Tottenham line up Marmoush after Brentford loss
Tottenham’s confirmed 2026-27 squad numbers omit Guglielmo Vicario. Antonin Kinsky keeps No.31, Andy Robertson takes No.3 and Mikey Moore is listed with No.47.
James Maddison was made Tottenham’s fourth captain behind Micky van de Ven, Pedro Porro and Ben Davies, with fitness and selection doubts central to the decision.
De Zerbi said Tottenham are 'not a team yet' after the 3-0 defeat at Brentford, citing poor fitness, lost duels and a lack of soul and style.
Spurs are readying an improved bid for Cody Gakpo after a reported offer of around £60m was rebuffed by Liverpool. A move remains possible if Liverpool sign a winger, while a move for Mykhaylo Mudryk is not currently in the thinking of sporting director Johan Lange.
FC Köln are growing confident of signing Mikey Moore on loan. De Zerbi is delaying the move until Spurs add an attacker, while Savinho progress and his criticism of Moore have raised hope.
Spurs are without Simons, Kulusevski, Odobert and Kudus for Charlton, while Van de Ven, Porro and Sarr are doubts as De Zerbi's side seek a response to the 3-0 loss at Brentford.
Sporting president Frederico Varandas said João Palhinha gave priority to Tottenham, but Spurs would not meet the financial terms demanded, and the midfielder instead joined Benfica.
Tottenham will decide Mathys Tel’s future based on official offers, with Galatasaray in talks and Real Betis interested as Spurs weigh attacking additions.
Mateus Fernandes was one of Tottenham’s few positives in the 3-0 loss at Brentford, making a lively second-half impact and strengthening the case for a starting role.
Former Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario went off in stoppage time on his Juventus debut in a 1-0 win at Frosinone, though the issue is believed to be cramp.
Tottenham have reached a verbal agreement to sign Omar Marmoush from Manchester City on loan with a £50m buy clause that becomes mandatory under certain conditions, with travel and a medical due on Monday.
De Zerbi said Lucas Bergvall will '100 per cent' stay at Spurs despite summer interest, while Pape Sarr's future remains under review as Tottenham keep pushing for more signings.
After Tottenham’s 3-0 defeat at Brentford, Conor Gallagher, Lucas Bergvall and Mikey Moore are singled out as players Spurs cannot keep starting.
Tottenham’s 3-0 defeat to Brentford underlined their need for a striker upgrade on Richarlison, with the title pointing to a potential £65m target.
Pape Sarr has reportedly agreed personal terms with Galatasaray, but Spurs have rejected two bids and want £21.4m. De Zerbi said the midfielder's Brentford absence was due to a hamstring injury.
Savinho is set to join Spurs from Manchester City for £75m plus add-ons, giving De Zerbi a dribbling, creative winger suited to his wide, high-tempo system.
Micky van de Ven faces scrutiny as Tottenham captain after the 3-0 loss at Brentford, with Spurs needing his return to strengthen the defence.
Sandro Tonali endured a disappointing Tottenham debut in the 3-0 loss at Brentford, struggling physically and on the ball as Spurs’ midfield was overrun.
