Tottenham are reportedly leading the race to sign West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville ahead of the summer transfer window, but they face competition from a host of Premier League clubs, according to TEAMtalk.
It could be one of the busiest summer transfer windows in recent history for Spurs after such a disappointing 2025/2026 season.
The north London club sit just one point above the relegation zone with seven games remaining in the Premier League, and the threat of dropping down to the Championship has become more serious as the season has gone on.
If Tottenham manage to survive, then they will likely want to strengthen significantly, as a host of their current squad have underperformed under both Igor Tudor and Thomas Frank.
Tottenham Lead Race for West Ham Winger
According to a report from TEAMtalk, Tottenham are leading the race to sign West Ham winger Summerville ahead of the summer transfer window.
Spurs are one of a host of clubs who are monitoring the Dutch forward, and his future could depend on how the Hammers end the season.
The report claims that Summerville could head through the exit door regardless of whether West Ham stay in the Premier League, but you'd imagine relegation will all but seal his departure, especially with a number of clubs keen to secure his signature.
West Ham have little intention of allowing Summerville to depart, but it could be difficult for them to keep hold of him if a bidding war ensues in the summer transfer window.
Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer recently labelled Summerville as 'absolutely outstanding', and his valuation, as it stands, is believed to be in the region of £25m and £35m.
Summerville Could Be Spurs' Mitoma
Summerville could be De Zerbi's own version of Kaoru Mitoma.
The Japanese international flourished at Brighton under De Zerbi, providing 29 goals and assists in 62 matches.
Summerville shares similar traits, being a winger who loves to take on his market at pace, scoring and creating from out wide.
If West Ham are relegated from the Premier League this season, then Spurs could secure the signature of Summerville for a reasonable fee, and it would a smart, cost-effective signing for the north London club if they can get a deal over the line.
Tottenham Lineup With Summerville
GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT how Tottenham could line up under De Zerbi if they signed Summerville.