Toby Alderweireld’s future has been up for discussion over the past few weeks amid reports that his position at Tottenham Hotspur is in doubt.

The defender did not join the majority of his teammates in penning fresh terms at the North London outfit last summer.

Earlier this week, The Independent reported that Barcelona have joined the race to sign the Belgian international, while Manchester United also hold an interest.

The publication claimed that Alderweireld and Tottenham have reached a stumbling point in negotiations over a new contract, with the main sticking point thought to be wages.

The defender returned to action earlier this month after spending around three months on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.

Alderweireld has only featured twice since making his comeback due to minor setbacks in his recovery.

Today, the former Atletico Madrid player is celebrating his 29th birthday, and as expected, the club tweeted their well-wishes.

In response to the social media post, fans were more concerned with the defender’s contract situation.

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