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Tottenham could still allow some high-profile players to leave the club this summer as they look to at least partly balance their spending. It has been a record summer already for Spurs, who have spent more than they ever have in a single window, splashing out more than £230million. That's a total that was most recently added to by the signing of Sandro Tonali for £100million.

Roberto De Zerbi is being given new weapons aplenty in the hope of Tottenham becoming European football candidates again next season, and the spending is expected to continue. Both financially and in terms of Profit and Sustainability rules, Tottenham can afford to spend big this summer, having been incredibly balanced in their spending for the vast majority of years, all while being one of the most profitable clubs in the world.

But to prevent being restricted in future windows, it would be a good idea for them to commission a couple of big sales this summer, and we have already seen Luka Vuskovic head to Brighton for £46million. Cristian Romero could be the next to follow.

Romero still keen on Tottenham exit

Even with some tasty off-the-field comments about the club's board, Romero has served Tottenham with an admirable commitment that will likely see him depart with a handshake and a slap on the back. At this stage, the Argentine wants a new challenge, and Spurs are happy to give him one, already preparing for his likely exit this summer.

According to Fabrizio Romano, LaLiga remains Romero's destination of choice. "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," Romero said on his YouTube channel.

"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.

"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."

De Zerbi knows Romero is a 'big player'

De Zerbi hasn't had much chance to work with Romero due to the defender's injury issues at the end of last season. But the Italian did say: "He is a big player, but he is an amazing guy because he has been a great captain in my time. Even though he didn’t play, we were talking by phone when he stayed here. Every morning he came in my office.”

Thomas Frank, who started last season as Spurs boss, said after one performance: "Praising Cuti, I think he deserves that. A top performance defending. On the ball: coolness, calmness, duels, then get up there and score two goals.

“I think the bicycle kick will most likely get a little more praise but I think the header is more exceptional, the way he does that is better than many strikers.”

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the signing of Sandro Tonali in a club-record transfer.

The Lilywhites agreed a fee worth a reported £92.5m plus an additional £7.5m for the Italy international with Newcastle United, and the midfielder has now completed a medical and put pen to paper on a six-year contract in N17 to become the club's sixth signing of the summer transfer window.

Roberto De Zerbi has already added Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, Jan Paul van Hecke, and Mateus Fernandes to his squad following their 17th-place finish in the Premier League last season, and now they are ready to push up the table by making a splash in the transfer market.

Tonali: De Zerbi Was Key to Move

After the move was announced by Spurs, Tonali spoke their official website to share his thoughts on the deal.

"I'm very happy to be here," he said. "When I arrived at the Club today, it felt fantastic. People said about there being four or five clubs - there was only one.

"I spoke to the Head Coach for close to two hours about the Club, the fans, the stadium and our football. It was like magic because I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham.

"I've played against Tottenham a few times and always found a great atmosphere made by great fans. I can't wait to start the season."

Tonali has signed a six-year deal, running until 2032, and becomes the club's record signing, exceeding the £85m Spurs paid earlier in the window for Fernandes from West Ham.

Sporting director Johan Lange also spoke about the deal, praising the former AC Milan star as one of the best midfielders in Europe.

"Sandro is one of the best midfielders in Europe and we are delighted to welcome him to the Club," he said.

"He has outstanding technical quality to go with real football intelligence, and has the character to thrive in a demanding, high-pressure environment. Sandro brings valuable experience at the highest level, both domestically and in European competition and I know our supporters will love his energy and commitment on the pitch.

"We are all excited to see him pull on our famous Lilywhite shirt for the first time."

De Zerbi Delighted by Tonali Signing

De Zerbi has been making a huge push to add his own stamp on the squad in north London following his arrival at the end of last season, and he has now praised the club for getting a deal to bring Tonali in done.

"Sandro is a special player and a great signing for our Club," he said.

"I have followed him for a long time, as he came through the youth system at my hometown club, Brescia, and I'm so happy to be working with him now.

"Given his qualities, there was a lot of interest in Sandro this summer. However, he was very clear in his desire to join Tottenham, and I know our fans will love what he brings to the team."

Tottenham are said to be working on another deal after all-but wrapping up the club-record Sandro Tonali transfer. Spurs are spending £100million for the Newcastle United midfielder when add-ons are accounted for, and it makes for a record transfer window for the North London club, who have now spent more than £230million.

The spending will not stop there, either, with Roberto De Zerbi set to get even more money to spend before the window is out. Spurs appear to want a winger and potentially a striker, and it looks as though the spending total will soar beyond the £300million-mark when all is said and done.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Spurs are now eyeing another Premier League star after signing the Tonali documents.

Spurs still want long-term winger target

According to Romano, Spurs are still hot on Manchester City winger Savinho, who they have been tracking for some time. "And let me tell you, don’t forget also the name of Savinho," Romano said on his latest YouTube show.

“I always told you Savinho remains a target for Tottenham and Savinho is a target for Tottenham. Then this in terms of timing will depend on several things – the transfer fee, Manchester City movements.

“So, there are a few details before we can say, okay, Tottenham are close to completing the Savinho deal. But the deal is still on. Tottenham have not stopped thinking about Savinho.

“So, remember also him after Sandro Tonali, after Mateus Fernandes, after Senesi, after Robertson, after Dubravka, because Roberto De Zerbi and the team are very busy on the market.”

City are said to be asking for a fee somewhere between £50million and £60million to sell Saviho this summer.

Savinho can be 'unstoppable'

Speaking earlier this year, now former Man City boss Pep Guardiola said: "At that age, in the one-against-one, he is unstoppable. When we finish the final product, he will be a top, top class player.”

He also said of the winger last season: “What I like from Savinho is always he is digging, go, go, go, all the time. The final decision can be better, of course, but always I reward this work ethic and especially because he goes and he goes all the time."

Savinho, who is still only 22 years of age, made 24 Premier League appearances for City last season, managing one goal and two assists. Last term was a down season for the Brazilian, though, and he managed 10 assists in the Premier League the previous season.

Fabrizio Romano says Tottenham are now just one step away from announcing a record transfer as they continue their summer of spending. Spurs have put together a club record-setting window that has seen them spend more than £200million in a bid to transform a bottom-dwelling side into one that is capable of fighting for the European spots.

Roberto De Zerbi is being backed to the hilt after keeping Tottenham in the Premier League last season, and there is excitement aplenty around Hotspur Way this summer.

Spurs snapped up some smart free signings early on, and they added to those with the captures of Jan Paul van Hecke and Mateus Fernandes. They have now added another.

Tottenham prepare to announce record deal

Spurs are now said to have completed a deal to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United. The deal is worth £100million including add-ons, while around £92million is expected to be the bulk payment.

Writing on X, Fabrizio Romano wrote: "All documents are signed between Tottenham and Newcastle for Sandro Tonali. Club statement, next step as Tonali will become #THFC record signing."

Newcastle paid £55million to sign Tonali from AC Milan in 2023, meaning they make a hefty profit on the midfielder. As for Tonali himself, he swaps clubs without having had the chance to play European football next season with either club, but he has a friendship with De Zerbi due to being from the same area in Italy.

Tonali told Sky Italy recently: "Let's say De Zerbi played a huge role in this decision. He made a huge difference. He acted as a fellow native of Brescia and a friend, but he also demonstrated that he had a lot of work behind him, and that he is committed to it."

What Tottenham are getting in Tonali

Speaking back in 2023, Howe described Tonali as 'magnificent' after a fine performance and goal. He said: "He was magnificent. The goal, sometimes these things are just meant to happen, and he's arrived in the box and it’s a great finish.

"I'm delighted with his overall performance. He knitted into the midfield very well. He's built a really good relationship with Bruno Guimaraes) and the players on the right-hand side. You can see how good he can be."

Meanwhile, Jamie Carragher said recently: "Tonali is a midfielder I really rate. He's got great pace and great power in midfield. He's certainly a player I looked at thinking about Liverpool."

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed another deal for the summer transfer window as they continue to rebuild their squad for Roberto De Zerbi.

Spurs have signed six players so far this summer, bringing in Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka on free transfers, while Jan Paul van Hecke arrived for £52m, while Mateus Fernandes joined for £85m and Sandro Tonali signed in a £100m deal.

Luka Vuskovic has been allowed to depart for Brighton in a deal worth £50m plus a sell-on clause, and now the north London side have agreed a deal for another first-team star to move on.

Tottenham Agree Dragusin Deal

According to Fabrizio Romano, Spurs have agreed a loan with an obligation to buy with Fiorentina for defender Radu Dragusin to depart this summer.

The Romanian, who is known for his blistering speed, asked to leave this club this summer after seeing limited game time last season, while two new centre-back arrivals mean he had fallen even further down the pecking order.

Fiorentina tried to sign him in January but were blocked from doing so, but they have now agreed to pay a £1m loan fee to sign him this summer, with an obligation to buy next year for £15.5m already agreed.

Fiorentina will also cover the centre-back's wages for the entirety of the 2026/27 season before making the deal permanent next summer.

Dragusin will not travel to Florence early next week to undergo a medical, before putting pen to paper on a contract to bring an end to his two-and-a-half-year spell in north London.

Tottenham Clearing The Squad Out

After making an early splurge to strengthen the squad and bring players in that De Zerbi wants as part of his side for the new season, Spurs are now making an effort to trim the far and clear out the dead wood.

Vuskovic wasn't in the Italian's plans and has been allowed to move on, and Dragusin is obviously in exactly the same boat, having fallen behind Romero, Van de Ven, Kevin Danso, Senesi, and Van Hecke in the squad.

More players will almost certainly be allowed to move on between now and the transfer window closing, but Dragusin is someone who won't be too sorely missed.

Tottenham are ready to make moves in the transfer market with regard to their forward positions, following major regeneration work to their backline and midfield already in the summer transfer window.

Head coach Roberto De Zerbi has added five new players to the squad he inherited at the end of March, having saved Spurs from relegation to the Championship on the final day of the 2025/26 season.

Goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, defenders Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and Jan Paul van Hecke and midfielder Mateus Fernandes have already arrived in north London, with another midfielder Sandro Tonali all-but done as well to be the sixth signing of the summer.

Spurs have been linked with a number of forward players already

The Tonali deal will take Spurs' summer spending over the £235million mark and more money will have been set aside to improve the forward line too.

Tottenham have been linked with a number of players in forward areas, namely Manchester City duo Savinho and Omar Marmoush and Manchester United's England star Marcus Rashford, while it has also been reported that Rafael Leao has been offered to the north Londoners.

Leao is looking for a new club and a new challenge in a different country, having spent the last seven seasons in Italy with AC Milan.

Speaking ahead of the 2026 World Cup, he said: "Personally, I've given everything at AC Milan. It's a club that helped me grow a lot and supported me through tough times.

"Fortunately, I managed to make my mark in their history. Everyone has ambitions and I dream of a new challenge in a new league."

According to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Milan are understood to want between €60million and €70million (£51.3milion to £59.9million) for the winger this summer.

Leao keen to make Tottenham move

Tottenham have already held talks with Leao's agent Jogen Mendes over a potential move to N17 and according to Teamtalk, Leao has made it clear during those initial discussions that he would be open to making the move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer.

Spurs will not have it all their own way in negotiations, however, with the likes of Arsenal, Manchester United and Barcelona all having also been offered the chance to the sign the 27-year-old this summer.

Leao has been lauded for his play in the past, with former Portuguese teammate Nani describing him as "world-class", while Zlatan Ibrahimovic once said he was " one of the strongest players in the world".

Leao scored 10 goals and laid on three assists in 31 appearances for Milan last season in what was an underwhelming campaign, but has already registered a goal and assist at the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

Tottenham have received a huge boost in their attempts to sign Eli Junior Kroupi from Bournemouth.

Spurs have been the busiest club in the summer transfer window so far, completing five new signings already, with a sixth due to be confirmed in the coming days.

Free transfers for Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi were completed very quickly, having been agreed prior to the end of the 2025/26 season providing Spurs remained a Premier League club.

Spurs have made some big signings already

The Lilywhites then acted quickly to get a £52million deal for Roberto De Zerbi favourite Jan Paul van Hecke over the line from former club Brighton & Hove Albion.

Martin Dubravka became a third free transfer, joining from Burnley at the end of his contract with the Clarets, before Spurs pulled the trigger on a club-record signing, bringing in Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United for £85million.

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That club record will be short-lived, with Sandro Tonali set to become the sixth new signing of the De Zerbi era, for an initial £92.5million, rising to £100million with add-ons - the first time ever Spurs will have spent three figures on a player.

And, having made drastic changes to their defence and midfield, the emphasis in the next few weeks will surely be on De Zerbi's forward line and how Spurs can improve in the goalscoring department.

One player who has been linked in the past few days is Eli Junior Kroupi from Bournemouth. football.london Tottenham correspondent Alasdair Gold confirmed Spurs' interest on the Talking Tottenham podcast, saying: "There's interest, but everyone's interested."

Kroupi scored 13 goals for the Cherries last season, helping them to qualify for the UEFA Europa League for the first time in the club's history. It was a breakout season for the now 20-year-old and has led to interest from across the Premier League.

Kroupi has been described as 'world-class' and 'elite' by analytical websites in the past, and is likely to command a fee in the region of £80million to be sold this summer, with Bournemouth not looking to let the youngster leave.

Bournemouth complete key transfer

However, they may already be making plans for an eventual departure.

The Cherries have agreed a £25.7million deal to sign Elche striker Alvaro Rodriguez this summer, with the 21-year-old set to put pen to paper on a five-year deal next week.

That may not necessarily suggest the Cherries are preparing to say goodbye to Kroupi this summer, but making a £25million signing of a striker when your current 13-goal frontman is being linked with a move away certainly rings the 'replacement signing' gossip bell.

If Spurs or any other club really are intent on signing Kroupi, an £80million offer may yet make them think about it.

Tottenham will likely shift their transfer focus onto their forward line now, having completed a number of deals at the back and in midfield already in this summer transfer window.

Spurs have completed five new signings this summer, with a sixth done bar official confirmation in a real statement of intent to the rest of the Premier League.

Having finished in 17th place in each of the last two seasons, new head coach Roberto De Zerbi has got to work in transforming the squad he inherited and Spurs are now bucking their trend when it comes to both transfer fees and wages.

Spurs to break club record twice in a week

The Lilywhites broke their club transfer record this week by completing the £85million signing of Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United. But that record will stand for only a matter of days. An agreement has been reached for the transfer of Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United and when that is confirmed he will become the club's new record signing at £92.5million, increasing to £100million in add-ons.

Those two midfield signings followed the defensive additions of Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, with Martin Dubravka also coming in as back-up goalkeeper.

Attacking changes are likely to be made, with question marks over the future of last season's top scorer Richarlison and a number of players still missing through long-term injury.

Tottenham are one of a number of clubs interested in signing Bournemouth star Eli Junior Kroupi this summer after his breakout season in the Premier League.

The now 20-year-old broke the record for the most goals scored in a season by a teenager, beating the record which had been held by both Robbie Fowler and Robbie Keane.

The Cherries have slapped an £80million price tag on his shoulders, but despite that valuation, reports have surfaced that Spurs chiefs are 'confident' of getting a deal done. There have also been suggestions that Kroupi, described as 'world-class' by analytical site Squawka, would be open to the move to north London this summer.

Tottenham would face strong competition for his signature this summer, with a number of other Premier League clubs weighing up a move for the frontman, as well as Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain showing an interest.

football.london's Tottenham correspondent Alasdair Gold delivered an update on his future on the Talking Tottenham podcast.

Tottenham interest in Junior Kroupi confirmed

He said: "There's interest, of course, but everyone's interested, he's one of the young stars of the Premier League, everyone wants him.

"This new version of Tottenham, they have certainly gone at deals this summer where there was opposition and they've come out of the other side.

"I'm hearing Bournemouth have got no intention of selling, but we'll see if that's tested as the summer goes on.

"I'm fascinated to see if Spurs are going after bigger targets, proper targets, not targets that might be good, but targets we know are already good, I'm fascinated to see how they approach that situation.

"You're probably not taking on one or two clubs, you're taking on half of Europe."

Tottenham Hotspur have been the most active Premier League club in this summer transfer window so far, yet Roberto De Zerbi could still add a few more signings to complete his dream starting eleven for next season.

The Lilywhites narrowly avoided relegation last term, finishing 17th in the English top flight for the second consecutive campaign. Evidently, significant investment in the squad was required, and thus far, Spurs' hierarchy have delivered.

Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson arrived on free transfers for Bournemouth and Liverpool, respectively, to add experience and defensive resilience at the back. Goalkeeper Martin Dubravka has also arrived from Burnley.

Jan Paul van Hecke was acquired for £52million from Brighton in a staple move, while a major midfield overhaul is in motion. Mateus Fernandes has joined from West Ham United for £85million, and Sandro Tonali is set to complete a mouth-watering £100million switch from Newcastle United.

The forward line still needs work, but by all accounts, Tottenham aren't prepared to slow down in the market. With that said, GIVEMESPORT have put together a dream Spurs eleven for next season, which includes two further signings.

Goalkeeper

Kinsky

In one of their more low-key moves of the summer, Tottenham have also added experienced free agent Premier League goalkeeper Martin Dubravka to their ranks. This acquisition suggests that De Zerbi is committed to using Antonin Kinsky as his first choice in between the sticks.

When the Italian manager arrived in North London, Kinsky was still ruing the humiliating experience he'd endured away at Atletico Madrid in the Champions League under Igor Tudor. However, De Zerbi resurrected the Czech's career at Tottenham, and he subsequently enjoyed an impressive end to the season.

Kinsky signed a new long-term deal last week, which essentially confirms De Zerbi's plans to platform him as the number one, ahead of Guglielmo Vicario and Dubravka.

Defence

Porro, Van Hecke, Senesi, Van de Ven

All of a sudden, Spurs have a plethora of options in their backline, and many favourites from the previous iteration of the team won't start on a regular basis.

At right-back, Pedro Porro is expected to keep his place. De Zerbi showed faith in the Spaniard in the final weeks of the season, and while there were some suggestions that the player could depart this summer, few concrete developments have emerged on this front. Djed Spence will have a tough task on his hands to compete with Porro.

At centre-back, De Zerbi has several different combinations he can experiment with, although the Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven partnership is likely to be a thing of the past. Romero has reportedly told Spurs he wants to stay, but other reports indicate that the North London club are prepared to cash in on the Argentine.

Regardless of whether he remains in N17 or not, it appears De Zerbi might be keen on moving on from being overly reliant on the ill-disciplined defender. Van Hecke and Senesi have been signed for a reason, and the two players could complement each other perfectly in a new-look Tottenham defence. Spurs' passing issues from deep areas are likely to become a thing of the past with these two excellent ball-players at the heart of their back four.

While Romero could be axed from his starting role, De Zerbi will almost certainly want to utilise Van de Ven, but perhaps offer the Dutchman a new role. For the Netherlands at the World Cup, the pacey defender was used at left-back, allowing Denzel Dumfries to push forward on the right. A similar dynamic could unfold in De Zerbi's team with Porro on the opposite side.

This means there is no space for Robertson in De Zerbi's dream eleven. However, given where the Scotsman is in his career, a squad rotation role makes sense. Where all of this leaves the likes of Kevin Danso and Destiny Udogie is a different question, however.

Midfield

Tonali, Fernandes, Akliouche

Spurs are likely to start the new campaign with an entirely new midfield. The likes of Rodrigo Bentancur, Pape Sarr and Lucas Bergvall may find themselves on the periphery of De Zerbi's squad, as the new men take over.

After spending such a significant sum on Tonali and Fernandes, it would be fair to assume that the two players will form a double pivot at the base of Spurs' midfield. This should create a nice balance, with Fernandes' in-possession skills dovetailing nicely with Tonali's hard-running and defensive work.

In front of them, while James Maddison and Conor Gallagher will certainly feel they should be included in this concept team, Spurs are seemingly attempting to sign a new creative player. Tottenham are in talks to sign Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche, who they view as the heir to Maddison.

Akliouche is an outstanding talent and has the ability to replace some of Maddison's creative passing attributes.

Attack

Kudus, Kroupi, Simons

Finally, the attack at Spurs still needs some work, although De Zerbi already has some promising pieces in place. Xavi Simons is on the long road to recovery from an ACL injury, although once he's back and available, he should be parachuted straight back into the Lilywhites' best starting XI.

Simons was regularly deployed off the left by De Zerbi, so this is likely where the Italian sees his primary creator operating long-term. Off the right, Mohammed Kudus should reassume this position in Spurs' attack, once he's free of his own injury issues.

The Ghanaian started brightly at Tottenham last season, but was halted by a string of serious fitness problems. He should be ready to rebuild this fitness in pre-season, and De Zerbi will no doubt enjoy his direct dribbling skills.

Up front, a new number nine is needed at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Richarlison and Dominic Solanke are approaching their 30s, and neither can be trusted to fire Spurs back into the Champions League places. Instead, they should invest in a long-term option in this position.

Junior Kroupi is the most exciting young striker on the market, and the Frenchman has been heavily linked with Tottenham in recent weeks. An £80million move has been mooted for Kroupi, who scored 13 Premier League goals last season at the age of 19.

He should be able to lead the line for Tottenham for years to come.

Tottenham are preparing an official offer to sign a new forward in the summer transfer window.

It's been an incredibly busy summer transfer window for Spurs as they look to strengthen in a host of different positions.

Mateus Fernandes, Jan-Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and Martin Dubravka are all confirmed additions for Tottenham so far.

Spurs are also close to confirming a deal to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali for a fee in the region of £100m, with a deal now agreed.

Tottenham don't appear to be stopping there, though, as they look to move on to strengthening their forward line after reinforcing their defence and midfield.

It's already been a hectic window for Tottenham, but it looks like that's going to continue.

Tottenham Readying Official Offer

According to a report from Caught Offside, Tottenham are now preparing an official offer to sign Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush in the summer transfer window.

Man City are demanding a fee in the region of £51m to allow him to depart, while Spurs will face competition from the likes of Juventus, Barcelona, and Aston Villa.

The report claims that Marmoush, described as 'world-class', currently earns in the region of £165,000 a week at City, and he could be keen on a departure after struggling to become a guaranteed starter.

It will be interesting to see if Marmoush's situation changes in the coming months with Pep Guardiola leaving and being replaced by Enzo Maresca.

Tottenham aren't slowing down

Tottenham are showing no signs of slowing down in the transfer market as they continue their big spending.

Spurs have already significantly strengthened at the back, bringing in three new defenders, while they have confirmed the signing of a new midfielder, with Tonali also on the way.

Spurs are looking to do their business quickly, securing five confirmed signings by the start of July, but there's every chance they continue bringing in reinforcements.

After finishing 17th in the Premier League two years on the bounce, Tottenham clearly don't want a repeat of that. They're doing everything they can to push into the top half of the table.