Tottenham Hotspur’s transfer strategy for the summer has been revealed, and it is more of the same when compared to previous windows under Ange Postecoglou.
Tottenham’s season to forget in the Premier League has been overshadowed by a sensational Europa League victory. However, the Tottenham first-team squad is still in desperate need of an upgrade.
New first-team starters and squad players alike were going to be needed and this is even more important, as Spurs have qualified for the Champions League.
One strategy Tottenham have used since Ange Postecoglou was appointed as manager is to sign prospects, who still have their best years to offer.
One only has to look at Lucas Bergvall to know this strategy has been effective. The 19-year-old has had a brilliant first season at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which has earned him a new long-term contract.
The fact that Postecoglou has hinted he wants to be at Spurs next season provides a reason to believe the club will continue adding young players to their squad. The Aussie declared at Tottenham’s bus parade that in a television series, season three is better than season two. This indicates he sees his time in N17 as a long-term project.
Tottenham will continue to sign young players
Journalist Peter O’Rourke has said Tottenham are looking to make improvements to their squad and this will include signing more young talents.
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He told Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast: “Spurs have had a bit of a different strategy in the last couple of windows.
“They’ve been looking at younger players, young talents that they can help develop and become big players at the club. I still think they’ll be looking at that type of signing for the summer if they are looking to strengthen their squad.
“There will be other players too, and other areas of the squad they look to strengthen in.”
Spurs also need experienced players this summer
O’Rourke’s reveal is not too surprising. He has made it clear Spurs still intend to sign some more experienced players, as well as youngsters. The importance of this plan cannot be understated, because the club need leaders.
Cristian Romero was a fine example of this on Wednesday. He used his experience and leadership skills to help Spurs to victory. This included putting Harry Maguire in his place and organising a group huddle in front of the Tottenham supporters, despite being forced to switch sides after the coin toss.
While the likes of Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte were brought in to provide instant success, Postecoglou has been more focused on creating a team for the future.