Tottenham Hotspur have signalled that signing Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen could solve their goalkeeper dilemma for the next several seasons, even though the Dutchman is expected to stay at the Amex until at least summer 2027.

Why is Verbruggen on Tottenham’s radar?

The 23‑year‑old Dutch keeper has been linked with North London since last year, but his profile rose sharply after the World Cup, where he kept every minute for the Netherlands before a penalty shoot‑out loss to Morocco on 30 June 2026. TalkSPORT reported that both Tottenham and Bayern Munich are monitoring his situation, but Brighton insist he will remain their first‑choice shot‑stopper for the 2026‑27 campaign.

How did the current keepers perform in 2025‑26?

Guglielmo Vicario’s form dipped, leaving him as a backup by the end of the season, while Antonín Kinský finally steadied his game, conceding just 1.00 goals per match in the Premier League. However, his save percentage sat at 58.8 % and his pass accuracy at 62.8 %, lagging behind Verbruggen’s 69.7 % save rate and 76 % pass success recorded in the same season.

What does the transfer market mean for Spurs?

If Kinský struggles next term, Tottenham could revive interest in Verbruggen during the summer window, despite Brighton’s insistence on a 12‑month extension. The club’s recent signing of 37‑year‑old Martin Dúbravka was clearly a stop‑gap, not a long‑term fix, so a move for Verbruggen would align with the board’s desire for a younger, world‑cup‑tested custodian.

When could a deal happen?

Verbruggen’s contract runs until 2028, but Brighton are reportedly willing to negotiate after the World Cup. Should Tottenham decide to act, they would need to outbid Bayern and meet Brighton’s valuation, which sources suggest could be in the region of £30 million. A summer arrival would give the club a clear number one ahead of the 2026‑27 season, allowing Kinský to develop as a reliable deputy.

Tottenham’s fans remain hopeful that the club will finally lock down a goalkeeper who blends shot‑stopping prowess with modern distribution, ending months of speculation around the number one shirt.