Inter Secures Djed Spence with Long-Term Deal

Inter have nailed down the future of their right flank, and they’ve done it with intent.

The club have completed the permanent signing of Spence from Tottenham Hotspur, handing the 26-year-old a long-term deal at San Siro that runs until June 2031. Fresh from his birthday and with his stock at its highest, the England international has committed his prime years to the Nerazzurri.

The move follows a full round of medical examinations, both with Inter and the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI), clearing the way for a contract reportedly worth €2.5 million per season plus performance-related bonuses. Tottenham, who brought him in from Middlesbrough back in July 2022 for an initial £19 million, receive €31.5 million up front, with a further €3.5 million tied to achievable add-ons and performance milestones.

For Spence, this is not a leap into the unknown. It is a return to a country where he has already convinced plenty of doubters. His six-month loan with Genoa in 2024 turned into a pivotal chapter, showcasing his pace, stamina and tactical intelligence in Serie A. Those months persuaded Inter’s hierarchy that he had the engine and discipline to handle Cristian Chivu’s demanding wing-back roles.

That versatility is central to the deal. Comfortable on either flank as a wing-back, Spence gives Chivu the option to flip systems mid-game without sacrificing balance. In a side that leans heavily on its wide players for width, pressing and creativity, that kind of flexibility is pure gold.

The timing feels perfect. Spence arrives in Milan off the back of a standout 2026 World Cup, where he became a fixture for the Three Lions. He played in all eight of England’s matches in North America, starting the semifinal against Argentina and then the third-place playoff win over France. That run hardened his reputation as a defender who can handle high-pressure stages and relentless schedules.

His journey at Tottenham ends at 85 appearances, a tally that underlines a career built on persistence. He fought his way through competition and tactical shifts in north London, and now leaves as a player with both Premier League and major tournament experience behind him.

Tottenham’s willingness to sanction the sale has been shaped by their own reshuffle at full-back. The arrival of Andy Robertson on a free transfer has given Spurs a seasoned leader and competitor on the left side of the defence, easing the path for Spence’s departure and reshaping the dynamic in Ange Postecoglou’s back line.

For Inter, this is part of a broader English tilt. Spence becomes the second England international to walk through the doors at Appiano Gentile this summer, following John Stones’ free transfer from Manchester City. Two seasoned internationals, both comfortable in possession, both used to playing under tactical scrutiny.

The message from Inter is clear: the right flank is locked down, the squad is hardening, and the clock is ticking towards their Serie A opener at home to Monza on August 22. Now it’s over to Spence to turn that long contract into long-term influence.