Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionFootball.LondonUnverified source· 10 Aug 2026
Phillips' Boro move on hold after medical issue
Tottenham's Ashley Phillips faces a snag in his Middlesbrough switch after medical concerns.
K. Phillips
player
Player
Ashley Phillips
Position
Centre-back
Current club
Tottenham
Linked club
Middlesbrough
Reported fee
£7m, rising to £20m
What happened. Ashley Phillips' move to Middlesbrough has been paused after medical concerns, with the clubs exploring a solution.
- Boro may consider an initial loan instead.
- Tottenham secured matching rights and a 20% sell-on clause.
- Phillips had committed to the switch last Wednesday.
The deal could shift to a loan if a permanent agreement isn't reached.
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