The Lillywhites defied expectations to snatch that all-important Champions League spot ahead of rivals Arsenals - and the difference that makes has been crystal clear already.
Fraser Forster has arrived from Southampton to rival Hugo Lloris for the number one position while the experienced Ivan Perisic is in town.
There is Yves Bissouma who turned down the chance to join Aston Villa in January and has instead moved to north London.
When the likes of Harry Winks and Steven Bergwijn leave there will be space to bring players that suit the ideas the Italian manager wants to play next season.
Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni is high on the list of wants, while Djed Spence from Middlesbrough has been widely mentioned too.
So, with all the names being bundled around, here is the team Antonio Conte could play on the opening day against Southampton.

5. RWB Djed Spence
There are multiple reports that a deal has agreed with flying Middlesbrough full back Djed Spence, who helped Nottingham Forest to promotion last season while on loan. | Getty Images

6. LWB Ivan Perišić
An experienced player who has developed down the years and brings a winner’s mentality. Terrorised England as a forward in the 2018 World Cup, but moved to wing back when Conte was Inter Milan manager - and will likely stay in that position at Spurs. | AFP via Getty Images

7. CM Yves Bissouma
The Mali international been brought in to add quality, stamina and make a difference in the team. Will likely take the place of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. | Getty Images

8. CM Rodrigo Bentancur
Another player who was key to helping the team finish in the Champions League. One of the best around. | Getty Images


