Tottenham Hotspur are in the closing phases of talks with Serie A side Inter Milan regarding the possible transfer of England full‑back Djed Spence. Negotiations have quickened over the past few days, with the two clubs working toward a deal that could reach a valuation of roughly £30 million.
Spence is currently awaiting clearance to travel to Italy for a medical examination, a standard step before any final agreement is signed. The young England international faces a crowded defensive roster at Spurs this season. On the left side, Destiny Udogie and veteran Andy Robertson are both vying for the starting spot, while on the right flank, Pedro Porro has firmly established himself as the first‑choice wing‑back. Consequently, Spence's chances of regular playing time at Tottenham have become increasingly limited, prompting both the player and the club to consider a move that would benefit all parties.
Inter Milan have identified a need for a dynamic wing‑back who can contribute both defensively and offensively, a role that fits Spence's skill set perfectly. The Italian side have kept him high on their priority list throughout the summer transfer window. After an unsuccessful attempt to secure Moussa Diaby from Al Ittihad, Inter have redirected their attention to the Spurs defender, hoping he can add pace and width to their back line.
Roberto De Zerbi, Inter's head coach, has reiterated that the club remains active in the market and is not yet satisfied with the squad composition. He emphasized that bringing in a player of Spence's calibre would bolster the team's tactical flexibility, especially in a system that relies on overlapping full‑backs and wing‑backs to create scoring opportunities. Meanwhile, Tottenham are not standing still. De Zerbi, speaking to the Men in Blazers Network, confirmed that Spurs have more business to conduct in the transfer market.
He highlighted that the club has already broken its transfer record twice this season, first with the acquisition of Mateus Fernandes and later with the signing of Sandro Tonali. Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke arrived from Brighton for a reported £52 million, and experienced players such as Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi were added on free transfers.
Additionally, midfielder Micky van de Ven has committed his long‑term future to the club, signalling a renewed ambition to climb higher than the relegation‑avoidance battle that defined last season. De Zerbi stressed that Tottenham's owner, board, and decision‑makers possess high ambitions for the club. "We have not finished yet with the players who will arrive," he said, underscoring the intention to build a stronger squad capable of challenging for top‑table positions. He added that while money has been spent, other clubs have also invested heavily, and competing in the Premier League now demands a squad of elite quality.
In related transfer news, Juventus are reportedly interested in securing a loan deal for either Japan’s promising goalkeeper Zion Suzuki or Tottenham’s own Guglielmo Vicario. Juventus are waiting for Paris Saint‑Germain to finalize Suzuki’s permanent move from Parma before deciding on a possible loan. Their second option, Vicario, has already been approached by the Turin club to gauge Tottenham’s willingness to let the Italian keeper go on a temporary basis.
Juventus have been actively searching for a new goalkeeper throughout the summer, with Aston Villa’s Emi Martínez identified as their primary target. However, Martínez’s agent, Gustavo Goni, told Sky Sports News that the Argentine keeper is happy at Villa, has not expressed a desire to leave, and is focused on the upcoming season. Inter Milan are also rumored to be making a fresh push for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones.
The interest follows an agreement in principle between Lazio and Inter for a loan of Davide Frattesi, which includes an option to buy that becomes an obligation under certain conditions. This arrangement could free up resources for Inter, allowing them to pursue Jones more aggressively.
The 25‑year‑old Liverpool player remains under contract for one more year, and a valuation gap between Inter and Liverpool has so far stalled the transfer. Overall, the summer window remains lively for both Italian and English clubs. Inter’s pursuit of Spence reflects their strategic aim to add a versatile wing‑back, while Tottenham continue to reshape their squad after a narrow escape from relegation. As negotiations progress and medicals are completed, fans can expect further announcements in the coming weeks, potentially reshaping the defensive line‑ups of two of Europe’s most storied clubs.