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Tottenham have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Sandro Tonali this summer.

Spurs have had a busy start to the summer transfer window, signing three new defenders and bringing in a goalkeeper already and they are not done there.

Head coach Roberto De Zerbi has moved his transfer business further up the pitch, with Tottenham in talks to sign both Tonali and West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes.

Tottenham have already had an offer in the region of £75million rejected by Newcastle for the Italian and the Lilywhites are preparing to go back in with a new offer for the 26-year-old.

Spurs have already agreed terms with Tonali

Reports have suggested that personal terms will not be an issue, with Tottenham reportedly already agreeing to a £200,000-a-week contract with Tonali.

However, the biggest problem - aside from agreeing a fee with Newcastle - appeared to be the competition Spurs would face in trying to complete a deal.

Manchester City have also been linked with a move for Tonali, although their initial focus was on getting a deal over the line to sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.

That transfer finally looks set to go through, after City agreed on a £116million move to sign Anderson, with add-ons taking that figure past the British transfer record Liverpool paid Newcastle for Alexander Isak last summer.

With question marks over the long-term future of Rodri at the Etihad Stadium, City, under new manager Enzo Maresca, will be looking for added reinforcements and Tonali is seen as the perfect candidate, despite the similarly large price tag on his shoulders compared with Anderson.

City are keen to have conversations with Newcastle over a move to sign Tonali, with an offer in the region of £95million being readied by the Citizens, according to Spanish publication Marca.

Man City plot alternative transfer move

However, City may well have turned their attentions elsewhere, due to Spurs' long-standing pursuit of Tonali.

According to the Athletic, City are now looking at making a move to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi, the 18-year-old Moroccan who has been shining at the 2026 World Cup in America, Canada and Mexico so far this summer.

The Athletic report states that "Sandro Tonali is of interest but he has an offer from Tottenham - which is another factor influencing the interest in Bouaddi".

Spurs will be keen to get Tonali to sign on the dotted ine and continue the transfer revolution going on under De Zerbi.

Tottenham Hotspur are wasting no time in the transfer market this summer as they look to put last season's woes well and truly behind them.

Spurs narrowly avoided relegation from the Premier League as the March appointment of Roberto De Zerbi proved enough to guide the north London outfit towards safety.

Now, the Italian is looking to build the squad he inherited in his image. Already, Tottenham have spent £52million on Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton and Hove Albion, as well as picking up Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi on free transfers.

Spurs' intent to spend this window has been made clear from their pursuit of Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, who is expected to cost a significant fee. Now, it looks as though the saga may be edging towards a conclusion.

Tottenham 'advancing' in push for Tonali

According to BBC Sport reporter Sami Mokbel, Tottenham are "advancing in their efforts" to sign Tonali from Newcastle and "are growing in confidence" that they can complete a deal for the Italian.

Reports in Italy have already suggested that Spurs have agreed personal terms with the midfielder worth £200,000 per week and now the final negotiation is regarding the financial package with Newcastle.

The Lilywhites saw a £75million bid rejected earlier this month and GIVEMESPORT understands that they are expected to return with an improved offer, but Newcastle are targeting a total package of £100million in order to sanction a deal. However, it is also understood that Tottenham are willing to increase their offer to £85million and believe that will be enough to sign the 26-year-old.

Tonali would be a statement signing

Tottenham are looking to make a statement signing this summer and swooping for Tonali would certainly merit that.

The Italian has become one of the best defensive midfielders in the Premier League during his three seasons at Newcastle, totalling 110 appearances for the Magpies.

Spurs need reinforcements in the middle of the park with Yves Bissouma leaving the club upon the expiry of his contract. Additionally, although not a like-for-like, Joao Palhinha has returned to Bayern Munich following his loan spell at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and isn't expected to return. Meanwhile, Xavi Simons is expected to be sidelined until the New Year with an ACL injury.

Europa League triumph in 2025 aside, the last two seasons have been miserable for Tottenham fans following back-to-back 17th place finishes in the Premier League. However, spending a significant transfer fee on one of the best midfielders in the Premier League and taking him from a club expected to be a rival in the race for Europe this season would be a real statement of intent.

Tottenham Hotspur have made contact over a deal to sign Como playmaker Martin Baturina, according to journalist Matteo Moretto.

Tottenham and Roberto De Zerbi want to make wholesale changes to the squad this summer to ensure they don't repeat successive 17th-place finishes in the Premier League again next season.

Spurs have laid down a marker to their top flight rivals with the business they have already done, bringing in Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka on free transfers, and Jan Paul van Hecke for a fee of £52m.

It looks as though their most impressive business is still to come though, as De Zerbi eyes an ambitious double deal to sign Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes from Newcastle United and West Ham United respectively.

Signing both would be a real statement of intent and would send out a message that the north Londoners mean business next term, given the duo have been targets for some of the very biggest clubs in the Premier League.

As well as midfield, Tottenham are also looking to make additions in attack too, with Randal Kolo Muani already returning to PSG following an underwhelming loan spell, and doubts over the futures of players like Richarlison.

Tottenham Ask for Information on Baturina Deal

According to Moretto, speaking on the Fabrizio Romano in Italiano channel on YouTube, the Croatia international is another Como player attracting interest from big clubs across Europe, just like teammate Nico Paz.

Baturina is said to be attracting interest from teams in the Premier League and the Bundesliga, with Moretto confirming that Tottenham and Aston Villa have both asked for information on a deal to sign the 23-year-old.

The English duo would face big competition for Baturina's signature though, with Bayern Munich also showing interest in the Croatian playmaker.

The journalist adds that, as of today, Como are unwilling to sell the player as they want him to be part of their project and star for them in the Champions League next season.

The Serie A side are said to value the Croatian star at €80m (£70m), should they decide to sell, according to Sky Sports journalist Gianluca Di Marzio earlier this summer.

Doubts Raised Over James Maddison's Future?

If Tottenham did sign both Tonali and Fernandes, they would surely take the two central midfield spots in De Zerbi's lineup, leaving one spot for another more advanced midfielder ahead of them.

James Maddison would be the favourite to fill the role despite spending almost a year on the sidelines through injury, given the form and leadership he has shown in that position previously.

Bringing in someone like Baturina for big money would raise doubts over Maddison's long-term future though, given the Croatian would be expecting to start more often than not if he did make the move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

De Zerbi also needs to find space in his XI for others like Dejan Kulusevski, while Lucas Bergvall could leave after making it clear he sees his future elsewhere following the appointment of De Zerbi.

Tottenham appear to be facing some potential difficulty in landing a deal for Sandro Tonali this summer, as Marca reports that a rival is preparing a bid for the midfielder.

Spurs have been pushing to land the Italian international this summer as part of a major midfield overhaul, with the expectation of two possible arrivals in the central ranks in the coming weeks.

Talks are ongoing to sign Mateus Fernandes from West Ham, with intense competition from Manchester United for his signature along with a host of other clubs such as PSG and Real Madrid.

However, it's Tonali that Tottenham have accelerated their interest in. Spurs have already agreed personal terms on a huge £275,000-a-week contract, per reports, and are looking to close an agreement with Newcastle to land him.

The Magpies are believed to be holding out for £100 million to facilitate an exit, a fee that clubs are looking to dwindle down to a slightly more affordable price.

But now, Spurs face the possibility of a hijack with a first offer being prepared by their rivals.

Man City Ready Sandro Tonali Offer

While Tottenham have been in hot pursuit of Tonali, there has been interest from rivals Arsenal and Manchester City for the midfielder as well this summer.

However, with the former backing out and the latter landing Elliot Anderson for £116 million, it seemed as though the path had cleared for Spurs to seal a deal with relative comfort.

Now, however, Marca reports that Man City are lining up a huge bid to try and tempt Newcastle to part ways with their midfield maestro in the coming weeks.

It's claimed that a bid in the region of €110m (£95m) is being prepared by the club, who are keen to add Tonali next to Anderson as part of a new-look midfield pairing.

It comes as a huge potential blow to Tottenham, and as a possible hijack for the North London side, who may need to change their approach in negotiations with Newcastle in the transfer market.

The amount prepared by Man City is not set to meet the valuation set by the Magpies, which may see them reject a sale, but would only further reinforce how much Spurs may need to pay to land him.

Tottenham's Challenging Market

Tottenham have done well in the market so far, landing four signings who will help bring some strength in depth across the whole of the squad.

The challenge was always going to come when other teams get involved for signings, especially if they hold the advantage in a potential battle.

Man City could offer more than Spurs, if they wish to, while there is also a certain guarantee of trophy opportunities and a chance to impress in the Champions League.

That is tough for Tottenham to compete with, and underlines how difficult the market could be for the club moving forward into areas, such as the midfield and forward lines.

It remains to be seen whether they can convince Tonali that N17 is the best place for him, but it will be a monumental task if Man City do push ahead with a bid.

Tottenham Hotspur may have moved one step closer to landing another dream Roberto De Zerbi transfer target after offering him £7.3m per year to join the club.

Tottenham chiefs and De Zerbi are clearly doing everything to not only ensure they don't find themselves in a Premier League relegation scrap again next season, but that they are actually competing in and around the top six again.

That is the level of ambition they are showing in the summer transfer window so far, with Andy Robertson, Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka already signing on at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Spurs are far from done there even though their backline is coming together, with a focus on strengthening their midfield and attack next ahead of next season.

Tottenham are being linked with many forwards including Marcus Rashford and Savinho, who Fabrizio Romano reports they are in talks with Manchester City to sign.

However, midfield seems to be the priority right now, with De Zerbi showing huge ambition with the players he wants to join to bolster the engine room.

Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali has been their number one target for the position, but the Italian manager wants West Ham's Mateus Fernandes alongside him too next term.

Tottenham Offer Mateus Fernandes £7.3m-Per-Year Contract

While Tottenham remain intent on a big-money deal to prise Tonali away from St James' Park, they are also involved in an intense battle with Manchester United for Fernandes.

According to Claret & Hugh, both clubs are said to have reached an agreement on personal terms with the player, who is open to joining whichever club can agree a fee with the Hammers.

The report claims that Spurs have offered a deal worth approximately £140,000-a-week (£7.3m per year) to the Portugal international to convince him to move across the capital, with the 21-year-old's salary dropping to £30,000-a-week from £60,000-a-week following the club's relegation to the Championship.

A deal isn't close yet though, with either club yet to make a formal offer for the 'superstar' midfielder, who West Ham are determined to get £80-85m for.

Perhaps things will move once the SCR deadline passes on Tuesday.

Tottenham Offer West Ham Fernandes Swap Deal

According to ExWHUEmployee, Tottenham are offering players in exchange to try and help get a deal over the line for Fernandes.

Spurs and United both seem reluctant to reach West Ham's £85m valuation as things stand, so offering players as part of any offer will help to reduce the fee.

Of course, the Irons also need to be tempted by what is being offered to them, with Mikey Moore one of the names mentioned.

Tottenham surely won't want to lose the talented 18-year-old permanently following an impressive year on loan with Rangers, but also De Zerbi has shown that he prefers experience to youth, with Lucas Bergvall already deciding he needs to go following the club's interest in Tonali and Fernandes.

A loan exit for Moore could be a possibility then, and he could be seen as a player who could really boost West Ham's chances of securing an immediate return to the Premier League.

Tottenham Hotspur are progressing in their pursuit of Sandro Tonali and have now reached a key agreement with the midfielder, according to reports in Italy.

Spurs have been strongly linked with a move for the Newcastle United midfielder this summer and saw an initial £75million bid rejected by the Magpies earlier this month.

GIVEMESPORT understands that Tottenham plan to return with an improved offer but Newcastle want a total package of £100million for the Italian in order to sanction a deal.

Sky Sports Italy have also reported that Tonali has already 'said yes' to Spurs and now it appears as though the Lilywhites have made a fresh breakthrough.

Spurs Agree Terms With Tonali

According to Italian outlet Sport Mediaset, Tonali has agreed a six-year contract with Tottenham worth €12million a year (£200,000-a-week), including bonuses. However, their reporter Orazio Accomando has added that there is yet to be an agreement between Newcastle and Spurs regarding a fee, but the north London outfit hope to have a deal wrapped up this week.

It is claimed that Tonali is earning £8million-a-year at Newcastle and so would be getting a significant pay rise at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Spurs now need to finalise an agreement with Newcastle over the fee and how it will be paid. GIVEMESPORT understands Tottenham are willing to increase their proposal to £85million with potential add-ons on top of that, which could convince Newcastle to sell.

The north Londoners face competition in the race to sign Tonali, with Manchester City also strongly linked with the 26-year-old, despite their agreement with Nottingham Forest to sign Elliot Anderson for £116million plus add-ons.

Roberto De Zerbi Leading Spurs Summer Spree

After a disastrous season last term which almost saw the Lilywhites relegated from the Premier League, Roberto De Zerbi is now leading a reshape of the squad he inherited.

Already, Tottenham have signed Jan Paul van Hecke for £52million from Brighton while Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi have also arrived on free transfers.

GIVEMESPORT understands that Spurs want to make a statement signing this summer, which could be Tonali. However, they are also in talks with West Ham United over a deal for midfielder Mateus Fernandes who is also reportedly courting interest from Manchester United and Real Madrid, amongst others.

It will take more business this summer to guide Tottenham back towards the top end of the Premier League standings following back-to-back 17th-place finishes. They have made their intentions clear, though, and spending upwards of £80milliion on Tonali would be a serious statement of intent.

Tottenham Hotspur are conducting a clear-out after a difficult past season and they have reportedly made a decision over one of their forwards.

According to football.london, Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi has informed Manor Solomon that he isn't part of his plans. He is free to leave the Lilywhites after his loan at Fiorentina expired.

Solomon spent the first half of the campaign on loan at Villarreal in La Liga before heading to the Italian side in January. The Israeli attacker has found game time hard to come by throughout his time in North London.

Tottenham Ready to Offload Manor Solomon

Solomon joined Tottenham as a free agent in the summer of 2023 after leaving Ukrainian outfit Shakhtar Donetsk. He had caught the eye in Ukraine but has lacked first-team opportunities with the Lilywhites.

The 26-year-old has spent spells on loan at Leeds United, Fiorentina, and Villarreal. He has made just six appearances for his parent club and is now headed for the exit door.

De Zerbi's appointment is said to have given Solomon hope of potentially being handed a chance to win the coach over. The Italian has instead told the player to look for a move elsewhere.

There's no word on which clubs may be keen on signing the Israeli, given his availability, but Leeds were expected to try and sign him permanently last summer. He had also been on Crystal Palace's radar, but a late deal fell through once the Eagles decided to pull the plug.

A Mass Exodus is Anticipated

Solomon, previously dubbed "excellent" by Kevin De Bruyne, is one of several Spurs stars who will surely be shown the door by De Zerbi this summer. The club is focused on a major rebuild, and that includes offloading fringe players such as the Israeli attacker.

The transfer chiefs are already busy and have reunited De Zerbi with his former Brighton & Hove Albion defender Jan Paul van Hecke. A new attacker is on the wishlist, and the latest name to be linked is AS Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche.

Spurs are also overhauling De Zerbi's midfield and have set their sights on Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali. While their initial £75m bid has been rejected twice, the club remain focused on sealing a deal for the Italian midfielder.

Tottenham could be set for Premier League interest in one of their bright young stars this summer. Spurs are in the midst of a squad overhaul as they look to go from relegation candidates to European candidates.

Roberto De Zerbi is going to be handed big money to make changes to his squad, with the Italian likely securing promises from the Spurs higher-ups before even taking the job. Spurs have promised changes this summer after back-to-back bottom-half finishes, and they are now putting their money where their mouth is, already wrapping up four new signings in an impressively efficient window so far.

But mass signings are not always good news for existing players, and one player appears to want out.

Bergvall exit noise is not going away

One of Tottenham's brightest young talents, Lucas Bergvall, is now being heavily linked with a move away this summer. The attacking midfielder clearly has a lot of potential to reach, described as a 'generational talent' by Spurs scouting chief Robert Mackenzie, but it has been reported that his route to regular first-team football is now a clear one next season.

That could leave him to leave, and amid growing transfer links, he recently refused to comment on a move, sparking more speculation.

Bergvall, who is at the World Cup with Sweden, told reporters: "As I said: I’m fully focused on the World Cup.” He added: "I’m fully focusing on the World Cup. I’m here with Sweden, and we’re going to try to make a good impression in the U.S. Whatever happens after that, we’ll deal with it then. It’s been a tough season, as I said. But now the focus is on the World Cup and being here.”

In Bergvall's defence, 'refusing to rule out' a move, as it is often described, is treated similar to asking for a move by many, which doesn't feel particularly fair. Many international players turn off all communications to the club world during an international tournament, and such an approach worked well for Spain at the last Euros.

So, in all likelihood, Bergvall is being truthful with his stance in those comments, but it doesn't mean a move is not likely this summer. Ultimately, Spurs do have options in the number 10 role, and James Maddison is likely to be the starter there, while Xavi Simons will likely be the secondary option when he returns from injury, likely some time in the winter.

Forest could move for Bergvall this summer

If Bergvall is to leave, it is then about the possible suitors, and the Sweden international is likely to have options both in the Premier League and abroad. According to Ben Jacobs, one of the main Premier League options could be Nottingham Forest, who have the playmaker on their shortlist.

Jacobs posted on X: "Liverpool value Jones in the region of £40m, and it is unclear whether Forest are prepared to go that high. Liverpool are content to keep hold of Jones if their asking price is not met. Jones is heading into the final year of his contract but should he remain beyond this summer, talks over a new contract are not ruled out.

"Forest also have Spurs’ Lucas Bergvall high in their thinking. The Swedish midfielder has asked the club to leave as he seeks a new challenge."

Spurs will reportedly ask for £45million to sell Bergvall this summer.

Tottenham are now said to have slapped an asking price on one of their starters as they look to top up their transfer kitty. Spurs are expected to spend big this summer as they look to give Roberto De Zerbi every chance of turning a relegation-fighting team into one capable of qualifying for Europe.

De Zerbi managed to keep Spurs in the Premier League, but it's likely he made sure he was promised a significant summer budget before even taking the job. To their credit, the Spurs chiefs are backing up those promises, with four signings already wrapped up between Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke.

More are likely to arrive, but Spurs are going to need to balance the budget at least a little.

Vicario on his way out of Tottenham this summer

Spurs are expected to sell Guglielmo Vicario this summer, with the Italian said to be keen on returning to Italy. Vicario has been a central part of Tottenham's efforts over the last few years, and you could see how much the club's survival meant to him at the end of last season as he celebrated with De Zerbi from the bench.

But he is now looking for a new opportunity, and Spurs are willing to play ball to welcome in some cash this summer. Juventus are said to be the primary interested party, while Inter Milan have also been linked in the past.

And according to Football Insider, Spurs are 'fully expecting' to sell Vicario this summer, asking for £20million. That would represent a £3million profit on the Italian for Spurs.

De Zerbi has already signed Dubravka this summer, and he also has Antonin Kinsky, who impressed him towards the end of last season. Kinsky played a key role in Tottenham's survival, pulling off a number of top saves in Vicario's absence through injury, and he will likely have the opportunity to fight for a number one with Dubravka next season.

Vicario cash injection could help Spurs

Tottenham have already spent big to land Van Hecke this summer, and they are going to continue to spend big for the rest of the summer. Spurs are looking at spending at least £80million to sign Mateus Fernandes from West Ham, while Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali is also said to be a possible alternative target.

The North London club need a striker this summer, and they are likely to add depth to another position or two beyond that. Sales will be important to fund that mission to overhaul the squad, and £20million for Vicario will certainly help top up the coffers.

Tottenham Hotspur look set to be one of the Premier League's biggest spenders during this summer's transfer window.

After the Lilywhites avoided relegation on the final day of last season, Roberto De Zerbi is focused on building a squad that can compete for European qualification this time around. He has already been reunited with his former Brighton & Hove Albion defender Jan Paul van Hecke, who joined in a £52million deal.

De Zerbi is particularly keen to improve his midfield options, and the North Londoners have set their sights on Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali. They have failed to persuade the Magpies to sell the Italian with two £75million bids so far.

Tonali appears to be Spurs' top target, but a new attacker is also on the wishlist despite James Maddison's return from injury. Xavi Simons arrived last summer, but an ACL injury means he's likely to be out of action until 2027.

Tottenham Ready to Battle PSG for Akliouche

Tottenham have reportedly reignited their interest in AS Monaco attacking gem Maghnes Akliouche, per Football Insider. The versatile 24-year-old is in high demand and Paris Saint-Germain are thought to be leading the race.

The report claims that Spurs have asked to be kept informed of Akliouche's situation and he is expected to leave Monaco. He starred at Stade Louis II last season, registering seven goals and 11 assists in 43 games across all competitions.

Akliouche, dubbed "magic", had been on the Lilywhites' shortlist last summer, but the club opted to sign Simons instead. De Zerbi is eager to add more depth to his squad, and Maddison will eventually need to be replaced.

Tonali Should be the Priority for Spurs

Akliouche has enjoyed a meteoric rise at Monaco and earned a call-up to the France squad for the World Cup. Talk over his club future has taken hold during the international tournament in North America.

French outlet Foot Mercato (via TEAMtalk) claim that the player has already 'agreed' to join PSG. That doesn't rule Spurs out of the race because a fee still has to be agreed and the Premier League club can offer him guaranteed first-team football.

Akliouche is reportedly valued at £52million, although a potential bidding war could push the fee to £61million. He has two years left on his contract with Monaco, where he's spent his entire career.

Spurs have already shown they are willing to splash the cash this summer, and the French star is definitely an exciting talent. That said, they could be looking at forking out £85million for Tonali, which will take a large chunk out of their transfer budget.