Category: Transfers

Eveliina Summanen has signed a new contract with Tottenham Hotspur Women. The deal is described as “long-term” by the club.

The 27-year-old Finlad international said: “I’m happy here. I’ve found my place at Spurs, and I think it was natural to keep going on that journey. That’s why I’m excited to stay here, to see what we can build on. Hopefully [we can] achieve big things.”

Summanen has proved crucial for Martin Ho, building a formidable partnership alongside Drew Spence in the middle of the park. Commenting on the new deal, the Tottenham Hotspur Women’s boss said: “We are delighted that Eveliina has committed her future to the club. She has been a key part of our performances this season, bringing real control, intelligence and consistency to our midfield. Her technical quality in possession, ability to play forward under pressure and tactical understanding of the game give the team stability and direction, while her composure in duels and competitive mindset allow her to influence key moments both with and without the ball.

Ho added that believes that “Ev still has room to grow, and we see clear opportunities to continue developing the all-round impact she can have as she moves into the next phase of her career. Her behaviours every day, the way she trains, prepares and carries herself, and her professionalism and attitude are infectious within the environment.”

Eveliina Summanen’s Career so Far

Eveliina Summanen joined Spurs in from Swedish side Kristianstads DFF in January, 2022, playing 12 games that season. The following season, she netted five goals and provided six assists in 25 appearances. She recovered from injury in 2023 to feature in Spurs’s first ever appearance in the Women’s FA Cup Final. Last season, she made 19 appearances in all competitions, scoring twice. As said, she amongst those who have been revitalised under Martin Ho. 

The midfielder has played for her country since making her debut in 2017 against China. This includes featuring at Euro 2025. She is Spurs’ all-time leading assist-provider in the WSL and has played over 100 times for the club.

Anna Csiki has returned from her loan at West Ham

A flurry of incomings have been followed by some outgoings at Tottenham Hotspur Women. Kit Graham and Martha Thomas have both left on loan. They follow Ashleigh Neville, who left Hotspur Way permanently, joining Leicester.

Kit Graham has joined Ipswich Town on loan for the rest of the season. Graham came to Spurs from Charlton Athletic in 2019, becoming a member of the club’s first ever WSL squad. In total, she has made 91 appearances and scored 11 times. This includes appearing in all five games in 2024 FA Cup run that ended with her coming on as a second half sub at Wembley. Sadly, her time in North London has been scuppered by terrible injuries.

Martha Thomas, meanwhile, joined Liverpool on loan last week. She made a strong start after joining from Man Utd in 2023, scoring 10 goals in the opening season. Famously, she scored the goal that gave Spurs their first ever win in the North London Derby. She also headed in the goal that sent Spurs to that FA Cup final. However, she has been struggling for goals, scoring just 13 times in 66 appearances. Thomas scored on her debut for the Reds against London Bees.

Both this loan moves could, and should, help the players get their careers back on track. Elsewhere, Anna Csiki returned from her loan at West Ham today. She’s played 10 times for the Hammers, scoring in the team’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool last month.

The first thing Signe Gaupset did in Spurs’ 1-0 win over Leicester City last weekend was make a bursting forward run. She followed that up by passing through an opponents legs. But the time she was fully in the game it was clear that Tottenham had signed a young star in the making. 

Data from Twelve Football’s Earpiece outlines her attacking credentials. She is a highly involved midfielder who attacks the box and provides for teammates with high-quality passing. 

The 20-year-old Norweigian midfielder has already played a full season for Brann in 2025. She clocked 2108 minutes in 26 matches, starting 25 of them.  She netted 15 goals and provided 10 assists. It is exactly the attacking cutting edge her new team has been lacking.

Despite her attacking credentials, Gaupset is not a poacher. However, she is clearly going to be an integral part of driving her new team forward. This may help provide the likes of Bethany England and Tinka Tandberg with more chances. Too often they have had to feed off scraps, or pull of the sublime/ridiculous. (Yes, we’re still thinking of that halfway line Tandberg worldie.)

Martin Ho is clearly excited about his new arrival. Following her debut, the Spurs manager said Gaupset “was probably at 30, 40 percent today… I think once you see Signe at full tilt, you’ll see a totally different player but she showed again today, for the fans especially and for the club, what they’ve invested in and I think she’ll have many more big days here.”

Apparently Gaupset was not happy with her on performance. That could be ominous for opponents.

Ashleigh Neville playing for Spurs in the recent North London Derby against Arsenal

Keith Richards. Cockroaches. Ashleigh Neville playing for Spurs. Some things just feel like they will never come to an end. Well, today one of them has. The full-back has officially joined Leicester City, ending more than eight years in north London. 

In footballing terms, this is probably the right decision for all concerned. Spurs are looking to move forward and progress as a team. Neville will clearly want to play as much as possible in the latter years of her career. However, it is a hugely emotional moment. Neville is perhaps the embodiment of Tottenham’s rise up to the top tier of English women’s football, not least because it was her last gasp clearance that helped Tottenham get a 1-1 draw against Aston Villa and secure promotion back in 2019. 

Commenting on Ashleigh Neville’s departure, Andy Rogers, Managing Director of Tottenham Hotspur Women, said: “Ash’s contribution to the Club has been immense. She has been influential on our journey to establishing ourselves as a Women’s Super League team, and she departs as an undisputed Club legend.”

Rogers described Neville, rightly, as “a true pioneer of the Women’s game on and off the pitch”. He added: “Ash has always shown love and care to her teammates, staff, and our supporters. From helping us break into the top flight, to representing us at Wembley Stadium in our first-ever FA Cup Final, we are forever grateful to Ash and wish her all the best for the future. Forever a member of the Spurs family.”

Ashleigh Neville Working for Spurs on and Off the Pitch

Neville has been a huge support after Spurt LGBTQ+ supporters group, Proud Lilywhites. On Instagram, the group said: “From joining us on a lockdown Zoom quiz on her birthday to proudly posing with her own Proud Lilywhites flag, Ash consistently shows up for our community. Those moments matter. They make people feel welcome, valued and part of Spurs. We’re going to miss her hugely, not just for what she gives on the pitch, but for the presence, generosity and care she brings off it too. We’ll miss you in Lilywhite, Ash. Thank you for everything.”

The club have put out a video, saying goodbye. Tissues at the ready:

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Ashleigh Neville will not be away from Tottenham long. Leicester travel to Brisbane road on Sunday. I understand a goodbye is being planned for after the final whistle. She can expect a very affectionate reaction from the fans.

It’s been a busy few days at Spurs, at least on the women’s side. The club have announced four new signings. All of them look to be players that not only bulk out the squad, but immediately improve the first team. The developments indicate both a desire from the new leadership, headed by CEO Vinai Venkatesham, to grow the women’s team. It also suggests confidence in manager Martin Ho, after a pretty successful start to the season.

New Signings For Spurs Women