Tottenham Hotspur are already laying the groundwork for a key summer move, with early contact made for a £38.5m former Norwich City star.

It will be interesting to see how Tottenham Hotspur go about their transfer business in the next couple of seasons under Roberto De Zerbi.

We already know that the former Brighton manager often wants his way in the transfer market, and he could quickly become dissatisfied when his club does not match his ambition.

So far, Spurs are understood to be ready to build with De Zerbi, having handed him a five-year contract – one that should keep him in north London until 2031.

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CaughtOffside are now reporting that Tottenham Hotspur have looked to position themselves as favourites for the potential transfer of Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara this summer.

Sara has previously featured in the Premier League during his time with Norwich City. He is capable of operating in both central and attacking midfield roles and has already registered nine goal involvements this season.

Spurs have now made initial contact with those close to Sara to register their interest, with the 26-year-old understood to be keen on a move back to the Premier League.

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