Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino has admitted Tottenham cannot compete with their big-club rivals in the transfer market.
Despite his club being the only one challenging title winners Chelsea come seasons end, Pochettino is realistic with the clubs ability to attract top players, and the wages they bring with them.
Speaking before Spurs clash with Leicester on Thursday, Pochettino said: "We talk about 'if Tottenham are in the Champions League, it will be more attractive.' But then it's all about if you pay or not when we talk about top players.
"We have unbelievable facilities but if some club is paying double the salary, then how can you convince them? We cannot lie to you. That is the reality.
"You need younger players, like Dele Alli, who preferred to come here than another club. We took a big risk on Dele Alli and now he is a massive player, one of the most important in England. But who took the risk? Us."
Source: tribalfootball.com