Manor Solomon Surprises by Starting for Tottenham in Preseason Opener

Manor Solomon, the Israeli winger who joined Tottenham Hotspur a few seasons ago after impressive performances with Shakhtar Donetsk, has been included in Tottenham's starting lineup for their first preseason match. Despite being expected to play a significant role upon signing, Solomon's progress was hindered by injuries. Recently, he spent the last half-season on loan at Fiorentina, where he played a key part in helping the Italian club avoid relegation. Returning to Tottenham, Solomon was surprisingly named in the starting eleven by coach Roberto De Zerbi for the friendly against Doncaster Rovers on July 26, 2026. This decision came despite reports in recent weeks suggesting Solomon was not in Tottenham's future plans. Fans reacted with surprise and interest on social media, noting the connection between De Zerbi and Solomon from their time together in Ukraine.