Tottenham's £100m move for Sandro Tonali is framed as one that could soon look a bargain, with his pre-season form raising hopes of a major impact under Roberto De Zerbi.
Tottenham are waiting on Liverpool's response to an offer for Cody Gakpo, who has spoken to Spurs and is ready to join, but his future hinges on Liverpool signing replacements.
Tottenham could lose Pape Matar Sarr to Galatasaray in a busy end to the window, while Savinho's arrival from Manchester City edges closer.
Tottenham face an injury blow before the new season, with Roberto De Zerbi providing a fitness update on key players ahead of their opener.
Former Spurs scout Mick Brown has urged Tottenham to target Jean-Philippe Mateta, citing his 50 Palace goals and contract situation, while talks for Omar Marmoush continue.
Ahead of Brentford, Tottenham are judged to need at least a top-seven finish after heavy spending, positive pre-season and De Zerbi's first full summer in charge.
Tottenham's opener at Brentford is tipped to be a high-scoring derby, with Spurs backed for a 2-2 draw amid injury doubts in De Zerbi's new-look defence. Livescore
Tottenham may need to lower expectations of James Maddison after his ACL tear, with doubts over his fitness and ability to be more than a useful squad option this season.
Destiny Udogie's fitness remains a concern for Tottenham after an injury-hit 2025/26, with Andy Robertson and Souza adding pressure before Brentford.
Tottenham want three more forwards before the deadline, including a winger and a centre-forward, as talks with Manchester City continue after more than £200m spent this summer.
Tottenham are testing Manchester City's willingness to sell as talks continue late in the transfer window.
Conor Gallagher's improved form under Roberto De Zerbi is the main reason for Tottenham fans to be optimistic, with his work rate and role-player value highlighted.
Micky van de Ven has been appointed Tottenham captain after Cristian Romero's move to Atletico Madrid, with Pedro Porro, Ben Davies, James Maddison and Archie Gray in the leadership group.