Big-spending Tottenham hand De Zerbi the tools to dream

LONDON, Aug 28 : Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has lavished his club with more than £300 million ($407 million) over the summer transfer window, signing key players Savio and Omar Marmoush. Despite a disappointing 3-0 opening-day loss to Brentford, De Zerbi remains optimistic and believes the club can still bring in more talent.

The Brazilian winger Savio scored on his debut in a League Cup match against Charlton Athletic. Marmoush, who joined on loan with a view to a £50-million permanent deal, is expected to bolster the attacking line. Tottenham also signed midfielders Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, as well as central defender Jan Paul van Hecke.

De Zerbi remains open to further signings, including Liverpool's Cody Gakpo, while acknowledging the unusual situation of the transfer window remaining open during a season that has already begun.