Editor’s note: For those of you that have been enjoying my Fan Perspective series on Spurs’ Sydney sojourn, we’re taking a momentary break today given Spurs have a match. The final piece in the series will be published tomorrow instead.
Having arrived at base in the early afternoon of Friday for the next 12 days of intense training days, the squad were put through their paces in the gym before heading out on to the grass for the first pitch session.
Tottenham Hotspur have stepped up their pursuit of Galatasaray winger Barış Alper Yılmaz, sources have told Turkish-Football the North London club have contacted the Lions regarding a summer move.
Tottenham centre-back Cristian Romero is reportedly very open to a risky transfer to bitter north London rivals Arsenal.
Lucas Bergvall’s name has resurfaced at FC Barcelona.
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The transfer window is gathering momentum, with Premier League clubs stepping up their recruitment drives and working frantically behind the scenes to get their squads ready for the new 2026-27 season.
Defenders who have won major international trophies remain high-value targets when domestic opportunities arise. Interest from multiple European clubs creates competition and can accelerate decisions. Rivalries between neighbouring Premier League sides often complicate potential transfers.
Folarin Balogun has reportedly been offered to Spurs through intermediaries, and Arsenal could benefit if Monaco cash in.
