Tottenham Hotspur announced on June 10 they have signed Argentine defender Marcos Senesi on a free transfer after his contract with Bournemouth expired [1, 2, 3]. The 29-year-old will join the Premier League club officially on July 1, subject to international clearance [4, 1, 2, 3]. Senesi, who rejected Bournemouth's contract renewal offers, leaves after four seasons and 128 appearances in all competitions for the Cherries [4, 1, 2, 3].
Senesi played a key role during Bournemouth’s promotion push last season, contributing to a 16-match unbeaten run and 11 clean sheets [1, 2, 3]. Manager Roberto de Zerbi praised his defensive qualities and mentality, saying, "He's comfortable playing in a possession-based team, reads the game very well and has the personality to thrive in a demanding environment" [4, 1]. Senesi will wear the number five shirt at Tottenham [4].
The defender has three caps for Argentina but was not included in the current World Cup squad [4]. Senesi said, "From the first moment, the club has shown why they want me and how much they want me to be a part of what they are building. It's exciting and something I can't wait to be involved in. Every time I step on the pitch, I will do my best to make the fans proud and to take the club back to the place it belongs. I want to win things with Tottenham and will do everything I can to make that happen" [4].
Senesi is Tottenham's second signing this summer, following midfielder Andy Robertson who also arrived on a free transfer [4, 1, 2, 3]. Tottenham finished 17th in the Premier League last season, just two points above relegation, narrowly avoiding the drop [4, 1, 2, 3]. Midfielder Yves Bissouma, who made 90 Premier League appearances since joining in 2022, is set to leave the club this summer [4].
Senesi’s transfer completes on July 1, as Tottenham look to bolster their defense ahead of the new season [4, 1, 2, 3].
