Tottenham's Urgent Transfer Moves After Defeat

Tottenham hit the panic button – and the market.

Less than 24 hours after a bruising 3-0 defeat at Brentford to open their Premier League campaign, Spurs have moved aggressively to reinforce their attack, turning once again to Manchester City’s talent pool.

Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano reported on Sunday afternoon that Tottenham have reached a full agreement with City for Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush in a deal worth €60 million.

The former Eintracht Frankfurt striker is expected in London on Monday to undergo his medical and sign his contract, a swift turnaround that underlines the urgency in north London.

Marmoush is not arriving alone in this City-flavoured rebuild. Spurs are also set to complete the signing of Savinho from Manchester City for a fee in the region of €100 million, a statement outlay aimed at jolting a squad that looked short of ideas and edge in west London.

One heavy defeat has clearly sharpened minds at Tottenham. Now the question is simple: will these two big-money arrivals be enough to change the trajectory of their season?