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Tottenham Hotspur have initiated a comprehensive summer clearout, confirming the departures of thirteen players while finalizing a £21 million deal for Austrian defender Kevin Danso.
The sweeping changes come at a pivotal moment for the club, fresh off their Europa League triumph but still reeling from a disappointing Premier League campaign that saw them suffer 22 defeats.
The most notable exit is Timo Werner, with Spurs declining their £8.5 million option to make the German forward’s loan from RB Leipzig permanent.
The 29-year-old failed to justify his temporary stay in North London, managing just three goals across 41 appearances in all competitions during his season-and-a-half stint.
Werner’s struggles were compounded by a hamstring injury that sidelined him for a significant portion of the campaign, ultimately convincing the club hierarchy not to pursue a permanent deal.
Joining Werner through the exit door are veteran goalkeeper Fraser Forster and academy product Alfie Whiteman.
Forster, 37, arrived from Southampton in 2022 and played his part in the early stages of Tottenham’s European success, while Whiteman departs after making just a single first-team appearance despite his long association with the club.
Spanish left-back Sergio Reguilon also leaves after five years that included loan spells at Atletico Madrid, Manchester United, and Brentford, his contract expiring without renewal.
The future of Ben Davies remains uncertain, with the Welsh defender’s contract set to expire on June 30. While Championship newcomers Wrexham have expressed interest, Tottenham may yet offer fresh terms to the long-serving defender.
Another unresolved situation involves Mathys Tel – the French forward’s loan from Bayern Munich included a £50 million purchase option that Spurs are still evaluating after his mixed performances since arriving in January.
In more positive news, Tottenham will formally complete the £21 million signing of Kevin Danso on Sunday, activating the purchase clause in his loan agreement with RC Lens.
The 26-year-old Austrian international made ten Premier League appearances last season and featured in the Europa League final victory over Manchester United, convincing the club to make his stay permanent.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s loan move to Marseille will also become a permanent transfer as previously agreed, continuing the Danish midfielder’s departure after four years of service.
The club’s academy clearout sees ten young players released, including Will Andiyapan, Archie Baptiste, and Jahziah Linton among others, as Tottenham streamline their youth setup.
These personnel changes unfold against the backdrop of uncertainty surrounding manager Ange Postecoglou’s future.
Despite delivering the club’s first European trophy in over a decade, the Australian’s position remains under scrutiny following the dismal league campaign.
The board appears torn between rewarding his continental success and addressing the Premier League shortcomings that left Spurs languishing in mid-table.
This summer of transition presents both challenges and opportunities for Tottenham. The departure of underperforming players creates space for new signings, while the Danso acquisition demonstrates the club’s willingness to invest in promising talent.
However, the unresolved managerial situation threatens to overshadow their transfer business, with potential targets likely seeking clarity on who will be in the dugout come August.
As pre-season preparations loom, Tottenham face critical decisions that will shape their ability to build on this season’s European success.
The squad overhaul suggests recognition of the need for change, but whether these moves represent the beginning of a coherent rebuild or mere tinkering around the edges remains to be seen.
One thing is certain – the coming weeks will prove pivotal in determining whether Spurs can translate their cup triumph into sustained progress across all competitions.