Tottenham are stalling over whether to make another attempt to sign West Brom striker Saido Berahino this month.

Spurs made three offers for the 22-year-old last summer, with a final bid of £25 million rejected on the last day of the summer transfer window.

Relations between the two clubs soured at the time, with West Brom chairman Jeremy Peace accusing Spurs of unsettling the player.

It is understood things have improved since then, with West Brom now making an approach to take Andros Townsend on loan this month.

That move has paved the way for negotiations to resume over Berahino and although a deal could still be done, Spurs are not sure to go ahead.

While they still rate Berahino highly and are aware of the risk of being left short up front if Harry Kane gets injured, they are wary about unsettling the strong harmony that is currently within the group.

Berahino has been frustrated about a lack of playing time at West Brom this term but will not be guaranteed a start at White Hart Lane, with Kane remaining first choice.

What does January hold for Tottenham? 3 show all What does January hold for Tottenham? 1/3 Outlook Tottenham’s consistency means they are on course for a top-four finish though they need to start turning draws to wins if they are to become serious title challengers. Mousa Dembele (groin) is injured and Spurs are missing his dynamism in midfield. Bryn Lennon/Getty Images 2/3 Transfer targets Spurs are looking for at least one forward. They are chasing back-up for Harry Kane and a player who can play wide or through the middle. Saido Berahino (pictured) is on their list among with Fulham’s Moussa Dembele and Sandro Ramirez of Barcelona. They could also use a little more experience in central midfield, where Southampton’s Victor Wanyama remains a target. 3/3 Biggest challenge The management of Kane. Spurs don’t have a direct replacement so it is difficult for them to rest him. Mauricio Pochettino must use whatever chance he has to keep Kane fresh, without compromising his team’s chances on three fronts. 1/3 Outlook Tottenham’s consistency means they are on course for a top-four finish though they need to start turning draws to wins if they are to become serious title challengers. Mousa Dembele (groin) is injured and Spurs are missing his dynamism in midfield. Bryn Lennon/Getty Images 2/3 Transfer targets Spurs are looking for at least one forward. They are chasing back-up for Harry Kane and a player who can play wide or through the middle. Saido Berahino (pictured) is on their list among with Fulham’s Moussa Dembele and Sandro Ramirez of Barcelona. They could also use a little more experience in central midfield, where Southampton’s Victor Wanyama remains a target. 3/3 Biggest challenge The management of Kane. Spurs don’t have a direct replacement so it is difficult for them to rest him. Mauricio Pochettino must use whatever chance he has to keep Kane fresh, without compromising his team’s chances on three fronts.

Significantly, when asked about his desire for new signings last week, Spurs coach Mauricio Pochettino said: “We have a very good relationship with all the departments of the club and we know we are ready to take the better decision for the team and the future of the club.

“But that doesn’t mean we need to bring players in or not. The better decision may be to bring players in or not to bring players in.”

Spurs are also unwilling to match the offer they made four months ago because they believe

Berahino has lost value since then.

He has started just eight games for West Brom this term and has just 18 months left on his current contract.

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The England Under-21 international remains desperate to leave The Hawthorns and still wants a switch to Spurs. Townsend, meanwhile, is keen to leave the club after making just seven appearances during the current campaign.

The winger’s lack of action has put at risk his chances of making England’s squad for Euro 2016.

Spurs are prepared to let him go but despite a number of clubs being interested, only West Brom have made an official offer and that was just over a loan deal for the rest of the season.

The north London club would prefer a permanent sale in excess of £10m