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 picked up speed as both clubs work toward a deal that could reach a value of around £30 million, according to sources close to the matter. Spence is currently awaiting clearance to travel to Italy for a medical examination, which would be the final procedural step before any contract is signed.
The young England international has found his prospects at Spurs limited this season. He is competing for the left‑back slot with the emerging talent Destiny Udogie and the experienced Andy Robertson, while the right‑back position is firmly occupied by the ever‑present Pedro Porro.
As a result, Tottenham have been willing to consider offers for Spence, and Inter see him as an ideal candidate to fill a wing‑back role in their system. Inter Milan have been monitoring Spence throughout the summer transfer window.
After a protracted attempt to secure Moussa Diaby from Al Ittihad fell through, the Italian club turned its attention back to the Tottenham defender, who has been high on their priority list. The Serie A side are looking to add a player capable of providing width, defensive solidity, and attacking thrust along the flank, qualities that Spence possesses. Roberto De Zerbi, the manager of Tottenham, has repeatedly stressed that the club’s activity in the market is not over. Speaking to the Men in Blazers Network, he said, "We have not finished yet with the players who will arrive." De Zerbi added that the team is eager to start the new campaign with fresh ambitions and, hopefully, better results than the previous season.
Tottenham’s recent transfer history reflects a willingness to invest heavily. After narrowly avoiding relegation on the final day of last season, the club has already spent roughly £237 million on new signings. Their record fees were broken twice in quick succession for the acquisitions of Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.
Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke arrived from Brighton for £52 million, and free‑agent deals brought in Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson, and Marcos Senesi. Midfielder Micky van de Ven also committed his long‑term future to the club, giving supporters hope that Spurs will soon be competing for higher positions in the Premier League table.
De Zerbi highlighted the ambition of the club’s ownership and board, stating that they are determined to build a stronger squad capable of challenging for top‑flight honors. He noted, "To compete in the Premier League you need players of the highest calibre.
The ambition of the owner, the board, and those who decide behind me is very high, so we must find the conditions to assemble a strong team, stronger than in recent seasons, to compete again for the top of the table." While Inter focus on Spence, other Italian giants are also active in the market. Juventus, according to Sky Italy, are looking to secure a loan deal for either Zion Suzuki or Tottenham’s young goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.
Juventus are waiting for Paris Saint‑Germain to finalize Suzuki’s permanent move from Parma before evaluating the feasibility of a loan. Their second option, Vicario, has reportedly already been approached by the Turin club. Juventus have been on the hunt for a new goalkeeper all summer, with Aston Villa’s Emi Martínez identified as their top target. However, Martínez’s agent Gustavo Goni told Sky Sports News that the keeper is happy at Villa, has not requested a move, and is focused on the upcoming season.
Back in Milan, Inter are also expected to renew their pursuit of Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, as reported by Sky in Italy. This interest follows an agreement in principle between Lazio and Inter for a loan of midfielder Davide Frattesi, which includes an option to buy that becomes an obligation under certain conditions.
The arrangement could free up resources for Inter to make a fresh bid for Jones, who remains a top target for the Nerazzurri. The valuation gap between Inter and Liverpool has been a sticking point, with the 25‑year‑old midfielder entering the final year of his contract at Anfield.
Overall, the transfer window remains dynamic, with Inter Milan positioning themselves to strengthen both defensively and creatively, Tottenham looking to rebuild after a precarious season, and Juventus seeking to solidify their goalkeeping options. As clubs negotiate, fans can expect further announcements in the coming weeks, especially as medicals are completed and final agreements are signed.