Sources: Mourinho to play key role as Tottenham target Real Madrid star
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Credit: Manh Tung - Breaking Media Wed 20 May 2026 13:30, UK Jose Mourinho is likely to be the key decider on Eduardo Camavinga as Tottenham Hotspur eye up a move for the midfielder, sources have told Football Insider.The former Tottenham manager is edging ever closer to joining Los Blancos, with reports suggesting that he has already put pen to paper on a two-year deal, and he could decide the player’s future.Right now, it is understood that Real Madrid are willing to let the player move on once the 2025-26 campaign ends, having dropped down the pecking order at the Bernabeu.It will be a difficult transfer for Tottenham to complete due to the lack of European football next season, and the Frenchman will want to stay at the highest possible level, Football Insider understands. ✈️ Tottenham Hotspur Transfer News ✈️ Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Spurs boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUBEduardo Camavinga could finally leave Real MadridSome Spanish sources have reported that Spurs have already submitted a £39 million offer for the 23-year-old, though it remains to be seen whether the Spanish giants will accept it.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES He is currently navigating heartbreak after being left out of the France squad for the 2026 World Cup. Nonetheless, multiple European clubs will be vying for his signature this summer.Football Insider understands that Man United and Liverpool are also interested, with Real Madrid braced for offers over the coming months.
Of course, Mourinho will have a big decision to make.Eduardo Camavinga’s 2025-26 La LigaStats [FotMob]Minutes played1526Goals | Assists1 | 0Chances created15Successful dribbles65%Tackles per 903.83Recoveries per 904.95Yellow cards2Spurs could be thanking their former manager, who left in 2021, should they beat several suitors to the signing of Camavinga. With Premier League survival now likely, a move to North London can’t be ruled out.Archie Gray to worry about his future in North LondonWhile Football Insider understands that Tottenham are confident of Archie Gray staying this summer, his lack of minutes on the pitch should certainly drag his situation into uncertainty.He has been forced to adapt to multiple positions since his arrival in the summer of 2024, with managers having far too many options in the centre of the pitch, and Gray just too inexperienced.Conor Gallagher has made an incredible impression since moving from Atletico Madrid, and with Joao Palhinha possibly switching to Spurs permanently this summer, there is very little room for the 20-year-old.Adding Camavinga to the mix this summer would only raise more questions over the former Leeds United ace’s future.