De Zerbi confirms Danso's desire to leave at Tottenham

De Zerbi stressed that he respects the player's wish but also wants the club's sporting interests to be safeguarded. A swift agreement with an interested club is possible, but not set in stone. The manager also made clear that he will continue to assess the squad in its current form before final decisions are made.

Possible suitors and transfer fee

Newcastle United and the French club RC Lens have been mentioned for weeks as possible buyers. Both sides are looking to strengthen defensively and are said to have held informal talks. However, no concrete offers have been publicly confirmed so far. According to British media reports, the Tottenham hierarchy consider a fee in the low double-digit million range realistic.

Danso moved to England several seasons ago from then-top-flight side RC Lens and initially established himself as a reliable defensive player. Injuries and fluctuations in form had, more recently, slowed his development. A move would allow the player to make a fresh start and put himself forward for higher sporting tasks.

Impact on the Spurs squad

For Spurs, the departure represents a manageable loss in both sporting and financial terms. The squad is considered sufficiently well-stocked despite the unrest, as the new signings and established players such as Pape Sarr and Richarlison provide further options. Should Danso leave, the sporting directorate would have to decide immediately on a replacement or an adjustment to the hierarchy in the defensive unit.

Speculation about the transfer request had already gathered pace on social media on Friday, after the player himself posted a cryptic message. De Zerbi has now officially confirmed the facts, giving reporting a clear direction.

Initial reactions have also come from the fan scene: while some supporters acknowledge the defender for his past contribution, many express relief at the clarity of the situation. The discussion over Danso's future is likely to continue to accompany Spurs in the coming days, until a transfer is finalised or the player publicly explains himself.