Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea have both been informed how much it would take to sign Vitor Roque from Palmeiras in 2026.

One can understand why Spurs are being linked with number nines ahead of the January window, given the issues Thomas Frank has had up front.

It emerged a couple of weeks ago that Tottenham and Chelsea are ready to make a move for Palmeiras striker Vitor Roque in January.

The former Barcelona man has been on fire since returning to Brazil at the start of this year, with the striker having found the back of the net 17 times in 46 matches this term.

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A new report in Bolavip has now confirmed that both Spurs and Chelsea are eyeing a January move for the 20-year-old centre-forward.

In fact, it is alleged that both London sides have already launched informal enquiries about Roque’s availability.

The outlet says that Palmeiras are very aware that the interest in the youngster’s services is growing across Europe, and have thus made their stance clear ahead of January.

The Brazilian club have allegedly told Roque’s other suitors that they will only consider an ‘irresistible’ offer above €50m (£42m) for the player.

Apart from the high asking price, there is...