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Tottenham Hotspur have been offered the chance to sign AC Milan forward Rafael Leao by super-agent Jorge Mendes, according to reports in Italy, via Sport Witness.

Spurs have been incredibly busy in the window so far, breaking their club record to sign Matheus Fernandes in an £85m deal from West Ham, while they have also agreed a £100m deal to sign Sandro Tonali, having already completed deals for Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, and Jan Paul van Hecke.

But the club are now looking at options to strengthen their attack for Roberto De Zerbi, and they've been given the opportunity to complete another mega deal.

Tottenham Offered Rafael Leao

Leao, who has been described as a 'superstar', looks certain to leave AC Milan this summer as he enters the final two years of his contract at the San Siro, after the club failed to reach the Champions League for next season.

The Portugal international is currently representing his country at the World Cup, but has publicly spoken about his desire for a new challenge this summer, with a move to England understood to be at the top of his wishlist.

Mendes helped to broker the deal that took Fernandes to Spurs, and it's understood that he is likely to have made the offer of taking Leao to the club during those talks.

Milan want around €60m (£51.4m) to let Leao leave, but with limited interest currently it's reported that they would be open to a loan deal with an obligation to buy too, which could help Spurs as they prepare for a hugely impactful summer of spending to bolster their squad.

Currently there has only been concrete interest in the 27-year-old from Turkey, but he isn't interested in moving there at this stage of his career, and Spurs could be an ideal landing spot for him later in the window.

Leao Would Be Game-Changer for Spurs

Tottenham need attacking reinforcements as a priority now, having addressed their defence and midfield areas nice and early.

Dejan Kulusevski missed the entirety of last season due to injury and there is no update on his return, while Mohammed Kudus missed a large chunk, and both Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert are recovering from ACL tears.

Leao would bring the ability to win a game on his own, and De Zerbi's system tends to make the wingers the most important components, isolating defenders to get them one-on-one regularly. That's where Leao thrives, and a loan being an option means this is a deal to keep a close eye on as the summer goes on.

Joao Palhinha has confirmed that he won't be a Tottenham Hotspur player next season following a big U-turn by manager Roberto De Zerbi.

Tottenham have been the busiest Premier League club by far in the summer transfer window, with Sandro Tonali set to become their sixth addition imminently after Spurs agreed a club-record £100m fee with Newcastle United for the Italy international.

The 26-year-old follows fellow midfielder Mateus Fernandes through the door at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which has meant that De Zerbi has had to backtrack on his previous comments.

The Italian boss had previously said that Palhinha was someone he '100%' wanted to sign this summer, after the Portugal international played a huge part in the club's survival last season.

Palhinha scored two crucial goals against Wolverhampton Wanderers and Everton during the run-in, and while Tottenham didn't take up the option they had to sign him on a permanent basis, it was expected that they would try and renegotiate the terms.

However, the north Londoners have now turned their back on a deal for the Bayern Munich star, having landed both Fernandes and Tonali for their midfield in big-money deals.

Palhinha Says 'Goodbye' to Tottenham Fans on Social Media

Following news that Spurs had won the race to sign Fernandes and Tonali, rumours began that a Tottenham deal for Palhinha was now likely dead.

On Friday lunchtime, that was confirmed by the player himself on his Instagram account, as he said 'goodbye' in a heartfelt message to the club and fans.

While the 30-year-old clearly offers the experience De Zerbi craves, he has chosen to go down a different and more ambitious path following the additions of Tonali and Fernandes, who could be the club's midfield partnership for years.

It was previously reported that Palhinha could return to his homeland and sign for Sporting Lisbon if he didn't join Tottenham.

Palhinha Had Rollercoaster Tottenham Loan

Palinha went from hero to zero and back to hero during a rollercoaster season-long loan spell at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Expectations were high when the Portugal international arrived at Spurs from Bayern Munich, having previously been one of the best in the Premier League in his position when he played for Fulham.

The 30-year-old started well and looked like the established Premier League player everyone thought he was, but he quickly came under scrutiny for the partnership between him and Rodrigo Bentancur not providing enough support for the defence, or much from an attacking sense either.

Palhinha found himself on the bench more during the mid-part of the season and during Igor Tudor's short reign, before his game-changing moment when he scored the winner against Wolves off the bench in April.

It was De Zerbi's first win in charge and the club's first Premier League win since December, and Palhinha came a mainstay of the XI in the coming weeks as Tottenham built momentum and preserved their top flight status.

Tottenham Hotspur have been the busiest club in the transfer market so far this summer, but they aren't done yet.

The north London club finished 17th in the Premier League for a second consecutive season, but manager Roberto De Zerbi has been given a war chest to rebuild the squad and make them competitive again.

So far the Italian has added Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, Jan Paul van Hecke, and Mateus Fernandes, while a £100m deal for Sandro Tonali has also been agreed to bring him in from Newcastle. The club are now believed to be looking at their forward line next, and the top target has been revealed.

Tottenham Prioritise Savinho Transfer

Spurs have shown a strong interest in a number of forward options in the market, with Crysencio Summerville among the names touted as possible options to make the switch.

But while speaking on talkSPORT, GIVEMESPORT senior correspondent Ben Jacobs has revealed that there is a man above the Netherlands international on their shortlist, following Man Utd opening talks for the West Ham star.

"Talks are now underway directly between West Ham United and Manchester United for Crysencio Summerville, who's just getting back from the World Cup, and don't forget that Tottenham have looked at him in the past as well," he said.

"Their primary focus is Savinho. Let's see whether the Manchester City board choose to sanction that deal or not."

Savinho has already agreed personal terms ahead of a move to north London and wants to join, but talks continue between the two clubs over a fee. It's understood that City want around £60m to let the Brazilian leave.

Savinho Could Be Next In The Door

Savinho arrived at Man City from Troyes in 2024 after a terrific spell in La Liga on loan at Girona, and immediately excited fans with his tricky footwork, pace and creativity.

It's not easy to get compliments from Pep Guardiola, but he called the youngster 'extraordinary', showing just how talented he is. A lack of regular game time saw his form dip, but De Zerbi is the perfect manager to get that out of his system and get him back to his best.

Spurs are ready to splash the cash, and Savinho is a player who could make a big difference to their attack next season. They've set their sights on the deal, and it's one to pay attention to in the coming weeks as they look to close it.

Tottenham Hotspur have been incredibly active in the transfer window so far this summer, but they have now pulled the plug on one deal according to Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg.

Spurs have already brought in Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka on free transfers, while they also signed Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton and broke their club-record to sign Mateus Fernandes from West Ham in an £85m deal.

The club also agreed a £100m deal to sign Newcastle star Sandro Tonali this week, cementing their ambitions to climb up the table after back-to-back 17th-placed finishes in the Premier League, but they have now backed out of a deal for another signing.

Tottenham Pull Out of Move to Sign Palhinha

Tottenham are pushing to strengthen their squad, and new manager Roberto De Zerbi had previously stated that he wanted the club to retain Portugal international Joao Palhinha as part of the squad following his loan spell in 2025/26.

The holding midfielder was described as 'one of the best' by the Italian coach, and had made a return to north London his priority for this window despite having agreed terms with Sporting CP over a potential move, with Bayern Munich desperate to cash in on a permanent deal.

But after completing a deal for Fernandes and agreeing terms over a move for Tonali, Spurs have now pulled the plug on any return.

"Joao Palhinha is set to return to FC Bayern for now," Plettenberg wrote. "The Tottenham deal is now 100% off following the signings of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes.

"A possible move to Sporting is also complicated due to Bayern's asking price. There are further interested clubs. Talks are ongoing."

Tottenham Make Right Decision

Palhinha proved what everyone already knew last season with his performances. The 30-year-old is a strong defensive player, who covers ground well, but has limitations with his passing.

The fact that he scored the goals that ultimately kept Spurs in the Premier League may have made the sentiment of keeping him at the club difficult to ignore, but ultimately they have signed major upgrades on him now, and it makes sense to let him leave.

With Tonali and Fernandes joining the likes of Lucas Bergvall, Archie Gray, Rodrigo Bentancur, and Pape Matar Sarr in the squad, there is no space for Palhinha and it makes sense to put that money towards strengthening other areas of the squad instead.

Tottenham Hotspur do have an interest in a move to sign Bournemouth sensation Eli Junior Kroupi this summer, according to Sky Sports journalist Michael Bridge.

The Lilywhites have had an incredible summer transfer window already, bringing in all of Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, Jan Paul van Hecke, and Mateus Fernandes, while a £100m deal to sign Sandro Tonali has also been agreed.

But after a second consecutive 17th-placed finish in the Premier League, Spurs are ready to go all-out to bolster Roberto De Zerbi's squad for the new season, and a new forward is considered to be among the priorities for the window.

Kroupi, who has been described as a 'phenom', had an incredible breakthrough season for Bournemouth in 2025/26, netting a record-breaking 13 goals in 35 appearances in the Premier League, more than any other teenager in a single campaign.

The Frenchman has attracted the interest of a number of clubs as a result of his performances, and Tottenham are understood to be one of the clubs who are also showing huge interest in his signature.

However, in an update shared by Sky Sports journalist Bridge, any deal is considered to be 'highly unlikely', as the Cherries have no interest in selling their prized asset ahead of the new campaign under a new manager.

Bournemouth have no need to sell and want to give Marco Rose the strongest squad possible to compete. It's also stated that it would take an 'astronomical offer' for them to even consider a sale of the 20-year-old.

Bridge also stated that he spoke to a source about the deal who confirmed the interest in the player, although he also stated that everyone was keen on him, showing that there would be huge competition.

Tottenham Making Major Statements

Tottenham know they have to make a statement this summer ahead of the new season, and that comes with bringing in top players into the club to help them climb up the table and begin to compete for silverware once again.

Deals for Tonali and Fernandes were major statements, with the club breaking their transfer window twice in one window. But bringing in someone like Kroupi would arguably be an even better statement considering it comes after spending big money elsewhere, and with the competition they will face.

It's unlikely a deal happens, but many would have said the same about Fernandes and Tonali just a few weeks ago, so this is one to keep a close eye on.

Tottenham are said to have learned the asking price for one of their attacking transfer targets. Spurs are in the midst of a record-breaking transfer window, with the Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali deals taking the North London side's spending above what they have ever spent before.

Roberto De Zerbi is being fully backed in this window, and as much as £237million has been spent so far, with more spending still to come. De Zerbi likely demanded summer spending before taking the job, and Spurs have followed up on their promise after surviving the Premier League drop.

With the midfield now seen as complete, Tottenham will now likely prioritise a winger transfer, and AC Milan star Rafael Leao has been heavily linked, along with Manchester City's Savinho and Manchester United's Marcus Rashford.

Leao wants out from Milan

It is no secret that Leao is looking for a new club after seven years with AC Milan, and he is likely to have his pick of a number of top clubs this summer.

The winger said before the World Cup: "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.

"If that happens, I'll be very happy and fulfilled because I did my job at AC Milan."

Tottenham learn Leao price tag

With AC Milan bracing for Leao's exit, it is reported by Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio that the Italian giants want €60-70million (£51.3m-£59.9m) for the winger this summer. Leao is currently away with Portugal at the World Cup, so his future is unlikely to be resolved until after he returns, but a move is almost certain this summer.

The 27-year-old scored 10 and assisted three last season, but it was a disappointing season for him and Milan as a whole, leading to the Italian club missing out on Champions League football. Still, the 'world-class' Leao is thought of as one of Europe's top-bracket wingers, and he has already been linked with Arsenal, Tottenham and many others.

Former Milan boss Massimiliano Allegri said Leao has 'genius' while speaking back in 2025. He added: "He's been out for 45 days, so he's still finding rhythm. Last week, he came on out of necessity and did well. He's worked hard this week – we need him back quickly. He and Nkunku are technical players who can solve matches. He played as a striker at Lille, so it's not new to him. His movement on [Luka] Modric's pass was perfect."

Tottenham's bold summer spending has cost one of last season's most important players his place in the team. Spurs are among the biggest spenders in world football this summer, already committing more than £200million to new signings, and the spending will not end there.

Roberto De Zerbi was promised a big budget, and he is getting exactly that, with Spurs quickly signing Andy Robertson, Marcos Sensesi and Jan Paul van Hecke. They have now added to those signings with the deals to sign Mateus Fernandes from West Ham for £85million and Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United for £92million.

It is a huge statement from Tottenham, who have rarely dug deep into their pocket, but back-to-back bottom-half finishes appear to have served as a real wake-up call. Fans will be delighted with the investment, but it is not good news for everyone.

Palhinha set to miss out on Tottenham move

Joao Palhinha was a crucial player for Tottenham last season, arriving on loan and proving to be one of the very few bright lights in an otherwise forgettable campaign. The Portugal international battled admirably even during the more difficult times, but Spurs decided not to take up the £26million option to buy they held in the loan deal, which was seen as a very affordable total due to Bayern Munich previously paying £47.4million to sign the midfielder from Fulham.

But according to Tom Barclay and Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham have now decided to move on from Palhinha, opting not to return to Bayern with a fresh approach following their two statement midfield signings.

Romano posted on X: "João Palhinha will not stay at Spurs this summer despite his desire to continue at the club. The decision has been made after Tonali and Mateus Fernandes signings, as @TomBarclay_reports."

De Zerbi wanted to keep Palhinha

The strange thing about the Palhinha decision is that De Zerbi stated he wanted to sign the midfielder when speaking towards the end of last season. He said: "100%. We have to start from this type of person. We need reliable people as well as reliable players and Palhinha is one of the best. I want to see players with the same attitude, with the same passion, with the same spirit and personality. We are lucky to have Palhinha with us."

Ultimately, though, the arrivals of Tonali and Fernandes likely push Palhinha out of the team, and Spurs also have Rodrigo Bentancur in the middle, along with Pape Matar Sarr and Conor Gallagher. Given a free choice, Palhinha might have been kept over one of those players, but given he was only on loan, it is a safer option to not sign the Portugal international and avoid being forced to try to sell one of the existing options.

Tottenham's fearless transfer window has continued with the £92million deal to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United, adding to an £85million agreement to land Mateus Fernandes from West Ham. The North London side have completely changed the way they do business this summer, and many fans will be relieved to see the purse strings loosened.

Back-to-back bottom half finishes seem to have scared Spurs into action, and it's likely Roberto De Zerbi received big assurances prior to taking a job he turned down just a few months prior.

With more than £200million committed, Spurs are still said to be eyeing further targets this summer, and the latest being considered is an England World Cup star in Marcus Rashford.

Tottenham's Rashford transfer stance

Tottenham have been linked with a move with for-sale Manchester United forward Rashford this summer. The winger has returned to the top of his game with an impressive campaign with Barcelona, scoring 14 and managing as many assists. Barca had the chance to sign him permanently before the end of June, but they signed an alternative instead in Anthony Gordon, who has labelled his Three Lions teammate as 'one of the best players in the world' on his day.

United are said to be asking for around £40million to sell Rashford, who is currently at the World Cup with England, although the price may differ based on whether the buyer is a Premier League club or one abroad.

From Tottenham's point of view, De Zerbi does want a winger, and according to The Independent, he views Rashford as a valuable option due to his ability to play as a winger and a striker.

But at this stage, their attacking targets are not concrete, with Manchester City's Savinho also being considered, so a deal is not close, and in any case, it's likely Rashford will wait until he returns to decide his future, even if teammate Elliot Anderson has secured a transfer during his time in North America.

'Rashford the reliable' - Tuchel

England boss Thomas Tuchel has described Rashford as 'reliable' during this World Cup, which explains why the United forward started the Three Lions' narrow win over DR Congo on Wednesday night.

"We tried and tried. Marcus was just unlucky," said Tuchel after the Ghana game. "He is pushing and pushing like always. Every time I bring him on, he is super reliable.

"Everyone is trying. I'm not upset with players who try. You need a bit of luck, you need momentum and we will get there."

Goals were extremely hard to come by for Tottenham's attacking players last season.

As a result, Spurs found themselves falling down the Premier League table at an alarming rate towards the drop zone.

Defensive midfielder Joao Palhinha, who was second in the club's goalscoring charts for the term with seven goals, scored the all-important goal on the final day of the season in the 1-0 win over Everton to preserve the club's Premier League status.

Amid the struggle for goals, Tottenham have plenty of work to do in the transfer market in an attacking sense once the signings of midfielders Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali for a joint fee of £185m are officially confirmed.

Kroupi tops three-man shortlist

Tottenham are targeting a new left-sided forward for the new season and Bournemouth ace Eli Junior Kroupi tops a three-man shortlist, according to The Independent.

The 20-year-old only made his debut for the Cherries last August after remaining with French side Lorient for the remainder of the 2024/25 season after the clubs struck a £10m agreement back in February 2025.

Kroupi proved to be an instant hit for the Cherries in an incredible debut season for the club, scoring 13 times and earning a nomination for the PFA Young Player of the Year award in the process.

The France Under-21 international has come to the attention of clubs as a result of his sparkling form, with Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain keen on his services.

Bournemouth, if they decide to sell, will make a huge profit on their player and a figure upwards of £80million has been mooted.

The Independent report that Rafael Leao of AC Milan has been broached as an option in informal discussions with the Serie A giants, and there is still the possibility that they move for Savinho.

The Manchester City ace was heavily linked with Tottenham last summer but a transfer for the Brazilian never materialised, with Kroupi now appearing to move ahead of him as a target as Tottenham look to strengthen down the left.

A "generational talent"

Tottenham could well add a "generational talent" to their squad if they strike a deal with Bournemouth for Kroupi.

Speaking back in January, Bournemouth player Marcus Tavernier waxed lyrical about his teammate following their 3-2 defeat against Arsenal, a game in which the attacker added another goal to his tally for the season.

“I’ve said before, Junior is a generational talent,” said Tavernier, as reported by Bournemouth's official website. “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.”

There is a lot of excitement in N17 at present with Tottenham splashing the cash for Roberto De Zerbi.

Following back-to-back 17th place finishes, Spurs are spending big as they look to get back to their previous heights towards the top of the Premier League table.

Signing Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi on free transfers to bolster their squad, last month the club also completed the £52m signing of centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion.

Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali are now set to follow for £85m and £100m respectively after Tottenham struck agreements with West Ham and Newcastle United for the midfielders.

Much more still needs to be done in improving De Zerbi's squad, with attacking players required after the club's struggles in the final third last season.

Leao option

One position Tottenham need to address is on the left of their attack after failing to replace Son Heung-min following his switch to LAFC last August.

According to The Independent, Bournemouth ace Eli Junior Kroupi tops a three-player shortlist for that position.

Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain are also keen, with the Cherries looking to receive over £80m if they decide to cash in on their highly-rated attacker.

The report states that Rafael Leao has been broached as an option in informal discussions with his club AC Milan, while there is a possibility that they once again move for Manchester City winger Savinho.

In terms of Leao, he would be another statement signing if Tottenham can agree on a deal with Milan for 'one of the best wingers in Europe'.

Mainly operating from the left but also capable of playing centrally, the Portugal international has contributed regularly for the Rossoneri with 80 goals and 65 assists in 291 games for the Italian giants.

After already agreeing on transfers for Fernandes and Tonali, a move for Leao would be a real signal of intent from Tottenham that they really do mean business in the transfer market after their recent Premier League woes.

Tottenham's attacking needs

Tottenham desperately need to improve in the final third if they are to climb the Premier League table.

Last season, Richarlison finished top goalscorer in all competitions with 12 goals, and it was defensive players Joao Palhinha, Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero who were next in line in the charts.

Dominic Solanke could only manage six goals in an injury-hit campaign, with Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani both contributing five and Mathys Tel chipping in with four.

Given the need for goals, Leao could more than play his part after hitting double figures for Milan in each of his last five seasons at the San Siro.

Following the club's desire to improve their midfield with the additions of Fernandes and Tonali, Tottenham now need to do likewise in attack if they are to make big strides under De Zerbi.