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Breaking the bank: Spurs 10 most expensive signings of all-time

By Liam Thomas

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: David Bentley of Spurs reacts after a missed chance on goal during the Carling Cup third round match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at White Hart Lane on September 21, 2010 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: David Bentley of Spurs reacts after a missed chance on goal during the Carling Cup third round match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at White Hart Lane on September 21, 2010 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /
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MILTON KEYNES, ENGLAND – JULY 26: David Bentley of Tottenham Hotspur in action during the Pre Season Friendly match between Mk Dons and Tottenham Hotspur at Stadium MK on July 26, 2011 in Milton Keynes, England. (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images)
MILTON KEYNES, ENGLAND – JULY 26: David Bentley of Tottenham Hotspur in action during the Pre Season Friendly match between Mk Dons and Tottenham Hotspur at Stadium MK on July 26, 2011 in Milton Keynes, England. (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images) /

In the ever-evolving game of football, something that has always been a pivotal part of the game is transfers, especially at Tottenham.

Whether it be the glitz and glamour of an utterly extortionate amount of cash being paid, only for the player not to live up to their hype or a bargain buy that exceeds all expectations – everyone loves a good transfer.

It’s fair to say Spurs have had their fair share of these over the years, but who makes the top ten in a list of their most expensive ever purchases. Prepare to be surprised, amazed and asking yourself that dreaded question “did we really pay that much for him?”.

10. David Bentley (£22million)
How could you forget dear old David Bentley? The apparent heir to Beckham’s throne was the talk of the town when he joined Spurs from Blackburn back in 2008. However, four loan spells later, and failing to prove himself as the top-player he was touted to be, Bentley retired in 2013, leaving Spurs and the beautiful game behind – oh David what could have been?