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Tottenham are stepping up their interest in transfer targets, as a report from BILD claims that a winger is back on the club's radar for this summer.

Spurs have already wasted no time in trying to strengthen Roberto De Zerbi's squad, adding the free signings of Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, while progress is being made to try and sign Savinho and Jan Paul van Hecke.

However, after the head coach claimed that "only ten to 12" players were good enough to play for the Lilywhites, there is still work to be done.

That is why Tottenham continue to push forward with a few other key moves, with a winger seemingly on the shortlist for a switch this summer.

Jean-Matteo Bahoya Transfer Move

According to a report from BILD, via Sports Witness, Tottenham are described as "particularly interested" in a move to sign Jean-Matteo Bahoya from Eintracht Frankfurt this summer.

It comes as the Bundesliga outfit are looking to raise funds in the transfer market, with the 21-year-old winger listed as one of three players who could be available in the coming weeks.

North London rivals Arsenal were linked with a potential move for Bahoya, but the report suggests that the Gunners may well have walked away from a move.

The French winger has impressed over the past season, with promising performances in the Bundesliga and the Champions League, suggesting he could become even better in the future.

Bahoya has been described as "unbelievably fast", potentially adding an injection of pace that Tottenham need in the forward line moving forward.

That said, it remains to be seen whether an offer will be lodged in the coming days and weeks of the market.

Tottenham Transfer Challenge

While Bahoya may be a promising option for Tottenham, the priority has to be on improving the base quality of the team, not the potential for the future.

Spurs have plenty of young players who could become great, but miss that consistent quality that can often be found with the stars who have experience, particularly in the Premier League.

This approach in signing the likes of Robertson, Senesi, and Van Hecke shows that the club know this, but the same must come from the forward areas.

Manchester United used this effectively last year, with the signings of Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha for the forward line.

While Savinho has some experience, he still lands more on the side of potential, meaning that Spurs should look to land more immediate forward quality.

Bournemouth do not intend to sell any of their prized assets this summer, having seen head coach Andoni Iraola and defender Marcos Senesi leave the club at the end of their contracts on the south coast.

The Cherries qualified for European competition for the first time in the club's history this season, finishing sixth in the Premier League thanks to ending the season 18 games unbeaten to make it into the UEFA Europa League.

At the heart of that were a number of impressive young players - Eli Junior Kroupi, Rayan, Alex Scott, Adrien Truffert chief among them.

Midfielder Scott has garnered a lot of interest from other Premier League teams already this summer, despite the transfer window not yet being open.

Scott played a massive role for Bournemouth this season

The 22-year-old enjoyed a fine campaign at the Vitality Stadium, scoring three goals and assisting one from central midfield. He was trusted by Iraola, starting 34 of the Cherries' 38 Premier League matches, only missing the final game of the season after not being named in the squad.

Scott, who former Bristol City manager Nigel Pearson said was "destined for the elite", has only two years left on his current contract at Bournemouth, with Cherries officials keen to tie him down to a longer-term deal. However, they will face a battle to keep hold of him, with the likes of Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham all linked with making a move to sign him this summer.

United are in the market for at least two new central midfielders this summer, with Ederson expected to be the first through the door from Atalanta. Liverpool and Spurs may also move for midfield options as the summer goes on, too.

And all three clubs have been told how much it will cost to sign the midfielder this summer, if he does not put pen-to-paper on a new contract at the club.

Scott has a big price tag on his shoulders

GIVEMESPORT understands that Bournemouth value the player at around £80million.

Bournemouth owner Bill Foley is intent on keeping Scott with the hope that he will sign a new contract, likely with a release clause. This was the case when Antoine Semenyo extended last summer.

Roy Keane has been impressed by the midfielder, saying earlier this season: "I’ve watched him a few times and he’s an exciting player. He looks very comfortable on the ball, possesses real quality, and you can see why there’s a lot of interest in him. He doesn't look fazed by the occasion at all."

It would be "absolutely insane" for Tottenham to sanction one rumoured transfer exit, according to football.london correspondent Alasdair Gold.

Spurs have already confirmed one signing this summer, before the transfer window has even opened, with Andy Robertson arriving in north London from Liverpool on a free.

Marcos Senesi is set to follow him, with a four-year deal agreed in N17 following his departure from Bournemouth, also on a free.

Tottenham have also seen two bids for Jan Paul van Hecke rejected by Brighton & Hove Albion, as they look to further bolster their defence, with club captain Cristian Romero likely to leave this summer.

Van de Ven will not be leaving Tottenham

There had been rumours about Micky van de Ven potentially leaving before Roberto De Zerbi came in as the club's new permanent head coach at the end of March, but GIVEMESPORT understands the Dutchman is now happy to stay and could sign a new deal with the club.

There remain suggestions that highly-rated teen defender Luka Vuskovic could leave Tottenham though. The 19-year-old spent this season on loan with Hamburg in the Bundesliga and won the league's young player of the season award.

He has admitted he would like to stay at Hamburg and play alongside his brother Mario, who is currently serving a doping suspension. There have even been reports that Spurs could sell the teenager without having played a game for the club.

Bayern Munich have also been linked with a move for the talented 19-year-old, who scored six league goals from defence this season and reports have suggested the player would be open to leaving Tottenham.

Spurs player who will be better than van Hecke

Gold finds any question of Vuskovic departing the north London club permanently preposterous.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, he said: "Everyone I've spoken to said Vuskovic has got way higher ceiling than van Hecke. Van Hecke is a very good Premier League player, but Vuskovic can be, in the words of Thomas Frank, a top, top, top player in world football, and I know there's some suggestions that Spurs, you know, maybe would accept a bid for him this summer. That would be insane! That would be absolutely insane!

"You don't sign a player of that much talent, and then everyone else sees that talent, wants to sign him, and then you go, 'yeah, we don't need him'. Yes, you do need him, whether it is now or in the future, you need potentially world-class players, and that is what people are saying about Vuskovic. He will reach that level, so no way on earth, that would be the stupidest transfer."

It's all systems go at Manchester United in the transfer market, despite the summer window not yet being open.

The Red Devils are closing in on a deal to sign Ederson from Atalanta, with at least one other central midfielder to follow suit at Old Trafford.

United will be looking for players on the left-hand side too, with a left-back and left winger on the wishlist, while another striker could arrive if Joshua Zirkzee leaves the club.

With Harry Maguire putting pen-to-paper on a new contract this summer, Manchester United are not actively looking for centre-back reinforcements, but they have been linked with a move to sign Tottenham club captain Cristian Romero in recent days.

Romero set to leave Tottenham this summer

However, GIVEMESPORT understands that reports of a move for the Argentinian are wide of the mark. GMS understands that United are not actively pursuing a central defender at this stage of the summer.

Their stance on signing a centre-back could change, of course, as the summer goes on, but right now, links with a move to sign Romero are wide of the mark.

Romero has been linked with United in the past and looks set to leave the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer.

GMS senior football correspondent Ben Jacobs said last month: "My information on Cristian Romero is he will depart...or at least there's a high likelihood of that. It would be a begrudging exit for Tottenham."

Spurs will look for at least £50million to sell Romero this summer, with the likes of Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid both having been linked with signing him.

He missed the end of the season with Tottenham after picking up a knee injury in the defeat to Sunderland, in what was Roberto De Zerbi's first game in charge. He has been named in Argentina's squad for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, however, and Tottenham officials will be hoping he enjoys a good tournament to bump his price tag up a bit higher.

Lionel Messi is a big fan of Cristian Romero

Lionel Messi once described Romero as the "best defender in the world", something that was backed up by compatriot Alexis Mac Allister, who snubbed club mate Virgil van Dijk when saying as much.

Spurs are already looking at replacements for the Argentine, with Romero's countryman Marcos Senesi set to be confirmed as their second signing of the summer on a free transfer from Bournemouth in the coming days.

Tottenham have also had two bids rejected by Brighton & Hove Albion for Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke. GMS understands Spurs will go back to the Seagulls with a third bid for the 26-year-old who worked under De Zerbi on the south coast.

Tottenham Hotspur have been incredibly active in the transfer market already this summer, with Roberto De Zerbi looking to make a major statement.

Spurs narrowly avoided relegation from the Premier League thanks to a 1-0 win over Everton on the final day of the season, and the Italian has now moved to strengthen the squad to ensure that is a situation they're not in again next season.

Andy Robertson has already been announced as the first signing of the new era, while Marcos Senesi is due to be announced imminently to strengthen the defence. Jan Paul van Hecke has also emerged as a target, with personal terms agreed despite two bids being rejected, and Man City star Savinho is advancing on a move, but another deal is now considered to be 'off'.

Tottenham Move for Summerville 'Off'

According to Dutch journalist Joost Blaauwhof, Tottenham's move for West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville is now 'off'.

The north London club are keen to bolster their forward options with Randal Kolo Muani's loan expiring, Richarlison expected to be sold, and Dejan Kulusevski, Wilson Odobert, and Xavi Simons all dealing with long-term knee injuries.

But with Savinho's move from Man City understood to be advancing, it's now reported that Summerville will not be moving across London at this stage.

Spurs were understood to be leading the race for the Netherlands winger, who is set to star at the World Cup in Ronald Koeman's side having earned a call-up despite West Ham's relegation to the Championship.

The club were ready to make a 'concrete offer' for the 24-year-old winger, but they have now stepped back in their interest. A number of clubs in Italy are understood to be showing an interest in Summerville, including Champions League side AS Roma, and they are now expected to be taking the lead in the race for his signature.

Tottenham Moving Aggressively in Market

Tottenham are pushing hard in the market to strengthen the squad for De Zerbi, and it seems that they have made their mind up on who they want to pursue as a forward option.

Savinho was the top target last summer and they convinced the player to join, only for City to block the move and get him to sign a new deal. But the Brazilian now looks set to depart this year, and Spurs are ready to get it done.

That lessens the need for Summerville to come in, and it makes sense that the club are now prioritising certain deals over others, rather than keeping their fingers in all the pies just for the sake of it.

Tottenham have wasted no time since the end of the season in making sure they have a squad ready to compete next season, as Fabrizio Romano reports on a fourth signing being worked on by the Lilywhites in a matter of weeks.

After narrowly avoiding Premier League relegation, Roberto De Zerbi called for improvement in the team with investment to be made in the summer transfer window.

Quick deals have been on the cards, as Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi agreed moves on a free transfer, to help improve the squad from the start.

Then there's been an ongoing saga with Jan Paul van Hecke, as Tottenham have made two bids for the defender, with expectations being that a third will be sent to Brighton soon.

While they are all exciting deals in their own right, Spurs may be closing in on another deal that could be even more exciting.

Savinho To Tottenham Excitement

Fabrizio Romano recently reported that Tottenham have revived their interest in Manchester City winger Savinho, after failing to land the forward last summer.

He claims that there are no issues expected between the player and Spurs when it comes to his desire to join, as well as the personal terms.

It remains to be seen whether an agreement can be reached with Man City over a final fee, but it's a move that signals even more progression for the Lilywhites.

While Van Hecke may be an exciting move, Savinho may be even better, due to the improvement he could bring to the forward ranks this summer.

Tottenham have been waiting for someone to take the left-wing role as their own ever since Heung-min Son left the club, with none of the current players able to cement the position as theirs.

In Savinho, Tottenham could have their long-term replacement in a star who has plenty of quality and trickery now, as well as room to grow further in the future.

While the team needs an uplift in defence, one of the main criticisms over the past year has been how boring the side has been to watch when they've been struggling.

Adding a player who has that creative spark, that drive to change a game, should bring some excitement back to Tottenham that is so desperately needed.

While there are doubts over whether Savinho can add some end product to his game, fans only need to look towards Pep Guardiola for a glowing review of the star.

Pep Guardiola On Savinho Quality

There are few who can judge players quite as well as Guardiola, and he gave quite the review of Savinho last year when reflecting on the winger at Man City.

"He [Savinho] is a player with incredible potential," the manager said. "We cannot forget he is so young. He needs to make more decisive actions in the final third... The moment he makes this step.... He will be an extraordinary player."

Much of that assessment is still true today, a player who has quality now, but needs that extra step to become one of the best in his position for the future.

If De Zerbi can add that to his game at Tottenham, he could be the next superstar at the club.

Manchester United are interested in signing Tottenham Hotspur star Cristian Romero and are preparing an offer, according to reliable journalist Gaston Edul.

The Red Devils are expected to have a busy summer transfer window, and have already agreed a deal with Atalanta to sign Brazil star Ederson to strengthen their midfield.

But it has now emerged that alongside their midfield refreshment, United are now looking at strenghtening their defensive options by bringing in a familiar face to Premier League fans.

Man Utd Prepare Romero Offer

Romero, who has been described as 'world-class', is expected to leave Spurs this summer after they narrowly avoided relegation to the Championship, despite him missing the end of the season with a knee injury picked up in April.

The centre-back is expected to feature for Argentina at this summer's World Cup, having been named in their final 26-man squad, but a move away from north London is still expected, with Roberto De Zerbi bringing in Marcos Senesi already, while bids have been made for Jan Paul van Hecke too to replace him.

Romero had been expected to leave the Premier League amid interest from Spain, but now it has been reported that Man Utd have entered the race and are preparing an offer for the 28-year-old.

United have handed Harry Maguire a new one-year contract following his performances in the 2025/26 campaign, while Lisandro Martinez is entering the final 12 months of his deal at Old Trafford too, although they have the option to extend by another year. Matthijs De Ligt, Leny Yoro, and Ayden Heaven are the other centre-back options at the club.

The former Juventus and Atalanta defender would bring great quality, leadership and aggression to the side, and it's claimed by his father that he has a £50m release clause in his contract after signing a new deal last summer.

Romero Arrival Would Split Fan Base

There is no doubting that on his day Romero is one of the best defenders in the Premier League, and maybe even world football. But it's also undeniable that he has major flaws in his game, including his temperament and discipline.

But at the highest level, sometimes that bite and edge is what separates the best, and in a team that is more competitive than Spurs, he may be able to get away from that and show his qualities.

De Ligt isn't expected to return until after the season has started, having not played since December, and Romero would be an upgrade on Maguire. If this is a deal that can be done for a fee below the regular market value because of a release clause, then it could be a masterstroke. But it wouldn't be a surprise to see fans upset, considering the priorities the squad need in other positions.

Tottenham Hotspur are in club-to-club talks with Brighton and Hove Albion over a deal for Jan Paul van Hecke, with a new meeting scheduled for this week, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Tottenham have got their summer off to a strong start with two full agreements for new signings reached a week before the transfer window even opens.

Andy Robertson's move is already confirmed after he left Liverpool following the expiry of his contract this summer, while he is set to be joined at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium by another free agent in Marcos Senesi, with an announcement on the Argentine's arrival expected imminently.

Spurs don't appear to be anywhere near done with those two deals though, and there could soon be another defender joining the club in Van Hecke, if Roberto De Zerbi and club chiefs have their way.

The north Londoners are also working on strengthening their attacking options after scoring just 48 goals in their 38 Premier League matches this season.

A Tottenham deal is on and progressing for Manchester City left-winger Savinho, according to Romano, while they are also reportedly considering a move for unhappy Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo with some long-term injury issues to deal with.

Van Hecke Wants to Join Tottenham

Tottenham aren't messing around when it comes to bolstering a defence that has conceded 183 goals across the previous three Premier League seasons.

With Robertson done and Senesi looking to be imminent, Spurs are now focused on getting a deal for Brighton star Van Hecke across the line.

According to Romano, posting on X on Monday, Tottenham remain in club-to-club talks with the Seagulls over a deal with new talks planned for this week.

The 26-year-old 'monster' has made it clear that he wants to link up with De Zerbi for a second time, with the Italian also wanting him at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for next season.

Separate reports from the centre-back's homeland claim that he has already agreed personal terms with the north Londoners, and he only wants to join them despite interest from other Premier League clubs.

Tottenham Defence Set for Major Transformation

With Robertson and Senesi set to arrive, the addition of Van Hecke would suggest there could be some big changes coming at the heart of Spurs' defence this summer.

De Zerbi's current options there are captain Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Kevin Danso and Radu Dragusin.

Should Senesi and Van Hecke both join, it would point to there being at least one exit coming up this summer, and potentially two.

Dragusin has been a bit-part player for a long time now so his exit wouldn't be too surprising, but you would suspect that one of Romero or Van de Ven would be on their way too.

The Spurs skipper has long been linked with a move away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and this may be the summer where he does go.

Tottenham Hotspur are in contact over a deal to sign unhappy Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, according to TEAMtalk.

Tottenham clearly mean business in the upcoming summer transfer window, which officially opens on June 15, with defence a clear priority.

Spurs have completed the signing of Premier League and Champions League winner Andy Robertson on a free transfer, with Marcos Senesi set to follow on a similar deal imminently after he left Bournemouth following the expiry of his contract.

The north Londoners are also working on a deal to sign another Premier League centre-back in Jan Paul van Hecke, with the player agreeing personal terms to join Tottenham and only wanting them, according to reports in his homeland.

Spurs have already had two bids rejected for the Netherlands international, but GIVEMESPORT senior correspondent Ben Jacobs claims that they plan to lodge a third bid, with sources close to a deal believing an agreement is reached.

Should Tottenham land all three, then attentions will turn to the other end of the pitch where they look to need reinforcements following the exit of Randal Kolo Muani following the end of his loan spell from Paris Saint-Germain.

Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert could both be out until 2027, or just before, leaving Roberto De Zerbi short of attacking options.

Tottenham Informed of Cody Gakpo Developments

One player Tottenham are in talks over a deal for is Cody Gakpo of Liverpool, according to TEAMtalk.

The Netherlands international was one of many Reds players whose performances this season declined following a Premier League title-winning 2024-25 campaign.

Gakpo is now said to be concerned about his role in the starting XI moving forward following the dismissal of Arne Slot, with talk that Rio Ngumoha could be preferred ahead of him, amid confirmed interest from Bayern Munich in the 17-year-old.

However, the club is not actively looking to sell their £250,000-a-week player, although he also isn't considered untouchable should a big offer arrive.

Gakpo would be in demand if he got the green light to leave Anfield, with Tottenham and Aston Villa both being informed about developments over the forward's future, with further interest from AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, RB Leipzig, Besiktas and Fenerbahce.

Tottenham Working on Savinho Transfer

Gakpo isn't the only forward and left-sided player Tottenham are looking at this summer, with Fabrizio Romano claiming the club are working on and making progress in their bid to sign Savinho from Manchester City.

Spurs wanted to sign the Brazilian 12 months ago, before he ended up staying at the Etihad. Now they are looking to seal the signing, with a separate report from Italy suggesting the 22-year-old has agreed personal terms on a five-year contract.

Tottenham still need to find a club-to-club agreement with City to get a deal over the line.

The north Londoners could look at signing a new centre-forward too, with doubts raised over the futures of Richarlison and Dominic Solanke in recent weeks.

Should one of those two leave, Spurs would likely need another centre-forward option to come in for De Zerbi.

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing up a fifth transfer for the summer window already, having already secured agreements for two, and terms for two more.

Spurs have seen Andy Robertson announced as the first signing of the summer on a free transfer from Liverpool, while a deal for Marcos Senesi has been completely agreed on a free transfer from Bournemouth. The club are also pushing hard for deals to sign Savinho from Man City and Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton in big-money deals, having narrowly avoided relegation this season.

Now though, the club are pushing for another transfer after opening talks to seal a deal to bring in a new central midfielder.

Tottenham Open Hayden Hackney Talks

According to Sports Boom, Tottenham have opened formal talks with Middlesbrough over a deal to sign central midfielder Hayden Hackney.

Hackney, who has been compared to Declan Rice, is expected to depart The Riverside Stadium this summer after the club missed out on promotion to the top flight, as he enters the final 12 months of his contract.

Everton have already opened talks about a potential deal for the midfielder, but Boro are understood to be playing hardball as they are happy to keep their captain for another season despite the possibility of losing him for nothing.

But now Spurs have opened talks to hijack the Toffees' move for the 23-year-old, and are hopeful of convincing him that a move to north London is best for his development, rather than going to the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Middlesbrough's exact asking price remains unclear, but it's expected to be in excess of £20m, and Tottenham believe they can gazump Everton to get a deal over the line in the coming weeks.

Hackney Could Be Perfect for Spurs

Tottenham have already got some of the best young central midfielders in the world in their squad, but adding Hackney to their options could only be seen as a positive thing.

Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, Pape Matar Sarr and Hackney all have a tremendous array of attributes, and combined with the qualities and experience of Rodrigo Bentancur, and potentially Joao Palhinha, it would give the team and manager Roberto De Zerbi a perfect blend to choose from.

A deal isn't expected to be too expensive or complicated to secure, and with the club already very active in the market, it's very possible that this could be on the cards in the coming weeks.