Tottenham Hotspur’s midfielder, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, has emerged as a potential departure from North London in the ongoing transfer window.

Although there’s a desire within Spurs to retain the Danish defensive midfielder until the conclusion of the season, reports suggest that the player is eager for a departure. According to Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg, Hojbjerg is keen on leaving this month.

At 28 years old, Hojbjerg has entered the final 18 months of his contract, and while the club intends to offer him an extension, the player’s desire for regular playing time seems to be a key factor in his decision. Since joining from Southampton in 2020, he has been a reliable figure in Tottenham’s midfield. However, under the management of Ange Postecoglou, he has found himself lower in the pecking order, with Postecoglou favoring Yves Bissouma and Pape Matar Sarr as his primary midfield duo. Consequently, Hojbjerg has only made five starts from 21 league appearances, mostly featuring as a substitute in the final minutes.

Desiring more regular playing time, Hojbjerg has reportedly engaged a new agent to facilitate a potential move away from Tottenham. Florian Plettenberg highlighted on Sky Sports that “his target is to leave in January,” acknowledging the player’s inclination to seek a new opportunity for regular starter status.

Notably, Tottenham’s chairman, Daniel Levy, reportedly prefers not to let Hojbjerg go without securing an obligation to buy or a permanent deal, aiming to obtain financial compensation for the midfielder.

Considering Hojbjerg’s perceived absence from Postecoglou’s long-term plans, a departure seems to be in the best interests of both the player and the club. However, Tottenham must carefully consider the implications of letting him go without securing a suitable replacement, particularly as they are already contending with a depleted squad.