Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto de Zerbi said the club expects to sign two or three more players [2] before the summer transfer window closes.
These acquisitions are intended to revitalize a squad that struggled during a tumultuous relegation-battle campaign in the 2023-24 season. The club is seeking to build momentum and generate excitement among supporters as they enter the 2024-25 season.
De Zerbi said the arrival of Sandro Tonali was a primary achievement of the current window. He said Tonali was the crown jewel of the incoming class [3]. The transfer fee for the midfielder was €115 million [3].
While the club has focused on additions, there is also movement regarding departing players. Reports indicate that defender Djed Spence is leaving Tottenham for Inter Milan [3]. This suggests a strategy of trimming the squad while adding high-value talent to specific positions.
Despite the significant investment in Tonali, the manager said the recruitment process is not yet complete. "We are not done yet; two to three more players will join before deadline day," de Zerbi said [2].
The focus remains on strengthening the roster to ensure the club avoids the instability of the previous year. The current window represents the first full opportunity for de Zerbi to shape the squad to his tactical preferences since taking over the London-based club.
“"We are not done yet; two to three more players will join before deadline day."”
The aggressive spending on Sandro Tonali and the pursuit of further signings signal a shift in Tottenham's strategy from survival to competitiveness. By investing heavily in the midfield and offloading fringe players like Djed Spence, the club is attempting to rapidly bridge the gap between their recent relegation struggle and the top tier of the league.
