Tottenham’s busy summer transfer window activity is showing no signs of slowing down, as reports claim that a huge offer is being prepared for a key target in the market.

Roberto De Zerbi has already been boosted by a couple of major moves, as Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi join early in the window, signing as free agents.

A fee has been agreed with Brighton to sign Jan Paul van Hecke to bolster the backline even further, while talks are ongoing to sign Savinho from Manchester City this summer.

With almost every position covered so far, it makes sense that the next area of focus is the midfield, where Tottenham need some more quality in possession.

The main target for that role appears to be Sandro Tonali, as Spurs enter the race to land the Italian international.

Tottenham Prepare Sandro Tonali Offer

Tottenham are showing interest in Tonali this summer, as they join a race filled with rivals who are positioning themselves to land the Newcastle star.

Reports of a potential exit for the ‘world-class’ 26-year-old have only fuelled interest from clubs, while the Magpies are holding out for a fee in the region of £100 million to sanction a deal.

While other teams sit and wait for a move, Tottenham are being proactive and are ready to put up a huge fee, but not quite the valuation set by their Premier League rivals.

Journalist Alfredo Pedulla claims that the Lilywhites are preparing an offer in the region of £85 million for Tonali, in the hopes that it could seal a move.

Roberto De Zerbi is claimed to have a great relationship with Tonali already, which has led to him giving priority to Spurs over any potential transfer this summer.

It remains to be seen whether that could change with the involvement of other clubs, while it’s unclear whether Newcastle would be willing to cash in for a price lower than their initial valuation.

Tottenham Must Capitalise On Tonali Advantage

Tottenham are in a strong position to land Tonali, not because of their recent league finishes, but because of the quick work they are already doing in the transfer market.

Rivals for his signature, such as Arsenal and Manchester City, are all either waiting on other deals or haven’t yet made a move to land the star.

Meanwhile, Tottenham’s quick thinking to sort out other problem positions means that moving on to Tonali relatively quickly could see them land a deal for a midfielder they wouldn’t have otherwise secured.

The connection with De Zerbi means there is likely some instant buy-in from the Italian international, which could also prove pivotal in the decision he makes.

It’s a move that may not have otherwise come about, especially with the competition to sign him. It means Tottenham can’t afford to miss out on him.

Tonali’s quality on the ball, and his ability off it, means Spurs could have an all-round midfielder who can give them some calmness in the centre of the pitch that has been lacking.

It remains to be seen whether they can seal a move, but it’s one that the club can’t let slip, now he is in their sights.

Having yet to win the tournament, Cristiano Ronaldo featured at his sixth World Cup as Portugal took on DR Congo. His team were poor, though, as they were held to a 1-1 draw.

The Portuguese players started brightly and took a lead through a fine Joao Neves header after just six minutes. However, their opponents caused plenty of threat throughout the first half and found an equaliser just before the break, with Premier League striker Yoane Wissa heading home to make it 1-1.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Portugal getting on the ball but struggling to create, while Congo looked to threaten on the break. In the end, the game fizzled out with the African side delighted to take their first-ever point at a World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo Struggles in First 2026 World Cup Outing

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Naturally, all eyes were on Ronaldo during the game, but he struggled to make an impact in the first-half. Indeed, during the break, BBC Sport revealed that he had touched the ball just 16 times and failed to get any shots away at goal.

The second half was more of the same, but Ronaldo did finally get a shot away just before the 70th minute. He scuffed an effort wide when he should have perhaps left it for Bruno Fernandes. Moments later, he had a similar chance, although he was unable to work the goalkeeper with his effort, once again missing from close range.

Despite Ronaldo’s struggles, manager Roberto Martinez kept his captain on, even subbing off midfielder Vitinha in the 83rd minute to get striker Goncalo Ramos on the pitch. This did not pay off as the 41-year-old made little to no impact in the dying stages.

He finished the match with a 6.2 SofaScore player rating, the joint-worst of all Portugal players (level with Bernardo Silva, who was subbed at half time). In total, Ronalso had just three shots but didn’t hit the target with any. On top of that, he managed only 25 touches, which was fewer than goalkeeper Diogo Costa (37).

Fans Slam Ronaldo vs DR Congo

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Fans were not very impressed with Ronaldo as he failed to make much of an impact on proceedings. One said:

One more added: “Ronaldo is such a bad luck to this team.”

Even the kinder takes suggested Ronaldo should be dropped: “Ronaldo is the goat, but he shouldn’t be a starter. He needs to be on the bench.”

One said: “I’m a huge Messi fan but it hurts seeing Ronaldo not play the way he used too.” Another added: “Bernardo and Ronaldo are just too old. They slow down rest of team.”

Others were more blunt, however, with one fan saying: “Ronaldo is for Portugal such a horrible player man he is so finished.” One more said, “Now the whole world can see how washed Ronaldo is.”

One fan pointed out how he should have left one chance for Fernandes, instead of shooting: “It was literally a perfect pass to Bruno but Ronaldo made a bad choice.”

A final supporter damningly said: “Ronaldo as usual the worst Portuguese player on the pitch.”

Tottenham Hotspur are leaving no stone unturned in their bid to return to the Premier League’s elite this summer after agreeing three deals already, and they could be closing in on a fourth deal after agreeing personal terms with another target.

Tottenham clearly have no intention of finding themselves in another relegation battle next term, and they are ready to seriously back manager Roberto De Zerbi in the transfer market to give the Italian the best tools to bring them back up the Premier League standings.

One of the key areas of focus appears to be the defence after Spurs conceded 183 goals in their previous three top flight campaigns, with three new faces arriving to bolster the backline already.

The north Londoners have already announced the signings of free agent duo Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, while Jan Paul van Hecke is set to join them at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium when he returns from the World Cup after a £52m deal was agreed with Brighton and Hove Albion.

Tottenham are also in talks to make Joao Palhinha’s move permanent after De Zerbi made it clear he wants the 30-year-old after a successful loan spell, while they are also in discussions to sign Manchester City winger Savinho.

Tottenham Agree Personal Terms With Sandro Tonali

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Fabrizio Romano dropped a bombshell earlier this week that Tottenham were pushing to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, as De Zerbi looks to add a statement signing to his squad ahead of next season.

Despite links with Manchester City, Arsenal and Manchester United this summer, the Magpies man is said to be keen to link up with his Italian compatriot at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

That belief has been backed up by one trusted Tottenham source on X, who claims that the 26-year-old has now agreed personal terms to join Spurs on a long-term contract.

The next challenge for club chiefs will be to find an agreement with Newcastle, with GIVEMESPORT senior correspondent Ben Jacobs suggesting that the Tyneside outfit will demand a total fee worth up to £100m for their midfield maestro.

Tonali Deal Would Send Statement Out to Premier League

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Tottenham were a laughing stock for rival clubs’ fans last season, but there is no doubt that the addition of Tonali would send out a real statement to them and Spurs’ rivals ahead of next season.

Tonali has established himself as one of the best in his position in the Premier League since making the move to St James’ Park, and he should be in the prime years of his career at 26 years of age.

The Italy international has shown that he can be an all-round midfielder, offering physicality, energy, quality on the ball, and a goal threat.

What would be interesting to see is if Tottenham do end up landing Palhinha and Tonali, who ends up leaving.

De Zerbi currently has Rodrigo Bentancur, Pape Matar Sarr, Conor Gallagher, Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall to choose from in midfield, and at least one of those would surely be on their way if Palhinha and Tonali both join.

Sarr has been linked with an exit, while you wonder if one of Gray and Bergvall could be sent out on loan if their minutes are going to be limited, like they were in the closing stages of last season.