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Striker Dominic Solanke is available to play and Micky van de Ven and Pedro Porro will be named on the bench.

Mohammed Kudus remains sidelined and James Maddison will miss the match because of "a small injury" in his shoulder.

De Zerbi is unsure whether new signing Savio will "be ready" to start the game, but he is expected to be in the matchday squad.

On Savio: "In terms of one-on-one, he's one of the best players and can play on either side.

He said his side had enough quality to "do much better" in the opening 3-0 defeat at Brentford, but changing the mentality is "a big challenge".

More from De Zerbi on Sunday's loss: "We need to get used to winning the matches. We have to change the mood. I think the environment has to change - the players inside and the people inside have to change this mentality."

The Italian said Solanke is an "important player but he has to play much better than [he did] against Brentford", adding: "We need the striker to hold the ball when the opposition go man-to-man."

De Zerbi said Spurs have been "working very well" in this summer's transfer market, but he couldn't say whether there will be any more incomings or outgoings.

Nottingham Forest are determined to keep full-back Neco Williams this summer amid late interest from Tottenham.

Spurs' interest in the 25-year-old is at an exploratory stage, but sources close to Forest insist the City Ground club will not consider selling the Wales international this summer.

Williams proved a crucial player last season and is expected to play a key role for new manager Oliver Glasner this time around. Forest remain in talks with the former Liverpool defender over a new contract and it is their intention to extend his current deal - which expires in summer 2929 - to reflect his importance to the squad.

Reds boss Glasner has an interest in Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall, which poses a potential discussion point between the two clubs, but Spurs manager Roberto de Zerbi has insisted the 20-year-old Sweden international will stay in north London.

Tottenham have sold defender Djed Spence to Inter Milan and are open to signing a replacement - and it is understood De Zerbi would prefer one with Premier League experience.

Like Spence, Williams - who has made over 150 Premier League appearances - can play on both flanks, but is predominantly a left-back.

Spurs have options on the left in Destiny Udogie, Any Robertson and Ben Davies. Udogie is understood to have interest from Italy, while Robertson and Davies are in the latter stages of their careers.

At right-back, Pedro Porro is first choice but there is no direct competition - though Archie Gray can fill in.

As a result, there is a will at Spurs to sign a younger, versatile full-back before the window closes at 23:00 BST on 1 September.

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Winger Savinho says "it's taken a while" but he is "very happy" to have signed for Tottenham.

The 22-year-old's move to north London has been more than 12 months in the making, with Spurs failing in a bid to sign him last summer.

"It's a wonderful opportunity at a brilliant club with one of the best managers in the world," said Savinho.

"As soon as I spoke to the head coach, I knew I had to come. He told me he wants to help me reach the highest level, and I believe we can do that together, as a team."

De Zerbi added: "Savio is a player who brings energy, imagination and quality in wide positions. He has the courage to attack defenders and the ability to change a game with his creativity.

"We're very pleased to have him with us, and I'm looking forward to working with him, helping him continue to grow and seeing him bring his personality to the team."

Savinho joined Manchester City from French side Troyes in 2024, but his game time was limited under Pep Guardiola last term when he made just seven Premier League starts.

Spurs sporting director Johan Lange said the Brazilian "will excite our supporters every time he gets on the ball", adding: "He has already shown his quality at the highest level and we believe his ability, style and mentality will be a great fit for the squad we are building here.

"I'm looking forward to watching his development under Roberto's coaching."

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Coventry closing in on deal for Pinnock

Katie Stafford

BBC Sport Journalist

BBC Sport understands Coventry City are closing in on a deal for Brentford centre-back Ethan Pinnock.

The 33-year-old Jamaica international, who joined from Barnsley in 2019, is in the final year of his contract with the Bees.

He has made a total of 216 appearances for the West London club, scoring 12 times.

Pinnock played a vital role in Brentford's promotion to the Premier League but has since lost his place in their starting XI, featuring just eight times last season.

He would be the Sky Blues' ninth signing of the summer and second defensive reinforcement following the arrival of Aurele Amenda from Eintracht Frankfurt in July.

Football agent predicts 'a lot of movement' before window slams shut

Jordan Kenny

BBC Newsbeat presenter

So what does football agent Alex Levack think is going to happen in the last week of the window? And more importantly, how does he cope with it all?

He predicts Liverpool, Man City and Spurs will all do "more business" and thinks "there will still be a lot of movement".

"There will be a lot of conversations that may have been had earlier in the window," he tells BBC Newsbeat.

"And as we get closer to that deadline people either come down on their valuations or clubs might think we really need this player so we will pay that level of transfer fee.

Levack describes it as "squeaky bum time" and a bit like a "game of chess" waiting to see who will blink first.

"It’s mad, it's literally the phones are going all the time, it's moving parts," he says.

"What I always liken it to is a chain in a house buying process.

"Once a player moves it just opens up and it’s a massive domino effect and it just goes crazy."

'Drama wise, it's great for the neutral' - the football agent's perspective

Jordan Kenny

BBC Newsbeat presenter

With the futures of Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins and Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta still up in the air, BBC Newsbeat's got the agent's perspective on this summer's transfer window.

Alex Levack, who's been an agent for 26 years and represents Arsenal defender Ben White, agrees "there's definitely been a lot more drama".

"In more recent years Premier league clubs have been a lot more open to trading with other Premier League clubs which I think has been quite apparent in this window," he says.

"Drama wise, it’s great for the neutral."

Levack says the Watkins' one is "a real tough situation for both parties" because moves to Saudi Arabia "can be generational, or two generations worth of wealth".

"Whenever we sit down with clients we always ask them what’s your end game," he says.

"Some will say 'I want to win titles, I want to play in a top five league, I want to play internationally'.

"Some will say 'I want to make as much money as I can'.

"I don’t think you can knock people because ultimately this is their jobs."

Villa in talks with Club Brugge for defender Ordonez

Sami Mokbel

BBC Sport senior football correspondent

Aston Villa are working to sign Club Brugge central defender Joel Ordonez after failing to agree a deal with Southampton for Taylor Harwood-Bellis.

The Premier League side, who sold England defender Ezri Konsa to Arsenal last week, are accelerating their interest in Ordonez, with discussions ongoing and his Belgian Pro League club wanting a minimum £40m fee for the Ecuador international.

The 22-year-old centre-back, who played for his country at this summer's World Cup, has made 124 appearances for Club Brugge since joining in 2022 from Independiente del Valle.

Villa had targeted Harwood-Bellis, but there is understood to be a significant gap in valuation between them and Southampton after an offer worth £18m was rejected.

It remains to be seen whether a transfer for the 24-year-old can still be revived but, as things stand, Unai Emery's side have moved on to other targets.

Could the Watkins saga drag on?

Nick Mashiter

BBC Sport football news reporter

Tim, Hull: I understand that the Saudi transfer window is open until 23 Sept so the possible Ollie Watkins transfer may unfortunately continue into the international break. Hopefully, Villa retain their best-ever striker for another season (or at least til January)

Hi Tim, yes, the Saudi window does not close until 23 September, so there is a possibility it will drag on.

It may also involve Emi Martinez should he and Villa fail to find a domestic solution away from Villa Park before the end of the Premier League deadline on 1 September.

The window for Turkey closes on 4 September and there was interest from Fenerbahce for Watkins this summer, although any move to the Super Lig has been unlikely for a while.

Those who watch Villa regularly know Ollie Watkins' importance to the side and, should he go, then his value and significance at Villa will only grow in his absence.

Unai Emery wants the window closed before the start of the season, but that would still not stop clubs from Saudi, or elsewhere, raiding Premier League clubs if they do not fall into the same deadline, so it would not stop the uncertainty.

Forest determined to keep Williams

Sami Mokbel

BBC Sport senior football correspondent

Nottingham Forest are determined to keep full-back Neco Williams this summer amid late interest from Tottenham.

Having sold defender Djed Spence to Inter Milan, Spurs are open to signing a replacement with Williams believed to be among the names internally considered by the London club.

Tottenham's interest in Williams remains at an exploratory stage, however the London club will run into difficulty if they decide to accelerate a move for the 25-year-old before the end of the transfer window.

Sources close to Forest insist the City Ground club will not consider selling the Wales international this summer.

Williams proved a crucial player for Forest last season and is expected to play a key role for new manager Oliver Glasner.

Forest remain in talks with the former Liverpool defender over a new contract and it is their intention to extend his current deal to reflect his importance to the squad.

Williams' current deal expires in the summer of 2029.

It now remains to be seen whether Forest change their stance before the end of the window.

Intriguingly, Glasner has an interest in Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall which poses a potential discussion point between the two Premier League sides but Roberto De Zerbi has insisted the Swede is staying in London.

It is understood Tottenham manager De Zerbi would prefer any Spence replacement to have Premier League experience.

'Will Baleba cope with the higher pressure?'

Here are some of your views on Manchester United's pursuit of Brighton's Carlos Balena, having attempted to sign him last summer:

Dave: That's the last-minute decision! I know it has been talked about for a year or so, but in that year he has been non-existent. It seems a bad choice to me. Myles Lewis-Skelly surely outshines Baleba in all aspects football-related and money-related? And, more importantly, he is fit. Baleba is an Andrey Santos inferior and he is more expensive.

Howard: I'm happy with this. We need some strength in midfield and he can provide that. Also, he wants Manchester United which is great. We shouldn't pay too much attention to his poor season last time out, he was unsettled and he will be good for us. Let's hope this happens, we need a good strong defensive midfielder like him.

Thomas: There are far more talented players that have failed at United, and far worse ones that have excelled. We need players with elite mentalities. If he has that, then he has my full support.

Mark: My biggest concern over Baleba is whether he will cope with the higher pressure at United. His form fell off last season - if it was because the move fell through then it would be a concern over his mental strength, if not it is a question over why it happened and whether he can regain that form.

Coops: I'm absolutely baffled by this one. Another bang average midfielder when we desperately need a defensive rebuild. Maxence Lacroix, Ezri Konsa, Jan Paul van Hecke all gone to our rivals. A bad transfer window, despite all the promises, again!

Man Utd agree £70m fee for Brighton's Baleba

Simon Stone

BBC Sport Chief Football News Reporter

Manchester United have agreed a fee of up to £70m for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.

The two clubs reached a breakthrough in negotiations on Friday evening, which left the 22-year-old free to complete his medical with the Old Trafford outfit this weekend.

United targeted the Cameroon international this week after deciding to strengthen their midfield further following the earlier arrivals of Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.

They will pay an initial £65m, plus a potential £5m in add-ons, while the Seagulls have also negotiated a sell-on clause.

Baleba, who joined Brighton from Lille in 2023, is currently sidelined with an ankle injury he picked up during their pre-season training camp in Austria.

Once the deal goes through, it will take United's summer spending up to £153m.

However, it is also a huge saving on what Brighton were demanding as the 2025 transfer deadline approached.

Man City agree deal for Palmeiras winger Allan

Shamoon Hafez

Football reporter

Manchester City have agreed to sign winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a deal worth up to £34.2m.

The 22-year-old Brazilian will come in as a replacement for compatriot Savinho, who looks set to join Tottenham.

City are set to pay a fixed fee of £32m, plus £2.2m in add-ons, and a medical is scheduled to take place in the coming days.

They remain in advanced talks to sell Egypt forward Omar Marmoush to Spurs, and sources with knowledge of the situation say there is a "good chance" the deal gets completed before the 1 September transfer deadline.

Discussions are ongoing between the two clubs and there are some details yet to be agreed.

Midfielder Nico Gonzalez may also depart Etihad Stadium before the end of the transfer window, with strong interest in the Spaniard from Newcastle.

Watkins to Man Utd?

Simon Stone

BBC Sport Chief Football News Reporter

Adrian, Somerset: Is it too late for Manchester United to make a move for Ollie Watkins? I think he would be perfect.

It has felt for a couple of seasons Manchester United could do with an experienced back-up striker to a younger first choice.

Ollie Watkins has previously been mentioned in United circles but I’m not sure it would happen this summer.

It seems a combination of Marcus Rashford not moving as anticipated and Manuel Ugarte's injury blocking a likely summer exit are forcing United to think seriously about their transfer strategy.

If Joshua Zirkzee leaves for Italy, I think it would come down to a choice between a left-back and a forward. The former would seem more obvious.

Who is Bouaddi?

Ayyoub Bouaddi impressed at this summer's World Cup - starting five of Morocco's six matches in their run to the quarter-finals - after a starring role in Lille's Champions League victory over Real Madrid in 2024 announced him on the big stage.

He functions as a deep-lying conductor and would complement Elliot Anderson, who is comfortable as a box-to-box midfielder as well as the number six role he plays for England.

Making his debut in October 2023 - three days after his 16th birthday - Bouaddi has played 88 times for Lille and helped them finish third in Ligue 1 last season.

He broke a record held by Eden Hazard after making 50 league appearances for Lille at the age of just 18.

Man City agree £86m deal for teen midfielder Bouaddi

Sami Mokbel

BBC Sport Senior football correspondent

Manchester City have agreed a deal in principle worth 100m euros (£85.6m) to sign 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.

BBC Sport reported earlier this week that the two clubs were in advanced talks over a deal for the Morocco international to join City.

An agreement for the teenager to join Enzo Maresca's side is now in place, with Bouaddi now set to complete his protracted move to England with Lille accepting an initial fee of £81.4m, plus £4.2m in add-ons.

Having sold midfielders Rodri to Barcelona in a £65m deal and Tijjani Reinders to Saudi Arabian side Al-Qadsiah for £52m, City have prioritised central midfield as an area to strengthen.

They remain interested in Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez but it remains to be seen whether a deal can be struck.

They have already added England's Elliot Anderson for £116m from Nottingham Forest.

Plymouth Argyle have signed Leyton Orient midfielder Tyreeq Bakinson and Tottenham Hotspur forward Oliver Irow on season-long loans.

Bakinson rejoins the Pilgrims six years after he first played for the club under Ryan Lowe during the 2019-20 League Two promotion-winning campaign.

The 27-year-old has gone on to play for Sheffield Wednesday, Wycombe Wanderers, Charlton Athletic and Orient, where he featured 43 times last season.

Irow, 20, came through the Spurs youth set-up and spent the second half of last season on loan at Mansfield Town, where he played 18 times and scored four goals.

Plymouth boss Tom Cleverley described Bakinson as someone who could "do a bit of everything" in midfield.

"He is tall, physical, reads the game well and is clean on the ball," he told BBC Radio Devon. "I'm looking forward to working with him."

Speaking about Irow, Cleverley said the forward as being able to play in a variety of positions.

"He's a young winger who can play off the left, or the right, and down the middle as well. So, he is versatile and gives us options."

The double signing comes just days after Plymouth sold midfielder Brendan Wiredu to Salford.

Cleverley confirmed both players would be available for the EFL Cup second-round tie against Coventry City on Tuesday.

'I don't understand what happens when they put on a Spurs shirt'

'I don't understand what happens when they put on a Spurs shirt'

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Former Premier League striker Charlie Austin doesn't believe Roberto de Zerbi has a single player in his squad who would "put the scares up you" this season.

Tottenham, who have spent in the region of £237m this summer, fell to a shock 3-0 defeat against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium, despite four of their statement summer signings being named in their starting XI.

"There were problems all over the pitch," Austin said on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily. "They just looked like the same old Tottenham.

"As much as they have spent the money, I just don't see the return from it. They don't strike fear into teams any more. Put it this way: teams want to play against Tottenham to win.

"You feared playing Tottenham years ago because they had Harry Kane down the middle, now I would ask you to find me someone who is going to put the scares up you. There's nobody that does that.

"People say they don't have a leader, but they have Andy Robertson at left-back who has won every trophy there is going, so there are leaders in that team.

"You also have Sandro Tonali, who didn't score any goals for Newcastle United last season. I'm all for paying £100m for a player if they got 15 or more goals and assists from central midfield, but he didn't.

"I've said for the past two years that you can never replace Harry Kane, but what you can try to do is try to put someone down the middle who is going to put the ball in the back of the net - and Richarlison is not that person."