Tottenham rebuild under Roberto De Zerbi targets Van Hecke, Solomon

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has said the club must rebuild its squad. The Lilywhites have made an initial offer for Brighton centre‑back Jan Paul Van Hecke, which Brighton rejected, and negotiations continue while the 25‑year‑old has one year left on his contract. De Zerbi praised Van Hecke’s development and high confidence, describing him as a "game‑changer" for Tottenham.

Israeli winger Manor Solomon, currently on loan at Fiorentina, said he has not heard from De Zerbi about his future. After a productive spell in Italy, Solomon clarified that a recent Instagram thank‑you post was not a goodbye, and his agent confirmed no official talks have taken place. Possible outcomes include staying at Tottenham, returning to Fiorentina on a reduced fee, or moving elsewhere depending on the manager’s decision.