Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing to reignite their interest in Danny Ings as the speculation surrounding the striker's Southampton future continues to gather pace.

Spurs were linked with the 29-year-old during last summer's transfer window, but the Saints were not prepared to discuss a deal for the England international.

Ings has again been in impressive form for Ralph Hasenhuttl's side during the 2020-21 campaign, scoring seven times and registering three assists in 13 Premier League appearances.

According to The Sun, Tottenham remain keen on a deal, with the London club's head coach Jose Mourinho a 'huge fan' of the former Liverpool striker.

Ings's existing contract at St Mary's is due to expire in June 2022, although Southampton boss Hasenhuttl recently said that he was hopeful of keeping the forward at the club on a long-term basis.

Spurs signed Carlos Vinicius from Benfica last summer as back up to Harry Kane, but the 25-year-old is only on loan at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.