Tottenham is reportedly targeting big names like Savinho, Rafael Leao, and James Trafford as new manager Roberto De Zerbi gears up for a squad overhaul following a near-relegation scare.
Spurs have reportedly already secured deals for Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali in significant transfers, but their ambitions don't seem to end there. With manager Roberto De Zerbi having narrowly steered Tottenham away from relegation in the 2025/26 season, a busy summer of changes is expected for the North London club.
According to The Independent, Tottenham might make a double swoop on Manchester City for Brazilian winger Savinho and English goalkeeper Trafford. The report also suggests that AC Milan's Portuguese star Leao has been mentioned as a potential option, aligning with previous information that the player has been offered to Premier League clubs as he looks to leave the San Siro.
Tottenham is clearly aiming to bounce back after two disappointing seasons. Finishing so close to the relegation zone again is not an option for a club of their stature. Fans will be hoping that incoming players like Tonali and Fernandes can make an immediate impact, but there's also a potential risk associated with too many rapid changes.
The club faces a challenge in integrating numerous new signings effectively, a pitfall that other clubs, like Manchester United post-Sir Alex Ferguson, have experienced with big-name arrivals failing to consistently turn fortunes around. While the potential additions should strengthen the squad, player adaptation to such significant upheaval can be difficult.
It remains to be seen if Tottenham's ambitious strategy will translate into meaningful on-pitch improvements. Failure to do so could put them at risk of breaching Financial Fair Play rules. Despite participating in the Champions League last season, the club will have no European football in 2026/27, making a swift return to continental competition crucial to help fund these significant investments.
