Inter Milan completed the permanent signing of England full-back Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur on August 15, 2026. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] The 26-year-old defender agreed to a five-year contract that runs until June 30, 2031. [2, 3, 4, 5]
The reported transfer fee for Spence is around £30 million (€30 million / $40.59 million). [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] Spence made 85 appearances for Tottenham after joining the club in 2022 from Middlesbrough. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] He was integral to Spurs’ success in the 2024-25 season, helping the team win the UEFA Europa League. [1, 5]
Before establishing himself at Tottenham, Spence had loan spells at Stade Rennais, Leeds United, and Genoa—the latter during a six-month stint in 2024 in Italy. [2, 3, 4, 1] At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, he featured in all eight matches for England under manager Thomas Tuchel as the team finished third. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Upon completing his transfer, Spence posted a farewell message to Tottenham fans reminiscing about the Europa League final night in Bilbao. He thanked club staff, teammates, and supporters, saying, "A special chapter comes to an end, It's been some journey, with plenty of memories, moments and experiences that I'll carry with me for forever, especially that night in Bilbao. Thanks to all the staff members who've helped me along the way, the players who've become family and most importantly thank you to the fans. Time for a new chapter now, but Spurs will always have a place in my heart." [1]
At Inter Milan, Spence will join fellow England defender John Stones, who recently signed a two-year deal after leaving Manchester City. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] The move reunites the pair in Serie A as Inter look to strengthen their defense.
Spence is set to make his debut for Inter Milan during the upcoming 2026-27 Serie A season, with expectations high after his contributions at Tottenham and England.
