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Tottenham agree £100m Sandro Tonali transfer with Newcastle United in record deal

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Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a deal to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United in a transfer that could reach £100million, with an initial £92.5m fee plus add-ons, eclipsing the club's previous transfer record

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a deal to bring Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United in a transfer that could total £100million. An agreement has been reached between the two clubs, with Spurs set to pay an upfront fee of £92.5m for Tonali, plus a further £7.5m in potential add-ons contingent on multiple Champions League qualifications.

The Magpies had previously turned down two offers from Tottenham for the Italian international, who intensified their chase late last month by initiating direct contact between the clubs. It was never anticipated that personal terms would pose any issues between Tonali and Spurs.

Tonali emerged as a prime target for Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi as he seeks to overhaul his squad following their successful battle against Premier League relegation. Arsenal were also rumoured to be interested in the midfielder, who joined Newcastle from AC Milan for £55m three years ago.

However, it now appears that the midfielder is destined for the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after Spurs shifted their focus to him upon agreeing a deal with West Ham for the £85million transfer of Mateus Fernandes. Fernandes is due to undergo a medical at Spurs' Hotspur Way training facility today after they outpaced Manchester United to secure the 21-year-old's signature on Tuesday evening.

Yet, the Tonali deal will surpass the previous club-record package of a guaranteed £85m that brought Fernandes to the club, reports the Mirror.

It has been a hectic summer thus far for Spurs, with Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi all secured on free transfers. Meanwhile, £52m was splashed out on Jan Paul van Hecke, who made the switch from Brighton and Hove Albion.

When questioned about a potential move last month, former Newcastle striker Alan Shearer reckons there were two factors behind Tonali's desire to head to North London. He told Betfair: "Tottenham just avoided relegation. I get the attraction of London but going to Spurs who have finished so low over the last two years would be a surprise career move for Tonali in my eyes.

"But I'm not surprised if it's true that he's made an indication that he wants to leave Newcastle. Again, if he doesn't want to be there, you put the price you want and if someone wants to pay it, and it looks as if it'll have to be three figures, then you say thank you very much, get the £100million plus and you move on.

"I know Spurs have a new manager and that may be a pull for him, London obviously. But in terms of the football club, look where they have finished the last two years."

Tonali's representative, Giuseppe Riso, was quizzed about a potential departure from Tyneside in March, and he said: "Exactly, that was the goal from the moment he went to England – to try to make him a star player. I think he's the Italian footballer with one of the highest values in the world.

"The deal came about because a club like Newcastle, with unlimited financial resources, had decided to invest in Sandro. We considered the idea of having the player play in a higher-level league."

When quizzed on whether Newcastle would offload Tonali this summer, CEO David Hopkinson stated three months ago: "We think through what players might or might not want to do this summer.

"But if an Isak-like scenario presents itself again, any player under contract is going to leave on our terms and we're going to maximise the opportunity that might represent for the club."

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Man Utd suffer blow as top target set for Premier League rival for huge fee

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Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a deal to sign West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes in a £85m move, with the Portuguese star choosing Spurs over Manchester United

Tottenham Hotspur are set to beat Manchester United to Mateus Fernandes after reaching an agreement worth £85million. Spurs are poised to make the Portuguese midfielder their fifth summer acquisition with the 21-year-old preferring a move to North London over the Red Devils.

Roberto De Zerbi's outfit have pipped their competitors to land the Hammers ace as their newest recruit. United had shown interest in the former Southampton player, but Fernandes has chosen to make the cross-London move, where he will become a record-breaking signing with Spurs shattering their previous benchmark, football.london has reported.

Fernandes will eclipse the transfer record previously held by Dominic Solanke's £65million switch from Bournemouth in 2024. Fernandes featured 36 times for the East London outfit in the Premier League last campaign, netting three goals, but was unable to prevent Nuno Espirito Santo's squad from suffering relegation.

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The Red Devils had identified Fernandes as a priority target following their agreement to bring in Ederson from Atalanta, though it has been suggested they were put off by the price tag and the player's wage demands.

Further reinforcements at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium are expected as De Zerbi continues to reshape the squad and stamp his authority on the club. Spurs are seeking to return to contention amongst Europe's finest following their brush with relegation last term.

Jan Paul van Hecke is set to join his new colleagues following a break after the World Cup, having made a £52million switch from Brighton and Hove Albion. The Dutchman joins the influx of Premier League-experienced players arriving in North London, including Andy Robertson, Marco Senesi and Martin Dubravka.

Pending a medical, Fernandes' arrival will bolster an already extensive midfield line-up featuring Conor Gallagher, Rodrigo Bentancur, Pape Matar Sarr, Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall. The Swede's future at Hotspur Way hangs in the balance amid rumours he's seeking a fresh challenge away from Spurs.

United, having missed out on securing Fernandes, must now reassess their alternatives following this transfer disappointment. Their woes were compounded at the World Cup when Manuel Ugarte sustained a severe knee injury amidst ongoing speculation about his club future.

Rumours suggest Ugarte was poised for an Old Trafford exit this summer as Michael Carrick seeks to strengthen and reinvest in the midfield.

It has been claimed that while the Red Devils pushed hard for his signature, they will only sign players at the right valuation and ones who want to play for the club. The suggestion from Alex Crook of talkSPORT is that Fernandes' preference wasn't clear throughout their transfer pursuit.

Despite making his Portugal debut in April, Fernandes was omitted from their World Cup squad in North America. He's expected to meet his new teammates in less than two weeks when pre-season training kicks off.

Spurs have six fixtures pencilled in before the season kicks off in earnest on August 22 with the journey to Brentford, as the new Premier League campaign has been delayed due to the international tournament spanning the United States, Canada and Mexico.

De Zerbi will reunite with his squad from Friday, July 10 for medical examinations, fitness assessments and gymnasium sessions. They will then progress to complete training ground work alongside the coaching team from Monday July 13.

For the likes of Robertson and Van Hecke, along with other Tottenham regulars, they will return at different times owing to their World Cup commitments. The Scotland skipper watched his team exit at the Group Stages while the centre-back was part of the Holland squad that tumbled out following their penalty shoot-out defeat to Morocco in the early hours of Tuesday.

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Arsenal news: Gunners want Tottenham star as 'talks with agent begin' over £100m transfer

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Arsenal are set to be busy again in the market as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his title-winning side, but the Gunners face a battle with rivals Tottenham on the transfer front

Arsenal approach the summer transfer window from a position of strength as the current Premier League champions.

Mikel Arteta will be keen to capitalise on his team's triumph by landing the club's priority signings. The Gunners have built an impressive squad but there's always room for improvement. Arsenal have repeatedly been linked with Aston Villa sensation Morgan Rogers, while Morocco prospect Ayyoub Bouaddi has also been mentioned for a switch to the Emirates Stadium during the World Cup.

Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is another player who has been the focus of transfer talk. The 26-year-old was reportedly an Arsenal target during the previous window and remains on the wishlist of several Premier League sides. Here, the Daily Star Sport looks at some of the major stories concerning Arsenal.

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Sandro Tonali transfer battle update

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly joined the chase to secure Newcastle star Sandro Tonali.

Arsenal were initially linked with a shock swoop for the Italy international at the close of the winter transfer window.

The Times reports that Spurs have held talks with Tonali's representatives regarding a potential switch to Roberto De Zerbi's outfit. Newcastle are said to rate the midfielder at up to £100million.

It is reported that Tonali has been touted to several clubs, including Arsenal and Manchester United. Newcastle have already offloaded one of their key players this summer following Anthony Gordon's switch to Barcelona.

Arsenal deal Tottenham blow

Arsenal are reportedly keen on landing Tottenham Hotspur academy talent Elijah Upson.

The defender is poised to leave Spurs when his contract expires and could deliver the hammer blow of Upson joining their north London rivals.

The Athletic claims that Arsenal are pursuing Upson as part of their campaign to secure elite youngsters, after their pursuit of Leicester City's Jeremy Monga. Upson featured 23 times across all competitions last season, leading Spurs' U18s as skipper on numerous occasions.

The England U18 international is the son of former Arsenal centre-back Matthew Upson. The 47-year-old spent five-and-a-half years with the Gunners, making 57 appearances and claiming the Premier League crown in 2002.

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Meet Marcos Senesi's stunning footballer girlfriend who made Tottenham feelings clear

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Marcos Senesi has enjoyed a whirlwind week that's seen him sign for Tottenham and get a World Cup call-up - and supporting him throughout has been his footballer partner

Marcos Senesi's footballer girlfriend is fully behind her beau's move to Tottenham.

It's been a sensational summer already for Senesi, who has clinched a move to Spurs following the expiry of his contract at Bournemouth and has now been called up to Argentina's World Cup to replace the injured Leonardo Balerdi.

The two pieces of news mean Senesi and his stunning partner, Kelci-Rose Bowers, who recently played for Bournemouth's women's team, will spend more time apart. Senesi, 29, joined the Cherries from Feyenoord in 2022 and is believed to have started dating Bowers shortly after she signed for the Dorset club, initially on loan, in March 2024.

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Since then, their romance has blossomed, with the pair supporting each other in their respective careers. After Senesi's move to Spurs was confirmed, Bowers posted on her Instagram story: "A new chapter that I'm so happy to be part of."

Then, after Senesi was drafted in to join Lionel Messi and co at the World Cup, she posted: "OMGGGGGGGGG, it's happening," followed by a heart emoji. Bowers even captured the moment he got the call to go to North America.

Posting on X, she said: "We just came back from being in Miami on holiday. We came back to Ibiza just to enjoy a bit and relax, but this whole time neither of us have switched off.

"We are both aware of the situation so we’ve not been able to fully enjoy, do you know what I mean? And now, Marcos, he’s just been called up!

"Are you joking? This is literally what both of us have just been praying for, every day he’s been thinking about this. This is crazy."

After Senesi put the phone down, they embraced and screamed in celebration. Bowers has a successful career in her own right.

She combined playing for Bournemouth in the Women's National League with a successful modelling career. It was announced earlier this month that she had left the Cherries and her next move is unclear.

Bowers, who signed to modelling agency FORTE, enjoys lavish getaways around Europe, which she shares with her 225,000 Instagram followers. Last summer, the 22-year-old visited Senesi's homeland and has been regular at his matches, including away games.

Next season, when her busy schedule allows, she will be making trips to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to support Senesi, who has become the latest player to sign up for Spurs' rebuild under Roberto De Zerbi.

Senesi said: "It's a very special feeling to be a Tottenham Hotspur player. From the first moment, the club has shown why they want me and how much they want me to be a part of what they are building.

"It’s exciting and something I can’t wait to be involved in." De Zerbi masterminded Spurs' Premier League survival with an 11-point haul across seven tense matches.

But he has urged the club to learn lessons. An overhaul of the defence was quickly pinpointed as a key area of attention, with Senesi joining fellow free transfer Andy Robertson at the club.

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Andy Robertson makes mistake in Tottenham transfer unveiling as fans point out error

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Tottenham have confirmed the signing of Andy Robertson from Liverpool, with the Scotland international set to join as a free agent after the World Cup, but fans have spotted an error

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the signing of Liverpool defender Andy Robertson. The veteran left-back is currently stateside preparing for the World Cup with Scotland.

The tournament in the USA, Mexico and Canada has not stopped the north London outfit from officially announcing him as a Spurs player. Roberto De Zerbi hailed the Scottish battler as "someone I've admired for a number of years" in the club's statement.

Robertson, 32, brings title-winning mentality and credentials, having claimed two Premier League crowns, the Champions League, the FA Cup, two League Cups and the Club World Cup during his time at Anfield. He also arrives on a free transfer, having left the Merseysiders upon the expiry of his contract.

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Last season, Robertson featured in 24 Premier League matches, netting one goal. Prior to his switch, Robertson also posted a social media video, where he said: "Hi Tottenham fans, it's me, Andy Robertson here. As you can see, I'm not in Glasgow, I'm in America, just preparing for the World Cup. I just wanted to send you a quick message to say I cannot wait to play for you guys.

"I cannot wait to play in the stadium for the first time in front of you. I'm already looking forward to next season. All the best and I'll see you soon."

However, Spurs fans questioned why the left-back had no said 'Come on you Spurs' at the end of his greeting. One said: "Needed a COYS at the end." A second fumed: "No COYS? Send him back..."

A third added: "Robbo. Missed the COYS and that would have been perfect." Another echoed: "He just needed a COYS at the end there. Welcome to the greatest team in the world." While a fifth said: "No come on you spurs?"

In the statement, De Zerbi said: "Andy is someone I've admired for a number of years and he will bring outstanding technical qualities, experience, leadership and mentality to our team.

"He is a proven winner at the highest level over a long period and is someone who can be a big player for us, both on and off the pitch. I can't wait to start working with him and seeing the positive impact he will have on everyone around him."

Sporting director Johan Lange also stated: "We are delighted to welcome Andy to the club. First and foremost, he is an outstanding left-back - one of the best of all time in the Premier League, and someone who will improve our squad.

"In addition, his quality, character and leadership have been evident throughout a career in which he has regularly competed for - and won - major honours. Andy's professionalism and commitment will also be invaluable to the development of our squad.

"He shares our ambition and determination to bring success back to the Club. We are excited for Andy's new chapter with us and look forward to having him here after the World Cup."

Interestingly, Tottenham have yet to reveal what shirt number the Scot will wear in north London. During his video, which also featured a cameo from former Spurs captain Michael Dawson, Robertson's jersey was revealed without a number.

Regardless, he will compete for a spot alongside the likes of Destiny Udogie and Djed Spence. He will formally join the club on July 1, one day after his Liverpool contract expires.

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Cristian Romero snubs Tottenham relegation decider as captain 'doesn't give a f***'

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Tottenham captain Cristian Romero won't be in attendance supporting his team-mates for Spurs' crucial final game of the season against Everton as they battle relegation

Cristian Romero has infuriated Tottenham supporters after it was reported he won't be present for their relegation battle this weekend.

The Spurs skipper is sidelined through injury and has chosen to return to Argentina to support his former club this weekend, rather than back his team-mates against Everton. Romero picked up a knee problem in Tottenham's 1-0 defeat at Sunderland last month which has kept him out of their remaining fixtures. His absence proved a major blow for manager Roberto De Zerbi, though they have collected eight points from the subsequent five matches to keep their survival hopes alive.

Spurs head into their final fixture against Everton at home controlling their own destiny, aware that three points will guarantee 17th place and condemn West Ham to relegation in 18th. The Hammers sit two points behind their London neighbours and welcome Leeds on Sunday.

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It promises to be a nerve-wracking and crucial Sunday for Tottenham, yet Romero will be nowhere to be seen in the stands. The club captain will instead be cheering on his former side Belgrano as they face River Plate for the Argentine championship this weekend. The Cordoba outfit shared footage on social media of Romero visiting their training facility on Friday.

That decision has sparked outrage on social media, with some supporters branding his choice as "disgraceful". Numerous others have suggested this marks the end of his tenure at the club, irrespective of whether they face relegation or not.

One fan said: "The captain of Tottenham Hotspur choosing to personally miss the club’s biggest-ever league match in our recent modern history. Romero should never be allowed to put on a Spurs shirt ever again. Damning indictment of a culture which has been allowed to manifest inside our club." Another said: "Outrageous. He can't be bothered to support his team-mates."

A third fan said: "I've defended Romero to the hills, several times. However, this is a disgrace from a "captain". Performs when he wants. Never does interviews. Cries about the ownership a couple of times and we all love him. Massive game on Sunday and he doesn't give a f***."

Romero has been heavily linked with a transfer to Atletico Madrid this summer, despite having three years remaining on a contract extension he penned last year. The 28-year-old moved to Spurs in 2022 from Atalanta and has made 156 appearances for the club.

His significance to the squad was emphasised by De Zerbi when announcing his season-ending injury last month. "Romero, I'm very sorry for him, for his injury," De Zerbi said. "First of all, Romero loves Tottenham, people have to know he's suffering for this injury, suffering because he can't play for us again this season. He's a great captain for us.

"We have to be positive. We have Radu Dragusin and Kevin Danso, they are able to play, to play well, to give us the quality with the ball and to be strong in the defensive space so we can win. We want to win."

In his absence, Danso has paired up with Micky van de Ven in central defence, but the pair were unable to prevent Chelsea from securing a 2-1 victory on Tuesday, setting up a final-day relegation showdown.

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Ex-Spurs boss Daniel Levy's five-word assessment on Tottenham relegation fears

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Daniel Levy was awarded a CBE by the Prince of Wales for his services to charity and the community in Tottenham, as the former chairman opened up about Spurs' Premier League relegation concerns

Ex-Tottenham bosses Daniel Levy has emerged from his bunker of silence and declared "not in a million years" did he witness warning signs during his tenure as Tottenham chairman that the club could find itself battling relegation.

Speaking to the Press Association at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, Levy, who stepped down from his position after nearly 25 years in September, said "relegation was not something we ever considered" when he was supervising the construction of the £1billion Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2019.

Spurs sit two points above the Premier League drop zone, having managed just 38 points from 36 matches so far this campaign, not securing a league victory in 2026 until April 25.

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When questioned about his feelings regarding the club's league standing, he responded: "Emptiness... but I'm optimistic that we will remain in the Premier League."

He replied "never, no, not in a million years" when asked whether he spotted any indicators the club would find itself in a relegation fight.

Despite the side's dismal performance in the league, Levy stated he would carry on attending fixtures, declaring: "It's in my blood."

Levy received a CBE from the Prince of Wales for services to charity and the community in Tottenham, backing education, health and social inclusion and generating employment through the stadium's construction.

"I think Tottenham fans should be proud that the club has made such a fantastic contribution to the local population," he said. Having overseen Tottenham for 24 years, Levy was the Premier League's longest-serving chairman, yet he faced criticism from supporters for putting the club's commercial priorities ahead of achieving on-field glory.

Levy admitted he had wished to secure more trophies during his tenure, stating: "What I would have hoped for is winning the Premier League, winning the Champions League... easier said than done."

He revealed he discussed Aston Villa with William, who is a devoted Villa supporter, when he collected his honour.

"I thanked him for allowing us (Tottenham) to beat Aston Villa when we played them a few weeks ago," he said.

"He wished us luck the rest of the season, very much hoping that Tottenham survive in the Premier League."

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Tottenham's Peppa Pig deal during relegation fight leaves Spurs fans dumbfounded

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Tottenham are staring down the brink of a historically bad season, yet marketing chiefs at the club decided it was a good time to launch a new campaign with Peppa Pig

Tottenham Hotspur supporters have been left furious after the club launched its own Peppa Pig range. Spurs remain in the bottom three with just four games to go and are in serious danger of being relegated to the Sky Bet Championship.

Although they managed to claim their first win of 2026 against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, they are still two points from safety. And just a matter of days before Roberto De Zerbi's side return to action against Aston Villa, the club have launched some new merchandise, inspired by a collaboration with Peppa Pig.

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Among the offerings were a pink Tottenham hat which was adorned by characters from the cartoon.

And one angry Tottenham fan commented: "Lads we are on the brink of relegation,” before another sarcastically said: "On the brink of relegation. At least we have Peppa Pig merch to show for it.

A rival supporter also said: "Don't worry about relegation Spurs fans. At least you'll be able to meet Peppa Pig at the stadium in May.”

A second rival also said: “The concept of 'Spurs x Peppa Pig' I can’t even read it without laughing.”

Speaking after his side’s win on Saturday, De Zebri said: "I want to be positive but we still played the first 45 minutes very well. I think in the first half we played well.

"We didn't create big chances to score but anyway we had control of the game. And then, [in the second half] maybe the pressure, we lost distances on the pitch and every one of us wanted to go one-to-one.

"I'm happy for the result. I hope this result can change something in our head and mentality."

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Tottenham relegation 'written in stars' as flops 'cosmically misaligned' warns astrologer

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Tottenham's relegation from the Premier League is 'written in the stars' as their starting XI "psychologically dissolves" due to their zodiac chemistry, an expert astrologer has warned

Tottenham Hotspur’s relegation from the Premier League is written in the stars, according to an expert astrologer.

Spurs have just four games to save themselves from humiliation and remain in the top-flight. Roberto De Zerbi’s team are currently two points adrift of London rivals West Ham, after the Hammers’ last-gasp win over Everton meant Tottenham’s first win of 2026 against rock-bottom Wolves failed to drag them out of the bottom three.

And what had been an amusing joke among rival fans throughout the second half of the season is now becoming a real possibility, with Spurs’ broken squad having to conjure up the fight that has been missing for 18 months in all respects if they are to avoid the drop.

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Through Live Football Tickets, professional astrologer Antonella took a deep dive into the Tottenham squad’s dynamics and whether the answer to their problems lay in the stars. And it’s not good reading for Spurs fans.

She revealed: “You have a squad dominated by Earth (5 Virgo, 6 Taurus) and Mutable signs (Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces = 15 players). This is the signature of a group that is mentally busy but energetically inconsistent.

“Earth signs want control and certainty; Mutable signs adapt, doubt, and shift. Put together, this creates a dressing room where players constantly re-evaluate rather than assert. Add Pisces (5) into the mix and you introduce emotional diffusion, mood swings, and a loss of sharp competitive edge when things go wrong.

“This is not the zodiac chemistry of a relentless, identity-driven side; it’s the profile of a team that can play beautifully when conditions are right but psychologically dissolves when momentum turns.

“You also have too many internal leaders and not enough natural followers. Taurus, Leo, Aries, Sagittarius, and Aquarius all carry strong individual agendas (17 players). These signs don’t like being controlled; they believe in their own reading of the game.

“Virgo questions decisions, Sagittarius ignores structure, Taurus resists change, Aquarius resists authority, Aries acts impulsively. That creates subtle fragmentation rather than unity. What’s missing is Capricorn (only 1) and Scorpio intensity, signs that bring discipline, hierarchy, and survival instinct.

“Astrologically, this squad has talent and intelligence, but far too many voices and not enough collective will, which is why form collapses under pressure and leadership on the pitch feels blurred rather than commanding.”

After looking through the team and their star signs, Antonella concluded: “If we isolate the likely XI of Tottenham Hotspur, the pattern becomes even clearer, and more problematic.

“This team is dominated by Virgo (3), Taurus (2), and Aquarius (2), supported by Pisces, Cancer, Aries, Leo. That is Earth + Air + Water, with only one true Fire driver (Aries).

“In astrology, this is the signature of a side that is intelligent, positional, and thoughtful, but not instinctively aggressive. Virgo (Danso, Porro, Bissouma) brings analysis, caution, and overthinking under pressure.

“Taurus (Richarlison, Tel) adds strength but also rigidity and emotional stubbornness. Aquarius (Gallagher, Bergvall) plays by system and idea, not emotion.

"Pisces in goal (Kinský) and Cancer in midfield (Bentancur) make the emotional tone of the spine very mood-sensitive. When confidence is high, this flows; when confidence drops, performance dissolves quickly.

“Leadership and impulse are also mismatched. Aries (van de Ven) and Leo (Spence) want direct action and authority, but they are surrounded by signs that question, feel, or intellectualise before acting. This creates a dynamic where the few who want to drive the game are buffered by teammates who want to process the game.

“Astrologically, this XI has technical quality and awareness, but lacks a unified competitive instinct. It’s a line-up built to play well when settled, not to fight well when the match turns chaotic, which is exactly the profile of a team that can look composed for long spells yet struggle badly when momentum, pressure, or emotion swings against them.”

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Tottenham hiring psychologist to 'heal minds of players' as flops heading for relegation

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Tottenham Hotspur are looking for a sports psychologist as the club continue to battle against relegation from the Premier League after a torrid campaign

Tottenham Hotspur are on the lookout for a new club psychologist to 'help heal the minds' of their mentally drained players.

Spurs have found themselves in an unlikely relegation battle, with Roberto De Zerbi's expensively-assembled side currently languishing in 18th in the Premier League, after the new boss replaced the sacked Thomas Frank. And they're taking drastic measures to try and avoid the drop to the Championship.

Xavi Simmons thought he had helped to steer them clear of the drop zone against Brighton, before a stoppage time equaliser from the Seagulls stole back two points and left the Lilywhites with only one. Spurs' players sank to the ground in despair, while Simmons looked on the verge of tears.

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And now the club are on the lookout for a sports psychologist as they try to work on the mindset of their flops. In an advert, Spurs said: "Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is committed to building a world-class performance environment for our Men’s First Team.

"As part of this ambition, we are seeking an outstanding Performance Psychologist to join our Performance Team. This is a high-impact role embedded within the Men’s First Team environment at Hotspur Way.

“Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team you will lead the delivery of evidence-based psychological support to elite professional players.

"The role encompasses individual player support, systemic work across the coaching and performance staff, and the ongoing development of a psychologically informed performance culture throughout the team.

“This role demands a practitioner who is credible, discreet, and highly effective in a Premier League environment, capable of building trust with players and coaches while operating with the professional rigor expected at the highest level of the game.”

The same role has also been posted for their women's team.

Tottenham are back in action on Saturday against an already relegated Wolves side. Dropping more points could push Spurs towards an unthinkable relegation.

De Zerbi's side then face a journey to Aston Villa before they welcome Leeds United followed by clashes with Chelsea and Everton.

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