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Spurs Preseason: Earthquake, Injuries, and Transfer Rumors
25 Jul
Summary
- Earthquake near Tottenham's training camp, causing no major damage.
- Manager discusses Lucas Bergvall's uncertain future with the club.
- Club seeks two more attacking players despite significant summer spending.
Tottenham Hotspur's preseason tour in New Zealand commenced with an unexpected tremor as a 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck nearby, though no significant damage or injuries were reported among the team. Manager Roberto De Zerbi held his first major press conference, emphasizing the importance of preseason fixtures in setting the team's standard for the upcoming season.
De Zerbi discussed the club's transfer strategy, confirming the pursuit of offensive reinforcements. The future of young player Lucas Bergvall is a key point of discussion, with De Zerbi planning to meet with the player next week to determine if he will stay or be sold. This follows reports of Bergvall seeking more regular first-team football.
The manager also commented on the absences of Pape Matar Sarr and Rodrigo Bentancur, who were granted an extended break. Updates were provided on injured attackers Mohammed Kudus and Dejan Kulusevski, with Kudus facing a recovery setback and Kulusevski still sidelined after a serious injury. Despite substantial investment in six new players following a challenging season, Spurs are actively seeking two more attacking talents.
