Tottenham has signed goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky from Slavia Prague for £12.5m.

Tottenham Hotspur from Slavia Prague for £12.5 million marks a significant development in the club's efforts to bolster its squad amid ongoing injury challenges. Kinsky, a 21-year-old Czech Republic Under-21 international, has signed a long-term contract that extends until 2031 . This strategic move is particularly pertinent given the current predicament faced by Tottenham, where first-choice goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is sidelined due to a fractured ankle. The urgency of this signing underscores the importance of maintaining competitive performance levels in domestic competitions.

Spurs have serious issues in goal with first-choice Guglielmo Vicario out injured and Fraser Forster among those who missed Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Newcastle due to sickness, leading to Brandon Austin, 25, making his senior club debut in the defeat.

Kinsky has kept 12 clean sheets in the Czech First League across 19 league appearances for table-topping Slavia Prague this season.

After joining from Dukla Prague in 2021, he spent some time on loan before establishing himself at Slavia.

The Czech Republic Under-21 player has made 29 appearances for Slavia this season and kept 14 clean sheets.

In total, Tottenham are currently without eight first-team players due to injury, suspension and a sickness bug in the camp.

Destiny Udogie, Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero all sidelined.

Postecoglou's men have struggled throughout the squad crisis, winning just once in their last seven league matches and plummeting to 12th in the Premier League table.

Kinsky's arrival not only addresses an immediate need for goalkeeping depth but also reflects Tottenham’s commitment to investing in young talent. His experience with Slavia Prague, where he honed his skills in a competitive environment, positions him as a promising candidate to step into the starting role . The decision to sign Kinsky may also be viewed through the lens of long-term planning; by securing his services until 2031, Tottenham aims to cultivate stability within their goalkeeping department and potentially develop him into a key player for years to come.

Moreover, this transfer highlights broader trends within football regarding youth recruitment and injury management strategies. As clubs navigate increasingly congested schedules exacerbated by injuries—such as Vicario’s—the ability to adapt quickly through effective signings becomes paramount Thus, while Kinsky's debut may occur during upcoming cup matches, his integration into the team will be pivotal not only for immediate results but also for shaping Tottenham's future trajectory.

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Sarah H

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