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Tottenham have already made a number of signings this summer and are keen to secure more

Tottenham are planning to further strengthen their squad despite having already spent £237million this summer. Spurs have secured Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke so far to bolster their midfield and backline.

Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka have also moved to north London, saving Roberto De Zerbi funds as they all arrive on free transfers. Despite five players already coming through the doors of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the manager is not planning on slowing his transfer plans down anytime soon.

Discussing his process after the 2-0 friendly win against Auckland on Sunday, De Zerbi said: "It is not finished yet, our transfer market. I think we can be happier at the end of this transfer market, because I spoke a lot to the owner, the board, and they want to build a very strong team for this season, but to make the base for the future to become great again."

A number of Premier League stars have been linked with the Lilywhites, including Savinho, Marcus Rashford and Eli Junior Kroupi. Here, Mirror Football has outlined how Spurs can achieve the ideal start to their 2026/27 season as the transfer window enters its final month.

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Rashford signs

Spurs have made little secret of their pursuit of Rashford - yet Manchester United are unwilling to sell him to a rival Premier League club. The iPaper reports that United are firmly against facing their academy product in the top flight, with club insiders reportedly fearing "humiliation" should he score against his former employers.

However, the club's top brass have been outspoken about their desire to remove his whopping £350,000-a-week wages from their books. This could hand Tottenham the opening to make a rapid move for the England international.

Rashford enjoyed a stellar spell with Barcelona last season, racking up 28 goal contributions and playing his part in their La Liga title triumph. De Zerbi would need to seal a deal ahead of Arsenal and Chelsea, both of whom have been closely monitoring the 28-year-old.

De Zerbi wish granted

The Tottenham manager has made no secret of his desire to bring more attacking-minded players into his ranks. Several names have been touted, among them Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi and Franco Mastantuono of Real Madrid.

Kroupi would represent a shrewd acquisition - but the Bournemouth forward has attracted attention from numerous leading clubs across Europe and may ultimately prove too costly. Meanwhile, Real are reportedly only willing to let Mastantuono depart on a temporary basis this summer.

However, Manchester City's Savinho appears to be the ideal wide player for Spurs to pursue. The winger is receptive to a departure, according to BBC Sport, with a switch to Tottenham emerging as a realistic possibility.

The 22-year-old represents a priority target for De Zerbi, with Tottenham conducting discussions last summer about securing his move to north London. City showed no interest in selling at that point but may now be willing to allow Savinho to leave as he seeks more playing opportunities.

Outcast stars depart

Spurs will equally be eager to offload some of their fringe players, whether on loan or permanently. The Daily Mail reports West Ham are interested in acquiring Manor Solomon from Tottenham, with the winger seeking an exit.

Solomon has featured in merely six matches for the club over three seasons, spending time at Villarreal, Fiorentina and Leeds. The player's representative has made it clear that a loan arrangement is not desired, with the Hammers likely having to pay approximately £7m for his signature.

Club captain Cristian Romero has been linked with numerous clubs and is anticipated to depart this summer. Tottenham are reportedly demanding £42.8m for his services, with Inter Milan, Chelsea, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid among the sides to have been mentioned as potential suitors.

Portuguese publication Maisfutebol reports that Porto are pursuing Spurs defender Souza. The left-back was originally recruited during the January transfer window as backup for Djed Spence.

However, the left-back managed just four Premier League outings and could be heading for the exit door after only six months in the capital. With Destiny Udogie and Andrew Robertson likely to rank above him in the pecking order, a departure could suit all concerned - even if it is only on a temporary basis.

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How to watch Tottenham vs Sydney - TV channel, live stream and kick-off time

Tottenham Hotspur are set to continue their pre-season schedule against Sydney

Everything you need to know ahead of Tottenham vs Sydney

Kick-off time and location: Tottenham Hotspur will continue their pre-season tour by facing A-League side Sydney FC on Wednesday, July 29. The match is scheduled to kick off at 10.45am UK time, with the game taking place at Allianz Stadium in Sydney, Australia.

UK television channel: Fans based in the United Kingdom will not be able to find this fixture on standard terrestrial or mainstream satellite television channels. The game will be exclusively broadcast live on SPURSPLAY, which serves as the dedicated media and streaming platform for the Premier League club.

Live stream information: Supporters wishing to follow the action can stream the match online through the official Tottenham Hotspur website or by downloading the SPURSPLAY app. Accessing the live stream requires an active subscription, currently priced at £45 for the year.

How to watch in the US: For dedicated fans tuning in from the United States, the pre-season match will also be available to stream globally via the SPURSPLAY platform. Due to the significant time difference with Australia, the game will begin at 5.45am EST or 2.45am PST for American viewers.

Team news and injuries: Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi fielded a youthful team in his side's previous win over Auckland. The Spurs boss confirmed that James Maddison had been dealing with a small injury ahead of the game, with Destiny Udogie also in a similar situation, but hinted that Sandro Tonali could feature against Sydney.

Head-to-head record: This will be the second-ever game between the two sides, 11 years on from their last meeting. Tottenham won the previous match 1-0 during a post-season tour in May 2015, with a young Harry Kane getting the decisive goal for Spurs.

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Rarely do Premier League rivals look to do transfer business with each other, but it's been claimed Chelsea and Arsenal are eying one of Tottenham's biggest stars

Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero is on Arsenal and Chelsea's transfer radar. This claim has been made by Italian media, after Romero was reportedly offered to Inter Milan.

The 28-year-old is expected to depart this summer, after finding himself in the firing line of Spurs fans toward the end of the season. His decision to fly back to Argentina for medical treatment on a knee injury did not go down well with the north Londoners' fans, particularly when it was claimed he would be absent for their win or relegation final Premier League clash against Everton.

Thinking better of the situation, Romero did fly back to see his team-mates save their skin against the Toffees, but after Spurs brought in Jan Paul van Hecke and Marco Senesi his future is looking uncertain.

While Inter emerged as early contenders for his signature, Italian outlets understand they may have to battle Chelsea and Arsenal to sign him.

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Corriere dello Sport claims that both Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso's sides are among those vying for the former Atalanta defender. The Gunners are actively seeking reinforcements at centre-back, with William Saliba set to miss a significant chunk of the season after undergoing back surgery.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are poised to confirm the capture of Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix, yet are also thought to be pursuing an additional centre-half. Free agent John Stones, who departed Manchester City at the end of last season, has similarly been linked with both clubs.

It would be an intriguing development if either Arsenal or Chelsea secured a deal for Romero. Mundo Deportivo have suggested that Spurs are seeking approximately £25.9m despite previously placing his value at around £60.3m.

Atletico Madrid and Barcelona have also been linked with interest in Romero this summer. Spurs rejected an approach from the former last season when they made enquiries about his availability.

Despite his change of heart, Romero's future at the club still appears destined to conclude this summer, one way or another. Inter sporting director Piero Ausilo also virtually confirmed they are keen on signing him.

He told Sky Sport Italy. "It's definitely a deal we are trying to sign with the player and the club (Tottenham). These things take some time but there's definitely interest. Let's see."

All you need to know about how to watch the pre-season game between Auckland vs Tottenham this weekend

All you need to know to watch Auckland vs Tottenham in pre-season friendly

Kick-off time: The pre-season friendly between Auckland vs Tottenham is officially scheduled to get underway at 4.30am on Sunday, July 26, UK time. This equates to a 3.30pm start time locally in New Zealand, meaning British fans will need to set their alarms incredibly early to watch the full match.

Location: The fixture will be contested at the historic Eden Park stadium, which is situated right in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand. While the 50,000-capacity arena is traditionally renowned for hosting the All Blacks international rugby matches, it is being specially utilised as the main hub for the New Zealand International Football Festival.

UK television channel: There will be no traditional television broadcast available for this match, meaning fans will not find it on major sports networks like Sky Sports or TNT Sports. Instead, exclusive club broadcast coverage will be provided, with the official pre-match programming starting at exactly 4am to bring fans a full half-hour of build-up.

Live stream information: Supporters based in the UK and across the globe can watch the game unfold live by subscribing to the club's premium SPURSPLAY streaming service. Fans will need a subscription to watch the tie but can easily access the live stream by downloading the official Tottenham Hotspur application on their mobile devices and tablets, or by logging into the club website on a standard online desktop browser.

UK radio coverage: At this current time, national broadcasters such as BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT have not scheduled any live audio commentary for this particular pre-season clash. Listeners who prefer to follow along via text or audio updates will instead need to keep a close eye on the dedicated live text blog run by the official Tottenham Hotspur Match Centre.

Tottenham Hotspur team news: Under the guidance of Roberto De Zerbi, recent high-profile summer signings such as midfielders Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, alongside veteran full-back Andy Robertson, are all anticipated to make an appearance. Mohamed Kudus, Xavi Simons, Dejan Kulusevski and Wilson Odobert will continue their rehabilitation from injury in the UK, while Guglielmo Vicario sustained a knock in training and will undergo treatment. Rodrigo Bentancur and Pape Matar Sarr have been granted extended leave following their exploits at the World Cup, while Pedro Porro, Marcos Senesi, Cristian Romero and Djed Spence will also not travel after going deep into the tournament.

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Mateus Fernandes was linked to Manchester United this summer but the former West Ham man opted for a move to Spurs instead and has kicked off his career in North London in style

Mateus Fernandes has enjoyed a blockbuster start to his Tottenham career with a stunning goal on his debut. The Portuguese midfielder completed a move to North London last month in an £85million switch from relegated West Ham.

Fernandes, 22, was also linked with a switch to Manchester United but the Red Devils were unwilling to pay the amount that the Hammers demanded for his services.

Instead, they have paid a combined £85m for Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos from Aston Villa and Chelsea respectively. And while United will reflect positively on their own business, they might have some slight regret if Fernandes’ pre-season strike for Spurs is anything to go by.

Roberto De Zerbi’s side took on MK Dons in their pre-season opener on Wednesday, with Fernandes lashing home a stunning volley from outside of the box.

Speaking about his goal, the midfielder said: “It was great, no? The second I did the goal, I thought no I can’t shoot again because if I miss, they will say I am lucky.

“It’s given me confidence for the next game, for the next days. The most important thing is to play well, control the game. In the last minutes, I was so tired so I need to improve this as well but it’s very important for me to play well.

“It was my favourite goal of my career. It was fantastic. It is number one by a mile, the second one was last season. I need to do this more times, to score a goal and shoot outside of the box. I know I can do it so this gives me confidence for the days ahead.”

On how preparations for the 2026/27 season were going, Fernandes added: “The weather in England it’s so good, not too tough. I think it’s important for me to speak with the manager and with the guys. Everyone is incredible.

“I’m very happy to be here. I know I’m playing for a massive club. We are playing for the top of the Premier League and the levels need to be big. We need to train hard to arrive in the games and compete with the opponents.”

Asked what he wants to achieve during his time with Spurs, Fernandes said: “As an individual, I want to do better than last season. I know I need to score more goals like today, get more assists. Be more constant on my game.

“Playing for Tottenham, maybe that pressure can be even more. I need to be better in many aspects and this is the reason I am here. I know Mr De Zerbi will improve me and the team and now it’s just us against the world.”

Tottenham take on MK Dons in a friendly at the Premier League sides training ground

Is Tottenham vs MK Dons on TV today?

Match information: Tottenham take on MK Dons on Wednesday, July 22. The match will be held at Hotspur Way at the club's training ground.

Kick-off time: The friendly fixture will begin at 5pm UK time.

Is it on TV?: Despite this game taking place at Spurs' training ground, it will be available on SPURSPLAY. This is the only place fans can watch the MK Dons clash, as it is not available on any free-to-air channels.

How do I watch Spurs vs MK Dons?: To access SPURSPLAY, you will need a club account. Season ticket holders, One Hotspur+ members, and One Hotspur members will access the live stream for free.

Other preseason fixtures: Spurs will face Auckland FC (July 26), Sydney FC (July 29), Chelsea (August 1), Getafe CF (August 8) and TSG Hoffenheim (August 15 and 16). These can all be watched with a SPURSPLAY account.

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Manchester United are busy strengthening their squad in the transfer window while Marcus Rashford's future remains a topic of discussion

Manchester United’s summer recruitment is underway as the club reshape their squad in the transfer market. Michael Carrick has already welcomed several new signings but will want to further strengthen before the start of the new campaign.

United have begun rebuilding their midfield after losing Casemiro at the end of last season. Andrey Santos signed from Chelsea before the club completed a shock move for Aston Villa ’s Youri Tielemans.

Former Leeds goalkeeper Karl Darlow has also arrived as experienced backup to Senne Lammens. However, United have shown a commitment to building for the long-term after sealing a move for highly-rated Tottenham prospect Tynan Thompson.

Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford’s future remains a topic of discussion after his time with England at the World Cup recently came to an end. Here, Mirror Football takes a closer look at some of the stories surrounding United.

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Marcus Rashford is open to rejoining United training at the end of his summer break after collecting a bronze medal at the World Cup. The forward has not played for United since December 2024, though his next steps have seemed uncertain since Barcelona opted not to trigger their £26m buy option at the end of his loan deal this summer.

A second clause that allowed clubs to sign Rashford for £40m also expired this month. BBC Sport reports that Rashford, who has two years left on his contract, is “relaxed” about the thought of linking back up with the United squad in training.

The 28-year-old is also claimed to have a more positive dynamic with his ex-teammate and new boss Carrick compared to his “confrontational relationship” with former United manager Ruben Amorim. In his latest spell away from Old Trafford, Rashford notched 14 goals and assists apiece for Barcelona last term, winning La Liga.

Upon completing his World Cup duties, Rahford wrote on social media: “Keep believing in us. Our time will come. Now it's time for me to rest, reflect, spend some quality time with family and friends, and come back a better version of myself."

£8m transfer complete

United have completed the signing of Tottenham Hotspur prospect Tynan Thompason. The 18-year-old, who was named in Champions League matchday squads for Spurs last season, has arrived for an initial £4m, plus a further £4m in potential add-ons.

The winger is set to start his United career with the club’s U21s but could force his way into first team plans. The deal with Spurs also includes a 15 per cent sell-on clause.

Announcing the transfer, a United statement said: " Manchester United have agreed the signing of exciting young winger Tynan Thompson, subject to registration. The England youth international has joined from Tottenham Hotspur.

"The 18-year-old scored 13 goals and contributed six assists last season across Under-18s to Under-21s level, including seven goals in seven UEFA Youth League games. His performances earned him opportunities within Spurs’ first-team matchday squads. Everyone at United would like to welcome Tynan to the club and wish him the very best of luck for the future."

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