Gareth Bale recalls choosing Spurs over Manchester United in 2007 to prioritise first-team football, a decision that led to his rise before a record move to Real Madrid.
AC Milan’s Rafael Leao wants the Premier League and is willing to join Tottenham for around £61m. The winger can also cover up front as Spurs prioritise attacking reinforcements under De Zerbi.
Spurs plan an £85m bid for Bournemouth’s 20-year-old Eli Kroupi Junior after his 13-goal season. Versatile across left and centre, he fits De Zerbi’s high-press demands, though Bournemouth resist a sale.
Fabrizio Romano says Cristian Romero could leave Spurs, and would like a move to La Liga if the right opportunity arrives. With Van de Ven, Van Hecke and Senesi in, Tottenham feel covered at centre-back.