Tottenham Hotspur are already plotting squad improvements ahead of 2027, with the club’s board and manager working on transfer targets despite a difficult start to the season.
Roberto De Zerbi has yet to record a Premier League win in his first three matchdays in charge, but long-term planning remains firmly on the agenda at Spurs.
Journalist Ekrem Konur has reported that Tottenham are among several English and overseas clubs showing interest in Barcelona defender Eric Garcia.
The Spanish international has caught the attention of multiple clubs after impressing under Hansi Flick at Camp Nou this season.
Garcia has started three games for Barcelona so far and has demonstrated his versatility by operating as both a right back and a central defender.
His experience across La Liga and the Premier League makes him an attractive proposition for clubs looking to add quality and flexibility to their defensive options.
Signing Garcia will not come cheaply, however, as the defender is contracted to Barcelona until June 2031, giving the Spanish giants significant leverage in any negotiations.
While Transfermarkt values Garcia at £34 million, his actual asking price could rise considerably beyond that figure given the length of his remaining deal.
Tottenham will also face stiff competition from Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain, clubs who can offer Champions League football and a far more realistic shot at silverware.
The opportunity to compete for major trophies at either of those two clubs would represent a more attractive proposition for Garcia than a move to Spurs in their current state.
Tottenham’s primary motivation for pursuing Garcia appears to be finding a right back capable of sharing the workload with Pedro Porro, who has been relied upon heavily in recent seasons.
Whether the club will attempt to address that particular need in January or wait until the summer window remains to be seen, with competition for Garcia’s signature set to be fierce regardless of timing.