Brentford have been told to forget about taking Tottenham midfielder Alex Pritchard in a permanent deal.

The Daily Mail says Tottenham have rejected Brentford's attempt to turn Pritchard's loan deal into a permanent transfer next month.

Pritchard has impressed in the Championship this season, making a valuable contribution as Mark Warburton's team have mounted a surprise bid for promotion.

Brentford were keen to sign the 21-year-old attacking midfielder on a permanent basis but Spurs believe he can still have a first-team future at White Hart Lane.