Transfer gossip: Spurs linked with Mawson

Tottenham have opened talks to sign Alfie Mawson, the Sun on Sunday say.

The Hillingdon-born defender has impressed since joining Swansea from Barnsley last year and the Sun on Sunday say Spurs have contacted the Welsh club about a potential deal.

Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is said to be keen on the former England Under-21 international. 

The newspaper also say Tottenham are set to offer £15m for Mawson and that he could replace Toby Alderweireld at the north London club.

It comes amid speculation over the future of Alderweireld, who has been linked with a possible move.

Mawson, 23, started his career at Brentford but left Griffin Park without making a league appearance, having rejected a new contract.

He signed for Barnsley, where his excellent performances earned him a move to the Premier League.