Report: Tottenham loanee to return to the club in January | OneFootball

A young Tottenham loanee could be heading back to North London earlier than expected as his loan spell abroad has yet to meet expectations.

While hopes were high at the start of the season, a series of setbacks have left the player struggling for both game time and form.

With the January transfer window fast approaching, the situation has taken an unexpected turn, leaving both the player and his parent club with decisions to make.

After joining his current club on loan, the player was determined to impress and prove himself after a disappointing previous season.

However, despite an encouraging start, his performances have faltered in recent weeks, leaving his future uncertain.

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Alejo Veliz set to return to Tottenham in January

According to La Grada Radio, Espanyol may look to end Alejo Veliz's loan deal early, with financial concerns being a major factor.

The club has been struggling with economic difficulties and, as a result, needs to lower their wage bill before making any signings next summer.

As part of their efforts to balance their finances, the club could decide to send the loanee back to Tottenham in the upcoming transfer window.

Although the player had some impressive moments early in the season, including a match-winning goal and a hat-trick in cup competition, Alejo Veliz's form has since dipped.

He has struggled to secure a spot in the starting eleven and has only made a handful of appearances in recent weeks, which has led to growing uncertainty about his role at the club.

Reports indicate that the young player is open to the idea of returning to Tottenham early, signalling his willingness to accept a change in his situation if the loan is cut short.

This move would hurt his current club’s goals and raise concerns for Tottenham, as the loanee’s struggles in Spain have sparked doubts about his progress.

Tottenham’s next move

Tottenham will likely monitor the situation closely, as the loanee's development is key to his future with the club.

Given that the player is still young, there is room for growth, but his lack of influence in both his loan spells in Spain is troubling.

Should the loan end prematurely, Tottenham could consider sending him on another loan to a Championship club, where he could gain the first-team minutes necessary to regain his confidence and further his development.

While his potential is still recognised, Tottenham will need to think carefully about his next steps to make sure he gets the right chance to develop.

Whether he heads back to Spurs or finds another loan move, this next chapter could be key for his future.