Tottenham eye £125m January bid for England star Morgan Gibbs-White

Tottenham Hotspur are preparing a fresh January approach for England midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White, with the North London club reportedly ready to meet a valuation of around £125 million after a failed £60 million attempt in 2025. The move would see Spurs revive a long‑running pursuit of the Nottingham Forest playmaker, who impressed with 15 Premier League goals last season.

Why Spurs target Gibbs-White

Gibbs-White finished the previous Premier League campaign with 15 goals, and he has already topped the division’s scoring chart for the 2026 calendar year with 13 strikes. His blend of goals, creativity and the ability to operate as a No.10 or advanced midfielder matches the profile Roberto De Zerbi seeks to revive Tottenham’s faltering attacking rhythm. TEAMtalk notes that the midfielder remains a long‑term priority for Spurs despite last year’s failed pursuit.

Spurs came close to securing the Nottingham Forest midfielder last summer when they attempted to trigger his £60 million release clause. The deal collapsed after Forest challenged the approach and threatened legal action, leaving the transfer saga unresolved. Forest’s reluctance is reinforced by the recent sale of Elliot Anderson to Manchester City, which eased any immediate financial pressure.

Implications of a £125m bid

According to Football Insider, Gibbs‑White’s current valuation is around £125 million, a figure that dwarfs the £60 million offer that fell through in 2025. Tottenham have already spent more than £400 million this summer, yet their campaign has started poorly, meaning a further nine‑figure outlay would place enormous pressure on both the player and the club’s recruitment department. Forest are under no obligation to sell, with Gibbs‑White still under contract and having already demonstrated his value by scoring in Forest’s 3‑0 win over Spurs last March.

If the bid materialises, Tottenham could add a proven Premier League scorer to their ranks, and Gibbs would finally join the club he has long admired. For Nottingham Forest, a £125 million fee would represent a substantial windfall, yet the club’s recent cash‑in from Anderson suggests they may not be compelled to part with their star.

CaughtOffside reported the renewed interest, and more updates are expected as negotiations progress. Gibbs‑White’s decision will shape the winter market for both clubs.