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Tottenham's summer transfer window is going to be filled with difficult decisions to make, especially when it comes to some players leaving the club in favour of a new challenge.

Cristian Romero could leave Spurs as one of several reluctant deals the club could feel forced to accept, with work already being done to improve the backline.

Marcos Senesi is set to join on a free transfer, with Tottenham looking to land centre-back options with experience and proven Premier League quality in their skillset.

Then there's the recently rejected bid for Jan Paul van Hecke, as the defender has been linked with a possible reunion with Roberto De Zerbi after playing under him at Brighton.

The knock-on effect of any deal could be huge, however, especially when Tottenham consider the future of one particular defender in their ranks.

Luka Vuskovic Transfer Dilemma

One player who will be watching Tottenham's transfer dealings with intent is Luka Vuskovic, the young defender who was signed by the club a few years ago, but is yet to feature for the senior side.

A promising young centre-back, the 19-year-old has shown plenty of promise in his spells with Westerlo in Belgium and more recently Hamburg in Germany.

The latest of those loan moves saw Vuskovic come in for plenty of praise in the Bundesliga, as he featured 30 times for the club, making quite the impact in that time on the pitch.

It's no surprise that the Croatian international has been described as a "generational talent", but the question is whether Tottenham can tap into that quality and potential at the right time.

A move for Van Hecke, combined with the deal for Senesi and defensive depth that includes Micky van de Ven, Kevin Danso, and Radu Dragusin means it could be tough for the youngster to see a route into the team.

In that instance, Tottenham could be forced into a difficult decision; stick with Vuskovic for potentially limited game time, or face the possibility that he may push for an exit in the summer.

That isn't an easy choice to make, as Spurs need to balance a clear improvement in quality for the here and now with the need for some long-term planning.

It's a decision not too dissimilar from one made by Tottenham's near and dear rivals Arsenal, who could provide a blueprint to deal with the situation.

Tottenham Can Follow Arsenal Blueprint

Following the lead of bitter rivals Arsenal isn't easy for Tottenham, but it's clear that they have done something right in the other half of North London, and taking lessons from that is no bad thing.

More specifically, looking at the potential for an up-and-coming centre-back to make an impact, the Gunners have shown how it is done with William Saliba.

The French defender had several loan spells in France after showing promise at a young age, but it was still a leap of faith that led to Mikel Arteta sticking with him early on his return from Marseille.

That quietened down any talk of a transfer exit, and any possibility of unhappiness, while the centre-back ranks have been secure there ever since.

For Spurs, the situation is slightly more complex, but the idea of putting some faith into a youngster who is ready for more game time is worth following.

That may well depend on the outgoings elsewhere, as there may be too many centre-backs fighting for just two places in the team this coming season.

As a result, at worst, the club should look at facilitating another loan but with a clear plan on how to integrate him Vuskovic into the team moving forward.

Failure to do so risks Tottenham losing a top talent for the future.

Tottenham have been linked with a potential striker addition in the transfer market, ahead of a huge summer rebuild for head coach Roberto De Zerbi.

Spurs have already made quick work of bolstering their options, with Andy Robertson joining the club ahead of the impending signing of Marcos Senesi.

A recently rejected bid for Jan Paul van Hecke certainly suggests that the defence is a key area of focus, but that may soon switch to the forward ranks.

Tottenham only scored 48 goals last season, with just seven teams scoring fewer in the division, which was compounded by a poor defensive record.

It means options for the strikeforce could be on the cards, with one striker now seemingly linked with a move to North London.

Tottenham Linked With Moise Kean

According to a report from Italian outlet Firenzeviola, Tottenham are a possible destination for Moise Kean this summer, as the 'killer' striker has been linked with an exit.

The 26-year-old is claimed to be available after La Viola battled against relegation in Serie A but eventually survived last season, with his eight goals helping the side avoid an unthinkable drop into the second tier.

Kean has a €62 million (£53.5 million) release clause in his deal that activates in early July, but interested parties are claimed to be eyeing a lower fee through negotiations.

The man they will have to deal with is Fabio Paratici, the former Tottenham sporting director who had two stints at the club where he was in charge of transfer dealings.

The latest stint ended earlier this season with his move to Fiorentina, but Spurs could raid his new club with a move for Kean in the coming weeks.

It's stated that Tottenham chiefs will be waiting for the green light from De Zerbi over any move, particularly one for the Italian international, but the club are willing to invest €40 million (£34.5 million) in an attacking addition.

It remains to be seen whether Kean will be the priority target, although previous Italian reports have suggested that De Zerbi wants Kean.

Tottenham Must Consider Striker Situation

In the post-Kane era, Tottenham have struggled to find goals from their strikers, as well as the all-round play that would allow them to click in the forward areas.

Spurs have leaned on Richarlison, Dominic Solanke, and Randal Kolo Muani over the past season as their centre-forward options, but none of them have stood out as quality options.

Both Richarlison and Solanke have struggled for fitness at different points, and while there have been glimmers of their quality, it hasn't been consistent.

That could change under De Zerbi, of course, but if there are specific attributes that the manager needs to keep his team ticking, then Tottenham must consider entering the market.

The issue is that almost every area will be under consideration, which could result in priorities shifting elsewhere as the window progresses.

Liverpool are entering a new era at Anfield under Andoni Iraola for next season, and they have now been given a major boost in their bid to sign a top Tottenham Hotspur star.

The Reds have seen Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson depart the club at the end of their contract this month, and that means that defensive reinforcements are being eyed as a priority for the transfer window, with Iraola keen to ensure they don't ship more than 50 goals again.

One of the top targets for Liverpool in recent months has been Spurs star Micky Van de Ven, with the centre-back understood to be very keen on making the switch to Merseyside.

Liverpool Get Major Van de Ven Boost

Van de Ven, who has been described as 'world-class', has been expected to depart the north London club after they narrowly avoided relegation for a second consecutive season, with the Netherlands star playing a key role in keeping them in the top flight.

Spurs are also looking to bolster their squad and have already brought in Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson on a free transfer. Now manager Roberto De Zerbi has made it clear that he is preparing for an exit by getting the club to table a big offer for Brighton star Jan Paul van Hecke.

While the offer was rejected, with Brighton pointing to their £70m valuation, Spurs are confident of getting a deal done and have already agreed personal terms with the Netherlands international.

While there is an expectation that Cristian Romero will leave too, Liverpool's interest in Van de Ven simply cannot be ignored in this situation, and should Tottenham bring in Van Hecke, then it would likely be a major boost to their plans to bring the 25-year-old to Anfield.

Van de Ven Would be a Gamechanging Signing

Liverpool are in desperate need of a new central defender to come in and strengthen the squad after Konate's departure, and they need whoever it is to be ready to make an immediate impact.

Jeremy Jacquet has already agreed a deal to join the club and will arrive to provide competition, while Iraola will be hopeful that young Italian defender Giovanni Leoni can return from his knee injury and continue to be a top prospect.

But with Virgil Van Dijk turning 35 before the season starts, another first-team ready option is needed to ensure standards are maintained, and Van de Ven would be perfect if a deal can be found.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has reportedly told the club that Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes is his 'dream' midfield signing this summer.

Tottenham and Newcastle both endured disappointing Premier League seasons, finishing 17th and 12th in the table respectively despite both teams competing in the Champions League.

Neither Spurs nor the Magpies have any European football next term, and they will surely be looking at Manchester United's recent third-place finish with no European distractions as the benchmark for the 2026-27 campaign.

What is clear in Tottenham's case are that changes are needed to the squad, not only for the reason they have finished 17th in successive Premier League seasons, but also that they need a team that is tailored to De Zerbi's tactical needs.

Spurs have quite a few options in central midfield as things stand, with the Italian boss preferring the experience of Conor Gallagher, Rodrigo Bentancur and Joao Palhinha in the closing weeks of the campaign as they battled for top flight survival.

De Zerbi appears to be looking for upgrades in the position though to take the club back up the Premier League table, with Guimaraes catching his eye.

De Zerbi Identifies Bruno Guimaraes as 'Dream' Target

According to a reliable Tottenham account on X, via Sports View, De Zerbi is said to have put forward the name of Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes to club chiefs ahead of the summer window opening on June 15.

The Italian manager is said to view the Brazil international as a 'dream' target for Spurs, although it will be 'tough' to prise him away from St James' Park.

It has been widely reported that Newcastle need to recoup money this summer for PSR reasons, although Anthony Gordon has already left for Barcelona in a big-money switch.

Sandro Tonali, Lewis Hall and Tino Livramento have also been heavily linked with exits, but speculation around Guimaraes has been quiet so far.

There is no doubt that signing the 28-year-old would be a huge statement of intent, given he is Newcastle captain and has been described as 'one of the best midfielders in the world' by Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli.

Joao Palhinha Giving Priority to Tottenham

De Zerbi made it clear in the final weeks of the season that he wants to sign Bayern Munich loanee Joao Palhinha on a permanent basis this summer.

There have been mixed reports on Palhinha's stance on signing for Spurs on a full-time basis however, with reports in his homeland suggesting that Tottenham have pulled out of a deal as he wanted to join Sporting Lisbon instead of remaining in London.

However, in recent days, Fabrizio Romano has reported that the 30-year-old is giving priority to remaining at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, given his strong relationship with De Zerbi.

Should Spurs fail to reach a deal with Bayern Munich, Romano says that Sporting are ready to act and bring the Portugal international back to Lisbon.

As well as his defensive midfield duties, Palhinha popped up with two crucial goals in the north London outfit's battle against relegation, scoring in wins against Wolves and Everton.

Tottenham have been handed a potential transfer boost in the summer window, as The Athletic reports that one target is likely to leave his club in the coming weeks.

It comes as Spurs are already hard at work to rebuild the squad, in the hopes of returning to the top of the Premier League table after consecutive 17th-placed finishes.

Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi are the first two signings of the window, with the former already announced while the latter is still awaiting final confirmation.

There has been a bid rejected for Jan Paul van Hecke, as the Brighton centre-back has emerged as another possible defensive reinforcement in the window.

Beyond that, the forward ranks are also under scrutiny, with a possible ramping up of interest in those positions to come.

Crysencio Summerville Transfer Latest

Tottenham have been linked with a move for Crysencio Summerville, following previous interest in the winger as early as the January transfer window.

The West Ham winger has impressed since making the step up from the Championship with Leeds to the Premier League, becoming a key player for the Hammers, particularly in the latter half of last season.

It wasn't enough to keep the side up, however, which means the club are looking to raise funds in the transfer market with the sale of some key players.

The report from The Athletic states that while West Ham are desperate to keep the likes of Mateus Fernandes and Jarrod Bowen, Summerville is a player who is expected to leave.

That opens up the possibility of Tottenham being able to finally seal a deal for the 24-year-old winger, handing Roberto De Zerbi a clear boost in the forward line.

There is competition for the Dutch international's signature, however, as Premier League rivals Aston Villa have been noted as a team who are monitoring his situation.

It remains to be seen whether Spurs will push ahead with a deal or not, given the club's recent priority in pushing for defensive signings, but attention could shift to the forward ranks soon.

Summerville Could Improve Tottenham

If Summerville did join Tottenham, then they could be boosted by bringing in a direct attacking threat, who still has plenty of potential to grow even further.

The 24-year-old could be the player to finally seal the left-wing role, which has been passed around several names in recent years, with seven goals and five assists to his name over the past season.

His improved form has seen the star called up for the Netherlands squad at the World Cup, with his debut made for the senior side in midweek's friendly clash with Algeria.

"Overall, Summerville proved he can be dangerous with his speed and dribbling and can also hold the ball well on the inside as an extra midfielder," a report from Dutch outlet NOS said about his display.

That would certainly add something to the Tottenham squad, but there would still need to be a rebalancing of the attacking options available.

Wilson Odobert, Mathys Tel, and Richarlison can all play on the left wing, which is a lot of competition for not many matches across a full season.

While injury will impact the former of the trio, there may be questions over the future of the other two and whether there needs to be some exits in the forward line before new stars can come in.

Andy Robertson has completed his free transfer from Liverpool to Tottenham Hotspur, signing a contract which will begin on July 1 after his deal at Anfield expires.

The 32-year-old is currently preparing to captain Scotland at the 2026 World Cup, where the Tartan Army will take on Haiti, Morocco and Brazil in the United States. Robertson did send a video message to supporters of his new club, where he explained how excited he is.

"I cannot wait to play for you guys, I cannot wait to meet you guys, I cannot wait to play in the stadium for the first time in front of you

"I’m already looking forward to next season."

Despite being one of the greatest defenders in Premier League history, 'Robbo' may be denied his ideal shirt number at the north London club.

Robertson Could Be Denied Spurs Number Not Worn in 14 Years

Throughout his club career, the Scottish defender has worn three different numbers on his back. At Queen's Park, Robertson bizarrely donned the No.11 on his back before switching to a more traditional number for a left-back.

He had the No.3 for his final season before leaving the club for Dundee United. This is where his most-used digits were born. The only number available at the Scottish Premiership outfit was 26. That's the shirt that has since become synonymous with the Scot, as he's stuck with it throughout his nine years at Liverpool.

"There was no meaning behind it really.

"It was the only number available when I joined Dundee United. It would soon have some significance. Just so happens, things have fallen on the 26th since then, such as my son being born! So it means a lot to me."

However, he is very likely to be denied the chance to continue with the No.26 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. That's because the shirt number hasn't been worn since ex-captain Ledley King retired in 2012.

While it hasn't been officially retired by the club, it has effectively become sacred due to King's legacy at the club and the significant injury issues he went through before hanging up his boots at just 31 years old.

Other Shirt Numbers Available to Robertson

If he is forced to choose another number at his new club, Robertson will have a few options to pick from. Vacant shirts at Spurs include two, five, six, 12 and 27.

Tottenham Hotspur are working on a move for unhappy Liverpool attacker Cody Gakpo, according to SoccerNews.

Tottenham chiefs are working hard on strengthening Roberto De Zerbi's squad after a second successive disastrous Premier League season, which saw them finish 17th again and escape relegation to the Championship on the final day.

The Lewis Family have already confirmed that they can't let these two seasons be repeated, with the north London outfit expected to back their manager and make a big splash in the summer transfer window when it opens on June 15.

Spurs appear to be looking at bolstering their squad in multiple positions, with two deals already agreed to strengthen a backline that conceded 57 goals in 38 top flight games this term.

Marcos Senesi will join Andy Robertson at the club after completing free transfer moves from Bournemouth and Liverpool respectively, unless there is a last-minute hitch, and the duo look to be two smart deals right at the beginning of the summer.

Tottenham need reinforcements in attack too, with the club not expected to sign Randal Kolo Muani on a permanent basis following a loan spell from Paris Saint-Germain, while doubts have been raised over the future of two more forwards in Richarlison and Mathys Tel.

Tottenham Have 'Serious' Interest in Cody Gakpo

According to Dutch-based outlet SoccerNews, Gakpo is keen to leave Liverpool following the exit of Arne Slot as manager, with doubts over whether he will be a preferred option for new boss Andoni Iraola on the left wing.

SoccerNews claim that Tottenham are 'seriously' interested in prising the Netherlands international away from Anfield this summer, just 12 months after he signed a new £250,000-a-week deal to remain on Merseyside.

Spurs and De Zerbi are hoping to convince the attacker to make the move to London, as they work on a plan that would see him leave Anfield for the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tottenham see Gakpo as the perfect player for their big summer rebuild, although they could face competition from other Premier League clubs, as well as teams in Spain and Germany.

Tottenham Progressing With Savinho Deal

Tottenham making a serious push for Gakpo would be a surprise unless they end up failing to secure a deal for top target Savinho from Manchester City.

Fabrizio Romano has already reported that a Spurs move for the Brazilian is progressing, 12 months on from another attempt to bring him to London from Manchester.

One insider has suggested that Tottenham have already lodged a contract offer worth £120,000-a-week to the 22-year-old, as they look to add him to their frontline ahead of next season.

Like Gakpo, Savinho favours playing from the left-hand side and it's hard to see how Tottenham could sign both, unless he see one of them playing a different role.

One thing in Spurs' favour is the fact that Micky van de Ven and Xavi Simons are already at the club, and they could help convince their Dutch compatriot to join them despite a horrendous 2025-26 season.

Tottenham Hotspur have submitted a £120,000-a-week contract offer to Manchester City forward Savinho, according to a reliable insider.

Having staved off the threat of relegation, Tottenham now look ready to make a real statement in the summer transfer market.

Not only do Spurs chiefs need to back the manager who saved them from dropping into the Championship, but they need to build a squad that significantly improves on two successive 17th-placed finishes in the Premier League.

After two disappointing seasons, it is imperative and likely that there will be a number of player exits, but Roberto De Zerbi will also want to add multiple new faces to his team too.

Tottenham have already agreed their first two signings of the summer, both on free transfers, in Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi following their exits from Liverpool and Bournemouth respectively.

There had been some talk that Liverpool could hijack the Senesi deal after Andonio Iraola's appointment at Anfield, but that has been played down by GIVEMESPORT sources.

Changes to the north London outfit's frontline are also likely, with Randal Kolo Muani returning to Paris Saint-Germain following his loan spell, while doubts have been raised over the futures of Mathys Tel and Richarlison.

Tottenham Confident of Reaching Savinho Agreement

Tottenham wanted to sign Savinho from Manchester City last summer but a deal ultimately failed to materialise.

Now, Spurs are back in for him, and they want to get a transfer over the line this time around with a move progressing, according to Fabrizio Romano.

According to one reliable City insider account on X, the north London outfit have offered the Brazilian a deal worth around £120,000-a-week to move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The 'extraordinary' 22-year-old's salary went up to £92,000-a-week, plus bonuses, last summer following Spurs' interest, with City informing their Premier League rivals they would need to pay in excess of £60m to land a top target.

Nevertheless, there is 'confidence' that an agreement will be reached between all parties.

Savinho Signing Would Raise More Questions Over Mathys Tel

If Savinho does arrive at Tottenham in a big-money swoop, you would assume he would immediately lock down the left-wing position in De Zerbi's starting XI.

That would instantly raise question marks over Mathys Tel's role in the team moving forward, even though De Zerbi has labelled him as a 'big talent'.

The Frenchman is able to play as a striker as well as on the left-hand side, but it was the latter position that he featured in mostly for Spurs in the final weeks of the season, with Richarlison and Dominic Solanke preferred in the centre-forward position, when the latter was fit.

Spurs could look to bring in a new striker this summer and if Savinho also arrives, then it might be the bench at best for Tel at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

One report this week has suggested that the player is looking to leave the club after just 12 months, with Bournemouth and FC Porto already making enquiries about signing the 21-year-old.

He scored four goals in 31 Premier League appearances for Tottenham this season.

One Tottenham star wants to leave Spurs in the summer transfer window, and Bournemouth have already opened talks to secure his signature.

Unfortunately for Tottenham, there could be a host of players who look to leave the club during the summer transfer window after they failed to qualify for European football.

Last summer, Tottenham still had Champions League football to attract players after they won the Europa League in the previous campaign.

Now, it's going to be a tricky task for Tottenham to bring in new additions while some of their key stars will likely be looking for fresh challenges.

As a result, it could be an incredibly busy summer for the North London club in terms of incomings and outgoings.

Tottenham Star Wants to Leave

According to journalist Joao Van Boysen, Premier League side Bournemouth have opened talks to secure the signature of Tottenham forward Mathys Tel ahead of the summer transfer window.

The journalist claims that Tel wants to leave Spurs with a loan with an option to buy, the likely solution.

A host of clubs are in the race to secure his signature this summer, with Porto emerging as the main interested party.

Tel was signed on a permanent deal by Tottenham last summer, but it appears he could already be on the move.

Tottenham Need to Try Keep Hold of Tel

Tel is one of the players Tottenham need to try to keep at the club heading into the 2026-2027 season.

The French youngster hasn't been given a fair crack of the whip just yet, and he's looked fretful almost every time he's played for the club.

Tel was one of Tottenham's most positive players since Roberto De Zerbi joined last season, and it wouldn't make sense for them to allow him to go out on loan this summer.

Tottenham are already likely to lose a host of their players in the upcoming window, so keeping some of their youngsters will be imperative as they look to turn things around.

Tottenham appear to be in the market for good quality, sensible free transfers this summer.

Deals are agreed in principle for Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi to arrive at the club, following the end of their contracts at Liverpool and Bournemouth respectively.

Spurs have also been linked with moves to sign John Stones, following his release from Manchester City, and Harry Wilson, who is leaving Fulham at the end of his contract at Craven Cottage.

All four, should Tottenham complete deals, would be impressive deals for Roberto De Zerbi and would give him the strength in depth he is looking for in his Spurs team ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

Free transfers would allow Spurs to spend in other areas of the pitch

Even if it is only the first two, or three of the four that come in, it would represent good business from a club that has so often been derided for its work in the transfer market in recent seasons.

Signing players out of contract would allow Tottenham to spend big on other players, spreading the overall cost of improving the squad in the summer transfer window somewhat.

And there is another free transfer that Spurs should definitely be looking at - Dusan Vlahovic - and it appears as though they are after reports they are in talks with the Serbian's representatives.

It was revealed on Wednesday that there would be no agreement between the 'world-class' striker and Juventus over a new deal to remain at the Allianz Stadium, meaning he is out of contract this summer.

Tottenham are likely to be in the market for a new No.9 this summer, with question marks over the futures of both Richarlison - who was Spurs' top scorer in the 2025/26 season - and Dominic Solanke.

GIVEMESPORT senior football correspondent Ben Jacobs said last month: "Richarlison has had an excellent season, but is drawing interest from Saudi Arabia, and Dom Solanke even has some formative interest too, and regardless of what happens with either of them, I expect Tottenham to attack the market for a No.9, and a new winger is possible too."

Vlahovic has spent the last four-and-a-half seasons with Juve, after signing in a £66.6million deal from Fiorentina in the January transfer window of the 2021/22 season.

The big Serbian is only 26 years old and entering his prime as a striker and his profile would surely fit the Premier League. Upon signing for Juventus, a BBC analysis described him as being "strong in the air, skilful on the ground".

Former Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri said after signing him: "He is a young boy, with little international experience, who however has quality, wants and can improve, and has plenty of time to do it. He has an absolute nastiness. Juventus made an important purchase. In the world, he, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland are the strongest of their generation."

High praise indeed from someone who has been around the football block.

Vlahovic has the stats to back up his price tag if you dive deep enough

On the face of it, Vlahovic's numbers do not stand out as exceptional. He notched 10 goals this season and provided a further two assists. But delve a little deeper and you find that these goals and assists came from just 23 appearances, so he averaged a goal contribution better than every other game.

Delve even deeper and you see that he only played 1,162 minutes of football. That means he actually averaged a goal contribution very 96.8 minutes on the pitch - not bad at all.

It was a reasonably similar story last season when he netted 17 goals and gave five assists to teammates in 44 matches. He was on the pitch for 2,696 minutes that season, meaning he averaged a goal contribution every 122.5 minutes on the pitch.

He has had his injuries and he has had his problems at Juventus, but when he plays, he has an impact where you want him to most.

Tottenham need a striker and while he may not be one that you can rely on to play every single game, a profile of his in squad rotation could be perfect for De Zerbi and on a free transfer, it's a no-brainer.