Guglielmo Vicario’s situation at Tottenham has reached a delicate point, and the uncertainty around his future grows stronger with every passing week. With Inter Milan circling and pressure rising in London, the goalkeeper’s own feelings about a possible exit are now becoming clearer, painting a picture of a player who may be ready to bring his time at Spurs to an end sooner than expected.
The Italian shot-stopper has endured a difficult run of performances, and his most recent mistake has only intensified the scrutiny on him. Tottenham’s 2-1 defeat to Fulham at home last weekend became the match many pointed to as the moment his position truly became fragile.
In the opening minutes, Vicario rushed out unnecessarily, misjudged the situation, and played a poor clearance directly to Josh King. The mistake was punished almost immediately when Harry Wilson curled a stunning finish into the net from a tight angle, putting Fulham in full control.
The atmosphere inside the stadium shifted instantly. A wave of frustration swept through the home crowd, and for the remainder of the half, Vicario faced constant boos every time he touched the ball. It was a harsh reaction, and one that clearly affected the keeper, who looked shaken and hesitant throughout the match.
This response from supporters triggered anger from manager Thomas Frank, who suggested that those jeering could not truly consider themselves Tottenham fans. For him, unity during difficult moments is essential, and he did not hide his disappointment with the crowd.
Frank defended his goalkeeper publicly, insisting that the abuse had crossed a line. He argued that criticism should come after the match, not while the team is trying to recover.
His message was clear: the team needed support, not hostility, especially from the stands that are meant to protect their players. But despite his words, the relationship between Vicario and sections of the fanbase now appears fractured, and repairing that trust may be difficult.
Vicario’s weaknesses have been highlighted repeatedly in the media. Critics have questioned his command of the penalty area and suggested that opponents are beginning to treat him as a vulnerability to exploit.
Former players have also joined the conversation, with ex-Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy arguing that Vicario has looked nervy for too long and should have been taken out of the starting lineup weeks ago.
Murphy went as far as describing him as “nervous as a kitten,” saying Tottenham are suffering because the goalkeeper cannot deal with crosses or handle pressure with the ball at his feet.
These criticisms have fuelled speculation about his future, and new information from Italy has now added more weight to the idea that Vicario may not be at Tottenham much longer. Fabrizio Romano has already confirmed that Inter Milan are strongly interested, and a move in 2026 remains a realistic possibility.
But Italian outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport has gone further, reporting that Vicario has directly expressed his frustration to his agents. According to the newspaper, he is “weary” of his struggles in England and “yearning” for a return to Serie A.
It appears the emotional pull of home is becoming difficult to ignore for the 29-year-old. After difficult seasons in London, the report claims he has informed his representatives that this campaign could be his last in English football.
A return to Italy is now firmly on his mind, and Inter Milan are already positioning themselves as serious contenders for his signature. They reportedly see him as an ideal long-term successor to Yann Sommer, whose contract is set to expire at the end of the season.
Inter have taken the first steps by opening discussions with Vicario’s camp, and the idea of returning to Serie A seems to appeal to the player on both professional and personal levels.
A change of environment and the chance to rebuild his confidence in familiar surroundings may be exactly what he needs.
Meanwhile, Tottenham appear to be planning for life after Vicario. Reports suggest they have already begun to identify potential replacements, with Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen emerging as a strong candidate.
The young keeper has impressed with his composure and shot-stopping ability, drawing interest not only from Tottenham but also from Bayern Munich, who view him as a possible heir to Manuel Neuer.
Spurs have reportedly made contact to explore a deal, showing that they are not waiting to see how Vicario’s situation unfolds they are preparing for all possible outcomes.
As things stand, Vicario’s future looks increasingly likely to lie away from London. His confidence has taken several hits, the trust with supporters has been damaged, and the emotional toll of constant criticism appears to have pushed him toward considering an exit.
Tottenham may ultimately decide that a clean break benefits all parties, especially if they can secure a younger, more stable long-term option.
The coming months will reveal whether the Italian goalkeeper can turn his situation around or whether his time in the Premier League will end sooner than many expected. But one thing is already clear: Vicario has reached a point where the idea of returning home feels more like a necessity than a dream, and both Tottenham and Inter Milan appear ready to shape the next chapter of his career.
