Gerrard: You have got to love ’emotional’ side of Arteta
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Frank under pressure
“That has left Frank in serious jeopardy as it is believed his future has been discussed at board level.
“Frank is hoping to still be in charge for Tottenham’s Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night but that has now become a massive game for the under-fire boss.
“Tottenham chief executive Vinai Venkatesham was at the club’s training ground on Sunday morning amid Frank coming under increasing scrutiny.”
Souza deal appears imminent
While it remains to be seen whether Frank will be at the club for much longer, Santos defender Souza is almost certainly on his way to the club.
The 19-year-old left-sided defender will join soon, to provide cover after Ben Davies’ injury exacerbated a shortage.
“Spurs are close to completing a deal to sign the 19-year-old left wing-back, who has played alongside Neymar in his 38 appearances for the Brazilian Serie A side.
“Tottenham’s left-back options have been depleted of late, with Destiny Udogie only returning to the bench for the first time on Saturday after picking up a hamstring injury early in December.
“The naturally right-footed Djed Spence has been filling in during Udogie’s absence, while Welsh veteran Ben Davies started for the 2-1 home defeat against the Hammers.
“Davies, however, suffered what looked to be a very serious leg injury and had to be taken off the pitch on a stretcher.”
Chelsea close in on Jacquet
Talks are ongoing between Chelsea and Rennes as the London club look set to sign defender Jeremy Jacquet.
The 20-year-old would be the first signing for new first team head coach Liam Rosenior after he replaced Enzo Maresca.
“The Athletic reported in December that Jacquet, 20, was among the young talents being monitored by Chelsea.
“(Discussions) between the clubs are ongoing, although a deal has not yet been agreed for the defender.
“Jacquet has started in each of Rennes’ Ligue 1 matches for which he has been available this season, and had played every minute before his red card against Paris Saint-Germain on December 6.”
Liverpool will not sack Slot
Arne Slot will not be sacked by Liverpool after a 1-1 draw at home to Burnley on Saturday afternoon.
Speculation over the Dutchman’s future had intensified as a result of Xabi Alonso’s exit at Real Madrid, with the Spaniard an Anfield favourite after his time there as a player.
“Fans made their frustrations clear at the full-time whistle on Saturday, when Liverpool dropped two points against a side who are deep in relegation trouble.
“Scrutiny on Slot’s position has increased since Xabi Alonso was sacked by Real Madrid on Monday.
“It is unclear when Alonso will look to get back into management but the new twist of his availability means the noise around Slot will crack up if results do not improve.
