De Zerbi defends Tottenham's transfer spending amid heavy criticism
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Roberto De Zerbi has defended Tottenham's substantial transfer spending this summer, which is expected to exceed £300 million. He stated that rival clubs were determined to impede Tottenham's progress last season. The team has made high-profile signings including Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, and Jan Paul van Hecke. Additional arrivals from Manchester City, Savinho and Omar Marmoush, are also anticipated to bolster the squad. De Zerbi has emphasized the importance of reminding players of the competitive pressures they face.
- •De Zerbi claims every club wanted to undermine Tottenham last season.
- •Spurs' summer transfer spending projected to exceed £300 million.
- •Key signings include Tonali for £92.5 million and Fernandes for £85 million.
- •Savinho and Marmoush are set to join from Manchester City for £85 million and £75 million.
- 9:30 PMThe Guardian Sport — De Zerbi defends Spurs transfer spree and claims every club ‘wanted to kill us’
"Spurs’ outlay expected to pass £300m this summer ‘People don’t love if Tottenham becomes better’ Roberto De Zerbi has claimed every club “wanted to kill” Tottenham last season and has been reminding his players of that throughout the summer as he also defended their heavy spending in the transfer market. Tottenham’s outlay is expected to pass £300m after bringing in a series of high-profile signings, including Sandro Tonali for £92.5m, Mateus Fernandes for £85m, and Jan Paul van Hecke for £52m. Savinho and Omar Marmoush are poised to also arrive from Manchester City for £85m and £75m respectively. Continue reading...
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