We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. New director of football Fabio Paratici has a real task on his hands, with Harry Kane desperate to leave and signings needed. Beyond Kane, defence is a priority, with Toby Alderweireld hoping to leave and the club open to offers for centre-back Davinson Sanchez and right-back Serge Aurier. The Athletic reports that Spurs are close to signing Bologna defender Takehiro Tomiyasu for a fee of £15million plus add-ons. Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar and Sevilla’s Jules Kounde are of interest to Spurs - but there are problems with both.

Source: Express July 14, 2021 19:56 UTC