Tottenham are showing immense ambition to back Roberto de Zerbi this summer.
Tottenham have done well to bring in players who are capable of making an instant impact at N17 this season. The Lilywhites have backed Roberto de Zerbi well in the transfer market as the club looks to compete at the top end of the Premier League table. The mood around Hotspur Way is positive, and there is a real sense of optimism among the players ahead of the new campaign. That is exactly what the fans will want to see as the North Londoners prepare to head into battle in three weeks’ time.
There were very few positives to take from last season as Spurs finished the campaign just one place above the relegation zone. The players underperformed throughout the season, and it was evident that the Lilywhites needed an urgent squad overhaul this summer. Credit where it is due, the North Londoners have done exactly that in recent weeks by bringing in the likes of Mateus Fernandes, Sandro Tonali, Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, and Martin Dubravka.
The onus now falls on Roberto de Zerbi to get the best out of the players at his disposal. However, it is also worth noting that the Italian tactician wants Spurs to add attacking reinforcements before the transfer window shuts. The Lilywhites are currently the Premier League’s highest spenders, but there is still work to be done as they look to get their league campaign off to a positive start.
Tottenham could miss out on Cody Gakpo
It comes as no surprise that Tottenham are hoping to bring in more players before the transfer window closes in the coming weeks. Just recently, Roberto de Zerbi revealed that he was expecting a “transfer bomba”, hinting that the Lilywhites were closing in on a blockbuster deal for an attacking player ahead of the new season. Since then, the North Londoners have been linked with several players, making it clear that the club is working hard to back the Italian tactician.
Recent reports have strongly linked Spurs with Liverpool star Cody Gakpo. The Lilywhites have made the Dutchman their priority target as the club looks to strengthen its attack for the upcoming campaign. Roberto de Zerbi is a huge admirer of the player and is convinced that the 27-year-old would fit in perfectly at N17 if he decides to move to pastures new before the transfer window closes.
🚨 Liverpool have no intention of selling Cody Gakpo despite Tottenham Hotspur making their interest known.
The Reds want to strengthen their attack, not weaken it, as they continue working on a deal for Bradley Barcola.
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However, there has been a fresh twist in the transfer saga involving the prolific attacker. As per Daily Mail, Liverpool have made it clear that they have no intention of selling Cody Gakpo this summer. Despite enduring a disappointing 2024/25 campaign, the Reds still rate the Dutch attacker highly and believe he will play an important role under Andoni Iraola. The report also states that Liverpool would only consider selling Gakpo if they receive an offer that is too good to refuse and have a suitable replacement lined up.
This could prove to be a blessing in disguise for Spurs. Liverpool are reportedly demanding £70m to consider selling Cody Gakpo this summer. Although the Lilywhites have the financial resources to spend that amount on a new attacker, it does not make complete sense to invest such a significant fee in a player who has struggled for consistency during his time at Anfield. Gakpo lacked confidence last season, and it had a noticeable impact on his performances. Spurs cannot afford for that to happen at N17 as the North Londoners look to go toe-to-toe with their rivals and compete for major honours under Roberto de Zerbi’s guidance.