Full Breakdown
Djed Spence Transfer Talks Intensify Between Tottenham Hotspur and Inter Milan
8/11/2026, 8:10:20 PM
Current Negotiations
Tottenham Hotspur and Inter Milan are in advanced talks over the possible transfer of England right wing-back Djed Spence. Inter have submitted a bid around €30 million plus performance-related bonuses, while Tottenham’s asking price is reported between €30 million and €45 million. Spence, 25, wants a move to Serie A, and both clubs aim to settle before the summer window closes.
Background & Context
Spence joined Tottenham from Middlesbrough in 2022 for a fee that could rise to £20 million. After loan spells at Rennes, Leeds United and Genoa, he became a regular in the 2024-25 season and helped Tottenham win the Europa League. He signed a long-term contract in August 2025 and earned his England debut the following month.
Inter lost right-back Denzel Dumfries to Real Madrid earlier this summer and have been searching for a direct replacement. Their pursuit of Spence intensified after failed attempts to sign Union SG forward Anan Khalaili and Moussa Diaby.
Tottenham’s full-back options now include Destiny Udogi, Pedro Porro, Andy Robertson and prospect Souza, limiting Spence’s starting chances, especially as the club will not compete in Europe next season.
Data & Statistics
- Age / Contract: 25; expected four-year deal with Inter.
- 2025-26 Appearances: 44 matches for Tottenham, no goals or assists.
- World Cup: Featured in England’s semi-final against Argentina, noted for a decisive sliding tackle.
- Transfer Valuations Reported: €30 million plus bonuses; €40 million; €45 million; £25.6 million; £34.5 million; £30 million; £25-34 million range.
Official Statements & Responses
Tottenham chief executive Vinai Venkatesham and sporting director Johan Lange are handling the fee, according to reports. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi has told Spence he is not in the club’s long-term plans, preferring Porro and Robertson. Inter’s sporting director confirmed Spence is the “main target” for the right-wing-back role.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the exact fee: some cite €30 million, others €40-45 million, with earlier estimates up to €47 million. No contract has been finalized, and the timing of a medical or official announcement is unclear. Some reports mention a possible package involving centre-back Cristian Romero, but this remains unverified.
Timeline
- July 11 2026 – Spence celebrates England’s World Cup quarter-final win over Norway in Miami.
- Summer 2026 – Transfer window opens; Inter lose Dumfries and begin scouting replacements.
- Early August 2026 – Outlets report Inter and Tottenham are “close to an agreement” on Spence, with fees ranging €30-45 million.
- Mid-August 2026 – Inter’s sporting director reiterates Spence as the primary target; Tottenham’s leadership says final conditions are pending.
Why It Matters
For Tottenham, selling Spence could free funds for a busy summer spending programme that includes signings such as Sandro Tonali and Jan Paul van Hecke, while reducing the wage bill after a season without European competition.
For Inter, acquiring Spence would add a versatile wing-back capable of playing both flanks, directly addressing the void left by Dumfries and supporting the club’s ambition to compete on multiple fronts in Serie A.
The outcome will shape the defensive options of both clubs and could influence the broader summer market, especially if the fee settles at the lower end of the reported range.
