Tottenham Hotspur are keen to sign highly-rated young MK Dons midfielder Dele Alli, although they face stiff competition from Liverpool for his signature, according to the Daily Mail.

The 18-year-old has impressed during the early stages of this season, scoring six goals in eleven games, including a hat-trick against Crewe Alexandra last weekend.

Spurs head coach Mauricio Pochettino watched Alli play for the Dons in their 4-0 demolition of Manchester United in the League Cup back in August. 

The England Under-19 international impressed, causing havoc for United's more illustrious backline.

Although Alli signed a new three-year contract with the Dons last week, boss Karl Robinson may not be able to hold onto the starlet beyond the January transfer window.

Premier League Liverpool saw a £3.5m offer for the midfielder turned down over the summer and Robinson says Alli is worth £10m.

German giants Bayern Munich are also reportedly interested in Alli.