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Tottenham spends record £237 million but only 60% of transfer plans complete; De Zerbi targets 2-3 more signings
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Tottenham spends record £237 million but only 60% of transfer plans complete; De Zerbi targets 2-3 more signings

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Tottenham has spent a club-record £237 million in a single season but has only completed 60% of its summer transfer plans.
  • Manager Roberto De Zerbi intends to sign two to three more players before the transfer window closes.
  • The club has heavily invested in midfield and defense and is now seeking to strengthen its attacking options.

Tottenham Hotspur has already committed a staggering club-record £237 million to player transfers this season, yet manager Roberto De Zerbi indicates that only 60% of the summer's transfer objectives have been met. The significant investment, reported by The Times, highlights the club's ambition but also the ongoing work required to finalize the squad.

De Zerbi has publicly stated his intention to bring in an additional two to three players before the transfer window slams shut. This suggests a continued push to bolster the team, particularly in areas where reinforcements are deemed most critical. The club has strategically focused its substantial spending on strengthening the midfield and defensive units.

With the core of the defense and midfield seemingly addressed, Tottenham's remaining transfer focus is on enhancing its attacking capabilities. The pursuit of a proven goal-scorer is now paramount as De Zerbi aims to complete his squad for the upcoming challenges.

We will bring in 2-3 more players.

— Roberto De ZerbiTottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi stating his intention to make further signings.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.