Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has stated he plans to speak with Lucas Bergvall this week regarding the player’s future. The young Swede has been the subject of transfer speculation, with reports indicating he may seek regular first-team football away from Spurs.
De Zerbi acknowledged that he has not yet discussed Bergvall’s situation with him but intends to do so in the coming days. The outcome of these talks will be crucial in determining whether Bergvall remains with the club or is sold during the current transfer window.
The manager reiterated his stance from the beginning of his tenure at Tottenham: players who are not happy or proud to be at the club should leave. He emphasised the importance of motivation for players representing Tottenham.
Bergvall’s Future and Transfer Interest
Bergvall’s desire for consistent first-team action has reportedly led to interest from several clubs. Brighton & Hove Albion is reportedly preparing a significant bid for the midfielder, with sources suggesting they are willing to meet Tottenham’s valuation, which is said to be approaching £60m (€70m, $80m).
This potential move would represent a record transfer for Brighton. The club’s recruitment strategy focuses on identifying young talent with the potential to develop into top Premier League performers, and Bergvall is believed to fit this profile.
Other clubs, including Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, Newcastle United, and Fulham, have also shown interest in Bergvall. Tottenham has reportedly rejected previous offers from Forest and Newcastle, indicating a valuation in excess of £50million.
Tottenham’s position on Bergvall has evolved, with the club now reportedly prepared to consider offers if their valuation is met. This comes after Bergvall reportedly expressed a desire to explore a move away due to concerns about playing time following the acquisitions of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes.
Squad Updates and Pre-season Tour
Tottenham is currently on a pre-season tour in New Zealand and Australia. De Zerbi held a press conference in Auckland, where he discussed the importance of pre-season fixtures for setting standards for the upcoming season.
The manager also provided updates on other players. Pape Matar Sarr and Rodrigo Bentancur were absent from the tour due to minor issues and were granted an extra week before reporting for training. De Zerbi described both as crucial players for the team.
Regarding injured offensive players, Mohammed Kudus is reportedly close to a return and is expected to be available for training upon the team’s return to London. Dejan Kulusevski, who has not played competitive football for over a year due to a patella injury, will be assessed in the coming weeks, with caution advised to avoid further risks.
Despite already bringing in six first-team players this summer, De Zerbi indicated that the club’s transfer activity is not yet complete. He expressed a desire to add another two attacking players to the squad, working with Johan Lange and Vinai Venkatesham to achieve this.
Tottenham’s first pre-season match against Auckland FC is scheduled for Sunday at 3:00 p.m. local time, which is Saturday at 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time and 4:00 a.m. Sunday in the UK.
Source: cartilagefreecaptain.sbnation.com
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