Tottenham are determined to bring in a new box-to-box midfielder in the upcoming transfer window.
Tottenham are aiming to avoid relegation from the Premier League this season. The Lilywhites have not registered a league win since the turn of the year, with their last victory coming against Crystal Palace in December. Since then, three different managers have taken charge at N17, further highlighting the state of disarray at the North London club. Roberto de Zerbi is the latest to take on the challenge of steadying the ship at Hotspur Way as he looks to guide the team back to winning ways.
De Zerbi’s first game in charge of Spurs ended in a narrow 1-0 defeat against Sunderland away from home. The Lilywhites were second best for large spells of the match and were ultimately undone by a second-half strike from Nordi Mukiele. The loss at the Stadium of Light ensured that the club finished the weekend in 18th place, two points adrift of safety.
The primary objective for the North Londoners is to secure survival this season so they can begin planning for the future. It is evident that Spurs need to strengthen their squad in the summer if they are to compete at the top end of the league table. Several key issues must be addressed, chief among them being the absence of a dynamic box-to-box midfielder capable of influencing the game at both ends of the pitch.
Tottenham may miss out on Napoli star Scott McTominay in the summer
Tottenham are keen to reinforce their midfield in the coming months as they look to usher in a new era at N17 under Roberto de Zerbi. With Yves Bissouma likely to depart when his contract expires in the summer, the Lilywhites must bring in a midfielder who can offer a greater impact next season. The Lewis family will need to invest in the squad and demonstrate clear intent in the transfer market by backing De Zerbi in the months ahead.
Recent reports have linked Spurs with Napoli star Scott McTominay. The Scotland international is enjoying an impressive second season in Naples, playing a key role in the club’s push for the league title under Antonio Conte. He has quickly become a fan favourite at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, earning cult-hero status among the supporters. As a result, the Lilywhites have been monitoring his situation closely and are interested in bringing him back to the Premier League.
However, it appears that the North Londoners may fall short in their pursuit during the upcoming transfer window. As per Il Mattino, Napoli are determined to retain Scott McTominay’s services this summer. The Serie A giants are reportedly planning to extend the Scotland international’s contract before he departs for the World Cup in the USA. The 29-year-old’s current deal runs until 2028, and Napoli are believed to be willing to offer him improved terms to prolong his stay.
Missing out on the former Manchester United midfielder would represent a significant setback for the Lilywhites. He would have been an ideal fit at N17 under Roberto de Zerbi. Spurs are in desperate need of a box-to-box midfielder capable of making late, incisive runs into the penalty area as a secondary attacking threat. Conor Gallagher has been unable to consistently provide that during his time at the club, making it all the more important for Spurs to have pursued McTominay as a marquee signing in the upcoming window.
The focus must now shift towards alternative options in the market. Spurs need to remain proactive in their recruitment strategy and identify a player with a similar skill set to the 29-year-old. Only then will Roberto de Zerbi be able to assemble a squad capable of competing at the top end of the Premier League table next season.