Newcastle United are monitoring the situation of Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall after his manager offered a notably candid assessment of the player's future at the club.

The 20-year-old Sweden international played for Spurs during a pre-season friendly in Australia against A-League outfit Sydney FC, but his long-term prospects at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium appear uncertain following a busy summer of recruitment.

De Zerbi's honest message

Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi addressed Bergvall's situation directly after the match in Sydney, as reported by BBC Sport. While expressing genuine admiration for the young midfielder, De Zerbi made clear that no starting berth could be guaranteed.