Spurs Transfers: 5 Quick Defensive Fixes Tim Sherwood Should Consider In January

2. Ashley Cole

Although the centurian England cap has been rumoured to be joining Real Madrid, where he would be reunited with his former boss Carlo Ancelotti, a sneaky offer from Spurs could be on the cards if that move doesn't materialise. Cole has fallen out of favour with Jose Mourinho somewhat and, now that he has some genuine rivalry from Leighton Baines for an international place, he might be tempted to move for first team football in this World Cup year €“ even if it is just on loan for the rest of the season. Now 33 years old, Cole is certainly in the twilight of his career and being on the pitch should be the most important thing for him. Indeed, the media have speculated that Spurs - along with Liverpool - could be set to offer the left back a Premier League lifeline. The Arsenal link will always make a move to White Hart Lane that little bit more complicated for any player, however, so whether or not it could ever happen is open to debate. One thing is for certain €“ Cole would definitely be first choice at White Hart Lane and his move would ensure that Jan Vertonghen didn't have to deputise in his unfavoured full back position if Danny Rose was injured.