The 29-year-old Switzerland international, who only joined City in 2022, has reportedly become Ange Postecoglou’s top defensive target. Spurs are now in advanced talks to seal the deal, stealing a march on both AC Milan and Crystal Palace, who had been exploring moves for the player earlier in the window.
If completed, Akanji’s switch to North London would headline what is shaping up to be a frantic deadline day across Europe.
At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea are weighing up a blockbuster €90 million bid for Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez, despite strong assurances from coach Hansi Flick that the 22-year-old is not for sale. The Blues are also tracking Braga’s 19-year-old striker Roger Fernandes as part of their long-term recruitment strategy.
Elsewhere in the Premier League, West Ham United have entered the race for Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira, joining Stuttgart in pursuit of the Portuguese playmaker. Aston Villa, meanwhile, are pressing ahead with a £21 million move for Osasuna defender Enzo Boyomo, as manager Unai Emery seeks to bolster his back line.
Across Europe, Juventus are monitoring Manchester United full-back Noussair Mazraoui, while RB Leipzig have set their sights on Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott. Sevilla forward Dodi Lukebakio is also attracting late interest from two Premier League clubs.
With the window set to slam shut in just hours, clubs across England and the continent are scrambling to finalize deals—leaving the prospect of further twists before business is officially done.