Spurs tried to buy Morgan Scheniderlin last summer and were also interested in Victor Wanyama this year. On both occasions, the player became agitated and pushed to leave but the internal unrest was not then accompanied by what Southampton regarded as a serious bid. Tottenham’s only offer for Schneiderlin last summer was £10 million and they ultimately did not make a big bid this year for Wanyama although it is understood that they were prepared to go to £20 million for either player if Southampton had shown any willingness to sell.