Inter secures english defender spence from tottenham for €35m

Serie A giants Inter have completed a headline-grabbing summer transfer by signing versatile full-back Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur for a reported fee of €35 million. The move comes as a direct replacement for outgoing Dutch international Denzel Dumfries, who recently sealed a high-profile switch to Real Madrid.

Contract details and future plans at San Siro

The 26-year-old English defender has committed to a five-year deal at Inter, keeping him at the club until June 2031. Following a successful medical examination at both club and Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI) facilities, Spence finalized terms worth €2.5 million annually, supplemented by performance-related bonuses. The London side will receive an immediate €31.5 million payment, with an additional €3.5 million tied to future performance milestones.

Return to Italy after standout performances

This transfer represents a homecoming for Spence, who previously impressed during a six-month loan stint at Genoa in early 2024. That experience proved pivotal in convincing Inter manager Cristian Chivu of his tactical versatility. Capable of operating equally effectively as both a right and left full-back, Spence adds crucial positional flexibility to the team’s defensive setup.

His stock has risen dramatically on the global stage following stellar showings at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he featured in all eight of England’s matches across the tournament in North America. The defender’s international breakthrough came when he started the semi-final defeat to Argentina before helping secure third-place honors with a victory over France.

Tottenham chapter concludes as new era begins

Spence departs London having made 85 appearances for Tottenham since joining from Middlesbrough in July 2022 for an initial £19 million fee. His exit was facilitated by Tottenham‘s own defensive reinforcements, particularly the arrival of experienced Scottish left-back Andy Robertson on a free transfer, who will provide stiff competition and leadership.

Fresh challenges and Italian football’s return

With this acquisition, Inter becomes the second club to welcome an English international this summer, following the free signing of defender John Stones from Manchester City. The Nerazzurri are now turning their attention to the new season, with their Serie A campaign opener scheduled against Monza on August 22 at the San Siro Stadium.