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Football clubs spend huge sums on transfers to acquire top talent, hoping to improve their squad and achieve success. Tottenham's £300m spend aimed to strengthen the team, but as De Zerbi's comments show, splashing cash doesn't guarantee immediate results or a cohesive unit. It's an investment in potential.
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