De Zerbi appreciates Spence but understands his desire to leave Tottenham

Tottenham does not intend to oppose the sale of Djed Spence, a concrete target for Inter to strengthen the right flank. According to the London Evening Standard, Roberto De Zerbi has acknowledged the impossibility of guaranteeing the player the desired playing time, especially after the excellent performance delivered by the former Genoa player at the recent World Cup.

The English winger is currently behind Pedro Porro in the pecking order for the right-back position. The Spanish world champion renewed his long-term contract with the Spurs last June, consolidating his position as a starter. Although he can also play as a left-back, Spence prefers to operate on the right wing and believes that his recent international performances have earned him the right to more consistency in that position.

De Zerbi has expressed admiration for the player, but he understands his ambitions. The former Middlesbrough player wants to be an undisputed starter at the peak of his career, a guarantee that the London club cannot offer him.

As reported by the English newspaper, “in an ideal world, Tottenham would not want to sell a player who just four weeks ago was praised for his performance in the World Cup semi-final lost by England against Argentina. But with Spence eager to play regularly and Tottenham looking to maximize player sales, a deal with Inter seems to be the ideal solution for both parties.”