Spurs sign CB Danso to bolster injury-hit squad
Tottenham have boosted their defensive options with the signing of defender Kevin Danso from Lens.
www.espn.comHere’s the latest on Danso and Spurs based on publicly reported updates:
Spurs signed Kevin Danso from Lens on loan with an obligation to buy, aiming to bolster a injury-hit defensive line. The move was confirmed around February 2025, with reports noting Spurs’ intent to complete the permanent transfer in the summer after the loan [source: Premier League official announcement; ESPN reporting on the loan and obligation] [citation].
Danso’s arrival came amid a string of injuries in Tottenham’s defense, including concerns over starters and squad depth, making a defensive addition timely for Ange Postecoglou’s side [source: Premier League official article; ESPN summary] [citation].[1]
He featured to some extent in early 2025 after clearance processes, with the club indicating he could be available for early fixtures once international clearance and paperwork were finalized; meanwhile, transfer chatter and fan channels kept him as a key incoming option [citation].[2]
As of mid-2025, Danso faced injury setbacks that kept him out for portions of the campaign, with reports noting hamstring concerns and a spell on the sidelines, impacting his immediate availability for matches [citation].[7]
By late February 2025, Danso had begun integrating into the squad, with ongoing reports about his role in rotation or starting opportunities depending on the injury situation within the defense [citation].[4]
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Tottenham have boosted their defensive options with the signing of defender Kevin Danso from Lens.
www.espn.comDefender excelled in different sports during academy spell with MK Dons
www.standard.co.ukCentre-back joins on loan until the end of the season with obligation to make deal permanent in the summer
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www.sportsmole.co.ukCentre-back joins on loan until the end of the season with obligation to make deal permanent in the summer
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