Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the signing of Marcos Senesi, the Argentinian international defender who was called up to the team yesterday World Cup 2026will join the Club on July 1, subject to international clearance, following the expiry of his contract with AFC Bournemouth. The move brings a physical, left-sided centre-half to north London on a free transfer, adding proven Premier League experience and leadership to Roberto De Zerbi’s defensive options.
From San Lorenzo to the Premier League
Born in Concordia, ArgentinaSenesi moved through the youth ranks of Buenos Aires giants San Lorenzo before breaking into the senior team and making his professional debut in September 2016. After nearly a decade in the Argentine capital, he moved to Europe in 2019 to join Feyenoord, where he reached the final of the KNVB Cup in his first season and featured in European competition in the inaugural Rotterdam League campaign and the Europa League final of three inaugural finals. in 2022.
He arrived in England later that year, signing for AFC Bournemouth, and spent four seasons on the south coast. The defender played a central role as the Cherries steadily climbed the table, signing to help the club secure European football for the first time in their history.
An outstanding final season at Bournemouth
The last term was classified among the best of his career. A true on-ball defender, Senesi completed more than 2,300 passes in the top flight, with no outfield player completing more long passes than his tally of 182. He also provided a threat up front, registering more assists than any other centre-back, while ranking in the top three in the Premier League for interceptions, blocks and clearances. Argentine international since 2022, has three international matches to his name.
what they said
On joining, Senesi said it was a special feeling to become a Tottenham player, adding that the Club had shown from the outset how much they wanted him to be part of their project. He pledged to give his best every time he steps on the pitch, to make the fans proud and to help take the Club to where it belongs, showing his desire to win trophies in North London.
Sporting director Johan Lange described Senesi as a defender who combines quality, intelligence and leadership, praising his experience at the highest level, his composure in possession and his hunger to compete for every ball. Lange said the Club believed Spurs were the perfect place for the defender as he enters a strong stage of his career.
head coach Roberto DeZerbi he highlighted the quality of the ball and the competitive advantage of Senesi, noting that he would strengthen the team defensively while offering flexibility in the formation. De Zerbi said the Argentine reads the game well, is comfortable in a possession-based system and has the personality to thrive in a demanding environment, adding that he admired the defender’s mentality and desire to keep improving.
Welcome to Tottenham Hotspur, Marcos.
