Spence makes Inter debut: how the former Tottenham defender fared

Djed Spence made his Inter debut during Saturday’s 3-0 victory over Parma, showcasing glimpses of his potential for the Serie A giants. The former Tottenham defender was introduced into the game in the 73rd minute, as Inter's result had already been decided. The £30m summer signing, who carries a €5m bonus clause, was met with a thunderous ovation from the San Siro faithful upon his substitution on the right flank.

Spence wasted no time in getting involved, but he lost his initial one-on-one encounter. However, he quickly redeemed himself by providing a cross for Lautaro Martinez, whose header hit the top of the crossbar. Spence also demonstrated his ability to vary his speed, posing challenges to Parma, who had begun to tire earlier in the match. Our player ratings awarded him a 6 out of 10, aligning with Calciomercato.com's assessment of this game as an opportunity for Spence to acclimatize to the San Siro environment.

The true measure of Spence's impact will come as Inter's fixtures intensify, beginning with their Champions League clash against Club Brugge on Tuesday.