Tottenham could be about to sign four players – ‘they will spend very substantially’
Tottenham Hotspur could complete up to four new signings before the summer transfer window slams shut on 1 September, as the club looks to urgently reinforce Thomas Frank’s squad.
The north London outfit have already been one of the busiest sides in the market, but the work behind the scenes is far from over. Spurs are understood to be in advanced negotiations for Brazilian winger Savinho, although Manchester City — who retain a degree of control over his future — have reportedly rejected a £60 million approach for the 20-year-old starlet.
At the same time, Tottenham’s pursuit of Eberechi Eze is gathering momentum. According to former Spurs scout Mick Brown, the club are “closing in” on an agreement with Crystal Palace for the England international, who has long been admired for his creativity and ability to play across the frontline.
So far this window, Tottenham’s biggest outlay has been the £55 million acquisition of Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United, a deal that underlined the club’s ambition to recruit proven quality. In addition, Spurs have moved quickly to secure Mathys Tel, Kevin Danso, Luka Vuskovic, and Kota Takai on permanent deals, bringing their total spending to around £125 million. Midfielder Joao Palhinha has also arrived on loan from Bayern Munich, offering experience and steel in the centre of the pitch.
Spurs forced into transfer action
The urgency in the market has only increased due to two major setbacks: James Maddison has been ruled out for the season with an interior cruciate ligament injury, while former captain Son Heung-min has left for MLS side Los Angeles FC. These blows leave Spurs short of firepower as they prepare for a grueling campaign that includes a return to the Champions League.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, former Manchester City financial adviser Stefan Borson explained why he expects Spurs to invest heavily before deadline day.
> “I think they need players. You’ve got a Champions League season coming and, with Son gone, the club’s wage-to-revenue ratio is now way below Premier League averages. It’s probably under 40 per cent, which is just too low. There has got to be some investment, and there will be.
I think they’ll bring in three or four players before the window closes. The only question is at what price level. They clearly want Savinho and Eze, and it doesn’t look like they’re treating them as alternatives. Whatever happens, Spurs will spend — because they have no choice. They finished 17th last season, lost 21 games, and now have Maddison and Son out. It’s a situation that demands spending.”
Spurs cool interest in Mitrovic
While the likes of Savinho and Eze are firmly on the radar, Tottenham are unlikely to revive interest in Aleksandar Mitrovic. Brown revealed that the Serbian striker is not a priority target despite speculation linking him with a Premier League return.
Mitrovic, currently with Al-Hilal, faces an uncertain future after the Saudi club snapped up Darwin Núñez from Liverpool. However, Tottenham do not see him as the solution to their attacking needs. Leeds United were also linked earlier this summer, but their decision to sign Dominic Calvert-Lewin on a free transfer effectively ended that possibility.
A critical two weeks ahead
With less than a fortnight to go until the window closes, Tottenham find themselves at a pivotal moment. The arrival of Thomas Frank has injected fresh optimism, but with a Champions League campaign looming and key players missing, Spurs know they must strengthen substantially.
Whether it’s Savinho, Eze, or other surprise targets, Tottenham are expected to be one of the most active clubs in Europe between now and 1 September.