Everton manager Ronald Koeman has made it clear that Ross Barkley no longer has a future at Goodison Park.
During a press conference on Wednesday, the Dutchman told the media that the midfielder will be leaving this summer after rejecting a new contract.
Koeman revealed that he was informed that Barkley wanted a new challenge, but it is unclear which club he will sign for before the transfer window shuts at the end of August.
Tottenham Hotspur have been the main club being linked with the England international, who has been at Everton for his entire career so far.
The Guardian claims that Spurs want the Toffees to drop their £50m price tag due to Barkley having just one year left on his current contract.
The publication adds that Manchester United are also monitoring the situation, but Tottenham are said to be more keen on sealing a deal.
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As expected, Spurs fans have been tweeting their thoughts on the latest development.