{"id":49896,"date":"2026-07-09T08:09:08","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T12:09:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/09\/tottenham-are-in-talks-to-sign-another-midfielder-after-tonali-and-fernandes\/"},"modified":"2026-07-09T08:09:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T12:09:08","slug":"tottenham-are-in-talks-to-sign-another-midfielder-after-tonali-and-fernandes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/09\/tottenham-are-in-talks-to-sign-another-midfielder-after-tonali-and-fernandes\/","title":{"rendered":"Tottenham are in talks to sign another midfielder after Tonali and Fernandes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/09\/tottenham-are-in-talks-to-sign-another-midfielder-after-tonali-and-fernandes\/#Tottenham_rivals_Brentford_sign_Gainslerville_midfielder_Ousmane_Diabate\" >Tottenham rivals Brentford sign Gainslerville midfielder Ousmane Diabat\u00e9<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/09\/tottenham-are-in-talks-to-sign-another-midfielder-after-tonali-and-fernandes\/#Tottenham_continue_to_make_plans_for_potential_signing_of_Diabate\" >Tottenham continue to make plans for potential signing of Diabate<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/09\/tottenham-are-in-talks-to-sign-another-midfielder-after-tonali-and-fernandes\/#De_Zerbi-backed_86m_star_linked_with_move_to_Tottenham_over_Barcelona_%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8BPSG_and_Arsenal\" >De Zerbi-backed \u00a386m star linked with move to Tottenham over Barcelona, \u200b\u200bPSG and Arsenal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Tottenham have already achieved two of the biggest gains of the summer with the signings of Sandro Tonali and Matheus Fernandes for a combined \u00a3185m, but they could still sign another midfield player.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<p>This ambitious double deal signaled Roberto de Zerbi&#8217;s intention to build a young and technically talented team capable of competing at the top.<\/p>\n<p>Spurs aren&#8217;t stopping there, targeting emerging talent across Europe, with the club determined to strengthen both the current and future of the squad.<\/p>\n<p>One name that has recently surfaced is Ousmane Diabat\u00e9.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tottenham-rival-brentford-for-gen-ccedil-lerbirli-i-midfielder-ousmane-diabate\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tottenham_rivals_Brentford_sign_Gainslerville_midfielder_Ousmane_Diabate\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Tottenham rivals Brentford sign Gainslerville midfielder Ousmane Diabat\u00e9<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to Daily Mail reporter Simon Jones, Tottenham are in talks to sign the 18-year-old defensive midfielder, but Brentford are currently considered the frontrunners to seal the deal.<\/p>\n<p>Jones reports that negotiations are ongoing, but the Bees have the advantage at this stage of the negotiations.<\/p>\n<p>Diabat\u00e9 may not be a household name yet, but he is quickly establishing himself as one of the best young midfielders in Turkish football.<\/p>\n<p>The Guinean international broke into the first team of Genclair Villegi during the 25\/26 season and appeared in no less than 17 games.<strong> <\/strong>The Ankara club secured a senior appearance in the Turkish Super Lig.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-container\">\n<table border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" style=\"\" align=\"\" summary=\"\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" scope=\"row\">\n<p>Football Fancast Verdict<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">\n<p><strong>reliability<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<td>\n<p>The information comes from Simon Jones, who has covered football transfers for the Daily Mail for many years and is particularly well-connected with Premier League club and player representatives. Although some reports refer to early-stage talks, he has a proven track record of breaking down transfer developments, which was later confirmed by other prominent journalists.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">\n<p>finances<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<td>\n<p>The transfer fee has not yet been announced, but Diabat\u00e9 would be a relatively low-cost investment compared to what Tottenham have recently spent on Tonali and Fernandes. Interest in Brentford would increase competition and therefore his final pay, but given his age and position in Turkish football, his current salary is expected to remain low.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">\n<p>insight<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<td>\n<p>Diabat\u00e9 came from Genclair Villegi&#8217;s academy and became a first-team regular during the club&#8217;s successful return to the top flight. Already a top-cap player for Guinea at international level, he is recognized for his tackling, positional discipline and composure in possession at just 18 years old.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">\n<p>impact<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<td>\n<p>Diabat\u00e9 will initially provide Tottenham with midfield depth, learning under an experienced player like Tonali. With long and careful coaching, he has the qualities to develop into a solid midfielder in the Premier League.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p>Despite being only 18 years old, he has become a regular thanks to his mature possession, aggressive possession and ability to defend.<\/p>\n<p>His performances appear to have captivated scouts across Europe, with Premier League clubs rapidly moving on before his value increases further.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tottenham-continue-to-plan-for-future-with-potential-diabate-deal\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tottenham_continue_to_make_plans_for_potential_signing_of_Diabate\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Tottenham continue to make plans for potential signing of Diabate<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Tonali and Fernandes will immediately strengthen De Zerbi&#8217;s first team, but the club remains committed to recruiting elite young prospects who can develop alongside the first team.<\/p>\n<div class=\"w-display-card-vignette\">\n<div class=\"qz\">\n<div class=\"qz-content\">\n<div id=\"qend\">\n<p>you scored<\/p>\n<p>out of 20<\/p>\n<p>      <button class=\"e-replay\" onclick=\"startQuiz()\">\u21a9 Play again<\/button>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Diabat\u00e9 fits that description, with his athleticism, composure under pressure and willingness to cover ground making him the type of midfielder that De Zerbi has consistently valued throughout his managerial career.<\/p>\n<p>However, Brentford represents stiff competition.<\/p>\n<p>The West London club has an excellent reputation for identifying young players before they explode, offering a clearer route to the first team than many big clubs.<\/p>\n<p>That development model could ultimately prove decisive if Diabat\u00e9 prioritizes immediate opportunities over joining a big-six team.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"display-card  article article-card small  no-badge  active-content                              \" data-include-community-rating=\"false\" id=\"tottenham-roberto-de-zerbi-eli-junior-kroupi\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<p>                        <\/p>\n<p>                    <span data-field=\"label\" class=\"article-card-label\"><label>related<\/label><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"w-display-card-content regular article-block\">\n<h5 class=\"display-card-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"De_Zerbi-backed_86m_star_linked_with_move_to_Tottenham_over_Barcelona_%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8BPSG_and_Arsenal\"><\/span>\n<p>\t\t\tDe Zerbi-backed \u00a386m star linked with move to Tottenham over Barcelona, \u200b\u200bPSG and Arsenal<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"display-card-excerpt\">The Lilywhites are &#8220;determined&#8221; to sign him.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tottenham have already achieved two of the biggest gains of the summer with the signings of Sandro Tonali and Matheus Fernandes for a combined \u00a3185m, but they could still sign another midfield player. 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