Tottenham Hotspur invested heavily in the summer transfer window of 2026, spending over €360 million and adding ten new players across the squad for the 2026/27 season. Despite reinforcing many areas under new manager Roberto De Zerbi, the club did not bring in a new goalkeeper after their long-standing first choice, Guglielmo Vicario, moved to Juventus on loan. Instead, Tottenham opted to retain their existing goalkeeping options with Antonin Kinsky stepping up as the primary goalkeeper.

Kinsky, the Czech shot-stopper, has been between the posts for every Premier League minute this season, following a crucial contribution to Spurs’ survival in the previous campaign. However, his performances this term have been inconsistent, and after a particularly poor display in a Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid that nearly ended Tottenham's European run, many questioned his future at the club. Nevertheless, De Zerbi reaffirmed his confidence in Kinsky, naming him first choice despite the ongoing scrutiny.

As Tottenham continues to struggle without a Premier League win early this season, uncertainty surrounds Kinsky’s ability to provide the reliability Spurs need. The club may have to revisit the goalkeeping situation during the January transfer window, with Greek goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis from Hull City emerging as a potential target. Tzolakis’ early season form has impressed and could make him a viable option for Tottenham looking to strengthen the position.

Until the winter window opens, Spurs must rely on Kinsky to prove his worth and justify his role despite the team’s broader challenges on the pitch. The scenario underscores that no matter the scale of summer spending, certain issues like goalkeeping cannot be ignored indefinitely. Tottenham’s next moves in the transfer market will be crucial to address this vulnerable spot and support De Zerbi’s efforts to turn around the campaign.