Tottenham Hotspur have already completed six first-team signings this summer, but while there is plenty to be excited about, there are still a few areas of concern heading into the new season.
A month into the 2026 summer transfer window, it is safe to say Tottenham’s hierarchy are following through on their promise of delivering a ‘big summer’.
Six first-team signings have already walked through the door, and there is every expectation that more will follow before the window closes as Spurs look to put two difficult seasons behind them.
Roberto De Zerbi also made no secret of wanting to begin pre-season with the squad he had envisioned, and while there is still work left to do before Monday’s opening friendly against MK Dons, the club have made an impressive start.
Here are five things I have liked most about Tottenham’s business so far, along with five areas that still leave me with a few concerns.
Five things to like about Tottenham’s 2026 summer transfer window
A completely different approach to previous windows for Tottenham
Finishing just above the relegation zone for two consecutive seasons seems to have forced Tottenham into rethinking how they operate in the transfer market. Under Daniel Levy, Spurs often hesitated over fees and wages despite their financial strength, but this summer has felt completely different.
The club have already spent £237m, breaking their transfer record twice within 24 hours to sign Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, while also beating clubs with Champions League football by simply meeting asking prices and offering higher wages. With only £35m separating this window from Tottenham’s all-time spending record, that shift in ambition deserves huge credit.
Excellent use of the free-agent market
The headline £237m spending has been impressive, but so has the business that cost nothing. Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka all arrived as free transfers despite bringing years of Premier League experience.
Robertson adds leadership, Senesi arrives after arguably the best season of his career and Dubravka provides dependable competition for Antonin Kinsky. If Tottenham can also secure Dusan Vlahovic on a free, it would free up even more funds elsewhere.
Replacing Cristian Romero with 2 elite players before he leaves
Losing your captain is never ideal, especially one with Cristian Romero’s pedigree. However, his disciplinary issues and growing expectation of a summer exit made succession planning essential.
Tottenham have responded by signing Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke, two defenders who actually posted stronger ball progression numbers than Romero last season.
Pedro Porro’s new Tottenham contract
Convincing Pedro Porro to commit his future despite interest from Real Madrid and Manchester City deserves enormous credit. The Spaniard has arguably been Tottenham’s most consistent performer since arriving and is now tied down until 2031, with an option for another year. Fresh from helping Spain reach another World Cup final after scoring against both Austria and France, there is little doubt he would join Tottenham’s leadership group next season
The window is far from finished for Spurs
One thing Tottenham have done well is attack the window position by position. Defence was addressed first, then midfield, with attention now firmly turning towards the forward line.
Savinho remains a priority wide target, while Cody Gakpo and Marcus Rashford continue to be linked. Up front, Eli Junior Kroupi appears the leading candidate, although Dusan Vlahovic and Omar Marmoush also remain on the shortlist.
Five things to dislike about Tottenham’s 2026 summer transfer window
Losing Luka Vuskovic before he played a game for Tottenham
Tottenham supporters spent a year watching Vuskovic shine in Germany, only to see him leave for £50m without making a competitive appearance.
With no European football, the arrivals of Senesi and Van Hecke, and the 19-year-old wanting regular football rather than another loan, Spurs had understandable reasons for selling. The 20 per cent sell-on clause softens the blow, but it is difficult to shake the feeling that this one could eventually come back to haunt the club.
Lucas Bergvall’s future suddenly feels uncertain
Beating Barcelona to Lucas Bergvall was one of Tottenham’s smartest deals in recent years, and he justified that by winning the club’s Player of the Season award in 2024/25.
Last season was tougher, and the arrivals of Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali have only increased concerns over his playing time. Bergvall has since informed the club that he wants to leave this summer, despite both Tottenham and De Zerbi being keen to keep him.
Nottingham Forest have already seen a £38m bid rejected and are expected to return with an improved offer, while Spurs also turned down a £46m proposal from Newcastle United recently. The club’s stance remains that they would only consider a sale if their valuation is met.
The pathway from the Tottenham academy looks crowded
The lack of European football changes everything. Players such as Mikey Moore, Will Lankshear, Alfie Devine and Dane Scarlett all looked ready for bigger roles after impressive loan spells, but there simply may not be enough minutes available.
Selling Devine for only £6m was disappointing, while Moore and Lankshear may also need loans. It is difficult to see this being the breakthrough season many academy graduates had hoped for.
The homegrown balance needs attention
None of Tottenham’s six arrivals this summer count as homegrown. While missing out on Europe makes registration slightly easier because Under-21 players do not need to be included in the Premier League’s 25-man squad, Spurs still have a non-homegrown balance to manage.
They already have 4 more than the permitted 17 senior non-homegrown players, meaning departures will almost certainly be required before further overseas signings arrive. It is manageable, but it needs careful planning over the remainder of the window.
The new Tottenham wage structure needs careful management
Moving away from Tottenham’s self-imposed wage ceiling was necessary to attract elite talent, but the club must be careful not to overcorrect. Mateus Fernandes reportedly jumped from around £60,000 per week at West Ham to £175,000 at Spurs, while Tonali now sits as the club’s highest earner.
In a way, that would strengthen the negotiating position of future signings and current players seeking new contracts. Tottenham had to modernise their wage structure, but they cannot allow it to spiral out of control.