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Tottenham Face Decision Over Luka Vuskovic’s Next Step

Managerial recruitment priorities together with the player's demand for guaranteed first‑team football will shape whether Spurs keep him, loan him or sell him.

Overview

  • Recent reports on Friday and Saturday say Roberto De Zerbi is prioritising other centre‑back signings, leaving Vuskovic’s pathway into Tottenham’s first team unclear.
  • Vuskovic delivered a breakout 2025–26 loan at Hamburger SV, starting regularly and scoring six goals from centre‑back while earning Bundesliga Team of the Season recognition.
  • Tottenham are reported to be working on a new contract to protect his value, but there is conflicting coverage over whether the club will integrate him, loan him back, or sell him this summer.
  • Top European clubs including Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern have been linked with Vuskovic, while his advisers and former CEO Keith Wyness say guaranteed playing time will be the player’s priority over salary.
  • Tottenham narrowly avoided relegation last season, which has pushed the club to recruit experienced defenders and means the decision on Vuskovic will affect both squad planning and potential transfer revenue.