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Tottenham's Summer Shake-Up: £21M Defender Joins and Five Players Exit

2025-05-31

Author: Mei

Exciting News from Tottenham Hotspur!

Tottenham Hotspur is making waves in the summer transfer market, having finalized a £21 million signing of defender Kevin Danso and announcing the departure of five players, including a £17 million sale.

The club's triumph in the Europa League final not only marked the end of a long trophy drought but also secured their place in next season's Champions League. This coveted position is set to attract star players to Spurs, while also improving their chances of keeping their current stars.

Kevin Danso's Permanent Move Confirmed

In a move that fans can celebrate, Spurs have officially signed Austrian centre-back Kevin Danso on a permanent basis. Danso was initially brought in during a rough patch of injuries for the team and proved invaluable while covering for Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven.

With this acquisition, Tottenham has confirmed a transaction worth €25 million (£21 million) to his previous club, Lens, as reported by both Fabrizio Romano and the BBC.

Profit from Hojbjerg's Departure

To further balance the books, Tottenham also bids farewell to Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who has made his loan spell at Marseille a permanent deal, netting Spurs £17 million in the process.

The club officially announced, 'Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s loan to Marseille will become a permanent transfer this summer.'

Four More Players Depart Spurs

In addition to Hojbjerg, Tottenham confirmed that four other first-team players—Fraser Forster, Sergio Reguilon, Alfie Whiteman, and Timo Werner—are heading for the exit.

Forster’s role diminished significantly after the signing of Antonin Kinsky as the backup goalkeeper. The trio of Forster, Reguilon, and Whiteman will leave on free transfers as their contracts have expired. Meanwhile, Werner will return to RB Leipzig after a rather underwhelming second loan stint in London, despite Spurs having the option to buy him for just £8.5 million.

What's Next for Tottenham?

With new signings and significant exits, Tottenham fans can expect an exhilarating summer ahead. Stay tuned for more developments as the club continues to reshape its squad and aim for success next season!