De Zerbi wants one more signing for Tottenham before transfer deadline
Roberto De Zerbi wants Tottenham to make one further signing before Tuesday night’s transfer deadline, despite saying the club’s recruitment has already surpassed his expectations. The Spurs head coach discussed a final move with the club’s owners and senior executives, while also leaving open the possibility of departures as he seeks to refine his squad.
Tottenham completed the signing of Omar Marmoush from Manchester City on Thursday, and De Zerbi said the forward could feature against Newcastle on Saturday; Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo has also been linked. Midfielder Pape Sarr could leave if a suitable offer arrives, while Mohammed Kudus may return to the bench after a thigh injury, with Micky van de Ven expected to start.
- De Zerbi wants one final Tottenham signing before Tuesday’s deadline.
- Omar Marmoush could debut against Newcastle.
- Pape Sarr may leave if Tottenham receive an offer.
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Tottenham Hotspur, often called Spurs, are a football club in north London. Roberto De Zerbi is their head coach, working with the club’s owners and senior executives to shape the squad of players available for the season.
Football clubs can buy and sell players during set transfer windows, which close at a fixed deadline. A new signing may add options in a position, while a departure can leave a gap; clubs therefore weigh potential moves against their plans and finances.
Squad decisions matter because teams need enough fit players to compete across their matches. Any incoming or outgoing players could affect who gets selected and how De Zerbi sets up Tottenham.
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The case for
A further signing could give De Zerbi more depth and flexibility, helping Tottenham manage injuries and competition across the season. If the right player is available on sensible terms, acting before the deadline may strengthen the squad and support the coach’s plans.
The case against
With recruitment already exceeding De Zerbi’s expectations, another rushed deal could add cost or bring in a player who does not fit the team’s needs. Keeping the squad settled, and considering departures only when offers suit both club and player, may be wiser than making a move simply because the deadline is near.