Mourinho eager to keep out-of-favour midfielder from leaving Tottenham in January transfer window

Jose Mourinho is eager to retain the service of out-of-favour midfielder Dele Alli despite that he has not been able to convince the Portuguese this season.

Dele Alli has not been having the season he would have hoped for under Jose Mourinho as the Portuguese has been skeptical of his performance anytime he’s given an opportunity.

This has led to reports that he will be seeking a move away from the club during January transfer window with Paris Saint-Germain reported to be his preferred destination.

The arrival of former Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino at the French team has increased Dele Alli’s chances of moving but he might not be moving.

According to the Daily Mail, Spurs intend to keep Dele Alli in North London as they bid to end the campaign with silverware and a top-four spot in the Premier League.

Mourinho team are currently in a good position to win the league with just six points separating them from Liverpool who are the league leaders.

Dele Alli has only been featured for Tottenham nine times this season in all competition with four starts and five substitute appearances.

However, his current contract will expire in the summer of 2024 and the north London club are in no rush to allow the player to leave on a temporary or permanent basis.

He will be eager to fight his way back into Jose Mourinho’s plan as they continue to fight for silverware.