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Tottenham Hotspur are making progress on sales within their first-team squad after a busy summer of arrivals so far.

Spurs have brought in Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes, and Sandro Tonali so far this summer, and Roberto De Zerbi is now looking to ship out some deadwood from his side to free up space for more new arrivals and shape up his squad for the season.

While the plan is to keep all their best players, despite consecutive 17th-placed finishes in the Premier League, at least one star will be on the move this summer, and the club are in direct talks to make a deal happen.

Tottenham and Inter in Romero Talks

According to a report by Italian journalist Gianluigi Longari, Inter Milan and Tottenham are in direct talks about a deal for Cristian Romero to return to Serie A.

The Argentine, who has been described as 'unbelievable', is '100% certain' to leave the club this summer after growing disillusioned with life in England as a result of the club's lack of competitiveness at the top level, and Spurs have already replaced him by bringing in Senesi and van Hecke.

There is an openness from all parties to get a deal done during the window, and it's understood that the player's agent and Inter's sporting director are both in Milan to thrash out the terms of a transfer.

Inter have shown a willingness to pay up to £40m for the World Cup winner, and there is total openness from the player's side about making the move to the San Siro.

Spurs are understood to be open to letting him leave for the right price, but it remains unclear if they would be willing to go that low to get him out of the door. Talks are ongoing, but there is a positive feeling between all parties that an agreement can be found soon.

Romero's Time at Spurs is Over

Nobody in north London will dispute how good of a defender Romero is, but there have been several question marks about his discipline and mindset over the last 12 months, and an exit makes the most sense for everyone involved.

Spurs have already replaced him in the window, and De Zerbi has made it clear that he only wants players who are fully committed to the cause. Inter have offered everyone a route to get the deal done, so it looks likely that it will.

£40m seems low in this market, but when you consider all the circumstances around the deal, it may be smarter for Spurs to just cut their losses and take it, rather than risk having to keep hold of someone who doesn't want to be there, and they don't want there either.

Roberto De Zerbi has admitted that he will allow Lucas Bergvall to leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer if he expresses a desire to move on.

Spurs have had a busy summer window so far with six arrivals, including club-record deals for midfield pair Mateus Fernandes from West Ham and Sandro Tonali from Newcastle. Those moves have sparked question marks over the future of Bergvall, who has reportedly told club chiefs he is keen to embark on a new challenge for more regular first-team football.

Nottingham Forest have seen a £38m bid rejected, while Newcastle had a £46m bid turned down too, as interest picks up in the talented 19-year-old. Brighton have also been linked with interest, with reports suggesting they could be ready to table a bid worth around £60m.

De Zerbi to Hold Talks With Bergvall

Tottenham have travelled to New Zealand for their pre-season tour, and the Italian boss was speaking in his first press conference of the summer when he was asked about the future of the talented midfielder.

De Zerbi didn't shy away from the situation, and admitted that he doesn't want any players at the club who don't want to be there, and that includes Bergvall.

"Listen, I was very clear at the start of my time in Tottenham," he said.

"I said 'Who doesn't want to stay in Tottenham, who is not happy, is not proud to stay here, has to leave'. I want proud players who are happy to stay here and to go on the pitch at Tottenham Stadium with a big motivation. If you think also in the World Cup, the motivation makes the difference. The motivation is to be happy to stay in one team."

"I have not spoken with Lucas [Bergvall] yet, I will in the next days. And we will make the best decision for the club, for Lucas, for me, for every one of us. Without problems, Lucas is a big, big talent. There will be a big competition to play because, at the end, I think we will be two players for each position. If he wants to stay, I will be happy.

"Otherwise, we have to find a new solution with Johan Lange, with Vinai (Venkatesham). It's not my business after the decision to leave (if that happens)."

Tottenham Not Done in Transfer Market

While De Zerbi has made it clear that players will be allowed to leave, he has also made it clear that he expects more arrivals before the deadline on September 1st too.

Spurs are in the market to strengthen their forward line, with Man City star Savinho the top target for the wing, while a new striker is also being considered. And the boss admitted that he wants to bring in 'important players', rather than just options to make up the numbers.

“First of all, I think it’s not finished yet, our transfer market window,” he said. “We have to finish; we have to bring another couple, maybe more, maybe not less, but a couple of players.

"I’m very happy, I’m excited to work with the new players, with the old players.

“The target now is to complete the attacking positions. We want the first target, the first level, because we have already important players. But I think to start a new project we need another couple of important players for sure.”

Roberto De Zerbi seems keen to still put his trust in youth at Tottenham Hotspur despite a busy record-breaking summer transfer window.

The Lilywhites have splashed the cash on three high-profile players, with Sandro Tonali becoming the club's record signing in a £100 million deal. A hefty £85m was spent on Mateus Fernandes, while Jan Paul van Hecke reunited with De Zerbi in a £52m deal.

Those three are set to be a major part of De Zerbi's plans to drive Spurs back into European contention next season. While there's been a big push for a rebuild, the Italian coach is still keen to turn to youth.

De Zerbi Tells Olusesi He's Staying

There has been some speculation over Callum Olusesi's future amid the 19-year-old missing out on a place in De Zerbi's 36-man squad for a pre-season tour in New Zealand. He had been linked with a permanent exit in January and Standard Sport reported that Hoffenheim and PSV Eindhoven were eyeing the English youngster.

The same outlet now claims that De Zerbi has informed Olusesi that he is part of his plans and is expected to stay and challenge for minutes. He made his Premier League and Champions League debut last season, featuring three times at senior level.

Olusesi is missing Spurs' trip to New Zealand as he recovers from an injury, but the versatile midfielder is one of several academy players who are set to compete for first-team minutes. Defender Jun’ai Byfield and Luca Williams-Barnett are also going nowhere, although the latter might not be ready for senior football.

De Zerbi's Lilywhites face Auckland FC, Sydney FC and Chelsea in the coming days during their pre-season tour. While Byfield wasn't included, Williams-Barnett was alongside new signings Tonali, Fernandes and Van Hecke.

Tottenham Building For Now and Future

Spurs needed to take immediate action in the current market after last season's relegation battle. They avoided the drop on the final day of a dismal campaign.

The torment of the past 12 months has been firmly put behind them with probably their most exciting transfer business since the magnificent seven in 2013. It was impossible for the higher-ups to continue targeting short-term fixes or bargain buys rather than elite players as they have.

That said, there remains a need to build for the future and that includes trusting in the youth academy. Olusesi, dubbed "great" by Ange Postecoglou, is one of the teenage prospects tipped for a bright future amid impressive displays for the U21s.

Spurs legend Jermain Defoe is a massive fan, and he believes the midfielder has "great potential." The iconic striker explained how he can play as a six, eight or even as a ten, and this analysis speaks volumes about why De Zerbi will be handing him opportunities.

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Brighton and Hove Albion are ready to table a record-breaking offer to sign Tottenham star Lucas Bergvall ahead of Nottingham Forest and Newcastle, according to TEAMtalk.

Spurs have improved their midfield this summer with a £185m splurge to bring in Mateus Fernandes from West Ham and Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, breaking their club record twice in the process. But those moves saw Bergvall ask to leave the club, with major interest from several Premier League clubs.

But now a new club has entered the race for his signature, and it's reported that they are ready to blow everyone out of the water to get a deal done.

Brighton Ready £60m Move for Bergvall

Bergvall, who has been described as 'incredible', is one of the top young midfielders in the Premier League, and he is keen to play regularly to continue his development.

Spurs have already rejected a bid from Nottingham Forest worth £38m, while Newcastle also made a move but saw their £46m offer knocked back too, as they put a £60m valuation on the Sweden international.

But it has now emerged that Brighton are ready to enter the race and table a record-breaking bid that matches that valuation in order to get the 19-year-old in at the AMEX Stadium, as they look to strengthen their own midfield options for the new season.

It's understood that Brighton's recruitment team have identified Bergvall as a priority target, and they believe that they can help him develop into one of the next big stars of the Premier League, which fits perfectly into their model of transfers.

Tottenham are reluctant to lose Bergvall, however, his desire to leave and the money on offer is likely to prove too difficult to turn down. Brighton are ready to test their resolve with a mega bid, which would hijack the interest of Forest and Newcastle, who have so far been reluctant to match Spurs' valuation.

Tottenham Losing a Top Talent

Bergvall is an exceptional young midfielder, and if you told Spurs fans a few months ago that he'd be on the move this summer they likely would have been devastated.

But after seeing Fernandes and Tonali arrive, plus De Zerbi offloading a host of young talent such as Luka Vuskovic, Tynan Thompson, and Will Lankshear, then it probably isn't much of a surprise to see the ambitious talent looking to move on.

A £60m fee will soften the blow, and will undoubtedly help Spurs to strengthen the squad further in this market, but it won't change the fact that Tottenham will be losing a top talent for the future, and strengthening a Premier League rival who are keen to take their place in the table.

Tottenham Hotspur are plotting a move for a third midfield transfer after Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, according to the Mirror.

Tottenham wasted no time in transforming their defence and midfield in the early weeks of the summer transfer window, with Andy Robertson, Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka arriving to strengthen the team's rearguard after they conceded 183 goals across the last three Premier League seasons.

Luka Vuskovic has already departed as Spurs focus on outgoings, with captain Cristian Romero, Guglielmo Vicario, Alfie Dorrington and Ashley Phillips among the other defensively-minded players who could be on their way out of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the coming weeks.

Fernandes and Tonali joined in two club-record transfers to significantly boost De Zerbi's midfield options, with Lucas Bergvall another midfielder who could be on his way out as Premier League interest grows in the Sweden international.

Should he leave, it remains to be seen whether the north London outfit push ahead and bring in another body for the midfield engine room, but they certainly have some targets in mind if they are to do that.

In the meantime, their transfer priority is strengthening the attack with talks ongoing over a deal for Manchester City winger Savinho.

Tottenham Interested in Alex Scott

According to the Mirror, Tottenham are one of a number of top Premier League clubs looking at a summer move for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott.

The Cherries had been hoping to keep hold of the England international for their maiden European campaign next term, but the 22-year-old has just rejected the club's latest contract offer.

While Spurs, Manchester United and Arsenal all hold an interest in the midfielder, it is Chelsea who have recently had a £64m bid rejected for the Englishman, as Xabi Alonso looks to sign a new midfielder this summer.

The report claims that the Scott would like to move to Stamford Bridge, presumably seeing it as an opportunity for Alonso to make him an even better midfield player.

Scott is a Tottenham Fan

Interestingly, Scott has previously admitted that he is a Tottenham fan and supported the club as a kid.

If Spurs were to ramp up their interest in him, there would surely be a keenness from the player to complete a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, if they could seal an agreement with Bournemouth.

You do have to wonder where there is a spot for Scott in De Zerbi's starting XI right now though, given Fernandes and Tonali are likely to be the sitters in his preferred 4-2-3-1 system, with James Maddison ahead of them as he continues his comeback from injury.

Tottenham are also focusing their remaining budget on their attack as things stand, so an outlay of more than £64m would be big for a position in which they are already well covered.

Remember, beyond Fernandes and Tonali, the Italian manager also has Rodrigo Bentancur, Conor Gallagher, Archie Gray, Pape Matar Sarr and Bergvall to pick from in the position currently.

Tottenham Hotspur have opened talks to sell another first-team star alongside Cristian Romero after a U-turn from Roberton De Zerbi, according to Caught Offside.

Spurs have been very busy in the transfer window so far with six new arrivals, including defenders Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, and Jan Paul van Hecke, while midfielders Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali both broke the club's transfer record, respectively, following their arrivals from West Ham and Newcastle.

But the club are now working on a number of outgoings to balance the squad, alongside their hunt for new forward options, and that has led to some talks being opened with a number of clubs.

Tottenham Open Talks Over Richarlison Exit

Cristian Romero is "100% certain" to leave the club this summer, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that talks are underway with Italian giants Inter Milan over a deal to take him to Serie A.

But it has now emerged that the club are also in talks with Juventus and Fenerbahce over a deal that would see forward Richarlison depart the club after four seasons in north London.

The Brazilian has entered the final year of his contract, and as a result is 'no longer considered to be untouchable', with manager De Zerbi open to his sale. Spurs have put a valuation of around £20m on the former Everton star, and talks are underway to find an agreement for his exit.

Juventus are currently pursuing a deal to sign Randal Kolo Muani, who spent last season on loan at Spurs, but Richarlison is seen as an alternative option if they are unable to find an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain.

Fenerbahce are also keen, but Richarlison would prefer to stay in England or a top European league rather than move to Turkey at this stage of his career. Spurs are willing to sell to the highest bidder, but with the 29-year-old having previously rejected interest from Saudi Arabia, he is unlikely to be forced to move somewhere that he isn't keen on.

Richarlison Time at Spurs Surely Over

Richarlison has had a long and prosperous Premier League career at Watford, Everton, and Spurs, but it does feel like his time in the top-flight is now coming to an end.

Tottenham have Dominic Solanke and Mathys Tel who are capable of playing through the middle already, and there is strong interest in bringing in a new number nine, with Junior Eli Kroupi a top target alongside Man City winger Savinho.

Those arrivals, or any other, would only see Richarlison drop down the pecking order even more, and it seems as though the right decision for everyone involved would be to find an agreement that sees him move on before the September 1st deadline.

Tottenham Hotspur are plotting a summer move for another exciting Brazilian forward alongside Savinho, according to reports from the South American nation.

Tottenham have already played their first pre-season match, beating MK Dons in a behind-closed-doors friendly earlier this week, with new signing Mateus Fernandes scoring a stunning winning goal in the 1-0 victory.

Fernandes has been one of six new arrivals during the summer transfer window, along with Andy Robertson, Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi, Sandro Tonali and Martin Dubravka, but the former trio are yet to be involved following their participation at the 2026 World Cup.

Spurs may have brought in half-a-dozen new faces but they and Roberto De Zerbi are far from being done, with the attack their next transfer priority.

The north London outfit remain determined to bring Savinho in from Manchester City, a year on from their first attempt to sign the Brazilian, with hope that they can agree a fee with City this time.

The player himself appears keen on the move, while Tottenham are also set to look at other attacking reinforcements too, especially if Richarlison leaves the club, with Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi high on their shortlist.

Spurs continue to look at other winger options too.

Tottenham Interested in Lucas Ronier

According to Brazilian journalist Andre Hernan, Tottenham are one of many European clubs showing an interest in Coritiba winger Lucas Ronier.

Italian clubs are also said to be keen on the diminutive wide man, with the Brazilian club already making it clear they would want a similar deal to when they sold current Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha to Sion in 2017.

Ronier's contract with Coritiba runs out in less than 18 months, and the 21-year-old is attracting suitors having scored 17 goals and registered a further nine assists in 109 outings for the club.

The 5 ft 4 winger has been described as a player who was 'born to dribble' by one Brazilian scouting account.

Tottenham Open Talks to Sign Real Madrid Player

Tottenham have reportedly made contact over a potential deal to sign Franco Mastantuono from Real Madrid this summer.

Reports suggest that the La Liga giants are ready to sanction a loan move away for the talented 18-year-old, who moved to the Bernabeu last summer having impressed as a teenager for River Plate.

The teenager usually plays behind the striker or on the right-wing, and that versatility could be a key factor in Spurs' reported interest in the 4-cap Argentina international.

Real will surely demand that the forward plays regular minutes if he does leave the club, and it remains to be seen whether De Zerbi can give that guarantee given he has shown a tendency to favour experience over youth during his time in charge of Tottenham to date.

What is clear is that Mastantuono is a wonderkid with a big future ahead of him and would be a huge coup for Spurs, with Real president Florentino Perez describing him as 'one of the biggest talents in world football'.

Tottenham Hotspur youngster Alfie Dorrington is not leaving the club, yet, after performing a last-ditch u-turn on completing a move to Poland, GIVEMESPORT understands.

The 21-year-old looked set to depart Spurs on a permanent basis this summer after Polish side Pogon Szczecin agreed a deal with the north Londoners to sign him.

It looked like the move was sorted, but Dorrington has had a late change of heart and has turned down the chance to move to the continent.

That does not mean he will not leave N17 this summer, but the young defender has made it clear he would like to look for other opportunities in England, rather than going abroad.

Solitary Tottenham appearance was 'amazing' for Dorrington

Dorrington has made just one senior appearance for Spurs since coming through the academy, playing 13 minutes of Spurs' thumping 5-0 win over Southampton in 2024.

Speaking after that debut, he said: "It’s an honour, a true honour. I’ve watched so many of those players, now I’m part of it. It’s funny, when I was a young boy, I didn’t even think of being here on a day like this. I just enjoyed playing football. Now, I’ve come on and made my Premier League debut for the team I grew up watching. It’s unbelievable, really.

“It’s amazing to think I started in the Academy with the Under-13s, straight from Sunday league, five years ago now. I’ve been around the squad, been on the bench a few times, but never actually came on. It’s about being patient, but this shows you can do it.

“Then the moment comes... it felt like I was on the touchline for ages, excited, just waiting to get on. I was thinking, ‘this is what I’ve worked for my whole life’. I just want to thank all the coaches who have been involved in my journey here and elsewhere and my parents for believing in me, taking me to all those games when I was younger.”

Dorrington now looking for opportunities in England

He has spent two half seasons on loan in the Scottish Premiership with Aberdeen, the most recent of which was the start of the 2025/26 campaign, before ending last season with Salford City in League Two, missing out on automatic promotion to League One by one point and then losing the play-off final at Wembley against Notts County. He was an unused substitute in that Wembley showpiece.

The 21-year-old had looked set to kickstart his career in Poland, with Pogon, who finished ninth in the Polish top-flight last season.

However, that change of heart means he will now assess his options for the rest of the summer and look to make a move elsewhere in England.

Tottenham Hotspur have been one of the busiest clubs in the summer transfer window so far, and they are now pushing to close another deal, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Spurs have brought in six players already in Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes, and Sandro Tonali, while they have also sold a host of young talent in Luka Vuskovic, Tynan Thompson, and Will Lankshear to help balance the books and squad.

But the club are now looking at a move that would see a key first-team star depart north London during the window, with a deal very much on the cards.

Romano: Spurs In Talks to Sell Romero

It has previously been reported that Cristian Romero will 100% leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer, with talks planned between the club, player, and his representatives about the next steps surrounding his future.

Now, Fabrizio Romano has revealed in his latest Italian YouTube video that the Argentina international is in talks about a move to return to Serie A to sign for Inter Milan, with Spurs also involved in discussions about a deal.

"Understand Inter had initial direct contact with Cristian Romero's camp," he wrote on X.

"Talks taking place on both club and player sides, expensive and not easy, but Inter are trying with negotiations ongoing."

Romero, who has been described as 'phenomenal', was a key player for Argentina during the World Cup as they reached a second consecutive final, but he was forced off injured in the 70th minute as they fell to an extra-time defeat to Spain.

That came after he missed the run-in at the end of the Premier League season with a knee injury, and it now seems that he has played his final game for Spurs.

Tottenham Well Prepped for Life After Romero

Tottenham have obviously been aware for a while that Romero will be leaving this summer, hence their decision to bring in Van Hecke and Senesi in the transfer window.

With those two alongside Kevin Danso and Micky Van de Ven, the club are well stocked in central defence for the upcoming campaign, especially since they won't have European football to contend with too.

Romero's future clearly lies away from north London, and a return to Italy could be something that makes a lot of sense for him. But Spurs won't sell on the cheap, and it's clear that there is still some way to go in negotiations before a deal can be considered done.

Another Tottenham youngster is progressing towards leaving the club on a permanent deal in the summer transfer window.

Spurs have already lost a number of young talents in the summer, with the North London club looking to raise some funds through some of their starlets.

Luka Vuskovic made a big-money move to fellow Premier League side Brighton, while Alfie Devine has also joined Preston following his loan spell.

More recently, striker Will Lankshear made the move to Middlesbrough on a permanent deal. It looks as though another Spurs man could be heading through the exit door.

Some youngsters will be given an opportunity to impress Roberto De Zerbi during pre-season, but there's every chance Tottenham continue to cash in.

Tottenham star progressing in exit talks

According to a report from TEAMtalk, Middlesbrough are progressing in talks to sign another Tottenham player in the summer transfer window.

Middlesbrough already secured the signature of Lankshear, but they are now pushing for a permanent move to sign defender Ashley Phillips.

It's claimed that a permanent deal could cost in the region of £12 million, although the two clubs have discussed a potential loan deal for the defender.

It remains to be seen whether the deal will eventually end up as a permanent or a loan, but either way it looks like Phillips could be heading to the Championship this summer.

Phillips not named in Tottenham squad

Interestingly, Phillips hasn't been named in Tottenham's pre-season squad that is heading to New Zealand and Australia in the coming days.

De Zerbi named a squad of 35 players, so if there was any chance of Phillips remaining with the club, he would likely have been heading to Australia and New Zealand.

A departure from Spurs on a permanent move feels like the right decision for Phillips.

The young defender has had multiple loans in the lower leagues now, and he's going to struggle to play at Tottenham after they signed both Marcos Senesi and Jan-Paul van Hecke in the summer window.