Sheffield United Close in on £6m Deal for Spurs’ ‘Huge‑Potential’ Defender
Sheffield United are reportedly preparing to bid £6 million for Tottenham Hotspur centre‑back Ashley Phillips, a 20‑year‑old English youth international who has yet to make a first‑team appearance for Spurs, according to Alan Nixon (thesun.co.uk).
Phillips joined Tottenham in 2023 from Blackburn Rovers for around £2 million. He was loaned to Plymouth Argyle in 2023–24, earning their Young Player of the Year, and spent the 2024–25 season on loan at Stoke City, making 35 Championship appearances and helping them avoid relegation (thesun.co.uk).
🛡️ His performances have caught the attention of both Sheffield United and Stoke City, who had hopes of signing him. However, newly-appointed Spurs boss Thomas Frank is keen to retain Phillips and integrate him into his first-team plans—particularly ahead of Tottenham’s Champions League commitm.
Spurs value Phillips at the same £6m mark, with a decision on his future likely during pre‑season. While the door remains open to a move, Frank’s intent to keep him suggests Sheffield United may need to look elsewhere if Tottenham hold firm
In short, the Blades have identified a promising, high‑potential young defender in Phillips. But unless Spurs change their stance, they could miss out—especially given Frank’s apparent desire to develop his homegrown talent.
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