Tottenham Hotspur defender Ashley Phillips is in advanced talks to join Middlesbrough, according to reports citing Sky Sports. The 22-year-old centre-back is expected to move from Tottenham to the Championship club, with the transfer being described as close to completion. The Athletic reports that the initial fee is £7 million, with additional payments potentially bringing the total value up to £13 million through performance-related bonuses and add-ons. Both outlets frame the move as an approaching agreement between the two clubs rather than a fully confirmed signing. No sources provided here confirm the timing of the transfer or whether all add-ons are guaranteed. The reports also do not specify contract length or personal terms, but they agree that Middlesbrough is pursuing Phillips and that Tottenham is engaged in negotiations to facilitate the move.