Who is Tottenham’s new signing Antonin Kinsky and how tall is the Czech goalkeeper?

ANTONIN KINSKY is a Czech goalkeeper who signed for Tottenham Hotspur for a reported £12.5 million.

The star comes a footballing family, as his dad - who shares his name - was also a professional goalkeeper.

Generational talent

Antonin was born in Prague, on March 13, 2003.

He played youth football for Tempo Prague before moving to Bohemians 1905 and, later, Dukla Prague.

The footballer made his senior debut with Dukla Prague, in a match which saw his team win the Czech National Football League.

When he moved to Slavia Prague, on a four-year contract, he was named the greatest Czech goalkeeping talent of his generation.

He remained with the club until the end of the 2024-2025 season and conceded only one goal during the first nine league matches of the season.

Antonin's success, coupled with his 6ft 3in height, saw him become one of the most sought after goalkeepers in the world.

Signing to Tottenham

On January 5, 2025, Antonin signed for Spurs on a six-and-a-half year deal.

His signing bagged Slavia Prague a reported £12.5 million.

Antonin made his debut on January 8, 2025 in the first leg of the EFL Cup semi-final against Liverpool.

Tottenham defeated Arne Slot's Liverpool side 1-0 and the youngster, who could be seen cuddling his mother in the crowd, won man of the match.

Antonin became the first Tottenham goalkeeper in 101 YEARS to keep clean sheets in his first two games.

However, his incredible run ended when Arsenal managed to turn around his first North London derby, coming from behind to win 2-1 with the keeper partially at fault for both goals.

Antonin's famous dad

The young keeper has a famous father who shares his name.

Antonin Sr played almost 400 games across the Czech and Russian leagues, making him one of the most accomplished goalkeepers of all time.

He is one of his son's biggest supporters and helped coach him through negotiations with Tottenham.

Antonin Jr told iSport.cz: "I have been listening to my dad until this moment.

"I would not have this chance without him.

"From the start, I considered Tottenham to be a great opportunity, but I waited on a green light from my father.

"The meeting with Mr Levy convinced him."