Tottenham wait on Kulusevski return as Bergvall signs
Spurs are bottom after a £175m rebuild, with poor finishing, defensive errors and a 3-2 Villa defeat deepening scrutiny on Roberto De Zerbi's side.
Tony Pulis says Tottenham's £400m rebuild needs time on the training ground, arguing the international break is poorly timed and Roberto De Zerbi should not be under pressure yet.
Martin Ho blamed nine changes as Spurs Women lost to West Ham on penalties in the Subway Players Cup, lamenting weak connections and missed late chances.
Tottenham and Manchester United are tracking Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic before January, with Spurs considering adding goals mid-season as Richarlison's future looks unclear.
Spurs target Andreas Schjelderup has joined Jorge Mendes' agency as Benfica wait on a new deal. Lost starts and just 26 minutes in two big games keep his future open.
Kulusevski could return after the international break, possibly at Manchester United on 10 October. Spurs' medical staff remain cautious after minor setbacks in his recovery.
Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly named Mateus Fernandes, from his West Ham days, as his toughest opponent, while Roberto De Zerbi recently said Spurs need more from the midfielder.
Lankshear's 8 goals in 11 games for Middlesbrough have sharpened scrutiny on Solanke, who is yet to score or assist for Spurs in the league this season.
Bergvall has signed a new deal through 2031 despite summer speculation, securing his Tottenham future with a pay rise.
Spurs' £100m move for Sandro Tonali is questioned as Alex Scott shines for Bournemouth, fuelling debate over whether Tottenham overspent in midfield.
Spurs are monitoring Bayern defender Kim Min-jae for January, with December talks over his role key. A deal could cost £21m-£26m as Roberto De Zerbi seeks experience at the back.
Spurs remain keen on Morgan Gibbs-White, but the Nottingham Forest playmaker would only consider a move if Tottenham can offer Champions League football.
Spurs' failure to replace Djed Spence is under scrutiny as Neco Williams excels for Forest. With Porro and Udogie injured, Tottenham's full-back depth looks badly exposed.
Financial filings show former Spurs chairman Daniel Levy earned about £88m in nearly 25 years, including a £27m severance package on departure.
With injured players due back, Roberto De Zerbi faces squad calls at Spurs and several senior players could soon find themselves out of matchday plans.
Vuskovic's comments on his Spurs exit have fuelled questions over Roberto De Zerbi's role in selling the defender, who has started strongly at Brighton.
Spurs have rejected two Shabab Al Ahli bids for Richarlison. The forward is unkeen on a UAE move, leaving his future unresolved before the 28 September deadline.
Former Spurs defender Vuskovic said he holds no bitterness over his £46m move to Brighton, saying Tottenham invested in him and club decisions are not for him to judge.
A ranking of Spurs' 19 Premier League-era managers places Mauricio Pochettino first, Harry Redknapp second and Ange Postecoglou third, with Roberto De Zerbi currently 12th.
Former Spurs midfielder Dele Alli is training privately at Barnet's ground as the free agent works towards a return, having also used Hotspur Way earlier in 2026.
Savio tops this Spurs ranking after five winless league games, ahead of Jan Paul van Hecke, Micky van de Ven, Rodrigo Bentancur and Mohammed Kudus.
