The summer transfer window isn't even officially open yet, but Tottenham have not wasted any time in trying to land a few key players for the squad rebuild.
Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi are already through the door for Spurs, while progress is being made over deals to sign Savinho and Jan Paul van Hecke.
Some exits may need to follow to help balance out the remainder of the squad, but that still doesn't seem set to stop Tottenham from giving Roberto De Zerbi the tools to progress in the right direction for next season.
Even with so many defenders at his disposal, another versatile option could be on their way to North London this summer, as interest ramps up over one star heading to the World Cup.
Maxi Araujo Linked With Tottenham
According to reports from Portuguese outlet Record, via Sport Witness, Tottenham are showing a keen interest in Sporting CP star Maxi Araujo.
The 26-year-old is a versatile option, capable of playing at both left-back and left-wing for the Portuguese outfit, providing a handful of goals and assists along the way.
It's claimed that Spurs are joined by Premier League rivals Manchester United and Chelsea in the race to land Araujo, while La Liga side Atletico Madrid have also been monitoring a potential deal.
Any move is unlikely to come cheap, as Sporting CP are wanting close to the defender's £69 million release clause to allow for any talks of an exit.
It's stated that the club are willing to prepare improved terms on his contract, which currently runs until 2029, but it may take some time to get to those possible discussions.
Sporting are only likely to assess Araujo's position after the World Cup, where he is set to feature for Uruguay in group games against Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Cape Verde.
Beyond that point, Tottenham and their rivals may get a clearer picture of the availability of the 26-year-old this summer.
Tottenham's Left-Back Balance
A move for Araujo may seem slightly unlikely at Tottenham, mainly due to the depth they already have in his primary left-back position.
Robertson's arrival strengthens that position, which is backed up by Destiny Udogie when he is available, Ben Davies following his contract extension, and Djed Spence when switching to that side.
Throw January signing Souza into the mix, and that makes for five players already taking up that one position, albeit with some versatility in there.
That may need addressing in the window, even before considering further signings, as Souza seems the most likely candidate to leave on loan.
It remains to be seen what De Zerbi will do with the strength in depth, considering the lack of European football for next season, but there may be an opportunity to mix and match his teams more.