Tottenham Hotspur's summer transfer plans are in full swing, with Roberto De Zerbi aiming to rebuild the squad and challenge higher up the Premier League table. With a first-team squad of 36 players, De Zerbi has his work cut out for him, and the transfer window is set to be a busy one.
One of the key areas of focus is goalkeeping. Guglielmo Vicario's future is uncertain, with two years left on his contract and various Serie A clubs interested in his services. If Vicario leaves, Tottenham will need another first-choice goalkeeper to compete with Antonin Kinsky and Brandon Austin. Bart Verbruggen, a former player of De Zerbi's at Brighton, is on the club's radar, but the Seagulls would expect a substantial fee for the 23-year-old.
Moving on to full-backs, Andy Robertson's arrival brings experience and a winning mentality. Destiny Udogie's absence due to injuries has been a concern, but Ben Davies' extended contract and the versatility of Djed Spence and Micky van de Ven provide options. Loaned player Souza could be sent out to gain experience in European football.
Centre-backs are another area of interest. Tottenham have already signed Marcos Senesi, a left-footed 29-year-old, on a free transfer. The focus now shifts to the right side, where Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton is a target. However, the £70 million valuation poses a challenge, as it could impact the departure of captain Cristian Romero, who has a longer contract. Luka Vuskovic, a 19-year-old Croatian, might need another loan move if Van Hecke joins.
In midfield, Yves Bissouma's departure is imminent, and Tottenham must decide on Joao Palhinha's future. De Zerbi aims to improve the quality and ball-playing ability in the midfield, with Rodrigo Bentancur and Conor Gallagher attracting interest. Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray are long-term prospects, but loan moves might be necessary to manage the squad size.
The attack is a department filled with injury doubts. De Zerbi desires another striker, with Dominic Solanke as a target. Richarlison's contract is up for renewal, and the club may look to cash in on him. Randal Kolo Muani and Alejo Veliz are leaving, and De Zerbi should consider Will Lankshear, who had a successful loan spell. The transfer market is limited in available strikers, and Tottenham may need to get creative to secure a rising star.
De Zerbi's squad overhaul is a challenging task, but with the right signings and strategic decisions, Tottenham aims to improve their position and challenge for higher league positions.
