It is reported that Middlesbrough have started discussions with Tottenham Hotspur regarding a permanent deal for the 21-year-old defender Ashley Phillips, who is valued at approximately £12 million. The England youth international joined the North London club in 2023 and has not yet made a first-team appearance for them, but he has had impressive loan spells in the Championship with both Plymouth Argyle and Stoke City. Phillips' contract with Tottenham expires on 30/06/2028, and his current market value on Transfermarkt is €7.00m. Sheffield United have also been associated with an interest in the defender.