Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keen on securing the services of Liverpool’s Dutch forward Cody Gakpo during the upcoming transfer window. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi has made it clear that the club intends to bring in at least one wide‑player to complement the significant upgrades already made to the midfield and defensive lines this summer.
Gakpo, who still has four years remaining on his Liverpool contract, would not be a cheap acquisition. Liverpool are unlikely to let the 27‑year‑old leave unless they have already identified a suitable replacement. The Dutch international’s experience and versatility – he can operate as a winger on either flank or drop into a central striker role – make him a valuable asset for any side looking to add depth and quality up front. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s own transfer agenda appears to be focused elsewhere.
The club is expected to launch a formal bid for Paris Saint‑Germain’s rising French winger Bradley Barcola. The 23‑year‑old is highly rated, but PSG have placed a hefty price tag of around £145 million on him, meaning any deal will require serious financial commitment.
If Gakpo does make the move to North London and Barcola arrives in Liverpool’s place, the Reds would be left with a relatively thin pool of options on the wings. Their only remaining alternatives would be teenage prospect Rio Ngumoha and newly‑signed Victor Muñoz, both of whom are still developing and may need time before they can consistently deliver at Premier League level. Spurs have also been linked with Manchester City’s Brazilian winger Savinho.
City are aware that the player wishes to leave, but have not received any concrete offers yet. Savinho signed a new deal with City last summer, which inflates his market value and makes any potential transfer more expensive for Tottenham.
Moreover, City would likely demand a replacement before sanctioning his departure. De Zerbi has repeatedly used the Italian word “bomba” to describe the club’s transfer activity, indicating that a major signing is imminent. Tottenham have already spent a club‑record £237 million this summer, splashing out £100 million for Sandro Tonali and £85 million for Mateus Fernandes. The manager hinted that another high‑profile attacker could be on the way, saying, “The market is not closed yet, but we have already completed about 60 percent of our project.
Now we have another bomba!” When pressed about the proximity of the deal, he replied, “I hope so, but it’s not finished for sure.” De Zerbi also suggested that the club might still add two or three more players before the window closes, emphasizing that the squad still has room for improvement. He explained the nuance of the word “bomba,” noting that for him it simply means a top‑class player – citing Tonali, Fernandes, Cristian Senesi and Andy Robertson as examples of such signings.
In addition to the forward positions, Tottenham’s captain Cristian Romero is also attracting interest from clubs such as Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan. Having been appointed captain just a year ago, Romero is expected to leave the club after the season, especially if he receives a lucrative offer abroad. De Zerbi has confirmed that he has spoken with the Argentine defender and will discuss his future once the player returns from his post‑World Cup break.
The Spurs boss made it clear that he does not intend to block Romero’s potential move, stating that the player’s wishes will be respected. Inter Milan have already bolstered their defensive line by signing John Stones, which could make a deal for Romero more financially complex. However, the departure of Benjamin Pavard from Inter could free up both funds and a squad place, potentially satisfying Tottenham’s demands for a centre‑back swap. Overall, Tottenham’s transfer strategy this summer appears to be focused on adding firepower to the attack while maintaining flexibility in the back line.
The pursuit of Gakpo aligns with De Zerbi’s desire for a versatile wide attacker who can also provide cover for the striker position, a need that has become more pressing as Hugo Ekitike continues his rehabilitation from an Achilles injury. Should the Gakpo deal fall through, the Spurs still have several avenues to explore, including the possible acquisition of Savinho or other unnamed targets. With the window still open and several high‑value negotiations underway, Spurs supporters can expect further announcements in the coming weeks as the club aims to complete a squad capable of challenging on multiple fronts.
The combination of existing signings, potential new arrivals, and strategic departures suggests that Tottenham are positioning themselves for a competitive season ahead, hoping that their “bomba” moves will translate into on‑field success.