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Tottenham are now said to be working on a third midfielder signing after spending big to land Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes this summer. Those two signings alone cost Spurs around £185million when add-ons are factored in, and they have played a central role in pushing Spurs to a record-spend in one transfer window, totaling more than £235million.

More spending is expected, with Roberto De Zerbi set to be handed a winger and potentially a striker, and a fresh report has claimed there could be another midfielder signing in the offing in the form of a talented up-and-coming defensive midfielder.

Spurs now in talks over Ousmane Diabate

Tottenham are said to be in talks over a deal for holding midfielder Ousmane Diabate, who has been impressing for Turkish top-flight club Genclerbirligi, or mainly their youth setup. The 18-year-old broke into the first team last season, making four league appearances, while he also attracted attention for his performances in the under-19s Turkish Super Lig.

Diabate has also won a senior cap for the Guinea national team, and it's clear his current club think a lot of him having given him a contract that keeps him in place for another three years, or at least theoretically.

Tottenham and Brentford are both said to be in talks with the midfielder at this stage, but the Bees are said to hold the upper-hand. It's claimed an offer of £3million plus bonuses will be enough to seal the deal this summer.

Spurs keeping one eye on the future

These talks, whether they turn into a deal or not, will be refreshing for Tottenham fans, some of whom have expressed concerns about the summer's transfer approach. While the fancy new signings are exciting for fans, particularly after poor investment in recent years, it is a hard turn away from the youth-based approach that has seen the club procure and develop some big talents, such as Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Mikely Moore.

These talks signal that while Spurs are looking to win now, signing polished targets who are ready to make an impact, they are not giving up on signing young players, and they are still keeping an eye on the future by scouting and attempting to recruit young players who have the potential to grow in ability and value. That's an important factor, especially these days, in the age of strict Profit and Sustainability rules.

Tottenham Hotspur have already completed six signings in what has been a remarkable summer transfer window to date, but they are far from being finished.

Tottenham completed the impressive free transfer signings of Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi early on, with the experienced Premier League duo joined by Jan Paul van Hecke and Martin Dubravka as Roberto De Zerbi completely reshapes his defensive line.

Spurs' next business was even more impressive though, as they beat off competition from the biggest clubs in the Premier League to land Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali in an astonishing double midfield swoop, with West Ham United and Newcastle United receiving a combined £185m for their players.

With half-a-dozen new faces arriving at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, departures are also expected following successive 17th-place finishes in the English top flight, with Cristian Romero, Luka Vuskovic, Richarlison and Djed Spence among the players who could complete transfers away from north London.

Tottenham's new transfer focus in terms of incomings is now further forward, as they look to bolster a frontline that will be without Randal Kolo Muani next term following a disappointing season-long loan spell from Paris Saint-Germain.

A new winger and striker could arrive, with the left-flank the particular area the club is looking to strengthen.

Rafael Leao Agrees to Join Tottenham

AC Milan winger Rafael Leao publicly confirmed earlier this summer that he wants to explore a new opportunity away from the San Siro, following seven years with the Serie A giants.

The Portugal international, who will be on his way home from the World Cup after his nation were beaten by Spain in the round of 16, is a target for Saudi Arabian clubs, but his real desire is to move to the Premier League.

According to journalist Daniele Longo, Leao is willing to wait for a move to Tottenham this summer and is ready to say yes to linking up with De Zerbi in the English capital.

Leao Would be a Savinho Upgrade

While Pep Guardiola has always waxed lyrical about Savinho, his lack of starts and minutes in general last term sum up a largely underwhelming City career to date.

The Brazilian would arrive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with Premier League experience in tow, but he is clearly far from the finished article after a season where he contributed four goals and three assists in 36 appearances in all competitions.

At 22 years of age, the forward has time on his side, but we also know that De Zerbi likes players who will do a great job for Spurs right now.

Step forward Leao, who has been doing it at one of the biggest clubs in Europe for seven years now, in both Serie A and the Champions League.

While his consistency levels have dropped over the last season or two, Leao continues to exhibit his ridiculous pace and trickery on a regular basis.

Tottenham Hotspur are having a dream summer transfer window so far, and they're ready to go all in to get another deal over the line, according to reports in Spain.

The north London side have completed six deals already for manager Roberto De Zerbi as they plan a major overhaul following two consecutive 17th-placed finishes in the Premier League, with Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes, and Sandro Tonali all arriving.

But the club are not done there and are now looking to add a new forward to their squad, with one name in particular seen as the dream target.

Tottenham Ready to Go All Out for Kroupi

It's been reported that Spurs are looking to complete a deal to bolster their forward line with Bournemouth sensation Eli Junior Kroupi this summer, with a £75m bid being prepared to try and tempt the Cherries.

Bournemouth are adamant they will not sell the Frenchman, who has been described as 'world-class', but that has not deterred De Zerbi's side, as they look to make a real splash in the market to get back towards the top end of the table.

Tottenham are not the only team showing an interest in the record-breaking 20-year-old, who managed 13 Premier League goals last season, with Barcelona and champions Arsenal also keen.

However, it's reported that Tottenham are ready to go 'all out' to get a deal over the line, with De Zerbi understood to be thrilled at the prospect of having him as part of his squad for the upcoming campaign. The Italian is urging club bosses to accelerate their interest, as he looks to add a top striker to the project.

Bournemouth, however, have not budged on their stance, and with no release clause in his contract, it will take an astronomical offer to convince them to change their position.

Kroupi Would Be Huge Statement for Spurs

Kroupi's performances in the Premier League last season have made him one of the most sought-after attacking talents in the market this summer, and it's no surprise Bournemouth don't want to lose him.

Double European champions PSG are also said to be in the running to get him in, with an £87m offer reportedly in the works. But Spurs would be willing to watch that, and if they can beat the French side to a signing for a top young forward, that would be a huge statement.

De Zerbi has made his demands clear, and the club have shown they are not afraid to splash the cash this summer, so this is one to keep an eye on in the coming weeks.

Tottenham could be set to bring back a former player in what would be one of the most surprising moves of the summer. Spurs have been the biggest spenders in the Premier League this summer, and they are not showing any signs of slowing down.

Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes are among those to be brought in, with more than £230million spent, and there is more to come. Roberto De Zerbi is expected to take a bottom half side to one that is capable of securing European qualification, but he is being backed in an unprecedented way as far as Tottenham bosses are concerned.

Tottenham could move for Muani

Spurs are now being linked with a move for former loan star Randal Kolo Muani, who had a forgettable loan spell with the club last season. Muani had previously impressed on loan with Juventus, but he struggled at PSG following a £77m move, and also failed to adapt to the Premier League.

Muani was part of a Spurs squad that struggled as a whole, but a return of one goal and one assist in 30 Premier League games simply is not good enough.

Tottenham could likely have kept Muani if they wanted, but there was movement, and a return to Juventus was expected for the Frenchman. That hasn't panned out yet, and while there are said to be talks between PSG and Juventus, L'Equipe say Tottenham are now interested in re-signing the forward.

That will be a big surprise to anyone connected to Spurs, given how poorly he performed last season.

What has been said about Muani's Tottenham spell?

Muani arrived at Spurs with real promise, given how he performed for Juventus, and indeed for France during Euro 2024. But it just didn't work out at Spurs, where his lack of goalscoring was described as a 'problem' by Gary Neville.

Meanwhile, some Spurs fans have suggested he might be one of the club's worst loan signings.

As for De Zerbi, whose opinion certainly counts the most when it comes to any possibility of the striker being re-signed, the Spurs boss said: "Kolo Muani I know is not playing a good season but he is a good player".

Muani is clearly a good player, given he has succeeded in Serie A and for the France national team, and he could perhaps come good after a full pre-season with De Zerbi. But given how he did perform last season, it would be an almighty risk for Spurs.

Tottenham Hotspur are in talks to sign Manchester City winger Savinho, with Fabrizio Romano naming two of the club's attacking targets in a new update.

Tottenham have gone transfer crazy this summer and it is no surprise given how poor they have been in the last two seasons in the Premier League, finishing 17th twice.

Spurs' defence has been transformed with the additions of Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and Jan Paul van Hecke, with Martin Dubravka arriving to provide extra depth in the goalkeeping position.

Departures are now likely with Brighton and Hove Albion already agreeing a deal to sign Luka Vuskovic, while captain Cristian Romero is expected to leave having long been linked with a switch away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tottenham's midfield is also looking overloaded following the stunning double addition of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, although it has been confirmed that the club won't be signing Joao Palhinha on a permanent basis, even though De Zerbi hinted heavily at a deal at the end of the season.

Club chiefs will now be focusing on strengthening the attack, as Spurs look to make a big splash in the Premier League next season.

Romano: Tottenham Targeting Two Attackers Amid Savinho Talks

It appears as though Tottenham's top priority is to bring in a new left-winger, although they could also sign a striker should either Richarlison or Dominic Solanke leave the club before the September 1 deadline.

Romano has issued a new update on the situation on his YouTube channel, confirming that the club remain in talks to sign the 'unstoppable' Savinho from Manchester City, 12 months after they made their first attempt to bring him to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, while there is also interest in Liverpool's Cody Gakpo.

The Italian journalist said: "Tottenham remained very interested in Savinho. It's a name I told you a long time ago, months ago, and Tottenham keep working on the Savinho deal, but they are waiting for Manchester City to take a decision on whether they want to let him go or not, which conditions, but the conversations have started.

"The conversation is ongoing, and we have to wait and see the timing, but Savinho is the next big name on Tottenham's list, and I would also include Cody Gakpo among the players they like for the winger position after reshaping the midfield with Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, so keep an eye on Savinho."

Tottenham Prepare £85m Bid to Sign New Forward

Tottenham's top target if they are to sign a new striker appears to be Bournemouth star Eli Junior Kroupi, following an outstanding breakthrough campaign for the Cherries.

The 20-year-old scored 13 goals in 33 Premier League appearances to catch the eye of the biggest clubs in Europe, as he helped the south coast side qualify for Europe for the first time in their history.

Tottenham could have a problem brewing amid reports one of their players may have fallen down the shortlist of another club. Spurs are in the midst of a record-breaking transfer window that has seen them spend more than they ever have, with their spend totaling more than £230million so far.

The North London club will continue to spend, backing Roberto De Zerbi to put together a European qualification attempt next season, and they can afford to do it.

But that doesn't mean sales are not necessary, with the books needing to be balanced, even if just partially, while De Zerbi will also want to avoid having an overcrowded squad next season. As part of that equation, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is effectively for sale, but there may be a problem.

Juventus pushing to sign Vicario alternative

According to Sky Italy, Juventus are now advancing their interest in Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, who was seen as the one name that was put ahead of Spurs stopper Vicario this summer.

According to the report, Juventus officials are meeting in Italy today, on Wednesday, to discuss a possible deal for Martinez, It's reported the club officials will discuss whether a deal is possible and how much they are willing to pay to sign the World Cup keeper.

Crucially, it's added that Vicario is seen as a secondary option, and that the Old Lady will 'exhaust all options' to sign Martinez first before moving on to the Spurs player.

Juventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali recently said: “Martinez is playing (at the World Cup) so we have to wait and see.

"He is a goalkeeper who interests us. However, I reiterate what I said earlier regarding Juventus: there could be many opportunities. We need to evaluate things carefully, especially right now, given that the valuations for some players are excessively high—unrealistic figures.”

Spurs relying on Vicario exit this summer

The problem for Tottenham is not only that they will miss out on a chance to land a transfer windfall this summer, with Vicario carrying an asking price of £20million, but Spurs also need to make room.

The North London club have snapped up Martin Dubravka to serve as the club's new back-up, and they have given Antonin Kinsky a new contract, effectively making him a number one.

The reality is that Spurs no longer have a spot for Vicario, and they will be relying on a sale this summer. The keeper is said to want a move back to Italy this summer, and if Juventus are not interested, Vicario's chances of finding a new club in Italy are likely to be drastically reduced. That could be a problem for the goalkeeper, and perhaps a bigger one for Spurs.

Tottenham have been extremely busy in the summer transfer window, signing six players and letting three leave the club.

Roberto De Zerbi has moved quickly in the transfer market, something not usually synonymous with Spurs, to overhaul the squad he inherited when he arrived at the club at the end of March.

Martin Dubravka, Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali have all arrived at the club, while Alejo Veliz, Yves Bissouma and Alfie Devine have all said goodbye to the Lilywhites.

De Zerbi plans big changes at Tottenham Hotspur

After finishing 17th in each of the last two Premier League seasons, De Zerbi is trying to revitalise his squad to ensure they challenge at the top of the table next season, rather than the bottom.

But while there is lots of work being put into how his first team looks, there is also work going on behind the scenes to improve the academy set-up, to ensure there is a strong pathway for the younger players to make an impact in senior football.

And to that end, Spurs have signed a promising wonderkid from League One side Luton Town.

According to the Talent Hunter on X, Spurs have completed a deal to sign 13-year-old striker Harley Backhouse.

Could new arrival be the next Harry Kane at Spurs?

As the post states, Backhouse will arrive at Spurs, having scored an astonishing 66 goals for the Hatters' age group side last season.

He will join Tottenham's U14s side and there will be hope that, given his goalscoring record at his age, he could be the next Harry Kane on the conveyor belt.

With a complete overhaul of the first team squad under De Zerbi, there could be some difficult conversations with young players, with Luka Vuskovic already on the way out having never played a first team game for Tottenham.

Brighton & Hove Albion have agreed a £46million deal - rising to £50million with add-ons - for the highly-rated 19-year-old centre-back.

Tottenham are now said to be going after attackers as they look to continue their huge spending this summer. Spurs have already racked up a huge spending total this season, and a record total at that. Roberto De zerbi has been handed more than £230million to improve his squad, and there will be more money spent before the summer is out.

There will be some sales along the way, and Luka Vuskovic was the first to go, while Cristian Romero is likely to follow at some point this summer. But Tottenham's spending will far outweigh their incomings, and especially after they add to their business with attacking recruits, which is the next step after the signings of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes.

Tottenham handed Kroupi blow

Tottenham's next priority in the summer window is to sign a winger, with De Zerbi wanting another dangerous wideman and potentially another forward. A number of potential targets have been linked, including Manchester City's winger Savinho and AFC Bournemouth's forward Junior Kroupi.

Kroupi has scored 13 goals in 33 league appearances for Bournemouth, and he is now attracting attention from a number of clubs.

Spurs are said to be one of those interested, but according to journalist Alasdair Gold, Bournemouth are not likely to play ball.

"Junior Kroupi we know is a player of huge interest to a lot of clubs, not just Tottenham," Gold said on his YouTube show. "He is a terrific talent but the feeling coming out of Bournemouth is that he is not for a sale and they've been making similar noises about Alex Scott. Spurs are admirers of him. I would love them to go for Alex Scott and he may pick them being a Tottenham fan."

Kroupi a 'generational talent'

AFC Bournemouth defender Marcus Tavernier described Kroupi as a 'generational talent' earlier this year. He said: "I’ve said before, Junior is a generational talent.

“The club has done an amazing job to pick Kroupi up. That boy has an unbelievable future ahead of him and today he showed why he’s such a good talent in the world of football.”

Kroupi has also been linked with a move to PSG, and there have been reports that he prefers a move back to his home country, France, but much will come down to who can convince Bournemouth to sell. An £80million price has been floated, but if the Cherries do not want to sell, it's likely any interested club will have to pay over the odds.

With Tottenham strengthening significantly in the summer transfer window, we could see a number of players head through the exit door.

The Spurs will be without European football heading into next season after they finished 17th in the Premier League table.

As a result, some of Tottenham's key players will be looking for new challenges as they aim to play in the Champions League.

Thankfully for Spurs, they've already recruited significantly in the summer transfer window, confirming six new additions.

A big rebuild in the summer is likely for Tottenham, and it could be something that is hugely beneficial for them after such a difficult few years.

Roberto De Zerbi has shown signs of turning things around for Spurs, and the club are clearly looking to back him in the transfer market.

Tottenham star has strong chance of leaving

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Cristian Romero has a serious possibility of leaving the club in the summer transfer window.

The reliable journalist confirms that Romero wants to be playing European football next season, while he would also like to experience playing in La Liga.

“Cristian ‘Cuti’ Romero, at the moment, from Tottenham Hotspur, the view is clear, they have Van de Ven, Van Hecke, Senesi, they have plenty of centre-backs. Also, not playing European football this season, the idea of parting ways with Cuti Romero is still a serious possibility. So, there is still a strong chances for Romero to leave Tottenham this summer. Despite rumours from Italy that keep arriving with Romero, my understanding is that Romero would really like to have a new experience in LaLiga. So, Cuti Romero would like to have a new experience in LaLiga if the right opportunity arrives for him and for Tottenham."

Romero adds that could mean playing for Barcelona or Atletico Madrid, but it is currently unclear where he will end up.

“That could be an option for Barcelona, it could be an option for Atletico Madrid, we will see, but Romero would like to go to LaLiga and try an experience in Spain. We will see what arrives for Romero because he signed a contract only a year ago, the season was not easy, but at the same time, there could be movement also because Tottenham already signed several centre-backs, and they feel well-covered in that situation, so it’s going to be a situation to watch.”

Tottenham can afford to lose Romero

Romero, who has been described as 'world-class' by Spurs team-mate Micky van de Ven, has been a key player for Tottenham over the years, but considering their recent struggles, they shouldn't be overly against selling anyone this summer.

A rebuild is exactly what they need to start heading back in the right direction. With Jan-Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi already arriving through the door, there's no reason why Romero should be untouchable.

If Tottenham can receive a huge fee from a club in La Liga, it makes sense for them to cash in, especially as they are spending significantly in the summer transfer window.

Tottenham are said to be working on a deal to snap up a promising young talent as their busy summer continues. Spurs have already put together a record transfer window, spending more than £230million, and they are not yet done.

Roberto De Zerbi is being given the chance to overhaul his squad, but it will come with the price of being expected to challenge for Europe, even after back-to-back bottom half finishes from Spurs.

But as Tottenham continue to be one of the most active clubs in Europe in this transfer window, it's not all glitz, glamour and headline-making deals.

Spurs now chasing Wolves talent

Spurs are always working behind the scenes to try to recruit talented players at a young age, and they have a rich history of spotting top talent. The latest star in the making, they hope, will be Wolves starlet Kwasi Senyah, who is a 16-year-old midfielder.

According to Paul O'Keefe, Spurs are closing in on a deal. He posted on X: "Spurs advancing on a deal for Kwasi Senyah. Highly rated defensive midfielder currently playing for the Wolverhampton Wanderers youth."

Senyah is an England under-16s international, and he has been impressing for club and country in the youth age groups, having joined Wolves from Coventry City back in 2024.

The youngster has played ahead of his age group in the Premier League under-18s, making 19 appearances, and he has also been in Premier League 2 squads, although he is yet to feature in the competition, which is largely for under-21s players.

Senyah is reportedly being promised a professional deal with Spurs, and a deal appears to be progressing.

Senyah, who is also eligible to represent Ghana, largely operates in the holding midfield role, but he can also play in a more advanced role.

The importance of recruiting youth has increased

Top clubs have always done a job of recruiting the country's best talent, and in truth, the rules encourage it. Category 1 clubs can poach players from category 2 and below academies on the cheap, with big clubs favoured.

Nevertheless, the importance of recruiting young is now that much more important due to the Financial Fair Play rules that make it difficult for clubs to spend big money over consecutive years. That puts pressure on players to get at least some of their talent from their academy, and beyond saving money, it helps keep clubs in the green with those Profit and Sustainability rules. In fact, even developing talent from a young age and selling those players does the trick, given the pure profit contributes the most to the profit column.