EXCLUSIVE- Harry Kane’ transfer agreed, Eze signs, £115m duo axed – Tottenham dream 25-man squad revealed
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou is set to closely evaluate his squad during the pre-season as he considers potential signings for the upcoming 2024-25 Premier League campaign. Despite having only added one new player to their ranks so far, Spurs are poised to make further moves in the transfer market to strengthen their squad under the leadership of the former Celtic manager.
Postecoglou’s summer signings from the previous year made significant impacts early in the season. James Maddison, for example, shone brightly before an injury hindered his performance in the latter half of the campaign. Similarly, the £43 million investment in Micky van de Ven has proven to be a wise choice, with the Dutch defender receiving praise for his impressive displays, helping the team navigate through the departure of star striker Harry Kane to Bayern Munich.
This summer, Postecoglou is reportedly eager to continue building his ideal 25-man squad. So far, the only new addition is the 18-year-old talent Archie Gray. However, the Australian coach is actively scouting for more reinforcements, particularly in the striker position, given Son Heung-min’s dip in form last season. One of the potential targets is Bournemouth’s Dominic Solanke, who scored 19 goals in the Premier League last term.
Postecoglou is also said to be an admirer of Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze. The versatile midfielder is open to a move to a bigger club this summer, and Palace has set a £60 million release clause in his contract. This amount may be feasible if Tottenham’s chairman Daniel Levy decides to pursue the deal. Meanwhile, Timo Werner has had his loan from RB Leipzig extended for another season, primarily featuring on the left wing.
Financial considerations will play a significant role in Tottenham’s transfer activities. The club is likely to raise funds by offloading some players before making substantial investments. Richarlison, who has managed just 16 goals in 66 appearances since his high-profile move from Everton in 2022, is one such player who might be sold, especially with interest from Saudi Arabian clubs. The Brazilian forward is keen to remain in London, but his underwhelming performance could prompt Spurs to consider lucrative offers.
Another potential departure is Giovani Lo Celso. The Argentine midfielder, who joined Spurs for £55 million in 2020, has struggled to secure a regular spot and spent most of last season as a backup. He is expected to be among several players axed by Postecoglou, alongside Emerson Royal, Djed Spence, and Bryan Gil. Young talents Jamie Donley, Ashley Phillips, Dane Scarlett, and Alejo Veliz are likely to go out on loan to gain experience.
The impending loan move of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to Marseille, with an obligation to buy for £16 million, could accelerate Tottenham’s plans in the transfer market. Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher has been on their radar for over a year, and with his contract entering its final year, Spurs see an opportunity for a potential bargain. Chelsea, despite being London rivals, are open to selling Gallagher to another Premier League club if their £50 million valuation is met. However, with Gallagher potentially available as a free agent next summer, Spurs might leverage this to negotiate a better deal.
The backbone of the team, consisting of Guglielmo Vicario, Cristian Romero, Maddison, and Son, provides a solid foundation. A few more strategic signings could bolster Tottenham’s depth and help them reclaim a spot in the Champions League.
Tottenham’s dream 25-man squad for the 2024-25 season:
Goalkeepers:
– Brandon Austin
– Fraser Forster
– Guglielmo Vicario
– Alfie Whiteman
Defenders
– Ben Davies
– Radu Dragusin
– Archie Gray
– Pedro Porro
– Cristian Romero
– Destiny Udogie
– Micky van de Ven
Midfielders
– Rodrigo Bentancur
– Lucas Bergvall
– Yves Bissouma
– Conor Gallagher*
– James Maddison
– Pape Matar Sarr
– Oliver Skipp
Attackers
– Eberechi Eze*
– Brennan Johnson
– Dejan Kulusevski
– Dominic Solanke*
– Manor Solomon
– Son Heung-min
– Timo Werner