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Tottenham are set to complete another summer signing after securing the signature of Andy Robertson, according to Fabrizio Romano.

It's been a strong start to the summer transfer window for Spurs, which is no surprise after such a disappointing season.

Roberto De Zerbi's side needed to invest in their squad, and they've wasted no time in trying to bring new additions to the club.

If Tottenham want to head him back in the right direction, they need to bring in reinforcements this summer. It looks as though they've already got two deals over the line.

Robertson was recently confirmed as their first summer signing, joining the club on a free transfer after leaving Liverpool.

Tottenham Close to Second Summer Transfer

According to Romano, Tottenham are now set to secure another signing after it was confirmed that Robertson would be joining the club.

The respected journalist has confirmed that Tottenham have now completed a double free transfer signing, bringing in Robertson and Marcos Senesi, who joins the club on a four-year deal.

Despite various rumours, Romano confirms that there is no chance for anyone to hijack a deal for Senesi after he said yes to Spurs weeks ago and completed a medical on Saturday.

Strong Start to Window for Tottenham

Bringing in both Senesi and Robertson ahead of the summer transfer window is a strong start for Tottenham for multiple reasons.

Both players have been playing at a high level in the Premier League and will instantly improve their squad, if not their starting XI.

They also have plenty of experience, both in general and in the Premier League, which is what Tottenham need after a disappointing few years.

Spurs have signed a host of young talent from around the world over the last few years, so adding a bit of experience will be beneficial.

Whether the duo will start every week remains to be seen, but there's a strong chance they will be crucial signings for Tottenham.

Tottenham continue to be linked with all and sundry in the summer transfer window as Roberto De Zerbi looks to improve the squad he inherited from Igor Tudor at the end of March.

De Zerbi managed to save the club from relegation to the Championship with a 1-0 win over Everton on the final day of the season ensuring it was West Ham who made the drop into the second tier.

Andy Robertson has already arrived, signing on a free transfer from Liverpool, while it is expected that Marcos Senesi will follow him following his exit from Bournemouth.

Tottenham have so many attacking players injured

Both of those are defensive signings, with the Lilywhites also having a bid rejected for another defender in the form of Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton.

De Zerbi will look at attacking reinforcements this summer too, having been unable to call upon the likes of Dejan Kulusevski, Wilson Odobert or Mohammed Kudus since arriving in north London, and only briefly able to name Xavi Simons in his side.

Marcus Rashford has been linked with a move to N17, because of the confusion around his future.

The England international, currently on duty with the Three Lions in the United States of America ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, has spent this season on loan with Barcelona in La Liga and has had a successful spell at the Camp Nou.

Rashford, after falling out of favour with former United boss Ruben Amorim, scored 14 goals and laid on 14 assists in 49 appearances for the Catalans, who hold an option to buy him from Manchester United for around £26million.

However, having signed Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United for £69million, Barca are keen to negotiate the terms of that option to buy deal with United, looking to either bring the price down or spread the payments across another loan deal and then a purchase after the 2026/27 campaign.

Rashford's future looks like it is at Barcelona or Manchester United

Rashford will return to United after the World Cup, if a move away is not completed, but his future at Old Trafford appears to be over.

Tottenham are one of a number of Premier League teams to have enquired about his availability and the potential to complete a transfer, but have been rebuffed in their attempts to sign him this summer.

According to Sport in Spain, Rashford has made it clear that he does not want to make the move to Spurs, or any other Premier League team for that matter, and his sole interest is in re-signing for Barcelona.

That may lead to United having to cut their losses and re-negotiate the terms of their deal with the Catalan side, or hold firm and make Rashford have to return to Old Trafford if Barca do not want to spend £26million on him.

Tottenham Hotspur are already being very active in the transfer market, and they are now in talks to seal yet another transfer for Roberto De Zerbi.

Spurs have already completed an agreement to sign Andy Robertson from Liverpool on a free transfer, while a move for Marcos Senesi has also been agreed, and a bid has been submitted for Brighton star Jan Paul van Hecke.

Talks are said to be ongoing with Manchester City over a deal for winger Savinho too, with the club making moves, and now it has emerged they are engaging in talks for someone De Zerbi is a big fan of.

Tottenham In Talks for Joao Palhinha Deal

According to Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, Tottenham are engaged in talks with Bayern Munich over a deal to sign Joao Palhinha permanently this summer.

The Portugal international, who De Zerbi has described as 'one of the best', spent this season on loan in north London and scored some vital goals to help them avoid relegation, including the winner on the final day of the season against Everton.

Palhinha has attracted strong interest from former club Sporting CP, with personal terms already agreed about a potential return to Lisbon. However, he would prefer to stay in the Premier League with Spurs, and has given them his priority ahead of a summer exit from Bayern.

Spurs hold an option to make his loan move permanent for €30m (£25.9m) including bonuses, but they are not currently willing to pay that much, and have not triggered the option as a result.

But the clubs are in talks over a potential lower fee, with the north London side hopeful that an agreement can be reached as Bayern are hopeful of selling the 30-year-old permanently.

Tottenham Have Leverage to Seal Deal

Tottenham are expecting major changes in their squad during this summer window, and that means any stability that they can control would be a good thing.

Cristian Romero is expected to leave, as is goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, but there is interest in a number of players looking at the rest of their squad. De Zerbi will want to keep a lot of those players, and that includes Palhinha.

Bayern don't want him, and the player wants to join, so Spurs have all the leverage to get a deal done. But they can't wait too long or they risk allowing other teams to step in and hijack it. Tottenham must now get this deal done, or ENIC will have major questions to answer.

Tottenham cult hero Steffen Freund believes that Erling Haaland would be the dream signing for Roberto De Zerbi this summer, stating that what Spurs already have in attack is "not good enough".

Spurs escaped a shock relegation to the Championship by the skin of their teeth on the final day of the Premier League season by beating Everton 1-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and condemning rivals West Ham to the second tier instead.

De Zerbi has already made hs first move in the summer transfer window - signing a player Spurs almost brought in in January, by agreeing a deal for Andy Robertson to join on a free transfer from Liverpool.

Man City threatened Real Madrid with legal action over Haaland

Having been brought in to rescue the club at the end of March, De Zerbi has been working with a squad that was not his own and he will now want to use the summer transfer window to make his own changes and improvements.

Haaland is never going to make the move from Manchester City to Spurs, with the Citizens threatening Real Madrid with legal action this week after it emerged that presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme said he would sign the Norwegian if he arrived at the club.

But Freund knows that is where Spurs need to strengthen and he even named three players who should probably move on this summer too.

In a blog for Betway, he said: "I would take Erling Haaland, the best striker in the Premier League. Don’t forget, they lost Harry Kane and Heung-min Son. Those two players did a huge job and that’s why Spurs were always in Europe or in the Champions League, even the Champions League final. They came close to silverware, but they were always top six and maybe top four.

Spurs stars are not good enough for De Zerbi

"But I think a top striker is so helpful. Ask Vincent Kompany at Bayern [Munich] about Harry Kane. That’s why I would take Haaland, because he’s young, physically strong, and he will score goals.

"You can see it with Richarlison, [Randal] Kolo Muani, [Dominic] Solanke, are they good enough to bring Spurs back to the top six? At the moment, I would say no.

"They were too inconsistent with all of those players, so it is up to De Zerbi to get them back to the top level. Did they play all the games successfully? No. So that is why I would take Haaland."

Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi is already making moves in the summer transfer window, with Andy Robertson arriving at the club on a free transfer from Liverpool.

A number of other players have been linked with a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and one could be Como midfielder Martin Baturina.

According to Italian journalist Gianluca di Marzio, two Premier League sides have made approaches to Como to sign the 23-year-old, with offers between €50million (£43million) and €55million (£47million) prepared. Di Marzio does not name the Premier League sides who are preparing to make an official bid, but confirmed that Como have slapped an €80million (£69million) price tag on his shoulder. Tottenham have been named elsewhere as potential suitors for his signature.

Baturina to add bite to Tottenham's toothless midfield

Spurs have endured a pair of dreadful Premier League campaigns, finishing 17th in the past two seasons. Tottenham narrowly avoided relegation, securing their Premier League status for 2026/27 on the final day of the season at the expense of London rivals West Ham.

One area that contributed heavily to Tottenham's struggles this season was a midfield sorely lacking creativity. Long-term injuries to both James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski rid Spurs of much of their attacking steel, with the pair contributing 27 goal contributions during the 2024/25 league campaign.

Baturina, who turned 23 in February, has enjoyed a fruitful season in Cesc Fabregas' Como side. The Croatian international scored six times and assisted a further three in 29 Serie A appearances, helping Como to achieve an incredible fourth place finish and qualification for their first ever Champions League campaign.

Nothing but praise from Cesc Fabregas and Zlatko Dalić

Upon signing for Como last summer, Fabregas was quick to praise his intelligence and adaptability in midfield. "Martin is a player of immense quality. He's intelligent on the ball, strong in duels, and has the personality to make things happen in key moments. He fits exactly the kind of football we're building here."

Baturina's ability to contribute both going forward and defensively would clearly be of huge benefit to De Zerbi. As well as faltering in front of goal, Tottenham often failed to keep their opponents out. With 57 goals conceded, they had the fourth-worst defence in the Premier League last season, with their record only better than the three relegated teams.

The midfield prospect's impressive form has also caught the eye of the Croatia manager, Zlatko Dalić. Following the side's recent defeat against Belgium ahead of the World Cup, Dalić singled out Baturina as a real standout during the friendly. "He was very good, very committed and in excellent form. He was probably our most dangerous player in attack tonight."

Baturina perfect for De Zerbi's midfield rebuild

The 23-year-old remains a promising player with plenty of room to grow, and crucially, one that matches the profile of Tottenham's recruitment strategy and market pull. Following two disappointing campaigns, Spurs have lost much of their ability to compete with Europe's biggest teams for established talent.

But with De Zerbi at the helm, Baturina presents an affordable option who is both a first-team option today and an investment for the future. With proven quality in Serie A under the tutelage of Fabregas, who is similar in style to De Zerbi, Baturina will likely prove well suited to Tottenham's midfield blueprint.

Tottenham are continuing in their pursuit to sign Savinho from Manchester City, with transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reporting that a deal will be done "quite soon".

Spurs have already completed their first signing of the summer transfer window - despite it not being open yet - with Andy Robertson confirmed to be joining the club on July 1, following the expiration of his contract at Liverpool.

A second free transfer should follow in the coming days, with Marcos Senesi set to arrive from Bournemouth, having "given his word" to complete a move to Tottenham this summer.

Tottenham have been linked with other free transfers too, namely John Stones from Manchester City and Dusan Vlahovic from Juventus and canny free deals like that will allow Roberto De Zerbi to potentially splash out bigger cash on individual signings.

Spurs make contract offer to Savinho

One of those looks likely to be for Stones' Man City teammate Savinho.

Spurs are likely to have to drop a fee of at least £50million to sign the Brazilian from City this summer and there have been talks over a deal, with an insider suggesting Tottenham had already made a £120,000-a-week contract offer to the 22-year-old.

Romano believes a deal will not be far off completion for Spurs to spend their first big money of the summer transfer window and bolster De Zerbi's attacking options.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano said: "Tottenham are going for Savinho, Tottenham feel that the player wants the move, Totenham feel that Savinho one year ago was already ready to go to Tottenham.

"Savinoh was attracted to Tottenham one year ago and Savinho is attracted to Tottenham today, so on the player's side I don't see big issues. I think on the player's side Savinho to Tottenham can get done quite soon.

"Now it's on Manchester City and Tottenham, negotiating, discussing, talking about the transfer fee, but Tottenham are in it, they are working on the Savinho deal."

Savinho did not have the best of 2025/26 seasons

City signed Savinho from French club Troyes in 2024 in a deal worth around £31million. Spurs did have a bid of more than £60million knocked back last summer, but could negotiate a fee less than that given the player's disappointing 2025/26 season.

The forward only started 14 games in all competitions, with 36 appearances in total, scoring just four goals and providing three assists.

De Zerbi likes to play with conventional wingers in his 4-2-3-1 system and he will see Savinho as perfect for his system.

Soon after signing him, Pep Guardiola said: "His impact has been really, really good. He is a player who can play on both sides, can come inside, but what I like most is how devastating he is in the final third. He gets the ball, and his first thought is always to attack the opponent. He is aggressive, he is fast, and he has a unique quality to dribble past two or three players. For a manager, having a winger with that kind of personality is a gift."

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.