Tottenham Hotspur’s summer overhaul continues at pace, but Roberto De Zerbi has reportedly insisted one attacking player will only leave once the club has sorted a key incoming signing first.
Following a disappointing 17th-place finish in the Premier League last term, Spurs have already reshaped much of the squad with the additions of Sandro Tonali, Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke, Martin Dúbravka, and Mateus Fernandes.
With defence and midfield well sorted, focus has now turned to the forward line as De Zerbi looks to build a sharper, more effective attack. While Dominic Solanke remains a key part of the club’s plans and Spurs keep tabs on promising attacking targets, doubt lingers over the futures of some current forwards.
Top European club circling
A seasoned Tottenham attacker has become a genuine target for one of Italy’s leading clubs ahead of next season. Despite this interest, the player is said to prefer staying in England rather than moving abroad, having settled into life in the UK following an important personal event — a preference that could complicate talks as the window progresses.
De Zerbi sets his terms
While Tottenham would reportedly entertain a sale if the right offer came in, the club won’t sign off on any departure until a replacement is lined up. De Zerbi is understood to rate the forward highly for his versatility, experience, and work rate, meaning any exit hinges on Spurs first landing another striker.
Search for a new striker continues
Tottenham remain active in the market for a centre-forward to bolster De Zerbi’s options up front. Several names are still being linked with a switch to North London, but until a deal is done, the club are expected to hold their ground on their current forward’s future. With the window reaching a critical point, Spurs must carefully balance reshaping the attack without leaving De Zerbi short of options heading into the new season.
