Djed Spence has officially joined Inter Milan after leaving Tottenham Hotspur, expressing enthusiasm for the club’s illustrious history and trophy success. He stated, “This really is a massive club,” and emphasized his willingness to take risks on the pitch.

The talented full-back flew in on Thursday evening and completed his medical tests on Friday, with the official transfer announcement made today.

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The transfer was finalized for a fee of €35 million, including add-ons, and Tottenham will receive a 10 percent share of any future transfer fee.

Spence has signed a contract that will keep him at San Siro until June 2031, marking his return to Serie A following a loan spell with Genoa in 2024.

Spence Admires Inter’s Historic Success

Djed Spence is welcomed to Inter in the trophy room after his move from Tottenham Hotspur.

In his own words, “This is a huge club and a big step for me and my family. I’m over the moon to be here and I’m ready to get started,” he shared with the official club’s website. He expressed being “definitely drawn by the history,” referring to the club’s rich collection of trophies.

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Last season, Inter added two more trophies to their cabinet, clinching the Scudetto and the Coppa Italia, achieving a domestic double.

Djed Spence has joined Inter from Tottenham Hotspur.

Having already competed in England, France, and Italy, Spence remarked on how these experiences significantly shaped him: “You learn so much when you play abroad. I can say I became a man when I was abroad and I’m grateful for those experiences.”

He recalled his previous time at Genoa, highlighting the special atmosphere at San Siro: “I remember it being a great time. So many legends have played there. It was a special experience, and now I’m happy to be coming back as an Inter player.”

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Spence referenced his crucial goal-line clearance against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, stating, “I’m the kind of player who likes to take risks, and that’s exactly what you’ll see from me at Inter.”

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JULY 15: Djed Spence #25 of England reacts after making a stop against Giuliano Simeone #17 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia.

Spence is expected to fill the void left by Denzel Dumfries, who transferred to Real Madrid. He brings added versatility as he can also play on the left side while being known for his strong defensive skills.

He stated, “My defensive ability is my biggest strength, along with my ball-carrying. I’d like to add more goals and assists to my game. If I can do that, I’ll be in a very, very good place.”

Djed Spence was ‘drawn by the history’ and trophy haul at Inter, noting this ‘really is a massive club’ after leaving Tottenham Hotspur, and assures he ‘likes to take risks’ on the field.

The versatile full-back flew in on Thursday evening and underwent all his medical tests on Friday, finally announcing the transfer today.

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It was a deal worth €35m including add-ons, plus a 10 per cent cut of the future sale fee going to Tottenham Hotspur.

Spence has signed a contract to June 2031 at San Siro, returning to Serie A after his brief experience on loan at Genoa in 2024.

Spence admires Inter history

Djed Spence is welcomed to Inter in the trophy room after his move from Tottenham Hotspur (inter.it)

“This is a huge Club and a big step for me and my family. I’m over the moon to be here and I’m ready to get started,” he told the official club website.

“I was definitely drawn by the history. You only have to look behind us at all those trophies. This really is a massive Club.”

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Inter added another two last season, winning the Scudetto and the Coppa Italia for a domestic Double.

Djed Spence has joined Inter from Tottenham Hotspur

Somewhat unusually for an England international, he has already played in England, France and Italy during his career.

“They’ve shaped me a lot. You learn so much when you play abroad. I can say I became a man when I was abroad and I’m grateful for those experiences,” added Spence.

During his previous spell at Genoa, he got to experience the atmosphere of San Siro.

“I remember it being a great time. So many legends have played there. It was a special experience, and now I’m happy to be coming back as an Inter player.”

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When referencing the iconic goal-line clearance on Giuliano Simeone for Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, he assured that he is “the kind of player who likes to take risks, and that’s exactly what you’ll see from me at Inter.”

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JULY 15: Djed Spence #25 of England reacts after making a stop against Giuliano Simeone #17 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

He is the replacement for Denzel Dumfries, who moved to Real Madrid, and brings added versatility by being able to play on the left too, but is better at defending than the Dutchman.

“My defensive ability is my biggest strength, along with my ball-carrying. I’d like to add more goals and assists to my game. If I can do that, I’ll be in a very, very good place.”