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Tottenham attacker rejects Italian offers to commit to new contract at Hotspur way

Originally posted on To The Lane And Back | Last updated May 28, 2025 3:06 PM ET

Ellis Lehane turns down Italian interest to commit his future with Tottenham Hotspur

This season has been a rollercoaster for the Lilywhites — while they lifted the Europa League trophy, a disappointing domestic campaign has sparked the need for a major summer rebuild. With new signings expected and a transfer windfall on the horizon, Tottenham are preparing for a busy window. Amidst the uncertainty surrounding Ange Postecoglou’s future, one player has already committed to staying at Hotspur Way, turning down interest from abroad to remain part of the project.

Tottenham turned to youth early in the season due to an injury crisis, and it paid off. Young talents like Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray stepped up and impressed with their performances. Now, another promising prospect is making headlines — Ellis Lehane. The 18-year-old striker enjoyed a standout campaign with Spurs’ Under-18s, scoring an impressive 25 goals in just 54 appearances. According to Fabrizio Romano via X, Lehane has now committed his future to the club by signing a new two-year deal, keeping him at Tottenham until June 2027.

Tottenham secure future of rising star Ellis Lehane amid youth-focused rebuild

Fabrizio Romano reported that Ellis Lehane attracted interest from clubs in the UK and Germany, while John Wenham, owner of Lilywhite Rose, told Tottenham News that Italian sides were also monitoring the young striker. Wenham said this was a deal Tottenham were keen to complete, especially given Lehane’s 17-goal season and the strong interest from abroad. He added that Lehane is expected to feature for the Under-21s next season, likely partnering with Mason Melia, who is set to join Spurs this summer.

The Lilywhite Rose owner speaking to TottenhamNews, explained about the striker’s situation

“That is a deal that Tottenham wanted to do,”

“He scored 17 goals this season. There was definitely interest from other clubs; he was heavily linked with a move to Italy as well. Therefore, this was a good deal to get across the line.

“I think Lehane will feature for the Under-21s next season, as one of the strikers alongside Mason Melia, who is joining the club this summer.”

Following the secured future of Lehane, the focus now shifts to Tottenham recruiting in the summer transfer window. Their UEFA Europa League success has earned them a place in next season’s UEFA Champions League, and, if they have ambitions at the European level, investing is absolutely needed. To now start strengthening the team will be key to topping or at least matching this season’s success in Europe.

This article first appeared on To The Lane And Back and was syndicated with permission.

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