly what they need to return to the top.

Leeds United are in a precarious position with uncertainty surrounding the takeover, sporting director and next manager still yet to be settled and now a new update has emerged from a reliable source on the club's pursuit to land Sam Allardyce's successor.

What's the latest on Leeds' interest in Carlos Corberan?

According to The Athletic's Leeds correspondent Phil Hay, the club have opened the door for Carlos Corberan to return to Elland Road this summer.

As per a report written for the publication, Hay claims that the former Leeds first-team coach is one of the many candidates being considered by the club and has revealed that the West Bromwich Albion manager has a release clause in his contract.

Will Carlos Corberan be the next Leeds manager?

It is no secret that Corberan boasts a unique relationship with the West Yorkshire club that could make him an extremely attractive prospect for the team and the supporters over any of the other candidates.

The 40-year-old coach polished and developed his successful managerial skill set under the guidance of Marcelo Bielsa, earning a promotion from leading the U23s to working alongside the Argentine in Leeds' rise from the second tier to top-flight football.

Now Corberan could follow in the footsteps of his mentor by providing some stability at the club and guiding them back to the Premier League, as well as using his experience and relationships with some of the players to improve their individual performances next season.

One player who could massively benefit from Corberan's return to Elland Road is Patrick Bamford, with the striker struggling for fitness and consistency in front of goal over the last two seasons.

The attacking-minded manager – hailed "talented" by Bielsa – has significantly improved West Brom's goal-scoring form since his arrival in October when the club were 23rd in the Championship table after tallying up just two wins in their first 16 outings.

Indeed, under Steve Bruce, they scored just 1.12 goals per game compared to the 1.39 under the Spaniard.

Despite losing his debut fixture against Sheffield United, Corberan went on to win the next nine out of ten league fixtures and ultimately lead his side to ninth – just three points shy of a playoff spot on the final day.

The former Huddersfield Town boss commonly deploys his teams in a 4-3-2-1 formation just like Bielsa – a formation that Bamford thrived in under his former manager in both the second tier and upon their promotion to the Premier League.

In the Championship winning season (2019/20) Bamford scored 16 goals and registered four assists and in his first top-flight season (2020/21), the Leeds striker found the back of the net 17 times and delivered eight assists, all whilst Corberan was still working alongside Bielsa.

With that being said, there is no doubt that Corberan would be warmly welcomed at Elland Road should he return this summer and if he could improve Bamford's goal-scoring consistency in the process it would put Leeds in a great position to compete in the Championship next season.

Arsenal remain interested in a Premier League rival's player, with a recent update on their pursuit having now been dropped…

What's the latest on Joao Cancelo to Arsenal?

Speaking on The Gooner Talk YouTube channel, journalist Harry Symeou detailed the numerous players that the Gunners have been linked with despite the window having only truly opened on Wednesday.

Whilst the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Declan Rice were mentioned, what he noted about Joao Cancelo was perhaps the most interesting.

He claimed:

"I really do think that Arsenal want to do this deal, I really, really do. Whether they’ll be able to do it or not remains to be seen, because I think financially this is quite a difficult one to do.

“We know that there was an option-to-buy available for Bayern at around about €60m (£51m) and we know that Bayern don’t want to take that up. This suggests that Manchester City are of the belief that the player is worth [the] money and he absolutely is.

“It’s going to cost money to get him off of a rival and City do see us as that now, I don’t think they’re going to be letting people move across to Arsenal as freely as they did last summer looking at the way that elevated us."

How good could Joao Cancelo be at Arsenal?

Whilst the acquisition of someone so ingrained in a philosophy akin to Mikel Arteta's would offer widescale improvements, it could be argued that the comfortability of the defender in his role could have a particularly revolutionary effect on those within the back line.

After all, should he invert to form the base of a box midfield, just like he has done at times under Pep Guardiola, it could allow the likes of William Saliba to truly thrive and become one of the best ball-playing defenders in the game.

The way in which Cancelo accepts the ball in awkward areas, as a creatively unique full-back, would offer another key passing lane for the Frenchman who has enjoyed a stellar first full year playing English football.

When compared to other central defenders across Europe, the 22-year-old ranks in the top 8% for passes attempted and the top 7% for pass completion per 90, via FBref. This has boosted his 6.96 average rating, further upheld through 1.3 tackles and three clearances per game too, via Sofascore.

Meanwhile, the Portugal international, when put alongside other full-backs in Europe, blows them all out of the water creatively. He ranks in the top 2% for progressive carries, the top 2% for successful take-ons, the top 1% for assists, but most importantly for Saliba, the top 4% for progressive passes received, all per 90 via FBref.

This has led teammate Jack Grealish to wax lyrical about his qualities, claiming:

"He is so good technically. You know when we're playing one-touch, two-touch, he's just a joke and then he can shoot right foot, left foot from anywhere."

City's treble-winning boss Pep Guardiola would also supplement this, by outlining one particularly outstanding showing: "He was aggressive and has incredible quality with the ball."

With a defensive steel showcased in his 1.5 tackles and one interception per Bundesliga game last season, but an unparalleled ability to take the ball and forge opportunities, Cancelo has all the attributes to come into the Emirates and help make Saliba one of the best in his position.

On the back of a treble win at Manchester City, Bernardo Silva, at just 28, is still very much at the peak of his performance.You simply do not play an important part under Pep Guardiola without being at that level.Involved in as many as 15 goals last season, primarily from a midfield role, the Portuguese maestro is a player capable of playing for the very best clubs in the world.Silva could take his pick should he decide to leave Manchester City.So, it is understandable that links with a move to Saudi Arabia this summer have sparked concern.

What’s the latest on Bernardo Silva’s Manchester City future?

Silva has several options this summer, according to reports.

As per Fabrizio Romano, the Portugal international has attracted interest from Paris Saint-Germain, who consider him a top target this summer as they look to replace the Inter Miami-bound Lionel Messi.

Meanwhile, although interested, Barcelona will find a deal difficult to complete this summer due to Financial Fair Play (FFP) concerns.

Financial issues are not something that clubs in Saudi Arabia will have to worry about, however, and, according to Marca, Silva has emerged as a target for Saudi Arabia.

Silva could yet end up staying put at City, too, as the treble winners still hope to keep one of their star men.

Jamie Carragher has spoken out about the reports linking the midfielder with a move to Saudi Arabia, admitting his concern.

What has Jamie Carragher said about Bernardo Silva’s potential Saudi Arabia move?

Taken to Twitter to air his worries, Carragher said:

Which players have already moved to Saudi Arabia?

Carragher’s concern comes as little surprise when considering the players to have already made the move to Saudi Arabia this summer.

So far, we’ve seen Karim Benzema and N’Golo Kante join Al-Ittihad Club from Real Madrid and Chelsea respectively, whilst Ruben Neves has all but completed a move to Al Hilal.

Meanwhile, Kalidou Koulibaly has also been linked with a move to Al-Hilal, Edouard Mendy has been linked with Al-Ahli and Hakim Ziyech has similarly been linked with Al-Nassr in what is a summer dominated by moves to Saudi Arabia.

Arsenal star Thomas Partey is being “pushed” to leave the north London club this summer, according to reliable journalist Nizaar Kinsella.

Who could leave Arsenal this summer?

Reports have suggested that the Gunners, after failing in their bid to win a first Premier League title in nearly 20 years, are aiming to be very ambitious this transfer window.

Arsenal could apparently spend around £300 million on signings and are in talks for multiple deals, with an agreement for Chelsea’s Kai Havertz already sealed.

As well as the Germany international, it is believed that Mikel Arteta’s side are in ongoing discussions over moves for West Ham United star Declan Rice, Ajax defender Jurrien Timber and Southampton’s Romeo Lavia.

However, to balance the books, certain squad members will inevitably have to make way. Kieran Tierney, Emile Smith Rowe, Nuno Tavares, Sambi Lokonga, Folarin Balogun and, of course, long-serving star Granit Xhaka could all depart (Goal).

Jorginho, despite only putting pen to paper on a move to the Emirates Stadium six months ago, has also been tipped with a return to Italy as his former manager Maurizio Sarri aims to sign him at Lazio.

Partey, who was a crucial member of Arsenal’s title-challenging side last campaign, is another player who could leave north London.

As Arsenal plot an overhaul of their midfield, reporter Kinsella of The Evening Standard says Partey is being “pushed” towards the exit door over Jorginho.

The latter player has apparently told friends he is comfortable in London and isn’t vying for a move away or back to Italy, meaning Partey has been transfer-listed instead.

What’s been said about Thomas Partey?

The Ghana international was a crucial member of Arteta’s squad last season, ranking as one of their top five best-performers by average match rating (WhoScored).

He also made more successful tackles per 90 than any other Arsenal player in the top flight, leaving little wonder Nigel Winterburn called him “so important”.

“I think [Thomas] Partey has been so important,” said the Arsenal legend.

“But he’s been real instrumental in that midfield, just keeping it ticking over, very efficient player, can get around the pitch, very mobile.”

Liverpool are among the suitors for one of Europe's most prodigious talents in Fenerbahce star Arda Guler, who has blitzed into prominence after a remarkable breakout campaign in his homeland.

What's the latest on Arda Guler to Liverpool?

That's according to a report from TEAMtalk that underscores the Yellow Canaries' desire to retain the services of their starlet for at least one more year, tieing him down to a new deal that will allow a more lucrative future sale.

Guler has a €17.5m (£15m) release clause in his contract, which is an attractive element to consider given that Liverpool are looking to complete astute deals on the market, having already tied up Alexis Mac Allister for a bargain £35m.

Jurgen Klopp's Reds are joined by Arsenal, Bayern, Barcelona and Paris Saint Germain in their interest in the fleet-footed phenom.

How good is Arda Guler?

Hailed as a "magician with a wand of a left foot" by one European scout, Guler is one of the most exciting players on the scene right now, boasting a wealth of skills that tantalise a career at the very forefront of the game over the next footballing era.

Despite his youthful age and inexperience, he produced displays of exceptional quality in the Turkish Super Lig this year, earning a stunning average Sofascore rating of 7.48 after starting just 11 matches, scoring four goals, supplying three assists, completing 85% of his passes and averaging two key passes per game from the offensive right flank.

Given the "serious talent" – as he has been described by Duncan Castles – possesses an innate cutting edge and tendency to drift inwards and wreak havoc from the box, he could be viewed as the dream heir to Mohamed Salah's pre-eminent role at Anfield, with the Egyptian sensation registering 265 direct goal contributions from 305 appearances since signing from Roma for £34m in 2017.

Liverpool fell by the wayside this term but it mattered not to the £350k-per-week forward's individual success, posting 30 goals and 16 assists from 50 appearances – with a return to fluidity when football resumes, there is no telling how destructive Salah's displays might be.

Technically a winger but reaping the fruits of his labour through his remarkable ability to cut inside, Salah ranks among the top 3% of attacking midfielders and wingers across Europe's top five leagues over the past year for goals, the top 13% for assists and the top 1% for touches in the attacking box per 90, as per FBref, heralded as "lightning" by Reds historian Carl Clemente.

With Guler boasting a similar skill set and with Andrea Pirlo saying there is "no limit to his potential", securing his services as Salah's understudy before nurturing him to a starring role in the Merseyside giants' system could be the perfect way to ensure the club remain in contention for the biggest honours on offer for a lasting period.

Leeds United appear to be coming to the end of their protracted managerial search, with it looking as if the Elland Road outfit are set to snap up one-time Norwich City boss Daniel Farke over the coming days.

As per The Guardian, the 46-year-old is 'expected' to be named as the club's new permanent head coach and is line to take charge of training when the first-team squad returns on Monday, with the German having been out of work since leaving Borussia Monchengladbach at the end of last season.

Following what was a turbulent campaign in the dugout for the Whites during a frankly miserable 2022/23 campaign – which included the desperate late appointment of Sam Allardyce – the club's support can now look ahead to a brighter future under a man who twice guided the Canaries out of the Championship during his prior stint at Carrow Road.

If Farke is to repeat such heroics in Yorkshire, however, he will need to invest wisely in the summer transfer window in order to bolster the newly-relegated outfit, with strengthening the defence likely to be of particular concern after Leeds shipped 78 goals last term – the worst record in the top flight.

According to a recent report from The Athletic, one man who has seemingly been identified as a possible solution to those woes is Liverpool titan, Nat Phillips, with the 26-year-old valued at around £10m by his current side with two years left to run on his existing deal at Anfield.

The piece stated that Farke had previously been interested in signing the Englishman during his time at Norwich, with there a high chance that the prospective Leeds boss can finally get his man ahead of next season's promotion bid.

Would Nat Phillips be a good signing for Leeds?

There will likely be those who would be concerned at the prospect of signing a player who featured just five times in all competitions last season on Merseyside, although the 6 foot 3 ace has previously shown his class in recent years, having been hailed for his "insane" development by manager Jurgen Klopp.

The one-time Bolton Wanderers youth asset notably came to wider attention after featuring 20 times during the latter stages of the 2020/21 campaign due to an injury crisis that had hampered the Reds, with Klopp notably lauding the late bloomer as something of a "monster" in the air due to his physical prowess.

The towering colossus also starred while on loan at AFC Bournemouth back in 2021/22 as part of the Cherries' successful promotion charge, having kept eight clean sheets in just 17 league outings, while also winning 69% of his aerial duels.

While he may not be "easy on the eye" – as Klopp previously stated – Phillips is certainly a dominant force in the backline, with Farke potentially having the chance to form a destructive defensive partnership involving the Liverpool ace and January arrival, Max Wober.

The latter man was unable to help Leeds stave off the drop last season following his £11m switch from Red Bull Salzburg, although the 25-year-old did catch the eye after averaging 3.3 tackles and interceptions and 4.0 clearances per game from his 16 Premier League outings.

That is a similar record to what Phillips achieved during his stint at the Vitality Stadium – 2.3 tackles and interceptions and 4.1 clearances, as per Sofascore – showcasing that the left-foot, right-foot combination could well prove a stern test for any opposition strike force next season.

As such, snapping up the Bolton-born menace from Anfield could prove to be a first major masterstroke for Farke at Leeds.

Manchester United's pursuit of Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana is "being driven by Erik ten Hag", but there is still a "gap in valuation" between the two clubs, Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth has told GIVEMESPORT.

Manchester United transfer news – What's the latest on Andre Onana?

It has been an interesting start to the transfer window for United this year. The club have had some significant success in the market, such as the capture of highly rated Chelsea star Mason Mount for just £55m, but there have also been some setbacks, notably the resignation that a deal for Harry Kane wouldn't be feasible.

Another area of the team that has been creating headlines is the goalkeeping department, as long-term shot-stopper and former Spanish international David De Gea finally left the club after a rather public falling out over a dispute around a new contract.

With De Gea out the door, the Red Devils are in need of a new number one, and the player they have identified to take up that role is Cameroon international, Onana.

According to the Daily Mail, the three-time European champions are preparing an offer in the region of £43m for the Inter man, after having previously made only verbal offers to the Italian giants.

Unfortunately for Ten Hag's men, the Nerazzurri have valued their star keeper at £51m and do not seem to be showing any sign that they will budge on that price in the near future.

What has Dharmesh Sheth said about Andre Onana, Erik ten Hag and Manchester United?

Sheth says that United are incredibly keen on this deal, primarily due to Ten Hag's admiration for the player. However, should Inter refuse to budge from their valuation, a deal could be difficult for the Red Devils.

Speaking to GIVEMESPORT, the Sky Sports reporter said: "I think this will depend on Inter Milan more than anything else. Look, United, they continue to push for a deal for Andre Onana. This one's really being driven by Erik ten Hag.

"He really wants him at United — played under Erik ten Hag at Ajax — but there's a gap in valuation that still exists. Inter, at the moment, aren't budging on their €60m valuation of Andre Onana. And I think if it was to remain that way, United would find it difficult to want to pay that much."

How does Andre Onana stack up against David De Gea?

With United looking like they will have to spend something close to £50m for their new number one, how much better has he been compared to De Gea last season?

According to WhoScored, it was the Inter man that had a better league season last year, with the Cameroonian star averaging a decent match rating of 6.72 across his 24 Serie A appearances, while his Spanish counterpart averaged just 6.67 across his 38 Premier League games.

The former Ajax man, who has been hailed as a "superstar" for his performances, conceded fewer goals per 90 last season at just one, whereas De Gea conceded 1.13 per 90, per FBref.

The biggest difference between the keepers, however, is in their ability to play the ball with their feet, with Onana completing 81.3% of his passes per 90 compared to De Gea's 71.1%, and crucially, Onana's passing ability led to 0.33 shot-creating actions per 90 last season compared to the Spaniard's 0.13.

This ability to play with his feet has already won him plaudits from United legend Rio Ferdinand, who said:

"[As a] modern-day goalkeeper, he's top class. He takes the ball under pressure, doesn't panic, and brings the other team onto him, which creates space around that.

"He plays over or through the press. He was fabulous tonight in doing that."

If Ten Hag can get a hold of his former number one this summer, United could well do more than just challenge for Champions League football next year.

Wolves are believed to be closing in on the signing of Borussia Monchengladbach centre-back Nico Elvedi in the very near futrue, according to a fresh transfer update.

Who is Nico Elvedi?

The 26-year-old has been at his current club since way back in 2015, when he joined from Zurich as a teenage defender with a bright future ahead of him in the game.

Elvedi has enjoyed an excellent spell at Monchengladbach as the years have passed, becoming a key figure at the heart of their defence and making 270 appearances in total. Last season, he started 32 Bundesliga matches, chipping in with three goals for good measure, highlighting an ability to have an impact in the attacking third.

The 47-cap Switzerland international only has one year remaining on his current deal, however, so Monchengladbach could find themselves in a tricky situation when it comes to whether they choose to sell him this summer or not. That would allow them to get good money for the defender, rather than risk losing him for free this time next year and making no profit whatsoever on him.

Wolves are eyeing up centre-back reinforcements ahead of the new Premier League season, and it looks as though Elvedi could be the man to come in and bolster their options.

Could Wolves sign Nico Elvedi?

According to Football Insider, Wolves are now in "advanced talks" to acquire Elvedi's signature, also reporting that Gladbach director Roland Virkus has admitted they have no choice but to sell if no new deal is signed:

"Wolves are in advanced talks to sign Borussia Mochengladbach star Nico Elvedi, sources have told Football Insider. The Premier League club are closing in on a deal for the Swiss centre-back, 26, and are confident of securing an agreement.

"Wolves have made their move for Elvedi, who is out of contract at the Bundesliga club in the summer of 2024. They are expected to pay £7.7million for the defender."

Elvedi looks like a fantastic incoming signing for Wolves, with the Swiss ace someone who has picked up a huge amount of experience in his career, but is also a long way from being past his best, considering he is still only 26 years of age.

The Monchengladbach hero completed a hugely impressive 91.7% of his passes in the league last season, which was higher than anyone who started a top flight game at Molineux, showing how much quality and consistency he possesses on the ball. But he can also muck-in in a defensive sense, averaging 4.5 clearances and 2.3 aerial duel wins.

Elvedi has been compared to England and Manchester City star John Stones in the past, which says a lot about his classy style of play, considering how good the treble-winner was last season, and former coach Dieter Hecking has hailed his "great positional play", too, painting the picture of a calm head who is good on the ball and smart off it.

Signings such as these will help Wolves go up a level next season, with the Switzerland star someone who would surely come in as a regular starter alongside Max Kilman, assuming the latter remains at Molineux beyond this summer, and be an instant hit with his all-round quality, potentially going up another level through working under Julen Lopetegui and alongside superior players to those at his current club.