Despite England’s latest World Cup heartbreak, Tottenham’s Djed Spence was one of the few players to come away with credit in the bank.Following England’s last-gasp, crushing 2-1 defeat to Argentina, Spence was showered with praise. But, back in N17, his future remains uncertain. There have been links to Inter Milan, as well as fellow Premier League clubs, Everton, Newcastle United and Liverpool.Roberto De Zerbi has reportedly told Djed Spence that he’s not a part of his long-term plans and is free to explore opportunities elsewhere. But then, following a sterling World Cup, there are Tottenham fans demanding he stay.So, what do Spurs and De Zerbi do? Would they be giving up on Spence just as he’s come out of his shell and shown what he can do? Or, with his stock at the highest it’s ever been, is now the right time to cash in?Photo by Rico Brouwer/Soccrates/Getty ImagesWhat was Djed Spence’s 2025-26 Tottenham season like?Djed Spence played 44 times across the Premier League, Champions League and domestic cup competitions for Tottenham last season.That included 30 Premier League appearances, seven of which were as a substitute. Perhaps crucially, though, the majority of those substitute appearances came under Roberto De Zerbi.Spence started just two of the Italian’s seven games in charge – one of those coming as a right midfielder as Tottenham secured survival on the final day versus Everton. The 25-year-old found Pedro Porro and Destiny Udogie ahead of him in the pecking order. Plus, the signing of Andy Robertson is another challenge.Even with an impressive World Cup, it’s hard to see Spence dislodging Porro, who will appear in Sunday’s World Cup Final, in his natural right-back berth. While he’s shown he’s capable of playing left-back with England, Andy Robertson will compete with Udogie.Spence registered zero goals and assists. Porro scored twice and made six assists across 47 games, while Udogie registered an assist in his 28 games. Robertson scored three goals and registered two assists in 36 games.But, has the World Cup changed things?Spence’s World Cup appearances have shown a different side to himSpence started three of England’s seven games – ahead of the third-place play-off against France on Saturday.That included playing left-back versus Ghana and Argentina. He appeared in all of the games, coming as a substitute against Croatia, Panama, Mexico and Norway. It was in the last two games, especially, where he really shone.Coming on as a substitute versus Norway, he was effective in both boxes – most notably surging forwards to win a penalty, only for it to be overturned. His 35 minutes on the pitch included 86% of his passes being completed, one very successful dribble, seven defensive contributions, 75% of his ground duels being won, one interception, two recoveries and a 100% success rate for his aerial duels.Then, on one of the biggest stages England have played in recent times, Spence started at left-back against Argentina.The most notable moment was a stunning last-ditch tackle on Simeone as England looked to hold onto their 1-0 lead. He continued to prove himself as an excellent one-v-one defender, while he used his speed to offer a threat in behind throughout.If Tottenham were looking for a left-back, would Spence not have made his way onto the list after an impressive World Cup? After all, he seems to have done so for other Premier League outfits.Tottenham have been eyeing a Djed Spence replacement With rumours of Spence’s departure, there have been rumours too of a replacement.Neco Williams of Nottingham Forest is supposedly that man.Like Spence, Williams can play either side of defence. Unlike Spence, however, Williams – who is the same age – has proven more productive as an attacking asset.Across almost an identical set of games (287 for Spence, 286 for Williams), the Tottenham man has registered eight goals and 12 assists, whereas Williams scored nine and registered 26 assists.Last season, while Spence recorded zero goals and assists, Williams had a total of five goal contributions – two goals, three assists. But, with Williams appearing a more all-round performer and Spence having all the qualities to suit transition football, who is really the best fit for Roberto De Zerbi?The gamble: do Spurs stick or twist?With plenty of incomings already, Spurs will need departures to balance out the squad and, presumably, the books too.Djed Spence has emerged as a potential candidate for that. There is logic in selling right now. The fee Tottenham could demand this summer is high, off the back of his impressive England performances.With Porro still likely ahead of him and Udogie and Robertson occupying the battle for left-back, a season on the bench will see Spence’s valuation depreciate. Right now, Tottenham are looking for around £40 million. To be honest, anything less than £50m would feel like too much of a risk. After letting Vuskovic go for a similar fee, the last thing Spurs want to do is sell young players for a quick buck, only to see them evolve into world-class stars elsewhere.But why can’t Spence continue his World Cup form back in N17? Players, after all, develop at different rates. The World Cup could prove a real breakthrough moment for him.Perhaps it’s as simple as this. You give Spence pre-season.If you see Tottenham’s Djed Spence, then you use the World Cup momentum to sell.If you see England’s Djed Spence, you stick.READ MORE – Tottenham reject Premier League loan bid for Mikey Moore for ironic reasonThe post Tottenham’s Djed Spence dilemma: Should he be sold? How much for? Will Spurs regret it? appeared first on Spurs Web.