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Report: Spurs could now miss out as Ten Hag plans to bring 20-year-old target to Manchester United

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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - MARCH 15: Jurrien Timber of Ajax in action during the UEFA Champions League Round Of Sixteen Leg Two match between AFC Ajax and SL Benfica at Johan Cruyff Arena on March 15, 2022 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. (Photo by Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty Images)
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According to 90min, Erik ten Hag is likely to replace Ralf Rangnick at Manchester United, and his plans could annoy Tottenham.

What’s the story?

Well, the Dutchman is hoping to bring Ajax wonderkid Jurrien Timber with him to Old Trafford, if he swaps Amsterdam for Old Trafford.

According to a separate report from 90min, the 20-year-old is wanted by Tottenham and Chelsea, as a result of his fine displays for Ajax.

However, Ten Hag – the man who handed Timber his senior debut – is well placed to spoil the Premier League duo’s hopes of signing the defender.

So far this season, the youngster has impressive made 37 appearances for Ajax, playing a key role while also scoring three goals.

Timber has progressed so well at Ajax that he’s even won six caps for the Netherlands already, despite his age.

GRONINGEN, NETHERLANDS - APRIL 2: Erik ten Hag of Ajax during the Dutch Eredivisie match between FC Groningen and Ajax at Euroborg on April 2, 2022 in Groningen, Netherlands (Photo by Peter Lous/BSR Agency/Getty Images)
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You can see why Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham are all interested in signing him.

Manchester United could cause Tottenham further issues

Aside from the update on Timber, 90min have more bad news for Spurs fans.

It is said that the Red Devils have been asked to stay informed about Harry Kane’s situation at Tottenham, and if he becomes available, Manchester United may consider taking action.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 03: Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur applauds the supporters at full-time following the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 03, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty Images)
Photo by Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty Images

A summer where Ten Hag takes Timber away from Antonio Conte’s grasp, and also pinches Kane too, is the stuff of nightmares for Spurs fans.

However, there is still a long way to go until Ten Hag is appointed, let alone deals for Timber and Kane being sorted out as well.