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Tottenham have already made strides to improve their defensive options this summer, but Portal do Gremista reports that the Lilywhites are back in for another player in the defence.

Roberto De Zerbi has wasted no time in attempting to rebuild the Spurs squad in his image, with Marcos Senesi the latest confirmed transfer addition to the defensive line.

The Argentinian centre-back joins Andy Robertson in becoming the second deal sealed by Tottenham, but work is already underway to add even more strength in depth.

Several bids have been made in an attempt to sign Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton, with the direction of travel suggesting that the Dutch centre-back will be the next permanent addition.

Even with those signings in the backline, Tottenham appear to be lining up another defender, but one for the future.

Tottenham Want Defender Viery

Another defender on Tottenham's radar this summer is Gremio star Viery, a young defender who is capable of playing as both a centre-back, and a left-back.

Portal do Gremista claims that Spurs have joined the race for the 21-year-old, alongside several top clubs in the Premier League and others in Europe.

Newcastle, Brighton, Nottingham Forest, and Sunderland are claimed to be in the race from England, while Roma, Juventus and Fiorentina have also been monitoring a move from the continent.

Scouts from those clubs have been watching the defender intently, with Gremio understanding that there is likely to be a battle over the star's signature.

Newcastle and Fiorentina are claimed to have bids in the region of €12 million (£10.3 million) rejected, with a potential bidding war on the cards for those involved.

Viery could be the second Brazilian star to join Tottenham this summer, if he joins, as the club closes in on a move to sign Savinho from Manchester City.

Centre-Back Dilemma

A move for Viery could prove to be an impressive one, if the young defender goes on to impress in the Premier League for Tottenham.

That said, it brings up the obvious question surrounding where he would be in the team's pecking order, and what role he would exactly fill for the future.

If the 21-year-old is viewed as an option for the long-term, then he will have a lot of quality players ahead of him, if as expected, the centre-back ranks include the likes of Micky van de Ven, Kevin Danso, Luka Vuskovic, Senesi, and Van Hecke.

If he takes up the role of promising youngster on the fringes, then it brings up doubts over Vuskovic's future, amid links with a potential exit.

The Croatia international is keen on game time moving forward, and adding another centre-back into the conversation may only restrict either player's chances further.

Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to wrap up their third major signing of the summer in the next 72 hours, according to the Athletic.

Having only avoided relegation to the Championship on the final day of the Premier League season, Tottenham chiefs are working to provide Roberto De Zerbi with a stronger squad that he can lead up the standings next term.

Spurs have already completed the signings of two experienced Premier League free agents in Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi to strengthen a backline which has conceded 183 top flight goals across the previous three seasons.

But ENIC are nowhere near being done, with potential additions in the goalkeeper position, defence, midfield and attack still to come.

The north Londoners are in talks to sign Brighton and Hove Albion centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke and Manchester City winger Savinho, while they are also ready to firm up interest in the Brazilian's City teammate James Trafford should Guglielmo Vicario secure an exit from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the next few months.

Tottenham are hoping to complete one deal as soon as possible though, and it could have ramifications for one of their key players.

Tottenham Want to Complete Van Hecke Transfer by Sunday

One player Tottenham are trying to get a deal over the line for is Van Hecke, who is said to have decided it is only Spurs he wants to join this summer.

Personal terms are already reportedly in place, and now the north Londoners must agree a fee with the Seagulls, who are notoriously difficult to negotiate with.

Tottenham have already had two bids rejected for the Netherlands international with a third planned, according to GIVEMESPORT sources, with a separate report from the BBC claiming that the south coast side value the 26-year-old at £70m, even though he only has one year remaining on his contract at the Amex Stadium.

According to the Athletic, Spurs want to complete the deal before the Netherlands' first World Cup group game against Japan on Sunday night.

Van Hecke Deal Could Have Ramifications for Two Players

Should Van Hecke join Senesi at Spurs, then De Zerbi's centre-back options would include those two, captain Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Radu Dragusin, Kevin Danso and Luka Vuskovic.

It seems more and more likely that after months of rumours, Romero is likely to be on his way out of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer.

You would think that even if the Argentina international does go, at least one more centre-back exit could still be possible, given Van Hecke, Senesi and Van de Ven would be the most favoured options.

The case of Vuskovic is interesting in particular, with the 19-year-old viewed as one of the best young centre-backs in Europe, which was only highlighted by his impressive loan spell with Hamburg this season.

Should Van Hecke sign, it would be difficult to see Vuskovic getting many minutes, and it would leave Tottenham and the player with a decision to make. Does he fight for his place with limited game time, or do they sanction another exit either on loan or permanently?

Tottenham Hotspur are moving full steam ahead with their transfer plans under Roberto De Zerbi.

The Italian came in last season and helped rescue Spurs from what would have proven a disastrous relegation, with the North London club securing their survival on the final day.

Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson have both arrived on free transfers as De Zerbi looks for more players who can provide experience and leadership for next campaign.

They are in talks with Manchester City over a deal for Savinho and have submitted two bids for Jan Paul van Hecke.

After finishing 17th in the Premier League, there will inevitably be exits from the club before the 2026/27 season gets underway.

There are reports Mathys Tel’s future at the club is in doubt, just 12 months on from his £30million switch from Bayern Munich.

Mathys Tel open to Tottenham exit

That is according to TEAMtalk, who report that a 'shock' move to Bournemouth is on the cards for Tel. The Frenchman joined Spurs permanently 12 months ago, after spending the second half of the 2024/25 campaign on loan in North London.

Tottenham's preference is keep to Tel but the player is said to be frustrated by his 'limited' role at the club and is keen to move somewhere he will play more regularly.

The Cherries are named as 'concrete suitors' for the player, as he explores his options. Porto are also credited with an interest alongside Ligue 1 side Lille and Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt.

Tel has struggled to establish himself at Tottenham since his move and despite showing flashes of potential, he remains a fringe player. He scored four goals in 31 Premier League appearances last season. He was only named in the starting XI for 13 of those games.

Tottenham should use swap deal to sign Alex Scott

GIVEMESPORT has reported that Spurs target Alex Scott is valued at £80million by Bournemouth. With no European football, Tottenham will have to be shrewd in the transfer market.

They have already made smart moves for Senesi and Robertson, with both players arriving on free transfers.

Manchester United and Liverpool are also clubs credited with an interest in Scott. If Spurs could offer Tel as part of a player-plus-cash swap deal, it could give them the edge in the race for the in-demand Scott.

United and Liverpool can both offer the player European football but if they are unwilling to meet the Cherries' £80million asking price, they will struggle to get any potential deal over the line.

For Spurs, negotiations could be made easier if Tel is included in any deal. Scott, according his former manager Nigel Pearson, is 'destined for the elite' - and this summer could be Tottenham's best chance to sign a player who supported Tottenham as a boy.

Tottenham's best piece of business this summer may not involve a new signing. Spurs are in for a busy off-season, with Roberto De Zerbi intent on overhauling a squad that has finished in the bottom half for two successive campaigns.

The Spurs board has vowed to a third season in the doldrums, and they know it's going to take significant investment to turn things around. There has been investment during that two-year run, with Dominic Solanke and Xavi Simons among the pricey signings, but the results only further highlight the need to improve recruitment as well as investment levels.

Part of that recruitment strategy must include keeping hold of the club's best players, and there is some good news for Spurs fans on that front.

Spurs aware of double departure danger

Tottenham are bracing themselves to lose Cristian Romero this summer, with the Argentine almost certain to leave North London. Romero has repeatedly called out the club over how things are being run, and while he has continued to be an exemplary leader on the pitch, it's clear he is ready to move on.

With Marcos Senesi and another likely signing at centre-back, Spurs are prepared for Romero to leave, even though it is unlikely to happen until his World Cup campaign comes to an end.

But what Tottenham cannot afford is to lose their other starting centre-back in Micky van de Ven. The Dutchman has been one of the club's best players for some time, and while he has had some troubling muscular injury issues, there is no doubting that he is a player to build a defence around.

Former Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou highlighted Van de Ven's star quality, once saying: "He’s top. He could be as good as he wants to. You watch him at the World Cup, I reckon they’ll play him at left back and he’ll be unbelievable. Once he gets going, technically he’s good, his ability to cover ground is phenomenal. You’d set him up against any striker in the world, without any fear that he will get outmuscled and definitely not outrun."

Spurs move to hand out new deal to van de Ven

Well aware of the danger of losing Van de Ven, who has been linked with clubs like Real Madrid in the past, Spurs are now said to be plotting a new contract for Van de Ven to keep him locked down.

Ben Jacobs reported on the Market Madness podcast: "Jan Paul van Hecke is a key priority, and that's a clue in many ways that Cristian Romero is still expected to depart. Micky van de Ven, I think there's a strong chance he'll stay at Tottenham and sign a new deal, despite interest, because he's really enjoying life under Roberto De Zerbi, and obviously Tottenham don't want to lose both Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero in the same window."

That will be music to the ears of Tottenham fans, who will see Van de Ven as a player they simply cannot afford to lose. The Dutchman is under contract until 2029 already, but Spurs will likely look to add a year or two to that in exchange for a nice pay top-up.

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to strengthen all over the pitch after narrowly avoiding relegation to the Championship this season, with Fabrizio Romano issuing a teasing late-night transfer update on signing a new midfielder.

Even though the summer transfer window is yet to officially open, Tottenham have already announced the signings of two free-agent defenders in Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, after they left Liverpool and Bournemouth respectively, following the expiry of their contracts.

Spurs are far from done there, and they are still targeting deals at both ends of the pitch in the coming weeks and months.

The north Londoners are in talks to add another centre-back to De Zerbi's squad in Brighton's Jan Paul van Hecke, who played under the Italian at the Amex Stadium, which adds further fuel to the fire that captain Cristian Romero will be on his way out this summer.

Tottenham are also working on a deal to sign winger Savinho from Manchester City, 12 months on from previous interest in the talented Brazilian.

While defence and attack appears to be the priority right now ahead of the start of the World Cup on Thursday, Spurs chiefs are also looking at other areas of the pitch too.

Romano: Tottenham 'Busy' in Midfield Market

Romano has already confirmed in recent days that Joao Palhinha has given priority to joining Tottenham on a permanent basis following his season-long loan spell from Bayern Munich.

The Portugal international has a strong relationship with De Zerbi, who confirmed at the end of the season that he wants to sign the 30-year-old full-time for next season after his crucial impact in the closing stages of the campaign.

While a move for Palhinha is in the works, Romano has hinted that there could be even more to come in a Wednesday late-night update on his YouTube channel.

The Italian journalist said: "There are things to clarify on midfielders. I think it's been four or five months, I've been telling you here on my YouTube channel it's going to be a summer of midfielders.

"Man United will be busy, Man City will be busy, Arsenal will be busy. There are more clubs, also Tottenham will be busy with midfielders. Don't forget Tottenham in these conversations. So, for sure, there is going to be movement in England around midfielders."

Tottenham Eyeing New Goalkeeper

As well as the midfield, attack and defence, Tottenham could also add a new goalkeeper to their squad this summer.

Guglielmo Vicario had looked set for a move back to Serie A this summer with Inter Milan, but the champions have instead decided to promote in-house instead of investing in a new stopper.

Juventus are said to be keen on the 29-year-old, although they are also targeting Emiliano Martinez at Aston Villa too.

According to TEAMtalk, Spurs are primed to make a move for Manchester City number two James Trafford should Vicario complete a move away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer.

Brighton's Bart Verbruggen is another potential target, with De Zerbi also working with him during the duo's time together with the Seagulls.

It could be a busy summer transfer window for Tottenham, and not just in terms of incomings.

After such a disappointing period, a host of Tottenham's players could be looking to head through the exit door.

Spurs failed to qualify for European football, and many of the players who joined the club in recent years will have been expecting them to be competing in Europe regularly.

Tottenham narrowly escaped being relegated from the Premier League thanks to an upturn in form under Roberto De Zerbi, and now an important summer transfer window is approaching.

De Zerbi will undoubtedly be wanting to keep hold of his best players, but there is no guarantee that it's possible.

Juventus Eyeing Tottenham Star

According to reports in Italy, Juventus are working on a 'shock' deal to sign Tottenham defender Djed Spence ahead of the summer transfer window.

The report claims that the Serie A club are making quiet moves behind the scenes, while they initially wanted to sign Andy Robertson before Tottenham secured his signature.

Juve sporting director Marco Ottolini knows Spence from his time at Genoa, where the England international spent time on loan.

Spence enjoyed a mixed season with Tottenham, spending spells in and out of the side, but he's still been a key player for the north London club.

It will be interesting to see what Tottenham's stance is on selling Spence, and whether he'd be keen on a departure.

Tottenham Need to Keep Spence

Tottenham need to be keeping Spence, described as 'frightening' by former Arsenal goalkeeper David Seaman, in the summer transfer window, heading into the 2026/2027 season.

The England international is a versatile option in defence, capable of playing on either side, while he's also been utilised further forward at times.

Tottenham are unlikely to get a huge fee if they decide to cash in on Spence, labelled a 'big player' by De Zerbi, during the summer, so it makes little sense for them to offload him.

Spurs are already likely to lose a number of players when the market opens later this month, so keeping some of their stars will be imperative heading into the new season.

Tottenham Hotspur are in talks to sign Savinho and Jan Paul van Hecke as their summer business shows no signs of slowing down, but they are also negotiating terms to sign another player for Roberto De Zerbi, according to TEAMtalk.

Tottenham chiefs knew that they had to make sweeping changes to their squad over the summer break following successive 17th-placed finishes in the Premier League, and the early signs are that they mean business.

Spurs might end the summer being the busiest Premier League club in the market if their early moves are anything to go by, with Andy Robertson already through the door at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on a free transfer.

Marcos Senesi is set to be announced on a similar deal after he left Bournemouth following the expiry of his contract, but the north Londoners are nowhere near being done.

De Zerbi wants to add a third new defender to his squad in Van Hecke, who he worked with during his spell as Brighton boss, which would suggest we could see a high-profile exit at the heart of the Spurs defence.

Cristian Romero looks the most likely candidate given the amount of talk there has been around his future in 2026, but the only changes won't be restricted to defence and attack.

Tottenham Re-Negotiating Joao Palhinha Terms

It was a rollercoaster season-long loan spell for Joao Palhinha at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The Bayern Munich man started well, and it looked as though Spurs would be activating their £26m option to sign the Portugal international on a permanent basis.

However, a mid-season dip threw that into doubt, before his rejuvenation at the end of the season under De Zerbi changed minds again, with the Italian making it clear he wanted to sign the 30-year-old on a full-time basis. He has labelled him as 'one of the best' players to work with.

Tottenham are in talks to renegotiate the terms of the deal with Bayern as they look to get a deal over the line, according to TEAMtalk, with the hope of agreeing a reduced fee with the Bundesliga champions.

Joao Palhinha Wants Tottenham Move Despite Reports

Fabrizio Romano reported last week that despite reports from his home country that Tottenham had pulled out of the race for his signature as he was prioritising a move back to his homeland, it wasn't actually the case.

Romano claims that the 30-year-old is actually giving priority to staying at Spurs permanently because of his relationship with De Zerbi.

The Italian journalist does say that Sporting Lisbon are waiting in the wings if the north Londoners can't reach an agreement with Bayern however.

Tottenham chiefs appear to be spinning many plates at the same time right now in terms of transfers, but landing Palhinha could be one of their most important signings of the summer.

De Zerbi clearly loves the Portuguese star's experience, and despite his deeper midfield position, Palhinha showed his character and threat in the final third with two crucial goals against Wolves and Everton during the run-in as they staved off relegation from the Premier League.

Tottenham Hotspur are set to make an ambitious move to sign James Trafford in a potential big-money double deal, according to TEAMtalk.

Tottenham chiefs know that big changes need to be made this summer if they are to bring the club back up the Premier League table next season.

The first stage of that process was to appoint Roberto De Zerbi on a long-term contract, and now they need to provide the Italian with a squad capable of finishing higher up the league in England's top tier.

Yves Bissouma was confirmed as leaving the club on Wednesday following the expiry of his contract, but Ben Davies has signed a new deal to remain at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

They have also completed two incoming agreements in Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi on free transfers, with the former already officially announced by the club.

More new additions are set to follow though, with the club also in talks over a deal to sign Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton and Hove Albion.

The Dutchman would be the second centre-back signing should a deal be agreed with the Seagulls, with the player already deciding he only wants to sign for Spurs, suggesting a big exit could be coming in that position.

Tottenham Primed to Make James Trafford Move

As well as Van Hecke, Tottenham are also in talks over a deal to bring Manchester City attacker Savinho to north London.

Spurs attempted to sign the Brazilian winger this time last year, although they were unable to get a transfer over the line.

Tottenham chiefs are hoping for better luck this time around, and the £60m-rated 22-year-old could end up being part of a double transfer agreement if the north Londoners have their way.

According to TEAMtalk, Spurs are primed to make a move for City goalkeeper James Trafford, as their busy summer of recruitment continues.

The report says that the club see the 'world-class' stopper as a reliable, long-term option for the goalkeeper position, despite a tough season for the England international at the Etihad due to limited minutes.

Should Vicario leave Tottenham, then De Zerbi has identified £40m-rated Trafford as an ideal fit for his possession-based style of football.

Tottenham Face James Trafford Transfer Competition

Tottenham might not have it all their own way in any bid to land Trafford though, who is attracting interest from a number of Premier League clubs having found himself being the number two option at City behind Gianluigi Donnarumma this term.

The 23-year-old is emerging as a strong candidate to replace Emiliano Martinez at Aston Villa, with the Argentina international currently being linked with a move to Juventus.

Newcastle United also have a long-term interest in the England international, having tried to sign him before his move to the Etihad.

The report suggests that Trafford would be keen on a switch to St James' Park even without European football next season, if he was guaranteed more first-team minutes.

Leeds United are also keen on the former Burnley man as they look to secure a new number one before the 2026-27 campaign gets underway.

Tottenham are incredibly busy in the summer transfer window already, but Tuttosport reports that a surprise swap deal could now be on the cards.

It comes as Spurs are looking to rebuild the squad to improve on their recent disappointing campaigns in the Premier League, with an initial focus on the backline.

Andy Robertson has been announced as the first deal of the summer, joining from Liverpool at the end of his contract, while Marcos Senesi is set to join shortly after on a free transfer from Bournemouth.

A new contract for Ben Davies keeps even more depth and leadership in the squad, while work is underway to sign Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton.

Despite that, another centre-back could be on the cards in a surprise swap deal.

Gleison Bremer Swap Deal

According to reports from Tuttosport, Tottenham are interested in a move for Juventus defender Gleison Bremer as an option to replace Cristian Romero this summer.

It's claimed that Roberto De Zerbi is keen on the 'monster' centre-back, having seen his work during his time at Sassuolo, while the Brazilian is also open to a potential exit from Juventus.

A €58 million (£50 million) release clause exists in the 29-year-old's deal that the Bianconeri can point to in transfer discussions, but Spurs may have a trick of their own.

The report adds that Tottenham are trying to lower that valuation in transfer discussions by offering Guglielmo Vicario as an option, in what could be a potential swap deal if discussions moved in that direction.

The goalkeeper has been linked with an exit from the North London club this summer, and has been outlined as a potential target for Juventus.

A €20 million (£17.25 million) has been placed on the Italian goalkeeper, and while the interest in Bremer may not necessarily lead to a swap deal, it is suggested as an option for Spurs.

It remains to be seen whether it is possible, but it would be quite a surprise move for the Lilywhites, for several different reasons.

Bremer Transfer Surprise

While Bremer has been linked with a move to the Premier League in the past, a switch to Tottenham this summer would come as something of a surprise.

Even with exits expected for Romero and Radu Dragusin, Spurs are set to have plenty of centre-back options if they can get their current targets through the door.

Senesi and Van Hecke would be competing with the likes of Micky van de Ven, Kevin Danso, and Luka Vuskovic for minutes, while the pairing of Robertson and Davies could also function on the left-side of the central pair.

Throwing Bremer into the mix would only unbalance things even further, not least when Tottenham don't have the schedule to justify such strength in depth for one specific area.

Adding Vicario in for a potential swap deal may also be a surprise, as Spurs would likely reinvest anything into another goalkeeper to compete with Antonin Kinsky.

The goalkeeper does look set for an exit, however, even despite De Zerbi describing Vicario as a "top player" during his stint at the club so far.

Even if that is the case, he may not end up at Juventus, because recent reports have suggested that their priority will be Aston Villa ace Emiliano Martinez.

It remains to be seen if there is a twist in the tale that will see a swap deal occur, but it would be quite the surprise if so.

It feels like a pivotal few months for Tottenham as they aim to head it back in the right direction after a disappointing few years.

Spurs have been involved in back-to-back relegation battles, finishing 17th two seasons on the bounce in the Premier League.

There needs to be change at Tottenham in various departments if they want to avoid being in the bottom half of the Premier League table once again.

Spurs appear to have made the correct managerial decision after Roberto De Zerbi guided them away from the relegation zone after an impressive turnaround.

Now, there could be further changes with the North London club, particularly behind the scenes, as they look to reshape the backroom team.

Tottenham Fail With Move After Talks

According to Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg, Sebastian Kehl will not join Tottenham after holding concrete talks with the club.

Kehl was Tottenham's leading candidate for a newly created director role, with discussions ongoing over the last few months, but he has now rejected a move to Spurs.

Kehl was expected to help reshape the squad and work closely with Johan Lange, but it's now back to the drawing board for Tottenham as they look to find a new director.

The German left Borussia Dortmund back in March before Tottenham then held talks to try to bring him to the Premier League.

Huge Change Needed at Tottenham

There's no doubt there needs to be a lot of change at Tottenham when it comes to decisions made behind the scenes. Their recruitment certainly has to improve if they want to head back in the right direction as a club.

The blame certainly can't be solely placed on the managers. Plus, it was Tottenham's decision to bring in the likes of Thomas Frank and Igor Tudor during the 2025/26 season.

Now that the manager situation has been resolved, with De Zerbi doing a great job since he arrived at the club, changes can now be made behind the scenes to help Tottenham get back on track.