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Last season's relegation scrap has been put firmly behind Tottenham Hotspur and they are going all out to hand Roberto De Zerbi a team ready to challenge for Europe.

Sandro Tonali arrived from Newcastle United for a club-record £100 million and Mateus Fernandes joined from West Ham United for £85m. Spurs' transfer chiefs have also refreshed in defence with Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi.

The Lilywhites aren't done there as they look to add a new attacker to De Zerbi's squad. Speculation grows over Richarlison's future and Dominic Solanke's injury record means he can't be fully relied upon.

Tottenham Handed New Leao Conditions

Rafael Leao has been on Tottenham's wishlist for over a month but there has been a gap in valuation between the club and AC Milan. The Portuguese attacker has made clear he wants to leave the San Siro and take on a new challenge.

Spurs face competition from Turkish giants Galatasaray, who are also eyeing Leao. But he isn't thought to be fully convinced on a move to Turkey, and a Premier League switch might be more enticing.

Italian outlet Calciomercato reports that the North Londoners and Aston Villa have noted down the terms of a potential deal but neither have moved. They are exploring other options as things stand although Milan may have handed them something to ponder.

The Rossoneri are insisting on a €60 million (£51m) asking price, but could be open to a loan deal with easily achievable conditions to trigger an obligation to buy. That might tempt Spurs, who wouldn't have to pay a transfer fee now and can wait until next summer.

A Loan Could Be Perfect

Leao, dubbed "magic", has been one of Serie A's top attacking talents during his time at the San Siro. The 27-year-old managed nine goals and three assists in 29 league games last season.

If it's versatility that De Zerbi is after, the Portugal international is ideal as he can play out wide and centrally. If there's a chance of signing him on loan initially, that could prove a clever way to look to further invest in attack amid links to Bournemouth's Junior Kroupi.

The fee itself isn't too unreasonable given he still has two years left on his contract. He's the kind of player who can help fire Spurs back into Europe and competing for major honours.

Liverpool have reportedly set their sights on a Tottenham Hotspur star who could be available for £40 million this summer.

The Reds aren't splashing as much cash as they did last summer when they spent a record £446m. Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz became Liverpool's two most expensive signings in history and they were expected to successfully defend their Premier League title.

That didn't happen and a fourth-placed finish saw Arne Slot dismissed a year after delivering top-flight glory. With Andoni Iraola now in charge, the Reds' transfer chiefs are tasked with ensuring he has a squad that can compete on all fronts.

Liverpool 'Seriously Looking' at Djed Spence

Iraola has been keen to add a new left-back to his squad following Andy Robertson's departure. The Scot headed to Tottenham after his contract expired.

With Robertson heading to Spurs, there are serious doubts over Djed Spence's future with the Lilywhites. He enjoyed a stellar World Cup campaign but Roberto De Zerbi is thought to be open to selling him.

Journalist Dave Davis has now claimed that Liverpool are huge admirers of the 25-year-old. He told the Anfield Index YouTube channel: "We went digging on this and Djed Spence is absolutely a player that Liverpool are looking at. That’s our info now. Liverpool absolutely are having a serious look at Djed Spence."

Spence was a standout performer for England during the World Cup, growing as the tournament progressed and displacing Nico O'Reilly. His versatility allows him to operate at right-back and left-back and this is something that the Reds appreciate.

Davis added: "He can play right-back and left-back at the same time, which means you just wonder, you know, you sell [Kostas] Tsimikas, and then you’ve got right-back and left-back cover there in Djed Spence."

Spence has failed to become a regular starter at Spurs and Robertson's arrival has only further jeopardised his chances of game time. Inter Milan have been showing interest in the defender and have reportedly been in talks with his entourage.

Liverpool Need to Decide if Price is Right

Davis mentioned the likelihood of Spence costing £40 million following his exploits at the World Cup. That fee has been mentioned before, and while it isn't exactly cheap, it is understandable given his age and qualities.

Konstantinos Tsimikas' situation will be factored in as speculation grows over the Greek left-back departing. Interest in Spence could be stepped up if that occurs, and he'd be a perfect option to challenge Milos Kerkez for a starting berth.

The price might be an issue for the Reds given he might not be viewed as a guaranteed starter. But in today's market, for a player who enjoyed somewhat of a breakout World Cup campaign, it could be worth it.

Tottenham Hotspur have been tipped to finally land a player they have wanted for years in a stunning swap deal this summer.

After a remarkable start to the summer transfer window that saw Tottenham sign six players for Roberto De Zerbi, including breaking their transfer record twice in as many days to sign Mateus Fernandes and then Sandro Tonali, their business has quietened down.

Their next transfer priority is to strengthen the frontline as they look to push up the Premier League table next term, following two successive 17th-place finishes in the Premier League.

It appears as though there is also a current focus on outgoings following a summer spend that has totalled more than £230m to date, with Luka Vuskovic already leaving for Brighton and Hove Albion.

Alfie Devine and Will Lankshear have also completed moves away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with key first-team players like Guglielmo Vicario, Cristian Romero and Richarlison potentially joining them in the coming weeks.

Another young player who could be on his way out of the club is Swedish midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who is attracting interest and offers from fellow Premier League sides Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United.

Tottenham Could Seal Bergvall-Gibbs-White Swap Deal

According to former Tottenham scot Bryan King, speaking to Football Insider, Spurs now have the opportunity to finally land long-term transfer target Morgan Gibbs-White.

Forest are currently battling to agree a fee with the north London outfit to bring Bergvall to the City Ground, and King believes that Tottenham should look to include the English midfielder as part of a deal, if he still wants to join.

Gibbs-White was on the verge of joining Spurs last summer after they triggered his release clause, but Evangelos Marinakis ended up persuading him to stay at the club.

As the clubs negotiate for Bergvall, King believes that Tottenham have a big opportunity to land a player they've wanted for years.

He said: "There's a deal there with Bergvall, isn't there? If he went to Forest. I think it's certainly doable. If Forest fancy Bergvall and Gibbs-White wants to leave, and the offer's right, I could see it happening.

"There again, you know, it comes down to loyalty again, doesn't it? He signed a new contract. Things didn't work out. They're not in Europe. I think it's going to be a tough year for Forest.

"They'll be in a transitional year, it's whether the new manager fancies him and maybe the new manager fancies Bergvall. There's a deal to be done there, if there's going to be a deal."

Tottenham Table £70m Transfer Bid

According to an Italian journalist, Tottenham have now launched a £70m bid to sign their top winger target, Savinho, from Manchester City.

Spurs were desperate to land the Brazil international last summer, and they have once again decided he is their number one left-winger target this year too.

Manchester City appear more open to a sale this summer than they were 12 months ago, but the north Londoners still need to find an agreement on a fee.

They will hope that the reported £70m offer will meet City's valuation and they can finally get a deal over the line.

Tottenham Hotspur have been reported as being open to selling Djed Spence this summer, but Football London correspondent Alasdair Gold has labelled the price tag he's heard as 'utterly ridiculous'.

Tottenham's incoming business has, unsurprisingly, slowed down in recent weeks after they made half-a-dozen signings within a month of the summer transfer window officially opening.

While Spurs continue to work on deals to bring new attackers to the club, with Manchester City winger Savinho and Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi two of their preferred targets, attention has also turned to players leaving the club.

Luka Vuskovic has joined Brighton and Hove Albion, Alfie Devine has gone to Preston North End and Radu Dragusin has gone on loan to Fiorentina, while Middlesbrough have just completed a deal worth a total of £20m to sign Will Lankshear.

They are unlikely to be the last departures at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with many other players being linked with a move away from the club.

Those include captain Cristian Romero, who is more likely to leave than last season's centre-back partner Micky van de Ven, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, Ricarlison, Lucas Bergvall and Pape Matar Sarr.

Another player attracting interest in Djed Spence, who is just wrapped up an impressive World Cup campaign for England.

Gold: Djed Spence Price Tag is 'Utterly Ridiculous'

Sanctioning exits for Vuskovic and Lankshear have already proven unpopular due to their potential as young players, and it could be the same for Spence.

There was a lot of uncertainty around the decision by Thomas Tuchel to include the 25-year-old in his England squad for the World Cup, but the versatile full-back was undoubtedly one of the Three Lions' standout performers during the tournament.

Spurs signed Spence in a deal worth up to £20m in 2022, and even though he has at least three years remaining on his Tottenham contract, the price tag mooted for his signing this summer has been £25m.

It is a figure that has left Gold gobsmacked, while speaking in his latest YouTube video.

He said: "We'll talk about Djed [Spence] a little bit and how the price tag that I've heard about is utterly ridiculous. I mean, utterly ridiculous.

"£25m as a price tag for him - not a chance. You'd have to be insane, Tottenham. First off, I don't think they should sell him anyway. Have two terrific players for every position, that would be the best way to do it. But £25m, they signed him for a £20m package. He's got three years left on his contract, and he's just had a mega World Cup. Just no, don't do it."

Tottenham Close to Completing Arsenal Transfer Hijack

Reports on Wednesday morning suggest that Tottenham are now close to completing a transfer hijack on arch-rivals Arsenal to sign exciting West Ham United teenager Isaac Allen.

The Gunners are said to have pursued the England U15 captain for 'weeks', but now Spurs are confident that they have won the race for his signature.

It would be another transfer coup for Tottenham, but there will also be concern about how they are selling some of their best young talents, including Vuskovic, Lankshear and Tyran Thompson, who has completed a move to Manchester United.

Tottenham are close to beating Arsenal to the signing of a West Ham midfielder, despite the Gunners actively pursuing him for weeks.

Tottenham and Arsenal have been shopping in a similar market in the summer transfer window, which might come as a surprise with Spurs not having European football.

Roberto De Zerbi's side have been incredibly ambitious in the market, which has led to them beating top clubs to the likes of Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.

All right, this summer has seen a host of academy players move between clubs, with Elijah Upson even leaving Spurs to join Arsenal.

Now Tottenham are looking to get revenge on Arsenal by beating them to the signing of a West Ham youngster.

Tottenham close to Arsenal hijack

According to journalist Isaan Khan, Tottenham are close to beating Arsenal to the signing of West Ham midfielder Isaac Allen in the summer transfer window.

The Gunners were actively pursuing the new midfielder for weeks, but Tottenham are now confident of getting a deal over the line.

Unfortunately, for clubs like West Ham, they are often powerless to keep some of their young talents, especially when big clubs like Tottenham and Arsenal enter the race.

With players not tied down to professional contracts, clubs can come in and swoop them for a nominal fee.

Tottenham losing plenty of young talent

It's no surprise that Tottenham are looking to poach young talent, as they are already losing lots of young players in the summer transfer window.

Luka Vuskovic has already made the move to Brighton, while a deal has been agreed for Will Lankshear to join Middlesbrough on a permanent deal.

Alfie Devine has also completed a permanent move to Preston North End, while Tynan Thompson has joined Manchester United.

As a result, Tottenham are going to need to bring in young talent themselves, with their primary focus in the window so far being on signing senior players.

Al Hilal have agreed a £68m deal with West Ham United to sign winger Crysencio Summerville, GIVEMESPORT understands.

The Netherlands winger was expected to leave the Hammers this summer following their relegation to the Championship, after a string of impressive performances in the Premier League and at the World Cup.

Serie A giants AS Roma had been the most advanced for a deal, having two bids rejected by West Ham, and having made a third bid on Tuesday, but they have now been gazumped by the Saudi Pro League outfit after they made a huge offer.

Sources: Al Hilal Hijack Summerville Deal

Summerville, who has been described as 'elite', has emerged as a strong target for a number of clubs in this window, including Manchester United who held exploratory talks last month, and Tottenham Hotspur, who are keen to bolster their attack.

But Saudi side Al Hilal made an initial approach to Summerville as early as May, GMS understands, with Summerville keen to assess the options he had in Europe first. They have now agreed a deal worth €80m (£68m) with West Ham to complete the move.

Roma had tabled a third bid worth €46m earlier in the day, and had asked for clarity within 24 hours. But Al Hilal tabled their offer, including a significant contract offer to the player, which has convinced him to move to the Middle East, and he now has permission to undergo a medical.

Summerville enjoyed a fine individual campaign in 2025/26 as he scored seven goals and registered five assists in all competitions, but he couldn't stop West Ham from being relegated on the final day of the season.

He was then called up as part of Ronald Koeman's Netherlands squad at the World Cup, where he scored twice in four appearances before they crashed out at the Round of 32 to Mexico on penalties, with the 24-year-old missing in the shootout.

Summerville Premier League Interest Cooled

Man Utd and Spurs were among the sides showing a strong interest in Summerville during the window, but their interest had cooled in recent weeks as a result of other situations.

United were unlikely to make a move unless Marcus Rashford departed Old Trafford, but the 28-year-old looks set to stay as things stand, and is expected to return for pre-season after a short holiday following the World Cup.

Tottenham Hotspur have made a formal £70m bid for Manchester City forward Savinho, according to Italian journalist Luca Cerchione.

Spurs have had an impressive window so far to date with six new arrivals in Roberto De Zerbi's squad, with all of Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dubravka, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes, and Sandro Tonali arriving.

The club have begun to start looking at potential departures, but they are also keen to add some forwards to the squad to continue their rebuild, and they have now made their move for their top target.

Tottenham Make Savinho Bid

Savinho, who has been described as 'incredible', has been earmarked as the club's top priority to strengthen the attack, with Roberto De Zerbi a huge fan of the Brazil international.

The club were close to a deal to sign the 22-year-old last summer, but Man City blocked the move after Pep Guardiola made the decision to keep him, and then he signed a new long-term contract.

But after managing just one goal in all competitions, the Cityzens have now opened the door to his exit this summer, and Spurs are ready to step up their interest once more.

According to one report, the club have now made a formal bid worth £70m, ast ehy look to accelerate the deal in the coming days to get the player in as part of their pre-season squad.

Savinho has already agreed personal terms ahead of a move to north London, and it's believed that a deal is likely to be agreed imminently, with City's valuation not far off what has now reportedly been offered.

Savinho Deal Big for Spurs

Savinho may not be the marquee name that many Tottenham fans want to add to their attack, considering the huge money spent already and the reported fee for this deal.

But the Brazilian winger is a supremely talented forward, who has all the attributes to excel under De Zerbi and in a Spurs side that has got an abundance of talent already in it.

De Zerbi has a clear vision of how he wants his team to look and play, and with Savinho a key part of that team, he will have a much better chance of being able to implement it, and also help the team climb up the table.

Tottenham are about to bank a transfer windfall as they look to balance their summer spending at least a little. Spurs have been the Premier League's biggest spenders so far this summer, splashing out more than £235million to improve their squad so far, and there is still more to come.

Jan Paul van Hecke, Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes followed a few smart signings early in the window, and Roberto De Zerbi can already look forward to calling upon a much stronger squad next season. De Zerbi will be expected to lead Tottenham into Europe given the level of spending, and an attacking signing or two is still likely before the end of the window.

Tottenham close to sealing significant cash boost

Spurs have the space to spend this summer as far as Profit and Sustainability Rules are concerned, but it is a wise idea to balance the spending where possible to prevent future spending being restricted. Sales are expected this summer, with Cristian Romero and Guglielmo Vicario expected to leave, while Lucas Bergvall is also being linked with an exit. Luka Vuskovic has already left on a big-money move to Brighton.

The next to leave looks to be 21-year-old striker Will Lankshear, who now looks set to join Middlesbrough. Fabrizio Romano posted on X: "Will Lankshear leaves Tottenham and joins Middlesbrough, medical today and all sealed between clubs. Permanent move from #THFC, as @AlasdairGold reported."

Lankshear joined Spurs for around £2million from Sheffield United, and Alasdair Gold now suggests Boro are paying £14million that could rise to £20million, banking Spurs a huge profit whether those add-ons are ultimately activated or not.

Lankshear spent last season on loan with Oxford United, where he will have caught Boro's attention, scoring 11 times.

Lankshear could 'go to the top'

Lankshear did get some opportunities for Spurs under Angie Postecoglou, who said after his debut: “Will was good. We kind of brought him in this last week. He’s looked bright in training. He worked hard. He’s had a very good year last year and it’s about rewarding him for that. It’s about coming on and making an impact. He did well and he took his goal well.”

Oxford boss Matt Bloomfield said last season that Lankshear could 'go to the top' after he impressed in the Championship despite his youth. He said after one game: “That’s Will – one between the posts, and one from outside the box. He’s got such a strong side-foot finish.

“I’ve seen him do that curler one where he just bends it multiple times on the training ground and probably the biggest surprise is that it’s taken until today for one to come out in a game. His finishing, dedication to his craft and single-minded desire to be the best he can be, I think he’s a credit to himself. There’s so much to admire about him, and he’s going to go to the top.”

Tottenham Hotspur are intent on testing Bournemouth's resolve over striker Eli Junior Kroupi, although they have now identified two potential alternatives to the Frenchman, according to TEAMtalk.

Kroupi enjoyed an outstanding debut campaign in the Premier League last season, scoring 13 goals in 33 appearances for the Cherries as they qualified for the Europa League. This fruitful season has prompted clubs across Europe to observe the 20-year-old closely, and Spurs are now actively trying to sign him.

However, Bournemouth remain adamant that the teenager is not for sale, with prices in and around the £85million mark mooted as the type of fee that may prompt them to consider sanctioning his departure.

While the Lilywhites haven't given up hope of landing Kroupi, they are preparing moves for alternative targets in case they can't pull off this blockbuster deal for the former Lorient man.

Tottenham considering moves for Asllani and Tresoldi

Spurs are on the hunt for a striker this summer, with Richarlison's future uncertain and Dominic Solanke struggling for fitness and form last term.

TEAMtalk report that Hoffenheim forward Fisnik Asllani has emerged as a target on the North London club's radar. Asllani scored 11 goals and provided eight assists last season across all competitions for the German club, sparking Tottenham's interest.

While Barcelona and RB Leipzig are also said to have tracked the Kosovan's progress in recent years, Spurs have actively contacted Hoffenheim about the player's availability in recent weeks.

Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi is another name under consideration. The German netted 23 times and registered seven assists last season for the Belgian outfit.

TEAMtalk suggest Spurs have carried out background work on Tresoldi, although they face stiff competition from Roma, Atletico Madrid, Borussia Dortmund and Arsenal for his signature.

Deals for either player shouldn't be too difficult for Spurs to pull off, although Kroupi remains the preferred option.

Spurs should move for Nicolo Tresoldi

Kroupi is arguably the most promising young striker in Europe at the moment, although Bournemouth are seemingly staunch in their stance that they won't cash in on the starlet this summer, unless Spurs fork out an unreasonable fee.

For that reason, Tottenham ought to accelerate a move for one of their alternative targets. The new season starts in just over a month, and the Lilywhites likely have limited funds left in their budget after spending big money on Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, so they should stop wasting their time on Kroupi.

Roberto De Zerbi's team needs goals, so Tresoldi seems to be the most sensible purchase they could make. Significantly more prolific than Asllani, albeit in a less challenging league, the Brugge star is just 21 and has shown a capacity to lead the line for a team in the Champions League.

Tottenham are said to have made contact over the signing of a winger, but they will have been left stunned by the asking price they have received. Spurs have already spent a record total this summer, splashing out more than £230million, which has largely been made up of the Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke deals.

But there is more to come from Spurs, who still want to improve their attack this summer, having spent much of the summer improving their defence and midfield. A winger signing is now the North London club's priority, and they have reportedly enquired about a World Cup star.

Spurs left stunned by Andreas Schjelderup asking price

Norway standout Andreas Schjelderup has begun to attract interest after an impressive World Cup and equally impressive club season with Benfica. The Lisbon giants, who were led by José Mourinho last season, went unbeaten despite missing out on the league title, and Schjelderup scored 10 and assisted seven times across all competitions, and that form saw him land a World Cup spot with Norway, which he was far from sure to get. The 22-year-old reached the quarter-final with Norway, and he notably scored the opening goal against England.

According to TeamTalk, Tottenham have now reached out to Benfica to find out if they can sign Schjelderup this summer, but they have received a bold asking price. It's claimed Benfica want at least £68million for their young star, who has two years remaining on his current deal.

Schjelderup is said to want a Premier League move, but clubs are unlikely to pay £68million for such a young and relatively unproven players, meaning a deal next year, when the winger will only have one year remaining on his deal, is a more likely time for a deal.

Mourinho's praise for Schjelderup turnaround

Now former Benfica boss Mourinho was very critical of Schjelderup early on, claiming he couldn't keep up with the physical demands of playing at Benfica's level. But come the end of the season, Mourinho acknowledged how the winger had turned things around.

"Look, I spoke to him yesterday or the day before and said that he had a lot of reasons to be very proud of himself," he said.

"Comparing the Schjelderup of months ago with the Schjelderup of today is impossible. There's no point of comparison, the only thing that's the same is that boyish face... He's still unshaven, his face is the same, that baby face is the same.

"Neither from a physical point of view, nor from a tactical point of view, nor from a mental point of view, there's nothing comparable. I'd say that this kid, if he continues to develop in this way, will surely be a real talent and I'd say a great, great, great talent."