What happened: Speaking to Fabrizio Romano, Joao Palhinha said he would "really like to be here" beyond this summer, telling reporters he has felt at home at Tottenham since day one. The midfielder pointed to the supporters and the crowd as reasons he wants to keep playing for the club. The comments signal his openness to making his stay permanent.

Why it matters: Palhinha's future is one of the bigger questions of Tottenham's summer, and a public declaration of intent strengthens Spurs' hand in any negotiation over a permanent deal. It also offers a measure of stability after a season defined by a relegation fight and managerial change under De Zerbi. This is the same Palhinha whose parent club's director publicly praised him last month.

What to watch: Watch for whether Tottenham and the parent club open formal talks over a permanent transfer once the season closes, and any club statement confirming intent.