Summary
Tottenham Hotspur celebrates avoiding relegation, finishing 17th in the Premier League, and is now focused on a summer reset. The club has already spent over £230 million in the transfer window but has not made any new signings in over a month, raising questions about the slowdown in activity. Former player Jamie O'Hara expresses optimism about recent signings but emphasizes the need for further improvements, particularly in the forward positions. He suggests that while Spurs should aim for a top-eight finish and European football, expectations for a Champions League spot may be unrealistic given their recent performance.
Sky Sports reporters Michael Bridge and Lyle Thomas provide insights into the club's strategy moving forward. They discuss the importance of a strong head coach and the benefits of not participating in European competitions this season, which could allow Spurs to focus on domestic success. The conversation also touches on potential signings, with names like Marcus Rashford and Cody Gakpo mentioned as desirable targets, while concerns about current players like Richarlison and Dominic Solanke are raised due to their inconsistent form and injury issues.
As the transfer window progresses, the need for a left winger and additional forward options remains a priority for Spurs. The discussion highlights the importance of building a competitive squad capable of challenging for European qualification and potentially silverware in domestic cups. The upcoming season is seen as a crucial opportunity for Spurs to re-establish themselves after a tumultuous period, with the first match against Brentford set for August 22.
Show Notes
Ron Walker hosts this special episode of the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast which takes a deeper look at how Tottenham Hotspur are shaping up for the new Premier League season. After narrowly avoiding relegation in May, Ron is joined by Michael Bridge and Lyall Thomas to take a look at the Tottenham squad and analyse the player incomings and outgoings over the summer. Plus we hear from former Spurs defender Jamie O'Hara who picks out one player he thinks the club should be targeting as a major signing. - •You can watch the Premier League action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink
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