Daniel Levy could be saddled with another problem from the summer transfer market.
The Lilywhites have been down a man or two since Son Heung-min left for LAFC after almost a decade in North London.
James Maddison’s more recent ACL injury, sustained against Newcastle United during pre-season, has not helped matters.
But Levy is determined to find a solution to his woes during the final days of the window. He’ll just be hoping that his answer does not become another problem.
This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.
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Tottenham’s history with French signings is not great
Maghnes Akliouche is a name linked with Tottenham in recent days, with Levy keen to sign him before the window closes.
There is a real possibility that he will become a concrete option if Spurs cannot sign Savinho from Manchester City.
Monaco have made their stance clear to Tottenham, but Levy will believe he can finesse a deal with them if needs be.
However, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – has pointed out Spurs’ previous sour history when recruiting players from the French League.
“From what I’m hearing that he is very good,” Wenham said.
“Our history of buying players from the French League, on the whole, is diabolical. You know, Tanguy Ndombele, Benjamin Stambouli and Clinton Njie. There’s a long line of complete disasters that Tottenham have signed from the French League.
“So I think you do have to consider that as well. But many people say he’s good, so I will bow down to their superior knowledge on this specific player.”
Tottenham’s successes with Ligue 1 exports
While they were few and in between, the Lilywhites have had some successes when signing from Ligue 1.
Lucas Moura tops this list. Signed from French side PSG in 2018, Moura’s hat-trick against Ajax in the UEFA Champions League booked Spurs a spot in the final for their first time in their history.
Hugo Lloris is a name that has earned its spot. Lloris was signed from Lyon in 2012 and spent over a decade in North London. He left the club as one of the most respected captains in Spurs history, forever a legend at Hotspur Way.
With the Lilywhites having a few signings from France to remember, Levy will be hoping that Akliouche falls on the right side of history.