Tottenham can finalize several signings this week as their total summer expenditure is expected to exceed the £300million mark
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Spurs supporters have been lifted by an exceptional window in N17 so far, though spirits were dulled after Roberto De Zerbi’s team suffered an opening 3-0 defeat to Brentford.
But there is no need for concern: a fresh week brings additional excitement, with the £75million arrival of Savinho on the verge of completion. He is expected to be accompanied by Manchester City colleague Omar Marmoush, after an initial loan arrangement was agreed on Sunday.
The pursuit of Cody Gakpo, who found the net as Liverpool shared a 2-2 draw with Newcastle in their league opener, continues as Spurs look to revamp their attacking options.
Elsewhere, a £30million midfield departure remains a possibility and there will undoubtedly be numerous developments with the market still active for another eight days.
Stay tuned…
With Tottenham’s double deal for Savinho and Marmoush approaching completion, we have details on when the Egyptian will undergo his medical examination.
He is expected to travel to north London today to finalize the paperwork.
Before Spurs target Gakpo’s heroics against Newcastle, Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola was questioned about the player and did not completely dismiss the possibility of a move. He noted that Cody is performing really well and has been training very well from the first day, understanding everything needed from his position. He also mentioned that when speaking with him, you can feel that he understands the game and is very smart, and has been one of their best players in the friendlies while performing very well.
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Regarding departures, reports from Turkey indicate Galatasaray are intensifying their pursuit of Pape Matar Sarr.
The midfielder, valued at approximately £30m, has dropped down the order in N17 and has been associated with a potential move away.
Sky Sports News dismissed any claims that an agreement had been reached with Galatasaray last week, though fresh reports suggest personal terms have been agreed upon. Whether the Senegal international departs remains to be seen.
Another attacking target Tottenham are understood to be considering, alongside Marmoush and Savinho, is Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo.
The Dutchman has proven quite prolific for the Reds and scored their opening goal of the new Premier League campaign against Newcastle on Sunday. He also found the target during pre-season.
A deal exceeding £70m has been suggested, although Liverpool are maintaining their reported position that they will not sell unless they secure new signings first.
But Spurs received a boost on Sunday when their priority target, Bradley Barcola, was omitted from PSG’s squad for their match against Rennes. A departure could be on the cards, potentially allowing Gakpo to become available for the high-spending Spurs…
Last week, news emerged that Tottenham were working on an impressive double deal involving Manchester City. The kind of exciting signing Roberto De Zerbi had promised.
Now, this appears set to become reality.
With the £75m signing of Savinho from City virtually finalized, multiple reports suggest an initial loan arrangement for Omar Marmoush has been reached. This will include a £50m mandatory purchase clause if certain conditions are fulfilled.
New week. New Tottenham.
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We will bring you all the latest updates from N17 on what is set to be a busy day for Roberto De Zerbi and his team, so stay tuned.
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