Opinion suggests Spurs could turn to the ‘English Neymar’ as a cost-effective wide option instead of pursuing Rafael Leao or Cody Gakpo.
Inter assess Djed Spence despite Spurs’ ‘very high’ valuation. The wing-back impressed on loan at Genoa in 2024 and is now in Tottenham’s first‑team picture, making a deal dependent on cost.
Xavi Simons hails De Zerbi’s ‘new energy’, targets a ‘new Tottenham’, and updates ACL rehab. He praises big signings Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, Robertson and van Hecke, and vows to return stronger.
Al Ahli agree €45m deal with Sporting for Francisco Trincão, offering €10m a year. He is holding out for Premier League interest from Man City or Spurs, who must match Sporting’s terms to sign him.
Benfica raise Andreas Schjelderup’s price to €50m after a standout World Cup, including a screamer v England and two assists for Haaland. Chelsea, Liverpool and Spurs remain keen as he eyes England.
Analysis argues Spurs have shifted power to De Zerbi, backing him with £237m on Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and van Hecke plus free agents Robertson, Senesi and Dubravka, marking a new recruitment model.
Spurs are readying a mega bid for a Premier League forward despite already signing Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.