Tottenham Hotspur's Squad Depth: A Post-Summer 2025 Transfer Window Assessment

The summer 2025 transfer window has officially closed, marking the end of a frenetic period for Tottenham Hotspur. Under manager Thomas Frank, the club invested heavily (around £200 million in total) to reshape the squad, focusing on bolstering midfield creativity, defensive solidity, and attacking options.

This came after a disappointing 2024/25 season where Spurs finished 17th, prompting a strategic overhaul. Key departures, including club legend Heung-min Son's move to LAFC for £20 million, created space and funds for ambitious signings like Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus.

Transfer Window Recap: Ins, Outs, and Net Impact

Tottenham's summer business was characterized by quality over quantity, with nine notable incomings aimed at elevating the team's competitiveness in the Premier League and potential European competitions. The club prioritized versatile attackers and robust midfielders, spending big on stars from top European leagues.

Key Incomings:

• Xavi Simons – A creative force expected to unlock defenses.
• Mohammed Kudus – Adds flair and goals from wide areas.
• Mathys Tel – Young talent with high potential in attack.
• Kevin Danso – Bolsters the backline with physical presence.
• Luka Vuskovic – Immediately loaned out but a future asset.
• Kota Takai – Versatile option for depth.
• Mason Melia – Youth prospect for long-term development.
• João Palhinha – Defensive midfield reinforcement.
• Randal Kolo Muani – Provides immediate attacking cover.

On the outgoing side, Spurs offloaded several fringe players and veterans, generating around £41.5 million in fees while clearing wages. This included permanent sales, loans for youth development, and releases.

Key Outgoings:

• Heung-min Son – A emotional exit for the club captain.
• Bryan Gil – Sought regular playtime.
• Pierre-Emile Højbjerg – Moved for new challenges.
• Manor Solomon – Temporary move amid injury recovery.
• Multiple youth loans: Mikey Moore, Alfie Devine, Min-hyeok Yang, Alejo Veliz, and others for experience.
• Releases: Sergio Reguilón, Fraser Forster, Alfie Whiteman.

The net result is a more balanced squad, with enhanced quality in key areas. However, the loss of experienced players like Son could impact leadership, though the influx of talent like Simons and Kudus has been hailed as a step toward challenging for trophies.

Squad Depth Breakdown by Position

As of September 2, 2025, Tottenham's first-team squad stands at around 28 players, offering solid depth across most positions. However, injuries to key figures like James Maddison, Dominic Solanke, and Yves Bissouma could strain resources early in the season. Dejan Kulusevski has also been nursing a minor issue, potentially affecting availability for the upcoming fixture against West Ham on September 13. Below is a positional analysis based on the current roster.

Goalkeepers (3 Players)

• Guglielmo Vicario – First-choice, reliable shot-stopper.
• Antonín Kinský – Promising backup.
• Brandon Austin – Third option, club-trained for squad rules.

Depth Assessment: Adequate but not luxurious. Vicario's consistency is key, and with no major injuries here, Spurs are stable. However, any issue with the Italian could expose inexperience in the deputies.

Defenders

• Centre-Backs: Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Radu Drăgușin, Kevin Danso, Ben Davies, Kota Takai.
• Left-Backs: Destiny Udogie, Djed Spence.
• Right-Backs: Pedro Porro.

Depth Assessment: Strong at centre-back with six options, providing rotation for a high-pressing system. Danso's arrival adds aerial dominance, complementing Romero and van de Ven's pace. Left-back is solid with Udogie as starter and Spence versatile. Right-back relies heavily on Porro, with Spence or even Davies as cover. Overall, this area has improved significantly, reducing vulnerability to injuries.

Midfielders (9 Players)

• Defensive Midfielders: Archie Gray, João Palhinha, Rodrigo Bentancur, Yves Bissouma.
• Central Midfielders: Lucas Bergvall, Pape Matar Sarr.
• Attacking Midfielders: Xavi Simons, Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison.

Depth Assessment: Excellent, with a mix of steel and creativity. Palhinha's loan addresses previous midfield fragility, while Simons brings world-class playmaking. Bissouma's short-term absence is mitigated by Bentancur and Gray's emergence. Maddison's long-term injury is a blow, but Kulusevski and Simons can fill the No. 10 role. This group offers tactical flexibility for Postecoglou's fluid style.

Forwards (8 Players)

• Left Wingers: Wilson Odobert.
• Right Wingers: Mohammed Kudus, Brennan Johnson.
• Centre-Forwards: Dominic Solanke, Mathys Tel, Randal Kolo Muani, Richarlison, Dane Scarlett.

Depth Assessment: Impressive, especially up top with five centre-forwards. Solanke's injury opens doors for new arrivals like Tel and Kolo Muani, while Richarlison provides proven Premier League output. Wing options are bolstered by Kudus' versatility, though Odobert is relatively untested at this level. Johnson remains a speed merchant on the right. The departure of Son leaves a goal-scoring void, but the new signings should compensate, offering depth for multiple competitions.

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Challenges and Outlook

While the squad now boasts enviable depth in midfield and attack, potential thin spots at full-back and reliance on injury-prone players like Maddison could test resilience. Early-season fixtures will reveal how well the new additions integrate, especially with Solanke and Bissouma sidelined until mid-September.

Analysts view this as a "near-perfect" window, positioning Spurs for a top-four push and perhaps Champions League qualification. If the blend of youth and experience gels, Tottenham could emerge as genuine contenders in 2025/26. The January window looms if any gaps persist, but for now, the foundation looks stronger than ever.