Right-back and central defence need reinforcements, but January spending isn't the Brighton way - has that changed?

Ange Postecoglou has revealed Tottenham are more likely to sign players in January that add squad depth rather than those who will push for a place in their starting lineup. The Spurs manager also went on to explain why he believes the new format of the expanded Champions League has made the January transfer window a harder market to navigate.

Evan Ferguson has been linked with a loan move away from Brighton, having failed to tie down a regular place in Fabian Hurzeler's first team this season and the teenager could be a brilliant stop-gap signing for Spurs.

The January transfer window will give Spurs the opportunity to take stock and strengthen their depleted squad… if they so choose

Tottenham Hotspur’s defensive concerns were exposed further at the weekend in the 6-3 home defeat to Liverpool in the Premier League. Spurs have become

Ange Postecoglou is a man under pressure. The Australian has endured a difficult second season in charge in N17, with Spurs 11th in the Premier League table heading into Christmas. Spurs lost their eighth game of the league season on Sunday when suffering a horrific 6-3 reverse at home to league leaders Liverpool.