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Tottenham Hotspur defender Djed Spence is reportedly keen to complete a move to Inter Milan.

Spence recently wrapped up an eventful World Cup, which saw him become a cult hero among England fans after bouncing back from his struggles in the group stage with a series of impressive performances in the knockout rounds.

After helping England earn a third-place finish, the full-back's focus will now turn to his uncertain club future, despite being under contract with Spurs until at least 2029.

Inter have emerged as a strong candidate to secure Spence's signature if Spurs open the door to a sale.

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Spence keen on Inter move

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, via Sky Sports News, Spence wants to leave Spurs for the reigning Italian champions.

Inter view Spence as a potential replacement for Denzel Dumfries, who completed a move to Real Madrid earlier this summer.

While they may see Spence as a right wing-back, the Nerazzurri will be fully aware that he also possesses the ability to operate on the left side.

Inter are believed to be lining up a €35m (£29.75m) offer, although it remains to be seen whether Spurs will sanction a sale at that price, especially as Spence boosted his reputation at the World Cup.

The Italian giants have to be wary of possible competition from Everton, who have held internal discussions over a move for Spence.

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Why is Spence targeting Spurs exit?

The report does not state why Spurs is looking to pursue a move to Inter, but he may have fears over his playing time if he stays put in north London.

Pedro Porro is regarded as Tottenham's first-choice right-back, while the arrival of Andy Robertson on a free transfer has dented Spence's chances of being the starting left-back in Roberto De Zerbi's side.

Spence has also previously shown a willingness to play abroad, having spent time on loan at Rennes and Genoa.

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of highly-rated teenager Tynan Thompson, with the England youth international arriving from Tottenham Hotspur.

The 18-year-old scored 13 goals and registered six assists for Tottenham Under-21s and Under-18s during the 2025-26 campaign, including seven goals in seven matches in the UEFA Youth League.

There has been a host of speculation surrounding Thompson in recent weeks, with Man United said to be determined to secure his signature.

The 20-time English champions have now confirmed his arrival.

"Manchester United have agreed the signing of exciting young winger Tynan Thompson, subject to registration," read a statement from the 20-time English champions. Everyone at United would like to welcome Tynan to the club and wish him the very best of luck for the future."

Man United confirm arrival of £8m Thompson

According to Sky Sports News, the deal for Thompson is worth up to £8m, with Man United paying an initial £4m plus a potential £4m in add-ons.

The report claims that Tottenham have a sell-on clause of 15%.

Journalist Laurie Whitwell has revealed that Thompson has been offered a pathway into the first team, with the youngster set to train with the senior side.

Thompson could be involved in Man United's preparations for the new campaign, with a view to making the first-team squad in the early stages of the season.

The attacker never made a first-team appearance for Tottenham, but he did make the matchday squad on three occasions last term, including against Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.

When could Thompson make his debut?

Man United will continue their preparations for the 2025-26 campaign with a friendly against Rosenborg on Friday, and there is a chance that Thompson could be involved in that clash.

The Red Devils will then tackle Atletico Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Leeds United and AC Milan in their final four friendlies of the summer before beginning their 2026-27 Premier League campaign against Hull City on August 22.

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Amid a busy summer on the transfer scene, Tottenham Hotspur will start warming up for the new Premier League campaign on Wednesday, when they meet MK Dons for a training ground friendly.

Roberto De Zerbi has embarked on a big rebuild after narrowly securing top-flight survival, with midfield pair Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali costing almost £200m between them - as neither played at the World Cup, they might be involved in midweek.

Fellow new boys Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi were among a big Spurs contingent at FIFA's top tournament, but most are still on leave. Like Senesi, club captain Cristian Romero and Spain star Pedro Porro both featured in Sunday's final and will be jetting off on holiday.

Flying full-back Djed Spence - the subject of intense transfer speculation following his England displays - is also unavailable, while De Zerbi is still missing several men due to injury.

Long-term absentees Xavi Simons, Wilson Odobert and Dejan Kulusevski are all on the road to recovery; veteran defender Ben Davies has been sidelined by an ankle injury since January and may not be ready to start.

More likely, Tottenham will turn to their young guns, including Mikey Moore, who has returned to North London after a successful loan spell with Rangers.

Fellow academy graduates Will Lankshear and Jamie Donley could also feature - along with Under-21s captain Alfie Dorrington - and there is the potential for fielding different teams in either half.

De Zerbi certainly has plenty of options to choose from, even if Luka Vuskovic, Radu Dragusin, Alfie Devine, Alejo Veliz and Yves Bissouma have all departed, while loan deals for Randal Kolo Muani and Joao Palhinha were not renewed.

Tottenham Hotspur possible starting lineup:

Austin; Adewole, Dorrington, Phillips, Souza; Gray, Gallagher; Donley, Maddison, Moore; Lankshear

After narrowly escaping Premier League relegation last term, Tottenham Hotspur will start a fresh page on Wednesday evening, when they host MK Dons in their first pre-season friendly.

Amid a manic month in the transfer market, Spurs begin the next chapter of Roberto De Zerbi's reign with a behind-closed-doors game at their training ground.

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Only a tense final-day victory over Everton confirmed Tottenham's Premier League status after another season of struggle, and the North London club have embarked on a big rebuild this summer.

Following back-to-back 17th-placed finishes, Spurs reacted by smashing their transfer record twice in one window, bringing in Mateus Fernandes for £85m and potentially breaking the £100m barrier for Sandro Tonali.

Head coach De Zerbi is also busy bolstering his backline, having acquired Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and experienced goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.

Minus several players still on leave following international duty, De Zerbi's squad recently resumed training, and preparations for the 2026-27 campaign are now under way.

A pre-season tour of New Zealand and Australia awaits - featuring games against Auckland FC, Sydney FC and old foes Chelsea - but Spurs will start with a low-key contest at their Enfield training base.

Wednesday's warm-up kicks off a month of friendlies leading to a tricky Premier League opener at Brentford, by which time a new-look squad should be fully fit and raring to go.

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The last time MK Dons met Tottenham - for a pre-season fixture five years ago - they were beaten 3-1 on home turf.

While the result is largely irrelevant at this early stage, the Milton Keynes club might expect to fare better this week, as they are much further along in terms of match-fitness.

The Dons have already beaten Maidenhead United 4-1, then lost 2-1 to NK Istra in Croatia, while a young XI recently drew 1-1 with Chippenham Town.

Paul Warne's side are gearing up for their league opener away to Oxford United, which will be preceded by a tough EFL Cup tie against Norwich City in early August.

Looking to build on last term, when they finished second in League Two and secured automatic promotion, staying afloat in the third tier may be their main aim.

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Neither Tonali nor Fernandes competed at the World Cup, so both could be in contention for Tottenham's first pre-season friendly, possibly appearing from the bench.

Robertson and Van Hecke are less likely to participate; fellow new boy Senesi, club captain Cristian Romero and Spain full-back Pedro Porro all featured in Sunday's final and will be heading off on holiday.

England star Djed Spence is also unavailable, while Xavi Simons, Wilson Odobert and Dejan Kulusevski have yet to fully recover from serious knee injuries; Ben Davies (ankle) remains a doubt.

Meanwhile, MK Dons have signed former Middlesbrough midfielder Dan Barlaser on a free transfer, following an impressive spell on loan at Hibernian.

Warne previously worked with Barlaser at Rotherham United, and the 29-year-old could team up with Cardiff City's current Player of the Year, Ryan Wintle, who captained the Bluebirds to promotion last term before joining the Dons.

Central defender Charlie Goode has also signed after his contract expired at Stevenage, taking a place on the bench against NK Istra last time out.

Tottenham Hotspur possible starting lineup:

Austin; Adewole, Dorrington, Phillips, Souza; Gray, Gallagher; Donley, Maddison, Moore; Lankshear

MK Dons possible starting lineup:

MacGillivray; Ekpiteta, Nelson, Goode; Jones, Wintle, Gilbey, Barlaser, Bramall; Hepburn-Murphy, Mendez-Laing

We say: Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 MK Dons

Expect an unfamiliar Spurs lineup and multiple changes, as the hosts get pre-season under way.

MK Dons have more match-fitness under their belts, so that should bridge an obvious gap in quality.

Inter Milan are reported to have scheduled a meeting with Tottenham Hotspur for defender Djed Spence.

The World Cup will end on Sunday, and once Argentina or Spain are crowned champions, attention will be diverted back to domestic football.

Tottenham have been one of the most active sides in the Premier League so far, spending in excess of £235m on the likes of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes.

Given Roberto De Zerbi's side have been so active in terms of incomings, it would not be surprising if there were a number of exits, with players such as Djed Spence linked with moves away.

A new report from La Gazzetta dello Sport claim that Inter Milan have scheduled a meeting with Spurs for the Englishman, and they are prepared to make a €35m (£29.75m) offer.

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Djed Spence latest: Why Spurs are willing to sell

Spence was criticised for his displays with the English national team during the earlier stages of the World Cup, but his intensity and energy won over fans as the tournament progressed.

It would seem odd for Spurs to sell the full-back after a strong summer showing, but he is unlikely to find minutes on either flank next term at club level.

Tottenham signed left-back Andrew Robertson for free, and Pedro Porro is a certain inclusion on the right side of defence.

Spence is also not particularly gifted on the ball, and while he possesses immense pace, the ability of Porro to act as a creative hub is set to earn him a starting spot.

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Tottenham Hotspur transfer news: A small squad for the Premier League

Another reason why Spurs may be willing to sell Spence is because they failed to qualify for Europe last season, meaning his minutes are likely to be severely restricted if he remains at the club.

Managers often enjoy working with smaller squads considering it allows for greater consistency in matchday lineups throughout the season.

The relaxed schedule means De Zerbi's players will have the opportunity to rest between games, giving the manager ability to keep his XI fresh, and that would further restrict Spence's time on the pitch.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly changed their stance on Lucas Bergvall and are now prepared to let him leave during the summer transfer window.

Spurs paid around £8.5m to sign Bergvall in 2024, but his future has come under scrutiny after he managed just 17 starts in 33 competitive appearances last season.

The North London club were initially reluctant to sell the Swedish midfielder, but have reportedly reconsidered their position after Bergvall asked to leave.

Nottingham Forest have already been linked with a move for the 20-year-old, with an offer in the region of £40m reportedly rejected.

Forest received a club-record £116m from the sale of Elliot Anderson to Manchester City this summer and are keen to reinvest in their midfield.

Lucas Bergvall: Forest eye another bid?

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According to Football Insider, Forest have been encouraged by Tottenham's revised stance and are preparing a second bid for Bergvall.

Forest could face strong competition from Premier League rivals Newcastle United, who have reportedly seen a verbal offer worth £46m turned down by Spurs.

The Magpies lost Sandro Tonali to Tottenham earlier this summer, and the two clubs could yet do more business if Newcastle step up their interest in Bergvall.

If Forest are to prise Bergvall away from Spurs, they may have to surpass Newcastle's offer to bring Tottenham to the negotiating table.

Lucas Bergvall set for Tottenham exit?

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The 20-year-old is widely regarded as one of Europe's brightest emerging talents and previously won Tottenham's Supporters' Player of the Season award for the 2024-25 campaign.

However, he struggled for regular game time last season, particularly under Roberto De Zerbi, and a summer departure is now becoming an increasingly realistic possibility.

Newcastle have already missed out on several transfer targets, including Johan Manzambi, and will need to be wary of competition from Forest in the race for Bergvall's signature.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing to open formal talks with Micky van de Ven over a new long-term contract.

Van de Ven had previously informed Spurs that he was not interested in discussing fresh terms, placing his long-term future at the club in doubt.

The 25-year-old made 45 appearances last season, scoring seven goals, and has established himself as a key player since joining from Wolfsburg for £34.5m in the summer of 2023.

Micky van de Ven contract situation: Change in scenario?

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The landscape at Tottenham has changed dramatically under Roberto De Zerbi, who masterminded the club's remarkable Premier League survival last season.

This summer, Spurs have already invested more than £225m on Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson, with further arrivals expected before the transfer window closes.

According to TEAMtalk, Spurs are increasingly confident that they can convince the Netherlands international to commit his long-term future to the club.

It has been reported for some time that Tottenham were planning to hold contract talks with the defender, and the timing now appears ideal for fresh discussions.

The report adds that positive discussions have taken place with the player's representatives during the summer, prompting Spurs to prepare formal negotiations over a new deal.

Will Cristian Romero stay at Tottenham?

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Van de Ven will be encouraged by the fact that Pedro Porro was persuaded by De Zerbi's vision earlier this summer before committing his own future to the club with a new long-term contract.

However, it remains to be seen whether Tottenham can convince Cristian Romero, who is set to feature for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final, to remain at the club beyond this summer.

As things stand, Romero appears destined to leave Spurs, with Inter Milan reportedly leading the race for his signature.

Barcelona are also credited with an interest in the Argentine, and while losing him would represent a significant blow, De Zerbi could rebuild his defence around Van de Ven by handing him greater responsibility at the heart of the backline.

Barcelona could reportedly move for Tottenham Hotspur's Pedro Porro this summer should Jules Kounde leave Camp Nou.

There is currently speculation surrounding Kounde's future, with Bayern Munich and Chelsea both believed to be keen to sign the France international this summer.

Barcelona would allegedly be willing to sell Kounde if they received an offer of £51m, and according to SPORT, Porro could arrive as the Frenchman's replacement.

The report claims that Barcelona have been highly impressed by Porro's performances at the 2026 World Cup, with the right-back in excellent form for Spain.

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Barca 'identify' Porro as Kounde replacement

However, a summer deal for the defender is viewed as complicated given that Tottenham view him as a vital player for the club moving forward.

Porro arrived at Tottenham from Sporting Lisbon in the summer of 2023, and he has represented the London club on 152 occasions, scoring 13 goals and registering 26 assists.

The 26-year-old scored twice and registered six assists in 47 appearances for Tottenham last season, including one goal and two assists in 34 Premier League matches.

Spurs had a difficult 2025-26 Premier League season, only narrowly avoiding relegation, and Porro would have been a certainty to leave this summer had Tottenham dropped into the Championship.

Porro has been one of the standout players at this summer's World Cup, scoring twice in five appearances for Spain, who will meet Argentina in Sunday's final.

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Could Real Madrid move for Porro?

There has also previously been claims that Real Madrid are keen on Porro, but Tottenham are in a strong position to keep hold of the defender.

Indeed, the Spaniard signed a new contract extension in June of this year, with his current deal due to run until the summer of 2031.

Real Madrid are not in the market for another right-back, having signed Denzel Dumfries, so there is highly unlikely to be a move to Bernabeu this summer.

Barcelona could step up their interest if Kounde moves on, but a lot would have to fall into place for Porro to join the Catalan giants during the current market.

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Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly turned down a £46m proposal for Lucas Bergvall from Newcastle United.

Last month, it was reported that Bergvall had informed Spurs of his desire to leave the club this summer.

The Sweden international wants to find a club that can offer him regular game time after settling for 17 starts in 33 competitive appearances last term.

Nottingham Forest have already shown interest in the 20-year-old, having failed with a £38m transfer offer.

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Spurs reject Newcastle's Bergvall transfer bid

According to Sky Sports News, Newcastle United are the latest club to table a bid for the midfielder.

The Magpies have had a £46m verbal offer rejected by Tottenham, who are reluctant to sell Bergvall despite being aware of his stance.

Spurs insist the player is not for sale this summer, although they have held discussions with Newcastle about the sort of fee it would take to soften their stance.

Having recently had their bid for Johan Manzambi hijacked by Aston Villa, Newcastle need to be wary of Forest's interest in Bergvall.

Despite failing with their initial proposal, Oliver Glasner's side are still in the race to sign a player who is under contract at Spurs

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Why are Newcastle keen to sign Bergvall?

Newcastle have already signed 18-year-old midfielder Sean Steur from Dutch giants Ajax.

However, they are still looking to bolster Eddie Howe's midfield options after selling Sandro Tonali to Tottenham this summer and seeing Bruno Guimaraes emerge as a target for Arsenal.

Tottenham Hotspur are focusing heavily on revamping their squad under head coach Roberto De Zerbi after a 17th-place finish in the 2025-26 Premier League campaign.

The North London outfit have already undergone a massive structural overhaul in defence and midfield, securing high-profile signings such as Sandro Tonali and Andy Robertson.

Spurs have also welcomed Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke, Martin Dubravka and Mateus Fernandes to the club to shore up their goalkeeping department, defence and midfield.

Attention has now firmly shifted toward restructuring De Zerbi's forward line as the Italian tactician aims to build a much more clinical attacking unit.

While England international Dominic Solanke is expected to be retained and the club are reportedly targeting Norway and Benfica star Andreas Schjelderup, the incoming changes have raised major questions about the long-term future of several current forwards.

Old Lady 'eye' Richarlison swoop but forward prefers England stay

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According to TEAMtalk, Serie A heavyweights Juventus have registered concrete interest in securing the services of versatile striker Richarlison.

The Italian giants are keen to bring the experienced Brazilian international to Turin to bolster their own continental ambitions ahead of next season.

However, sources close to the 29-year-old have emphasised that his clear preference is to remain in the Premier League.

The combative forward recently achieved a significant personal milestone by successfully obtaining British citizenship after embracing life in the United Kingdom completely.

This personal development has provided the player with immense domestic stability, making him highly reluctant to orchestrate a disruptive move abroad this summer.

Spurs maintain 'strict transfer stance' on outbound Richarlison sale

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Spurs are said to remain open to sanctioning a lucrative sale for the former Everton man if a compelling financial offer materialises over the coming weeks.

However, the Lilywhites will reportedly refuse to entertain any formal bids until they have successfully secured a high-quality replacement in the market.

De Zerbi's side are already tracking potential targets, with Bournemouth starlet Eli Junior Kroupi and free-agent striker Dusan Vlahovic heavily linked with moves to North London.

Richarlison's impressive work rate and tactical versatility ensure he remains a valuable squad option for depth unless a fresh No. 9 arrives.

Indeed, any potential departure to Italy will depend entirely on how quickly the Spurs recruitment team can navigate their own incoming forward business.