Tottenham transfer round-up: Marcus Rashford deadline, Juventus problems, surprise winger contact

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Tottenham Hotspur have enjoyed another busy week in the transfer market, with fresh developments emerging on Eli Junior Kroupi, Marcus Rashford, Juventus and several other targets.Four weeks into the summer transfer window, it appears the Tottenham hierarchy have followed through on their promise to back Roberto De Zerbi with significant investment.Spurs have already completed six first-team signings, spending £237m on transfer fees alone while also strengthening smartly through free transfers.PlayerDirectionClub from/toFeeJan-Paul van HeckeInBrighton£52mSandro TonaliInNewcastle United£100mMateus FernandesInWest Ham£85mMartin DubravkaInFree AgentFreeMarcos SenesiInFree AgentFreeAndrew RobertsonInFree AgentFreeRadu DragusinOutFiorentina (loan)£1.3m (10% sell-on clause)Luka VuskovicOutBrighton£50m (20% sell-on clause)Alfie DevineOutPreston North End£6mAlejo VelizOutBahia£7.8m (20% sell-on clause)Yves BissoumaOutFree Agent—Joao PalhinhaOutBayern Munich (loan expired)—Randal Kolo MuaniOutParis Saint-Germain (loan expired)—Tottenham Hotspur’s transfer business during the 2026 summer transfer window so far.With the midfield and defence now significantly strengthened, attention is expected to shift towards the attacking department, with several reports suggesting Tottenham still want to add two forwards before the window closes. While the last week has been relatively quiet compared to the frantic opening weeks of the window, there is still plenty to catch up on.Photo by Robin Jones – AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty ImagesTottenham transfer round-up: Eli Junior Kroupi, Marcus Rashford and Antonio NusaTottenham’s search for a new striker continues to centre around Eli Junior Kroupi, who scored 13 Premier League goals in 21 appearances for Bournemouth last season.The 20-year-old is also attracting interest from Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona, but Spurs are currently viewed as the frontrunners after reports suggested Kroupi has already agreed to join De Zerbi’s side in pursuit of regular first-team football. PSG have since reportedly cooled their interest, while Barcelona now view Tottenham as their biggest rivals for the striker’s signature.Elsewhere, Spurs continue to monitor Marcus Rashford’s situation. Reports have suggested Tottenham would be prepared to match the England international’s sizeable wage demands, although there have also been claims that Manchester United could yet reintegrate him into Michael Carrick’s plans. The Red Devils want Rashford’s future resolved before 8 August, when they depart for their pre-season trip to Ireland.Another surprise link saw TEAMtalk claim Tottenham have made contact with Antonio Nusa’s representatives. However, with interest from Arsenal, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace, and Spurs prioritising other winger targets, a move currently appears unlikely.Fabrizio Romano gives latest on Savinho, Cody Gakpo and Rafael LeaoWide forward remains another area Tottenham are looking to strengthen, with Savinho, Cody Gakpo and Rafael Leao all linked over recent weeks. However, according to Fabrizio Romano, there is a very clear order of priority. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano explained:“My understanding is the main names to take into consideration for Tottenham for the winger positions are Cody Gakpo and Savinho. Savinho is a top target for Tottenham. “I’m not saying they are joining, because this depends on negotiations. But Savinho is target number one, two and three because Tottenham already wanted him one year ago.”“Then Cody Gakpo is a desire of Tottenham, but at the moment Liverpool are not opening the doors to an exit, so we have to be patient.As for Rafael Leao, Romano played down the speculation entirely, saying, “I’m not aware of negotiations between Tottenham, his agent, Tottenham and Milan. At the moment, I’m not aware.”Juventus’ financial situation could impact three Tottenham storiesJuventus’ financial difficulties are having a knock-on effect on several Tottenham transfer stories this summer.The first is Dusan Vlahovic, who is expected to leave the Italian giants on a free after contract talks broke down, given they were unable to meet his wage demands. Having scored 12 goals in 26 appearances last season, Vlahovic has been offered to Tottenham and remains a ‘serious option’.Meanwhile, Guglielmo Vicario has emerged as Juventus’ priority goalkeeping target, but Tottenham’s reported £13m-£17m asking price is currently viewed as ‘too high’, meaning the Serie A club may first need to raise funds through player sales.The same financial situation has also delayed Randal Kolo Muani’s expected return to Juventus following his poor loan spell in North London. His parent club, PSG, are reportedly growing impatient, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa and Borussia Dortmund now monitoring the striker after we previously reported Tottenham had also explored a possible move a few days ago.Tottenham transfer round-up: Pape Sarr U-turn and Will Lankshear dilemmaEarlier this summer, Pape Sarr was linked with a move away after falling down the pecking order towards the end of last season, with Brentford and Napoli both credited with interest.However, the latest reports suggest Tottenham have no desire to cash in unless they receive a substantial offer, with both De Zerbi and the club still viewing the Senegal international as an important member of the squad.Another player whose future remains undecided is Will Lankshear. The young striker is attracting interest from clubs at the top end of the Championship as well as several lower-half Premier League sides.Tottenham therefore face an interesting decision. A loan would allow Lankshear to continue his impressive development with regular senior football, while keeping him as the club’s third-choice striker could prove valuable if injuries hit later in the campaign. With no European football next season limiting opportunities, Spurs are expected to make a final decision after De Zerbi has assessed him during pre-season.READ MORE: Tottenham eye attacker with 26 G/A last season amid incoming £42.5m bidThe post Tottenham transfer round-up: Marcus Rashford deadline, Juventus problems, surprise winger contact appeared first on Spurs Web.