Tottenham are pushing to complete one of the most ambitious deadline-day moves of the summer, with Roberto De Zerbi's side working on a double transfer for Manchester City attackers Savinho and Omar Marmoush. The potential double swoop would cap a window that has already seen heavy investment, and it signals clear intent from the club heading into the new Premier League season.

The transfer activity has cut both ways, though. Losing Cristian Romero to Atletico Madrid in a €40 million deal means the club is without its captain and defensive leader from the Europa League-winning side of 2025. Romero spent five seasons in north London and his departure represents a genuine shift in the squad's identity. On the attacking side, Cody Gakpo has agreed personal terms on a move from Liverpool, adding quality to De Zerbi's forward options even before a deal for Savinho or Marmoush is concluded.

Djed Spence has also departed, joining Inter Milan in a €35 million permanent transfer, while goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is set to join Juventus on loan. The volume of outgoing business adds pressure to the club's recruitment, with the Premier League season beginning at Gtech Community Stadium against Brentford on August 22. Spurs drew 2-2 with Hoffenheim in their final pre-season friendly, leaving questions about readiness. Whether De Zerbi can complete his transfer targets before that opening fixture will define Tottenham's early momentum.