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Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly close to finalising Manor Solomon's transfer to West Ham United.

After an unprecedented spending spree during the early phase of the summer window, Roberto De Zerbi and the club's board naturally want to facilitate some outgoings.

Ashley Phillips's pending move to Middlesbrough is expected to take Spurs' income through sales to the £80m mark, with many add-ons to follow in the future.

However, there is still a desire to cash in on players such as Solomon who have no future at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Israel star will soon become a West Ham player.

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West Ham closing on Solomon transfer

The report claims that West Ham have progressed to the final stages of negotiations with their Spurs counterparts.

Championship title favourites West Ham are said to be confident that a deal will soon be completed.

Although a transfer fee is not mentioned by Romano, Israel National News claims that it will be just under £10m.

With Solomon having moved to Spurs on a free transfer in 2023, it will represent a huge profit for Spurs.

Injuries and loan spells elsewhere have meant that he has only made six appearances for the club.

During 2025-26, Solomon made 11 appearances for Villarreal and 19 outings for Fiorentina.

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Solomon deal major coup for West Ham

At a time when they are preparing to face Portsmouth in the EFL Cup first round on Saturday, West Ham supporters will argue that their transfer business has been slow.

Nevertheless, adding Solomon to the squad should be viewed as a major coup, the player having previous contributed 10 goals from 39 games during Leeds United's 2024-25 Championship title-winning campaign.

Providing that he stays fit, the 27-year-old has the potential to be a regular starter under Nuno Espirito Santo.

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Defender talk has dominated the transfer landscape at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium over the past 24 hours, as Roberto De Zerbi is soon expected to wave goodbye to one central stalwart, while the other has held positive discussions over a contract extension.

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Arsenal 'still interested' in shock Cristian Romero move

Tottenham make progress in Micky van de Ven contract talks

Tottenham transfer news today: What's happening on August 8?

While Tottenham have splashed the cash in the transfer market like never before this summer, the Lilywhites also received a significant internal boost with news of progress on Micky van de Ven's contract extension, the 25-year-old Netherlands international said to have never been considered for sale throughout the summer.

The renewal, which mirrors the structure of Pedro Porro's recent extension, ties down a centre-back who has developed into one of the Premier League's most dynamic defenders and gives Roberto De Zerbi the stability in his backline he needs to absorb the uncertainty around Cristian Romero.

The Argentine's situation grew more complicated on Friday, as Arsenal - on the lookout for a William Saliba replacement while the Frenchman recovers from a back injury - are still pursuing his services, alongside Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan, but the Spanish side are considered the top contenders to sign him.

Elsewhere, Conor Gallagher received a surprise offer from a European club, representing the latest signal from De Zerbi that players who are not considered integral to his plans will be allowed to leave.

The Savinho deal from Manchester City is still expected to be confirmed, though a formal announcement has still to arrive, and the fee is understood to be edging closer to £70m following revised City demands.

Spurs face Getafe in another pre-season friendly on August 8, with De Zerbi expected to use the game as his last major squad assessment before the Premier League opener against Brentford on August 22.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly received an offer from Besiktas for Conor Gallagher.

The England international only made the switch from Atletico Madrid to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in January.

A total of 14 starts and four substitute outings were made under different managers, suggesting that the former Chelsea star was in line to become a mainstay in the squad.

However, the arrivals of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes have left Roberto De Zerbi with decisions to make over how many central midfielders he wants in his squad.

According to Sozcu, there is the option of allowing the 26-year-old to join Besiktas.

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Besiktas make Gallagher offer

The report claims that the Turkish giants have made a loan offer for Gallagher.

Head coach Vincenzo Montella has allegedly requested the signing of Gallagher as he bids to put together a squad capable of challenging for the Super Lig title.

Besiktas are also attempting to qualify for the League Phase of the Europa League after finishing in fourth position in the league standings in 2025-26.

Spurs are yet to make a decision on Gallagher, who has earned regular minutes during pre-season.

He also has a contract with the North London outfit until the end of the 2030-31 campaign.

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Should Spurs consider Gallagher exit?

De Zerbi is well stocked for options in the engine room, with Tonali and Fernandes joined by Pape Matar Sarr, Rodrigo Bentancur and Archie Gray.

Lucas Bergvall also remains at the club ahead of a likely transfer elsewhere, but there is an argument that De Zerbi needs no more than five options for the number six and eight positions.

Theoretically-speaking, Gallagher may be among the players who the Italian would consider for a move elsewhere.

At the same time, Spurs are not blessed with homegrown players in their squad, and Gallagher could be kept at the club for registration purposes.

Tottenham Hotspur have received a significant boost ahead of the new Premier League season after reaching an agreement with one of their most important players.

Roberto De Zerbi has made retaining his defensive core a priority during his first summer in charge.

Now, central defender Micky van de Ven looks set to commit his long-term future to the club.

Micky van de Ven set to sign new Spurs contract

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Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Tottenham have reached a verbal agreement with Van de Ven over a new long-term contract.

The Dutch defender will receive a salary increase as part of the deal, with Romano explaining that the situation mirrors Pedro Porro's recent renewal.

Romano also stressed that Van de Ven has never been considered for sale this summer, underlining just how highly he is regarded by both De Zerbi and the Tottenham hierarchy.

The agreement now leaves only the formalities before the 25-year-old officially extends his stay in north London.

Huge boost for Roberto De Zerbi and Spurs

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Securing Van de Ven's future is as important as any new signing Tottenham could make this summer.

The Netherlands international has developed into one of the Premier League's standout centre-backs thanks to his recovery pace, composure in possession and ability to defend large spaces behind the back line, all qualities that are perfectly suited to De Zerbi's attacking style.

With uncertainty surrounding the futures of several other defenders during the transfer window, tying the Netherlands international down sends a clear message that Spurs intend to build around one of their most reliable performers.

Supporters will also be encouraged that the club are rewarding key players rather than allowing speculation to grow.

Keeping the spine of the squad together gives De Zerbi a stronger platform to build on, and Van de Ven's new contract represents a major statement of stability as Tottenham look to challenge at the top end of the Premier League once again.

Tottenham Hotspur will return to London after their pre-season tour of Australia to take on Spanish side Getafe in a friendly at Hotspur Way on Saturday.

It has been an eventful pre-season for the North London club following significant changes to a squad that struggled over the past two seasons, while Getafe arrive looking to build on an impressive finish to last season that earned them a place in the UEFA Conference League.

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Roberto De Zerbi is not messing around this summer after seeing the scale of the task facing him in London since his arrival late last season.

The Italian helped Spurs avoid relegation to the Championship and has been rewarded with unprecedented backing in the transfer window, which has already strengthened the squad ahead of the new season.

The Lilywhites have completed big-money moves for Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, Jan van Hecke and Marcos Senesi, while Manchester City's Savinho and Liverpool's Cody Gakpo remain important attacking targets this summer.

De Zerbi's side have also impressed in their on-field preparations by winning all four of their pre-season friendlies, beating MK Dons in London before opening their Australia tour with a 2-0 victory over Auckland FC, edging Sydney FC 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, and then securing an impressive 2-1 win over London rivals Chelsea last weekend.

The victory over the Blues was even more impressive as Spurs played with 10 men after Kevin Danso was sent off a few minutes into the first half for a foul on Joao Pedro with the score level at 1-1, but Richarlison snatched a 92nd-minute winner to complete another successful outing for De Zerbi's side.

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Getafe will face Monaco on Thursday at Stade Louis II after replacing Inter Milan for the fixture.

The Spanish side have put together a mixed set of results during pre-season as Jose Bordalas continues to prepare his squad for the 2026-27 campaign, opening their summer schedule with a narrow 1-0 victory over Reading to make a winning start before attention turned to a series of tougher tests.

The Madrid club followed that success with another positive result by beating Tenerife 2-1 on July 22, making it back-to-back victories while the squad continued to build fitness and Bordalas assessed his options ahead of the new La Liga season.

Their third outing ended in a goalless draw against Real Valladolid on July 25, with the clean sheet extending Getafe's unbeaten start to pre-season to three matches before they faced their biggest challenge of the summer.

That unbeaten run came to an end last week with a 4-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid, which was Getafe's heaviest loss of pre-season so far and their first setback after opening the summer with two wins and a draw.

Los Azulones will have the chance to respond on Saturday when they travel to London to face Tottenham Hotspur at Spurs' Enfield Training Centre.

Getafe have faced Tottenham only once in their history, beating Spurs 2-1 at White Hart Lane in a group-stage match during the 2007-08 UEFA Cup.

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Mateus Fernandes missed Tottenham's 1-1 draw with Sydney FC due to calf fatigue last week and was also absent from Saturday's 2-1 victory over Chelsea, although Roberto De Zerbi played down concerns over the 22-year-old's condition, insisting he is not injured and will resume training when the squad returns to London next week.

Mohammed Kudus and Dejan Kulusevski continue to make progress in their recoveries from thigh and knee injuries respectively, while Xavi Simons remains on the long road back from the serious knee ligament injury he suffered earlier this year.

Getafe head into the new season with a fully fit squad under Bordalas, while Martin Satriano has impressed during pre-season with two goals in four appearances and will be confident ahead of the trip.

The Spanish side are also preparing for European competition next season after strengthening their squad during the summer, with Bordalas focused on building team spirit and cohesion.

Tottenham Hotspur possible starting lineup:

Kinsky; Gray, Van Hecke, Davies, Robertson; Bergvall, Tonali, Gallagher; Solomon, Tel, Richarlison

Getafe possible starting lineup:

Soria; Femenia, Abqar, Romero, Davinchi; Uche, Martin, Terrats; Lopez, Sotriano, Mayoral

We say: Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 Getafe

Tottenham have enjoyed an impressive pre-season, winning every match so far, but they face a sterner test against one of La Liga's strongest defensive sides from last season.

Getafe, meanwhile, are likely to rotate heavily after facing Monaco just two days earlier. That could work in Spurs' favour, with the hosts expected to have the edge as they look to maintain their perfect pre-season record.

Djed Spence faces an uncertain future at Tottenham Hotspur following a highly successful summer on the international stage with England.

The 25-year-old defender impressed during the 2026 World Cup, helping his nation secure a third-place finish in North America.

Despite his standout performances, Roberto De Zerbi is reportedly planning major changes to his squad ahead of the new Premier League campaign.

While it was never explicitly stated that Spence is out of favour, several European clubs have been monitoring the full-back closely over the past few weeks.

Inter Milan are believed to have previously engaged in advanced talks for his signature but ultimately walked away after baulking at Tottenham's valuation.

PL giant 'show interest' in Tottenham defender Djed Spence

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Liverpool have now reportedly emerged as a potential destination for the versatile wide defender as they look to bolster their defensive ranks.

According to Tom Barclay, Liverpool have a genuine interest in bringing Spence to Anfield before the transfer window closes.

Barclay notes that while other unnamed clubs currently exhibit stronger interest, the Reds are carefully monitoring how the situation develops.

Spurs have reportedly set an asking price of around £35m for the former Genoa loanee, making a departure increasingly likely, given the reasonable fee in an inflated market.

Djed Spence faces an uncertain future at Tottenham Hotspur following a highly successful summer on the international stage with England.

The 25-year-old defender impressed during the 2026 World Cup, helping his nation secure a third-place finish in North America.

Despite his standout performances, Roberto De Zerbi is reportedly planning major changes to his squad ahead of the new Premier League campaign.

While it was never explicitly stated that Spence is out of favour, several European clubs have been monitoring the full-back closely over the past few weeks.

Inter Milan are believed to have previously engaged in advanced talks for his signature but ultimately walked away after baulking at Tottenham's valuation.

PL giant 'show interest' in Tottenham defender Djed Spence

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Liverpool have now reportedly emerged as a potential destination for the versatile wide defender as they look to bolster their defensive ranks.

According to Tom Barclay, Liverpool have a genuine interest in bringing Spence to Anfield before the transfer window closes.

Barclay notes that while other unnamed clubs currently exhibit stronger interest, the Reds are carefully monitoring how the situation develops.

Spurs have reportedly set an asking price of around £35m for the former Genoa loanee, making a departure increasingly likely, given the reasonable fee in an inflated market.

Would Spence be a smart addition for Liverpool?

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A fee of £35m represents a reasonable investment for a homegrown player entering the prime years of his career.

Spence, 25, possesses the necessary pace and tactical flexibility to operate effectively on either flank, which would provide valuable cover in Liverpool's defensive system.

Furthermore, his recent World Cup displays demonstrated his ability to handle immense pressure on the biggest stage.

Whether the Reds choose to formalise their interest with an official bid remains to be seen, but Spence undoubtedly possesses the attributes to succeed at a top-tier club.

Would Spence be a smart addition for Liverpool?

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A fee of £35m represents a reasonable investment for a homegrown player entering the prime years of his career.

Spence, 25, possesses the necessary pace and tactical flexibility to operate effectively on either flank, which would provide valuable cover in Liverpool's defensive system.

Furthermore, his recent World Cup displays demonstrated his ability to handle immense pressure on the biggest stage.

Whether the Reds choose to formalise their interest with an official bid remains to be seen, but Spence undoubtedly possesses the attributes to succeed at a top-tier club.

Tottenham Hotspur have been offered the chance to sign Monaco striker Folarin Balogun, as Roberto De Zerbi continues his search for attacking reinforcements.

Monaco have struggled for good news this summer as they look to raise funds and balance their finances under Filipe Luis. The Brazilian coach has already lost young talents Aladji Bamba and Kassoum Ouattara, as well as left-back Caio Henrique, and could soon see his best player, Maghnes Akliouche, move to Paris Saint-Germain.

Balogun offered to Tottenham Hotspur

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According to reports in the English press, Balogun's representatives have approached Tottenham Hotspur directly through intermediaries, offering the 25-year-old as an option to provide competition for Dominic Solanke.

Balogun's contract with Monaco runs until June 2028, but the striker's availability for a reasonable fee has made him an attractive option for Tottenham Hotspur, who have already been busy in the market this summer, adding several defenders and midfielders to De Zerbi's squad.

The American forward, who spent 12 years in Arsenal's academy before making just 10 first-team appearances for the Gunners, joined Monaco from Arsenal in 2023 in a deal worth £34.3m, including a sell-on clause.

According to French outlet L'Equipe, Balogun is also set to change representation, with his career now overseen by renowned agent Jorge Mendes, who will reportedly be 'tasked with finding him a new club'.

A standout performer at the World Cup, where he was also at the centre of controversy following a rescinded red card, Balogun scored 19 goals and provided four assists last season for Monaco.

Tottenham weigh up other striker options too

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Balogun is not the only forward on Tottenham Hotspur's radar.

Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson has also been offered to the club, though he remains wanted by Aston Villa and Newcastle United as well, while Galatasaray's Victor Osimhen is under consideration, albeit at a price of between £65m and £70m that Spurs currently view as too steep.

Solanke remains De Zerbi's first-choice striker, but his fitness has been a recurring issue, and Tottenham Hotspur are determined to add genuine competition and depth up front before the transfer window closes.

Balogun's proven Ligue 1 output and World Cup form make him one of the more realistic and affordable options on that shortlist.

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Stay up to date with all of the latest developments surrounding the incomings and outgoings at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as head coach Roberto De Zerbi endeavours to steer Spurs away from the Premier League relegation zone during his first full season at the helm.

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Tottenham's 'ambitious' approach for Manchester United attacker

Tottenham transfer news today: What's happening on August 6?

A new development emerged in the Cristian Romero race on Wednesday, when Atletico Madrid were reported to be preparing a formal offer for the Argentina international.

Atletico's interest complicates the Romero landscape: Inter Milan had set themselves a 10-day deadline to complete a deal at around £34m, but Spurs' initial asking price sat closer to £43m, and Atletico's arrival could either accelerate the process by forcing Inter's hand or drag it out by encouraging Spurs to hold firm for a higher fee.

Further forward, the Savinho pursuit from Manchester City is becoming more expensive than initially anticipated, with the fee now said to be approaching £70m rather than the £60m figure that had been widely expected.

Antonio Nusa of RB Leipzig has been identified as a potential alternative to Savinho, but it remains to be seen if the Bundesliga club would sanction a second high-profile exit alongside Yan Diomande to Real Madrid.

The Andreas Schjelderup situation remains unresolved, with Benfica having rejected Spurs' £47m package and demanding a higher fee, and the Cody Gakpo route from Liverpool still understood to require an extraordinary financial commitment that Spurs may not be willing to make given the Savinho price inflation.

Elsewhere, Richarlison's future is still unsettled,, Liverpool have apparently earmarked World Cup star Djed Spence as a prime defensive target, and Spurs' 'ambitious' approach for a Manchester United attacker became public knowledge.

Tottenham Hotspur have no pressing need to sign a new striker amid links with Nicolas Jackson and Victor Osimhen, an ex-Spurs goalkeeper has exclusively told Sports Mole.

The Lilywhites have four recognised centre-forwards on the books in Dominic Solanke, Richarlison, Mathys Tel and Dane Scarlett, although the latter is unlikely to have a long-term future at the club.

Meanwhile, Tel has largely been stationed out wide during his time in North London, while Richarlison is in the final 12 months of his contract and Solanke missed 35 games across all competitions through injury in the 2025-26 campaign.

Spurs' striker uncertainty has led to talk of a new number nine arriving this summer, although Tottenham are not expected to move for Chelsea's Jackson, who comes with a £65m price tag.

Galatasaray's Osimhen is valued at the same amount, but former Tottenham goalkeeper Brad Friedel believes that both Solanke and Richarlison have plenty to offer next season.

"You do have to look at existing strikers first as Solanke can fit into the style of play for De Zerbi," Friedel told Sports Mole. "Also, Richarlison is another player who has shown he is capable of scoring goals in the Premier League."

Can Dominic Solanke fit Roberto De Zerbi's Tottenham?

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Solanke made just three appearances for De Zerbi's Tottenham last season - against Sunderland, Brighton & Hove Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers - and failed to register a goal or assist in any of them.

It was against Wolves that Solanke sustained his season-ending muscular injury, but the 28-year-old and De Zerbi have already talked each other up, the former affirming that his manager's attack-heavy style suits a striker of his ilk.

De Zerbi also hailed Solanke as one of the best strikers in the Premier League last season, and the £65m man largely fits the bill in terms of what the Italian is looking for from his number nine.

The 6ft 1in Solanke is a physically combative striker with intelligent link-up play and the ability to hold up centre-backs, which would also allow any potential new wingers to cut in on the attack.

Tottenham given green light to sign £102m attacking duo

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Spurs suffered out wide last season due to the serious injuries sustained by Mohammed Kudus, Wilson Odobert, Xavi Simons and Dejan Kulusevski, the latter of whom is only just back in full training after missing the entirety of 2025-26.

With Mikey Moore likely to be loaned out and Manor Solomon expected to be sold, Tottenham are in the market for a new winger and are working to conclude a £60m deal with Manchester City for Savinho.

Spurs have also been credited with an interest in Ibrahim Mbaye of Paris Saint-Germain, and Friedel is confident that either would be a suitable fit for De Zerbi's team.

"Looking at any additions, then any of them can work at Spurs; a new manager in his first full season can bring fresh ideas after the previous season's struggles," the American added.

Tottenham are back in pre-season action on Saturday against Getafe at Hotspur Way, before hosting Hoffenheim at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on August 15.

Tottenham Hotspur reportedly have no desire to make a move for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson during the summer transfer window.

Earlier on Tuesday, shock claims emerged over Tottenham's apparent interest in Jackson, whose future is in limbo after a mixed loan spell at Bayern Munich last season.

The 25-year-old came up with 11 goals and four assists in 34 matches for the Bundesliga champions, largely playing second fiddle to Harry Kane in the top flight and Champions League.

Jackson's loan included an agreement for a £56.2m obligation to buy if he made a set number of appearances, but he would have had to have represented Bayern 40 times for that clause to remain mandatory.

Bayern still had the option to keep the Senegal international, but they decided against extending their partnership, and Jackson will soon return to Chelsea for pre-season training following the World Cup.

Tottenham 'not expected' to explore Nicolas Jackson move

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Xabi Alonso has hinted that Jackson could have a future at Chelsea, but the former Villarreal man now faces additional attacking competition from new signing Danny Welbeck, alongside Joao Pedro, Liam Delap and new signing Emmanuel Emegha.

However, Tottenham will seemingly not be offering him an escape route, as Alasdair Gold claims that Spurs are not expected to explore a deal for Jackson in the current summer window.

The Blues have apparently slapped a £65m price tag on the head of the striker, whose contract runs until 2023, although it is not clear whether that valuation had impacted Spurs' supposed interest at all.

Jackson - who is also thought to have caught the eye of Aston Villa this summer - has registered 30 goals and 12 assists in 81 appearances for Chelsea across all competitions since his 2023 arrival from Villarreal.

Do Tottenham need to sign another striker this summer?

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Tottenham are not short of players who can operate through the middle, as Dominic Solanke, Richarlison, Dane Scarlett and Mathys Tel are all on the books, although the latter has mainly played out wide in pre-season so far.

Furthermore, 22-year-old Scarlett is yet to have a first-team breakthrough and could very well be on the move this summer, while Richarlison is now in the final 12 months of his contract.

However, Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed his desire to keep hold of Richarlison, who has already scored twice in pre-season after netting a club-high 12 goals in all competitions last season.

The 29-year-old does not appear to be in concrete talks with any rival clubs, nor is he forcing an exit, although Spurs are now running the risk of losing their £50m investment for nothing in 2027 if they do not sell this summer.