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The Tottenham Hotspur attacker has been out of action for 14 months but is beginning to show positive signs on his comeback trail

Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski has posted his most promising social media clip yet showing the Swede on the comeback trail.

Kulusevski last played a match on May 11, 2025 when he suffered a complicated patella injury inside his right knee during Spurs ' Premier League derby with Crystal Palace, after he was caught in a tackle by England international Marc Guehi. It has now been almost 14 months since that injury and the talented Swede's setbacks with his knee have been well documented since, with a clean-up procedure after discomfort in training and then his World Cup dream left in tatters as he was unable to get back in action before the end of last season.

However, the 26-year-old has put up plenty of videos in recent days of him training individually with a ball and a coach to get himself closer to making a comeback.

Last week Kulusevski posted a video on his Instagram story of him passing the ball to his trainer, controlling the different types of passes back at various heights and then jogging on to strike the ball into two small goals. It was not high intensity work but the Swede appeared to be moving freely and hitting the ball accurately.

Then on Sunday, the former Juventus attacker uploaded an even more promising couple of videos with him running in and curling in shots from the outside of the box into different corners of a full sized net. Kulusevski was using plenty of power and either kicking with that right leg or putting plenty of weight on it as he used his left foot to shoot.

It was the most promising footage seen yet of Kulusevski going through proper football motions since his injury.

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It comes amid doubts over the player's return with former Sweden international Simon Thern writing in his column for the media outlet fotballskanalen last week: "Kulusevski. I had played Dejan centrally. Incredible at covering and keeping the ball, dangerous going forward. It feels like a perfect midfield trio! If Kulusevski makes it back to football... I've started to doubt it after seeing pictures of how he moves."

It might just be a coincidence, but since that article appeared online, Kulusevski has increased his social media posting of his training sessions.

Before the World Cup, Sweden's national team doctor Jonas Werner had gone into detail about Kulusevski's knee and the problems with it.

"It's been a long story with Dejan. He's done everything he can to get ready, but when it came to deciding [if he would make the squad] he wasn't," he said. "The reason is that he hasn't played football in a year, but even the medical assessments made this spring have pointed in the direction that he wouldn't be ready."

He added: "Cartilage injuries, like in Dejan's case, are troublesome. They are difficult to treat. Plus, he has it in a place that gets a lot of stress. The injury simply hasn't healed enough to handle that stress."

When asked if the Spurs man will be able to come back and play football again, the doctor said: "I have high hopes for that and I really hope so."

If only England had been wearing their away kit this would have been the perfect case of Red Djed Redemption at the World Cup as the Tottenham defender played a vital late role in the huge 3-2 win against Mexico.

Thomas Tuchel's team are through to the quarter-finals after a pulsating clash at the Estadio Azteca. They defended superbly with 10 men amid the noise of 80,824 fans to set up a huge match in Miami on Saturday night against Norway, who stunned Brazil with Erling Haaland's double.

Among those who kept out the waves of Mexican attacks on Sunday (or very early on Monday morning for those with bleary eyes in the UK) was Djed Spence after being thrown into the huge game with Dan Burn in the 73rd minute as Tuchel looked to repel the hosts' bombardment of the England box with their extra man.

It had been Spence's replacement at right-back, Jarell Quansah, who had seen red for his reckless lunge just nine minutes into the second half.

It's worth noting that the 25-year-old Spurs defender was a doubt for the game after feeling a muscle problem that morning but he entered the fray amid the din of the roaring Mexican fans and put in a performance that slapped away much of the unbalanced criticism that came after his performance against DR Congo five days beforehand.

In those 17 minutes, plus another 11 of added time, Spence made five clearances - just one less than the excellent Burn - as well as one interception and he won one aerial duel.

His most important moment came when he slid in to stop Santiago Gimenez from bursting into the England box in the 83rd minute with a challenge that had to be perfect. Then while still on the floor, the full-back got to the loose ball before Guillermo Martinez could seize upon it and Anthony Gordon completed the clearance.

When the final whistle blew, there was a relief and joy all round for the England stars but amongst the delirium Jude Bellingham, who had scored twice on the night, sought out Spence. He placed his forehead against his team-mate's and launched into a long, passionate monologue at the Spurs man.

He was no doubt making sure that Spence was well aware of his own key part in this historic victory - only the third competitive defeat for Mexico in their famous stadium since it opened all the way back in 1966 - particularly after the criticism he had faced in the week along with the intense scrutiny over the right-back spot.

Bellingham knows all about overblown criticism and Spence faced his own bout of it after the game against DR Congo.

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For despite Spence clearly having to come across to cover for wandering centre-backs and then Jordan Pickford, who was magnificent against Mexico, being beaten at his near post, it was all the Tottenham defender's fault apparently.

It fit in with the narrative that had built around the videos of Tuchel shouting from the sidelines for more from Spence in that match and also once during 15 open minutes in front of the media at one early training session. Let's ignore the fact that the vocal and manic England boss shouts at most of his players during games and that these were just a couple of selective clips from an entire tournament so far.

With Spence having had some managers over the years who found getting through to him required a delicate balance of carrot and stick, the clips fell nicely into the box he had been placed in.

It created a pile on. Was Spence great against DR Congo? Not at all. Were any of England's starting players beyond Harry Kane and Bellingham particularly good? Not at all.

So it was important for Spence to get his moment in the Azteca as Tuchel's subs all made their mark with John Stones and Morgan Rogers also playing their parts.

The media recognised the Spurs defender's efforts across those 28 minutes in Mexico, all of them mentioning that vital challenge in the England box and that he stepped up when needed.

For Tottenham supporters, Spence's cameo also further confirmed the opinion that many who watch the club regularly hold - he's better on the left. In a sport in which wingers are increasingly inverted, the 25-year-old can deal with them on his stronger foot, although to be fair he is also good at handling those who do attempt to get past him on the outside.

Those who don't watch Spence as much think he's better going forward than he is defensively, but the truth is that it's actually the other way round. He doesn't offer too much going forward, other than some pace - as shown in his strong cameo against Croatia - and his crossing is not the best despite that pre-World Cup cross for Kane.

There's a reason Spence has only registered eight assists and seven goals from 234 senior appearances across his career. For context, his rival for the right-back spot at Spurs, Pedro Porro, has 50 assists and 29 goals from 305 games.

Yet from one-vs-one defending, Spence is the better of the two and that is where his strength lies. Tuchel may well be tempted to employ him against the tricky Antonio Nusa at the weekend for exactly that reason, but that would likely be on the right.

The arrival of Andy Robertson, along with Destiny Udogie and Ben Davies all looking to play at left-back, means Spence will compete in his favoured position on the right if he is up for the challenge next season under Roberto De Zerbi. He will back himself to be good enough to do so.

He will have learned plenty of important lessons from his World Cup experience and will get more minutes before his tournament comes to a close this summer.

The Djed Spence redemption has begun. All eyes are now on Miami and then what comes next for him and Tottenham during a big season in north London.

Tottenham Hotspur have a new £100million signing and the Italian midfielder has explained how Roberto De Zerbi's presence sealed the deal

Sandro Tonali has admitted that a "magic" chat with Roberto De Zerbi ensured his £100million move to Tottenham was an offer he could not refuse.

Spurs have splashed out £92.5million with another potential £7.5million in add-ons to Newcastle in a club record deal for the 26-year-old. Tonali has penned on a long-term contract, believed to be for six years, and the Italy international will wear the number 16 shirt for the coming Premier League season under De Zerbi.

The midfielder admitted that he only had one destination in mind this summer, especially after speaking to his compatriot for two hours about what he plans to do at the club in the seasons ahead.

"I decided to sign for Tottenham and I didn't need two teams, three teams, four teams [in my mind]. I knew already my team for the next season, and I can't wait to start the season and to play the first game," he said.

"Every time when you change the team, you have to restart everything. You have to restart your relationship with the team-mates, with the staff, really with the fans. I'm a bit lucky because when you know the staff, it's more easy for you, especially at the start of the season, the summer.

"He's an unbelievable gaffer, I've known him for a long time. He's from Brescia, I played 10 years in Brescia. Sometimes we meet in Brescia when we have a day off or two days off, we come back both in our city and I think this is fantastic. I spoke with him for the first time, we spoke like friends, and we spoke like players and gaffers already. This chat was close to magic because it was like, OK, now I have to sign for you for sure.

"We spoke a lot, really, about Tottenham, about the stadium, about the fans, about the players, about our football. We can't wait to start the season."

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Tonali admits that the switch to north London has left him feeling like a kid again.

"This morning at 6am, I woke up like a Tottenham player. When we came here this morning, the feeling was fantastic. It was like when I was 16, 17 and I played my first game. It was so similar, I was like a kid with the energy inside. I think this is all positive things, especially for football, especially because I'm 26 now, I'm not 18-years-old," said the Italian.

On his playing style he added: "I think I work a lot for my teammates, if I have to describe me in one sentence. I play number six and I play a lot with the defence."

In a twist of fate, the Premier League fixture schedule has ensured that the new signing's first competitive home game in a Spurs shirt will come against his former side Newcastle, currently set to be played on August 29 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

"We play the second game against Newcastle, really I can't wait to play this game, I can't wait to play in this stadium because I played a few times against Tottenham, with AC Milan, Champions League, Newcastle," he said. "I found the great atmosphere, I found every time the full stadium, and that's not easy because the stadium is so big.

"The fans can change the game in two minutes. If the fans work with you, it's more easy for you. So I think the fans are one of the best things in the stadium. I know this stadium is one of the best in the world.

"The fans are crazy. We need this because we need to put every time 100 per cent energy, concentration and everything on the pitch because we want to win every single game, especially home games, and we know we can."

Harry Kane scored his sixth World Cup goal as England beat Mexico 3-2, with Donald Trump hailing the England captain as a "great player" after his match-winning penalty at the Estadio Azteca

Donald Trump has praised Harry Kane as a "great player" following the England captain's crucial role in guiding Thomas Tuchel's team into the World Cup quarter-finals.

Former Tottenham striker Kane netted a second-half penalty during England's 3-2 victory over Mexico at Estadio Azteca, taking his tournament tally to six goals.

The Bayern Munich forward's display caught the attention of the White House, with the American president posting on social media: "Harry Kane of England is a GREAT player."

It's obviously no surprise to Tottenham fans, though, with Kane becoming a superstar in north London before sealing a move to German giants Bayern Munich - and he is now shining on the global stage with the Three Lions.

Kane's 60th-minute spot-kick proved to be the match-winner after Jude Bellingham had struck twice within 98 seconds before the interval.

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Julian Quinones pulled one back before half-time and Raul Jimenez converted from the penalty spot to make it 3-2, but England secured a quarter-final clash with Norway despite Jarell Quansah's dismissal after 54 minutes.

Kane, England's all-time leading World Cup marksman, sits just one goal behind Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot standings.

England's players celebrated by joining supporters in a rousing chorus of 'Wonderwall', the Oasis anthem which has soundtracked their World Cup campaign.

Kane had lost his voice following the match and could barely speak during a post-match BBC interview, managing only: "Unbelievable support. Speechless.

"My voice is gone. I've just been singing there. I can't really talk."

Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher posted on X: "It's hard work that singing Harry Kane cmon ENGLAND cmon WONDERWALL."

Over the course of the 2026 World Cup the rock band’s hit 1995 track has become an unofficial anthem with the men’s team lining up to sing it back to fans.

Sir David Beckham, Chicken Shop Date star Amelia Dimoldenberg and TV personality Jamie Laing also joined in on the celebrations and showed their support for the men’s national team online.

Sir David posted a string of Instagram stories and said: “Now that’s a performance wow. There was no other way of winning this game other than that. Absolutely brilliant.”

He also praised the “brilliant” England manager, Thomas Tuchel, and goalkeeper, Jordan Pickford, who said his performance was “absolutely nothing other than perfection”.

“Huge team performance. A night to be proud of each and everyone of the squad,” he said.

Dimoldenberg said she “can’t cope” in a video shared online with the caption “we did it!”

Meanwhile former Made In Chelsea star, Laing, said: “It’s coming home baby!”

EastEnders actor Ross Kemp also posted a video on his Instagram account and said: “That is without a doubt the best England performance I think I’ve ever seen.

“That is without a doubt true English spirit.”

Tottenham have confirmed their £100million signing's new shirt number and it hints that another transfer arrival has already chosen his one

Sandro Tonali will wear the number 16 shirt for Tottenham Hotspur after his £100million transfer from Newcastle which leaves a key number open for Jan Paul van Hecke.

Spurs will pay Newcastle £92.5million and then potentially another £7.5million in add-ons in a club record deal for the 26-year-old midfielder. He arrives on a long-term contract, believed to be a six-year deal, and has been assigned the number 16 shirt for the coming Premier League season under Roberto De Zerbi.

Tonali normally wears the number eight and has done so for the past seven seasons at both Newcastle and AC Milan, and also does so for the Italian national team.

However, Conor Gallagher claimed that number earlier this summer after Yves Bissouma's exit from the club was confirmed, meaning Tonali has got 16, which was briefly held by young centre-back Luka Vuskovic, who is set to make a £50million move to Brighton. Before that attackers Timo Werner and Arnaut Danjuma both had the number and defenders who have worn it in competitive matches most recently are Kyle Walker-Peters and Kieran Trippier.

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Tonali taking the number 16 might just hint that Van Hecke, who was signed last month for £52million from Brighton, will be taking the number six shirt that we now know will not be taken again by Joao Palhinha, after Spurs' signings of Tonali and Mateus Fernandes. The 30-year-old Bayern Munich midfielder said his goodbyes on Instagram when it became clear that his loan move would not be being made permanent.

Van Hecke wore the number six shirt last season at Brighton and wears it for the Netherlands, including at the World Cup before the Dutch exited the competition.

That number was previously worn by Radu Dragusin, who later switched to the number three and is set to leave the club for Fiorentina on loan with an obligation to buy which could reach £21.4m (25m euros) if he hits a set amount of games, plus a 10% sell-on on any profit the Serie A side should make on the Romanian with a later sale. Before him, Davinson Sanchez held the number six shirt for five seasons.

Tonali not taking that number would hint that Van Hecke has already made his claim for the shirt and the club were waiting for Dragusin's departure.

Marcos Senesi has taken the number five for Spurs while Andy Robertson wore 26 throughout his years at Liverpool. No Tottenham player has held that number since former captain Ledley King, with 26 unofficially having been kept aside since his retirement 14 years ago in 2012. So we will find out in the coming weeks whether the Scot will finally be the man to take that number or if he will choose Dragusin's three.

Tottenham Hotspur have broken their transfer record with the £100million signing of Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United

Sandro Tonali has rubbished reports that other clubs were in the race for him and said that it was only Tottenham for him after his club record £100million transfer from Newcastle.

The Italy international has put pen to paper on the deal, subject to receiving his work permit after three years with the Magpies. Spurs will pay £92.5million and then potentially £7.5million in add-ons to Newcastle for the 26-year-old midfielder. Tonali has made it clear that after a long chat with Roberto De Zerbi there was only one destination for him.

"I'm very happy to be here. When I arrived at the club today, it felt fantastic. People said about there being four or five clubs - there was only one," he said.

"I spoke to the Head Coach for close to two hours about the club, the fans, the stadium and our football. It was like magic because I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham. I've played against Tottenham a few times and always found a great atmosphere made by great fans. I can't wait to start the season."

De Zerbi said: "Sandro is a special player and a great signing for our club. I have followed him for a long time, as he came through the youth system at my hometown club, Brescia, and I'm so happy to be working with him now. Given his qualities, there was a lot of interest in Sandro this summer. However, he was very clear in his desire to join Tottenham, and I know our fans will love what he brings to the team."

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Tottenham's sporting director Johan Lange added: "Sandro is one of the best midfielders in Europe and we are delighted to welcome him to the club.

"He has outstanding technical quality to go with real football intelligence, and has the character to thrive in a demanding, high-pressure environment. Sandro brings valuable experience at the highest level, both domestically and in European competition and I know our supporters will love his energy and commitment on the pitch.

"We are all excited to see him pull on our famous Lilywhite shirt for the first time."

Newcastle wrote in a statement on their website: "Sandro departs St James’ Park having made 110 appearances for the club, scoring ten goals in all competitions.

"The 26-year-old, who joined from AC Milan in summer 2023, leaves having also won major silverware on Tyneside. He played an influential role as the club lifted the Carabao Cup in March 2025, and he featured a further 53 times last season, including 11 appearances in the UEFA Champions League.

"Everybody at Newcastle United thanks Sandro for his contribution to the club and wishes him and his family well for the future."

The Italy international has taken to social media to make his feelings clear to his former employees and the supporters as he moves to north London

Sandro Tonali has posted a heartfelt goodbye to the Newcastle United supporters as his £100million transfer to Tottenham goes through.

The 26-year-old Italy international has become Spurs' record transfer with the move that contains an initial £92.5million deal and then £7.5million in add-ons for Newcastle. Now the midfielder has posted a montage of moments from his three years with the Magpies after arriving from AC Milan.

"Three years ago I came to Newcastle not really knowing what to expect. Today it’s time to say goodbye and it’s hard to find the right words," he wrote.

"I want to start by thanking the club. To the people who work every day and nobody sees at the training ground, everyone who welcomed me and made me feel at home from the very first day. Thank you to the staff and my teammates for believing in me and helping me grow. A special mention to the gaffer, Eddie, who’s been a real guiding figure and who always had my back throughout this journey.

"But above all, I want to speak directly to the fans. When things were hard for me, you were there. Not for one day did I feel alone. I felt it every time I was at St James’ Park. That’s something I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

"Together, we achieved something this city had been waiting decades for. At Wembley that day, it was special, a historic moment we got to share together. To the fans who never stopped believing, who never stopped cheering for this club, who were there in the hardest times, that trophy was for you.

"The game brought me to Newcastle. Today I leave with my wife and our son, born during my time here. This city gave me more than football. It gave me a home, moments I’ll hold onto forever, and people I will always be grateful for.

"Thank you for everything. Sandro"

Tottenham Hotspur could round off a dream summer on the transfer front with several exciting names linked with the club

Tottenham Hotspur have pulled off major moves in the transfer market this summer so far. Leaving their rivals in the dust, Roberto De Zerbi looks like he's been given the tools to challenge on several fronts this season.

It's been a dire few years for Spurs, with the club fending off relegation over the last two years. The arrival of De Zerbi appears to have breathed new life into the Lilywhites, and for proof, you needn't look further than the squad the Italian is currently constructing.

After Spurs had beaten the drop last season, their news boss said: "From tonight, we have to start to organise and to build a new team," and it looks like he's delivering on that message.

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A dream summer for the club on the transfer front has already begun. In defence, Spurs have signed Jan Paul Van Hecke from Brighton for £52m. They have also recruited veteran Liverpool star Andy Robertson and Bournemouth's Argentinian 29-year-old centre-back Marcos Senesi giving them a robust and experienced backline.

In midfield, West Ham United's Mateus Fernandes has also joined De Zerbi's expensive revolution, while Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali also looks set to be on his way.

What else is required to make this a summer to remember? Well, in goal, Antonin Kinsky deserves a shot to make the No. 1 position his own after several assured performances last season. He has recently signed a new deal, as Guglielmo Vicario could be set for a move away.

However, Spurs could move for Manchester City's James Trafford, 23, who has found himself playing second fiddle to Gianluigi Donnarumma at the Etihad. He would be a more than suitable rival for Kinsky, while Martin Dubravka, 37, who signed from Burnley this summer, will also offer valuable experience from the bench.

It's up front where Spurs could make a major impact, with the club said to have a three-man shortlist to upgrade on Richarlison and Dominic Solanke. According to The Independent, Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi appears to be the leading candidate to slot into De Zerbi's attack, but could cost them around £80m.

The 20-year-old is believed to be wanted by Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, however. Spurs could truly consolidate an ambitious few months by securing Kroupi over their north London rivals.

Footballing operations under Spurs' new leadership have illustrated that they will not be priced out of major deals this summer. The club's persistence in striking a deal with Newcastle for the in-demand Tonali shows that they have what it takes to rival Arsenal for Kroupi.

AC Milan's Rafael Leao has also reportedly been sounded out. According to reports from Italy, Milan have placed a valuation in the region of £55m on the 27-year-old winger.

Informal discussions with Milan are said to have taken place, although no steps have yet been taken to enter formal negotiations for the Portuguese international.

Finally, Manchester City winger Savinho, who Spurs pushed for last year, could join. The Brazilian, who scored one goal in 24 appearances in the Premier League last season, would reportedly cost in the region of £60m.

Securing all of Kroupi, Leao and Savinho seems unlikely, but not beyond the realms given Spurs' actions so far this summer. Even signing two of trio would represent huge strides for Spurs as a deadly threat and round off a sensational window that will live long in the memory.

Simply put, If Spurs were to add Trafford and two of Kroupi, Leao and Savinho to add to their already impressive squad they could be looking at splashing around £350m this transfer window. The drive to finally turn the club's fortunes around is on.

Radu Dragusin will leave Tottenham Hotspur on loan this summer, as Roberto De Zerbi continues to make marked improvements to his first-team to avoid a disappointing 2026/27

Radu Dragusin will join Fiorentina on loan for the new season, football.london understands.

The Romanian centre-half has failed to find consistent opportune with Tottenham Hotspur since his arrival from Genoa in 2024, making just 48 appearances across all competitions.

In 2025/26, for example, the 24-year-old managed just 10 Premier League appearances, the likes of Micky Van de Ven and Cristian Romero favoured in the heart of defence.

And as a result of Roberto De Zerbi looking to overhaul his first team to avoid another disappointing 17th-place finish in the English top flight, it appears as though Spurs fans may have seen Dragusin play his final match in North London.

It is understood that the Lilywhites and Fiorentina have agreed a season-long loan for the defender, with an obligation to buy should he hit a certain number of matches.

That obligation sits at £21.4million, while Spurs have also reserved 10 per cent of any profit the Serie A side brings in should they opt to sell him in the future.

It has been an incredibly busy summer for Spurs, who have already welcomed a number of new arrivals to their ranks.

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Not only have the club secured Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka as free agents, but they have also dropped £52m on Brighton defender, Jan Paul van Hecke, who has spent the past month impressing with the Netherlands at the World Cup.

Elsewhere, Tottenham Hotspur agreed an £85m deal with West Ham United for 21-year-old centre-mid, Mateus Fernandes.

Speaking about the move, the Argentine said: "I'm very excited for this next step. Spurs is a massive club and the Head Coach was a key part of why I have decided to join.

"When we spoke, it was very special. We look at football in the same way - going onto the pitch as a strong team, with fight and energy, to try and win every game.

"I can't wait to get started, to meet the fans, to meet everyone, and give everything for the Club."

Tottenham have announced they will play a behind-closed-doors game in August

Tottenham Hotspur will play Getafe GF in a behind-closed-doors friendly in August, it has been announced.

The La Liga side, who finished seventh in Spain's top division last season under Jose Bordalas, will travel to London for the fixture, which will take place at Hotspur Way on Saturday, August 8. The game will kick-off at 3pm UK time and can be watched on SPURSPLAY.

In a statement published on Sunday, Tottenham said: "Our Men’s First Team will take on Getafe CF in a behind-closed-doors friendly match at Hotspur Way on Saturday 8 August. Kick-off against the La Liga side will be at 3pm (UK), with the match available to watch on SPURSPLAY, subject to availability in your region.

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"The fixture is the latest addition to our pre-season schedule which already includes matches against MK Dons, Auckland FC, Sydney FC, Chelsea and back-to-back games with TSG Hoffenheim.

"Our only meeting to date with Los Azulones came in October, 2007, in a UEFA Cup tie at White Hart Lane, with the Spanish side edging the meeting 2-1."

The game against Getafe means Spurs have seven fixtures in the diary before the season begins competitively on August 22 with the trip to Brentford. Players not competing at the World Cup are set to return to the club's Enfield training complex in stages from Friday, July 10 for medical and physical testing and gym work. They will then move on to full work on the training pitches with the coaching staff from Monday, July 13.

Tottenham's first summer friendly currently in the diary will see them host League One side MK Dons at Hotspur Way on Wednesday, July 22. Spurs will then fly off across to the other side of the world to New Zealand to take on Auckland FC on Sunday, July 26 at Eden Park. The following day, Roberto De Zerbi's men will move over to Australia to start their preparations for a fixture against A-League side Sydney FC on Wednesday, July 29 at the Allianz Stadium.

Tottenham will then play Chelsea as part of the 2026 Sydney Super Cup on Saturday, August 1 at the 83,500-capacity Accor Stadium. After the Getafe fixture, Spurs will host Bundesliga side TSG 1899 Hoffenheim twice on the weekend before their new Premier League season kicks off.