Tottenham Hotspur are among four clubs exploring the possibility of playing matches in Hong Kong this summer as part of their pre-season preparations.
Plans for next season are already beginning to take shape. Last month, reports emerged that Tottenham Hotspur are finalising arrangements to return to Asia for a pre-season tour this summer.
The club is expected to confirm full details soon, as discussions with stakeholders continue. Spurs are also considering a pre-season clash with north London rivals Arsenal in Asia.
Unsurprisingly, this has sparked mixed reactions among fans, with some Tottenham supporters branding Spurs’ preseason plans as a blatant cash grab by Daniel Levy.
Tottenham have toured Asia in each of the last two summers, and many supporters feel the club should prioritise engaging with fans in other parts of the world.
Tottenham exploring pre-season matches in Hong Kong
According to Daily Mail’s Chief Football Reporter, Craig Hope, Tottenham Hotspur are one of four clubs looking into the possibility of playing matches in Hong Kong this summer.
Joining them on the list are Carabao Cup winners Newcastle United, Premier League leaders Liverpool, and Italian giants AC Milan.
All four clubs are reportedly assessing the feasibility of staging games in the region as part of their pre-season plans.
A concerning pattern for Spurs fans
While there’s nothing inherently wrong with Spurs heading to Asia for pre-season, the frequency with which it happens is becoming a concern.
The club boasts a massive global fanbase spanning multiple continents, yet their focus seems fixated on Asia. It raises questions about whether these tours are more about revenue generation than genuine fan engagement.
If Tottenham continue to prioritise Asia every summer, fans elsewhere will justifiably feel overlooked. At some point, the club must strike a balance, ensuring all supporters get opportunities to see their team up close.