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How do clubs fund transfers?

Football clubs primarily fund transfers through a mix of existing cash reserves, future income streams like TV rights and ticket sales, and sometimes loans. Selling players also generates funds. Tottenham's willingness to spend big on players like Fernandes and Tonali shows they have significant financial backing or confidence in future earnings.

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