In a significant move within European football, Djed Spence has officially transferred from Tottenham Hotspur to Inter Milan, as announced by the Italian champions on Saturday. The deal, valued at 30 million euros (approximately $35 million), marks a new chapter for the 26-year-old right-back, who has signed a contract with the Nerazzurri that extends until June 30, 2031.
Inter Milan confirmed the acquisition of Spence, who previously joined Tottenham from Middlesbrough in July 2022. During his time with Spurs, he made 85 appearances and scored two goals. The club expressed their best wishes for his future endeavors following his departure. Spence played a crucial role in Tottenham's defense last season, helping the team narrowly avoid relegation from the Premier League, despite the challenges they faced.
Spence's International Experience and Serie A Background
Spence's international credentials were further solidified this summer when he contributed to the England national team, which secured a third-place finish in the World Cup. His experience in Serie A is not entirely new, as he previously spent six months on loan at Genoa earlier this year, gaining valuable insights into the Italian league. His addition to Inter's squad comes at a time when the club is looking to strengthen its defensive lineup, which will also feature fellow England international John Stones, who joined from Manchester City just weeks prior.
PSG Welcomes Young Talent Godts
In another notable transfer, Paris Saint-Germain has signed Belgian winger Mika Godts from Ajax on a five-year deal, as confirmed by the club on Saturday. The 21-year-old enjoyed a standout season in the Dutch league, netting 17 goals and providing 12 assists, which earned him the title of young player of the year. The transfer fee for Godts is reported to be 55 million euros (around $64 million), including performance-related bonuses.
Godts, who has represented Belgium twice at the international level, expressed his excitement about joining PSG, stating, “I feel incredibly proud to be joining one of the best clubs in the world. I can’t wait to pull on this shirt and experience the Parc des Princes and its supporters.” Having developed through the Genk academy before moving to Ajax in 2023, Godts made 115 appearances for the Dutch club, contributing to 54 goals in total.
