Tottenham are reportedly considering buying the new Wembley stadium.

With the cost of rebuilding the stadium spiralling towards the £1billion mark, The Guardian claims that Spurs could launch their audacious bid if the Football Association are left in serious financial difficulty.

Spurs would be plunged into huge debt as a result but the plan would involve leasing it back to the FA for England games and FA Cup semi-finals and final.

Although this potential move is considered a long shot, it underlines their desire to leave White Hart Lane for a larger stadium while it's believed their number one option remains the Olympic Stadium after the 2012 event.

Tottenham, who could face a challenge from West Ham, are said to be well ahead in the lobbying game and have already approached Keith Mills, the former deputy chairman of the London 2012 bid, about taking up a non-executive role on the board.