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Tottenham are on track to have one of their best summer transfer windows in years, and it could be down to one man.

Daniel Levy has accelerated his interest in the transfer market this month. Eberechi Eze is close to completing his move from Crystal Palace, while Spurs are still looking to agree a fee with Manchester City for Savinho.

Meanwhile, the Lilywhites’ newest recruits are thriving. Joao Palhinha was formidable in the UEFA Super Cup final against PSG, and Mohammed Kudus shone for Spurs against Burnley in their first Premier League win of the season.

But Spurs are not done, and there’s only one man who can get these final deals over the line.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Fabio Paratici tipped to secure more good deals for Tottenham

In January 2023, Fabio Paratici was handed a 30-month ban from football-related activities due to financial irregularities.

The Italian has since served his ban and has a consultancy contract with Tottenham until the end of this summer transfer window.

As reported by Football London on 14 August, Paratici is expected to return to Spurs in a more official capacity eventually.

The Italian has been credited with some phenomenal market business in the past. And Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes fans could see more of that soon.

“I’m delighted Paratici’s come back,” Wenham said.

“And when you look at our better signings over the last couple of years, these have all been heavily influenced by Paratici and his network of contacts, ability to speak with agents and get good deals for Tottenham.

“So hopefully we can see some more of that soon as well.”

Who are some of Paratici’s best signings?

Paratici has been vital in Spurs’ recruitment over the years, with several of his signings still a massive feature in the squad.

Cristian Romero is undoubtedly his most successful signing. After a successful loan spell, the Argentine was signed in 2022. He has gone on to be Man of the Match in the UEFA Europa League final and is now the current captain at Spurs.

Dejan Kulusevski and Rodrigo Bentancur are two notable names. The Swede had a rocky beginning in North London but has since become one of their best-performing players when deployed in the midfield.

Equally, Bentancur was saddled with injury woes for a period, which prevented him from hitting his best form at Spurs. However, these past two seasons have seen him revived, and he’s now a consistent starter for Thomas Frank.

With the summer window still open, Tottenham can expect another couple of great signings before 1 September.

Thomas Frank still has plenty of work to do at Tottenham in the final stages of the transfer window.

The Dane watches his new side get off to the perfect start in the Premier League with a 3-0 win over Burnley on the opening day, but he will still be hoping to do more work on the squad before the 1 September deadline.

Tottenham are pushing hard to sign Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, but there is also an emphasis on fringe players heading out of the door in a bid to trim the squad.

Frank has had decisions to make on several first-team stars, and the fate of one man in particular has now become clear.

This article includes exclusive comment from former Tottenham scout Bryan King.

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Tottenham ready rapid deal as Manor Solomon wants Leeds move

Solomon’s future at Spurs has been under scrutiny for the vast majority of the summer, after his hugely productive loan spell with Leeds United in the Championship last season.

The Lilywhites are understood to be open to allowing the 26-year-old to leave once again this summer, be that permanently or on loan, according to The Standard.

Solomon for his part is now understood to be clear that he wants to return to Leeds, with the transfer deadline now approaching on the horizon.

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that the North Londoners should be looking to strike a quick agreement with the Whites to sell the attacker.

“I can’t see him (Solomon) being part of Frank’s plans this season,” King said.

“It’s not a good start to be injured and unavailable when a new manager comes in.

“He’s got a lot of players to make his mind up about and wide players aren’t a problem for Spurs. You’ve got Johnson, and as soon as Kulusevski’s fit he’ll be back in the side.

“I think for Solomon’s best interests, and if Leeds are still interested, then I’d get that deal done as quickly as possible.”

‘Pocket rocket’ needs regular football away from Spurs

Solomon’s time at Spurs has largely been difficult since his move to N17 on a free transfer back in 2023.

The Israeli had enjoyed a productive loan spell with Fulham in the 2022/23 campaign, which saw branded as a “pocket rocket” by Jamie Redknapp during Sky Sports’ Super Sunday coverage.

However, he has hardly had the opportunity to show what he can do in a Tottenham shirt.

Solomon notched two assists for the Lilywhites in just 198 minutes of league football back in 2023/24, and then spent all of last season out on loan.

With Spurs’ wide options having now grown stronger around him, it surely makes sense for Solomon to be allowed to leave for Leeds in a bid to rediscover his best form.

Tottenham already looking for the next Son Heung-min as Daniel Levy takes new hit

Tottenham have begun life without Son Heung-min in positive fashion under new manager Thomas Frank in the Premier League.

Son enjoyed a decade with the Lilywhites and was responsible for some of their best moments in recent years.

However, Spurs sold Son to LAFC this summer in a transfer that makes sense with all things considered.

While the move could hurt Daniel Levy financially now, there is reason to be optimistic for the future.

This article includes exclusive comments from Dr Dan Plumley.

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Tottenham to lose immediate ground after Son Heung-min sale

Son’s impact at Tottenham is obvious after Spurs shirts filled the stands in the forward’s latest MLS show.

Indeed, only Lionel Messi is ahead of Son in all-time MLS jersey sales after a team switch to the United States.

Now, football finance expert Dan Plumley – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – has provided insight into the finances of the deal.

“Of course, players come and go, and he’s had a brilliant career at Spurs, and they have maximised him as a brand asset as well; it’s pretty clear to see that,” he said.

“Obviously, you look naturally in the immediate term, it will lose them a little bit of ground in that market, for sure.

“We know a lot of those fans around the world follow players nowadays more so than they follow clubs, so it gives you a bit of a short-term hit to manage, but everything comes to an end, doesn’t it? And no player is ultimately irreplaceable in that regard.

“So it’ll be looking at the next player that comes through and how you leverage that, and that doesn’t have to be, in South Asia, that can be all around the world.

“Yes, it’ll be a blow in the short term, but in time, Spurs will leverage their other players, the show goes on kind of thing.

“It’s brutal and it’s relentless, but that’s the nature of professional football.”

How much could Spurs lose from Son departure?

Tottenham made around £20million in terms of an initial fee for the South Korean international.

Son was on approximately £190,000 a week in North London and was their highest earner before securing a switch.

However, his immense popularity in his homeland generated significant commercial income, estimated at £40–60m annually from merchandise, sponsorship, ticket sales, and media exposure.

Over time, it seems that the Lilywhites will lose money from Son, but in time, they can find the ideal replacement.

Daniel Levy has overseen another business blunder at Tottenham.

Levy has always had a meticulous approach when it comes to transfers at Tottenham. Harry Kane has been the most successful to date. Kane joined Bayern Munich for an initial fee of £82million in 2023.

But he has also made some poor calls. Tanguy Ndombele arrived in 2019 as a record signing but departed in 2024 following the mutual termination of his contract.

And it now seems that Levy will add another failed investment to his already extensive list by 1 September.

Tottenham to recoup £10million for Yves Bissouma

Yves Bissouma’s exit from Tottenham has been on the cards since the beginning of the summer.

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It has been one thing after another for the midfielder at Spurs. Thomas Frank failed to name Bissouma in the squad to face PSG in the UEFA Super Cup final.

Meanwhile, the arrival of Joao Palhinha on loan from Bayern has pushed him out even further.

If he does leave, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes Spurs could pocket £10m for Bissouma. This would be £20m less than what was paid.

“The most that Tottenham would probably shift him for £10 million, to be honest with you,” Wenham said.

“Maybe even £8m, he’s four or five months out to be able to agree a pre-contract to go for nothing. He’s not going to get a new contract at Tottenham. So it’s what is he worth to Tottenham over the 11 months? £10m, I’d say.

“He’s probably worth more than that if he’s in a longer contract and if he’s performing at the level. But the fact that we kind of want him out diminishes his value as well.”

Top five least profitable Tottenham sales under Levy

Levy is known for being a fierce negotiator at Tottenham, but has had a few sales that have not aged well.

Ndombele unsurprisingly tops the list. Bought from Lyon for £55m in 2019, he left on a free transfer in 2024 following loan spells at Napoli and Galatasaray.

Giovani Lo Celso’s switch to Real Betis seemed to be a bargain at the time, offloading him for a fee of around £8.4m, while Spurs also agreed a deal to purchase Johnny Cardoso at a small price this summer. But with Cardoso opting to sign for Atletico Madrid, this seems like a resounding failure.

Davinson Sanchez is next on the list. Bought from Ajax for £42m in 2017, he signed at Galatasaray for £8.1m in 2023.

Robert Soldado was a disappointment while at Spurs. Acquired for £26m from Valencia in 2013, he was sold to Villarreal in 2015 for £10m.

Paulinho was also bought for £17m from Corinthians in 2013 as part of the spending spree that summer. However, he was sold two years later to Guangzhou Evergrande for just £10m.

Tottenham has engaged in a fierce battle with Manchester United in recent months.

The Red Devils failed to win a single game against the Lilywhites last season. The real kicker came in the UEFA Europa League final when Tottenham lifted the Cup on the night.

The two teams have since gone toe-to-toe in the transfer market. Both Premier League sides were keen on signing Bryan Mbuemo this summer. Tottenham thought they stood a chance with Thomas Frank’s appointment, but the winger had his heart set on United.

Now Man United looks to punish Spurs off the pitch once again.

United counter-suing Tottenham over Harry Kane sale

As reported by The Telegraph on Wednesday, 20 August, Ineos is counter-suing Tottenham for over £1million.

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Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos has accused them of holding sponsorship talks with Audi linked to the sale of Harry Kane to Bayern Munich.

This comes after it was revealed that Spurs are suing Ineos for more than £11m over allegations it breached a five-year, minimum £17.5m deal signed in 2022. The club were expected to promote the firm’s Grenadier as their “official 4×4 vehicle partner”.

The contract was terminated on 11 March by the Lilywhites, who carried out legal action in June claiming Ineos failed to pay a £5m-plus annual instalment due on 1 December. This was after they had not paid an inflation-related figure of close to £500,000 earlier.

Daniel Levy’s side are also seeking a minimum of £5.2m in damages after the deal came to an end with over two years left.

How much has Tottenham made in the last year?

Tottenham announced on 31 March their financial results for the year, which ended on 30 June 2024.

Shockingly, the Lilywhites’ Total Revenue and Other income decreased to £528.2m, while their Profit from Operations increased to £144.9m.

After winning the Europa League and progressing to the UEFA Super Cup final, there is no doubt that Tottenham should experience a better financial year in 2025.

But for the upcoming season, Frank should focus on getting the most out of the UEFA Champions League run.

Djed Spence has found a new partner-in-crime at Tottenham in Mohammed Kudus.

Spence saw his importance grow at Tottenham after Destiny Udogie was sidelined with another injury.

The fullback was immense for Frank during Spurs’ narrow defeat against PSG in the UEFA Super Cup final. But struggled to replicate the same form against Burnley in Tottenham’s first Premier League win of the season.

But with a difficult matchup against Manchester City, Spurs supporters could do with a little laugh. And Spence has brought that in abundance.

Djed Spence teases Mohammed Kudus in new Instagram post

Tottenham are training hard at Hotspur Way in preparation for their massive game at the Etihad.

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Kudus is one player who will be hoping to make headlines for all the right reasons on Saturday.

Against Burnley, Kudus was electric. As well as assisting Richarlison’s stunning double, he was the epitome of pace, precision and technical skill. The winger will be hoping to bring the same energy against the Citizens.

Frank has sent his players straight back to work after the win at the weekend.

Spence shared a hilarious post via Instagram stories on Wednesday, 20 August. The picture depicts a mischievous grim plastered across his face as he walks beside Kudus on the training ground

He captioned the story: “0/10 competition. If you get past me once, I buy you dinner.”

What does Spence need to do against City?

Spence will have the chance to prove to Tottenham that extending his contract was not a mistake when Spurs take on Man City.

The fullback will most likely be tasked with defending Oscar Bobb who played on the right wing during their win against Wolves.

While Bobb did not score, he assisted and was a live wire over the 90 minutes. He won four of his ground duels and completed three successful dribbles.

Frank and his team can expect relentless pressure from their opposition from the second the first whistle is blown. As a result, Bobb will be looking to get the best of Spence throughout the game.

To come out on top, the fullback must remain composed and trust whoever is on the left wing for Spurs to track back and help out. Bobb isn’t known for taking plenty of shots which will help, but he’s a massive creative threat who will need to be kept under wraps.

Tottenham are close to completing the signing of Crystal Palace and England midfielder Eberechi Eze.

Spurs have reached an agreement in principle with Palace for the 27-year-old, who should be granted permission to undergo a medical in the coming days.

There has been a suspicion that the Eagles will look to sign a replacement first, and Tottenham received a boost when news emerged of Palace reaching an agreement for Bilal El Khannouss.

Thomas Frank has been eager to sign another midfielder this summer, after James Maddison underwent surgery on his anterior cruciate ligament.

Eberechi Eze shares cheeky smirk with Sky Sports camera

Spurs had initially shown interest in Eze at the start of the summer, but moved on to alternative targets after it became clear Palace would not negotiate below the £68million release clause.

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Instead, a deal was agreed with West Ham for Mohammed Kudus, before decision-makers at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium attempted to sign Morgan Gibbs-White from Nottingham Forest.

Spurs met the £60m release clause and looked to be set to welcome their man, but the situation quickly became complex.

Forest claimed that Spurs had acted outside of the rules to approach Gibbs-White without permission, and refused to honour the clause.

Eventually, the midfielder signed a new deal at The City Ground, and Frank was forced to move on.

Maddison’s injury once again increased urgency for a signing in that area, however, and Spurs returned for Eze, who had favoured a move to Arsenal.

But the Gunners have not formalised their interest, and the England international is now set to move to the other side of North London.

Eze was captured looking directly into the Sky Sports cameras on 20 August as Gary Cotterill discussed transfers live from the Palace training ground, and revealed a smirk at the journalist’s comments.

Eberechi Eze will provide maverick quality to Spurs

Spurs have already signed one maverick this summer in Kudus, and Eze will provide them with another.

The midfielder is not afraid to take on the burden of responsibility when his team need a moment of magic, and offers superb attacking and creative numbers.

Eberechi Eze last season:

Eze creates goals and he scores goals, and his arrival at Spurs will undoubtedly send a statement to the rest of the Premier League.

Tottenham may be able to close Maghnes Akliouche’s signing from Monaco before 1 September.

Daniel Levy has ramped up efforts in the window after missing out on Morgan Gibbs-White, while James Maddison sustained an ACL injury against Newcastle.

Initially, the Lilywhites were not actively looking for another winger. But after legend Son Heung-min transferred to LAFC, finding a replacement has become vital.

Akliouche is the latest player to make Spurs’ shortlist, and Monaco may have provided cause for optimism.

Monaco wants to keep Akliouche for another summer

Tottenham are interested in Akliouche as an alternative to Manchester City winger Savinho.

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Spurs were keen to strike a deal for both Eberechi Eze and Savinho this summer, but it seems only the former will arrive at Hotspur Way. With Man City blocking the Brazilian’s transfer, the Frenchman has emerged as the latest option.

Monaco are not keen to part with the winger this summer, but their sporting director has given cause for optimism.

On 14 August, during a press conference, Thiago Scuro said: “I’ve said it from the very beginning, Maghnes is a truly special player, a unique talent. He is well settled in Monaco, so there’s no pressure on anyone to make a move regarding his situation.

“We hope to show him that it would be in his best interest to stay at least one more season with AS Monaco. There are still two weeks left in the transfer window, so we’ll see what happens. But our ambition is to keep him with us in Monaco.”

This indicates that negotiations could begin if a sizeable offer is tabled. With Man City demanding a big-money sum for Savinho, Tottenham may be inclined to splash what they had set aside for the Brazilian on the Frenchman.

Would Akliouche be a good investment for Tottenham?

Akliouche is a promising Ligue 1 talent. Last season in the league, he provided five goals and 10 assists for the French outfit.

In addition to this, he created 49 chances and had a 50 per cent dribble success rate. The winger is a huge creative threat who uses a combination of pace, efficiency and flair to break down defences.

However, he may not be the right man to arrive at Tottenham this summer. This is mostly because he is best placed on the right wing. His arrival would see Mohammed Kudus pushed into the centre despite his strong form on the right.

Savinho, on the other hand, has had several impressive games on the left. Therefore, Spurs may need to go back to the drawing board on this one.

Tottenham may have just taken a big step towards completing the signing of Eberechi Eze.

The Crystal Palace star has become one of the Premier League’s finest playmakers in recent years, and that has attracted the attention of the Lilywhites, who are searching for a replacement for the injured James Maddison.

Eze would be a huge signing for Tottenham, and he could potentially fill the void that was left by Son Heung-min as the main face of the squad in N17.

Spurs will have big expectations as they move into the Thomas Frank era, and after the latest update from Crystal Palace, they could have a deal for Eze within their grasp.

Crystal Palace ‘close in on’ Bilal El Khannouss as Eberechi Eze replacement

Tottenham have reached an agreement for Eze in principle, but the final stage of their pursuit will depend on Palace’s ability to recruit a suitable replacement in the final weeks of the window.

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The Eagles have been exploring the possibility of a move for Leicester City’s Bilal El Khannouss, and they now appear to have taken a big step forward in their bid to sign the Moroccan.

The South London outfit are understood to be ‘closing in’ on a deal to sign the attacker for £32m, according to Sky sports’ Rob Dorsett via X.

Oliver Glasner’s side are thought to have reached a broad agreement on terms, but their sustained interest in Tyler Dibling is acting as a slight barrier to them fully committing to the deal.

This latest update will be music to the ears of Spus, who are waiting in the wings to seal the arrival of Eze.

If their Premier League rivals can swiftly complete their move for El Khannouss, then it should leave ittle standing in the way of Daniel Levy and Co. for them to get a deal done for the England international.

Where is Eberechi Eze?

Tottenham will have had a keen eye on Eze during Palace’s clash with Chelsea at the weekend, as the attacking midfielder admirably turned out for his side despite the ongoing speculation.

He was unlucky to see a stinging free-kick ruled out in controversial circumstances, and his impressive showing was testament to his character as a professional.

In an environment where players are increasingly trying to force through transfers with petulant behaviour, Eze continues to go about his business in an impeccable manner, and reported for Palace training as normal on Wednesday, as per the Guardian’s Ed Aarons via X.

It remains to be seen whether Tottenham will be able to get the deal done in time, but they will be hugely encouraged to see Palace move one step closer towards securing a potential replacement.

The Lilywhites are essentially powerless until that deal is complete, so they will be watching events in SE25 intently over the next few days.

Cristian Romero appears to be in line for a significant wage increase at Tottenham after penning a new contract.

The defender has been an integral part of the Lilywhites’ plans in recent years, and Thomas Frank will undoubtedly be keen to build his team around him this season.

Romero had been linked with a move away from Tottenham this summer, with Atletico Madrid showing a consistent interest in prizing him away.

However, he now looks destined to excel in a new role as Spurs’ club captain.

This article includes exclusive comment from former Tottenham scout Bryan King.

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Romero ‘certain’ for big pay rise at Tottenham

Romero recently pledged his future to Tottenham by signing a new four-year contract that will keep him at the club until the summer of 2029.

The new deal is understood to have been in the pipeline for several weeks, but has finally been fully agreed and settled.

The Argentine defender is one of the most important players in the Lilywhites’ ranks, and his new terms are likely to reflect that.

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that Romero’s latest contract is almost guaranteed to see him earn in excess of £200,000-a-week.

“If you wanted to sign Romero today, he’d cost you between £60m and £80m without a doubt, if not more,” King said.

“He’s been made club captain, so that’s obviously had an effect on his decision, and I would imagine he’s also had a wage increase.

“On that note, I would say it’s been good business all round.

“I think that Romero will certainly be earning over £200,000-a-week now, I would be very surprised if he isn’t.”

Romero likely to be new highest earner at Spurs

Son Heung-min’s Tottenham exit has freed up a significant amount of money for the North Londoners, and now it looks as though Romero will have taken his place as their highest earner.

The 27-year-old was already thought to be on a weekly wage of around £165,000, according to Capology estimates, and his new contract will surely have resulted in a sizeable increase to that figure.

The new club captain has established himself as an impressive defender at the top-level, and his new deal is likely to reflect that.

Now that Spurs have rewarded him for his loyalty, they will be expecting to be repaid with a series of consistently high-quality performances.