Tottenham Hotspur are continuing to map out attacking options for their transfer summer, and Marcos Leonardo is a name gaining relevance as the club assess younger profiles with proven output across different leagues.
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Spurs have leaned into this strategy in recent windows. They want forwards who can develop, adapt tactically, and still offer immediate contribution. Of course it has not always worked as planned, considering that players like Mathys Tel and Wilson Odobert still have limited output, but the strategy is clear.
Brazilian striker Marcos Leonardo still fits that model, especially when looking at his progression across Brazil, Portugal and Saudi Arabia.
The 22-year-old striker first built his reputation at Santos. There, he scored 54 goals and provided 11 assists in 168 appearances. That output, achieved at a young age, made him one of the most productive forwards in Brazil.
A move to Benfica followed. His time in Portugal was shorter, but still productive, with eight goals and one assist in 24 matches. While he did not fully settle, the numbers showed he could translate his game to Europe.
Now at Al-Hilal, Marcos Leonardo has continued to deliver. He has scored 44 goals and registered five assists in 72 appearances. This season only, he bagged 15 goals in 29 matches. That consistency has rebuilt his standing in the market and brought him back into focus for European clubs.
That is where Tottenham come in, as told by Brazilian outlet RTI Esporte.
Tottenham transfer situation opens
Interest in Marcos Leonardo is no longer limited to Brazil. Previous approaches from Flamengo and São Paulo did not advance. Financial demands played a role. Now, however, several European clubs are tracking the situation.
Tottenham are among those who have monitored him for months. His steady output at Al-Hilal has strengthened that interest.
From Spurs’ perspective, the most important factor is availability. The story indicate Al-Hilal are open to selling Marcos Leonardo in the next window. He is not considered a central part of their long-term project, despite his output.
The Saudi club are looking to recover their investment and potentially generate profit. The valuation is said to be around £55m (€65m), which places him within reach for Premier League sides.
What this means for Tottenham
Marcos Leonardo represents a familiar market opportunity for Spurs. He is young, productive across multiple leagues, and potentially available at a defined price. In addition, his profile suits a squad that still needs depth and variation in the final third.
The situation is expected to develop closer to the summer window. If Tottenham decide to move beyond monitoring, this could quickly turn into a concrete pursuit.