Tottenham Hotspur are contemplating whether to attempt to win the race for Rodrigo Muniz's signature as the Fulham star has remained shortlisted as a potential recruit during the early stages of head coach Thomas Frank's reign at Hotspur Way, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.
Spurs have already wrapped up the permanent signing of Mathys Tel since the summer transfer window opened for business, thanks to a £30million agreement being reached with Bayern Munich after an initial loan spell, but there is a desire to secure additional firepower in preparation for next season.
Frank has been tasked with building on Tottenham ending their 17-year wait for silverware, following their Europa League triumph under predecessor Ange Postecoglou last month, and he is aiming to make alterations to the squad he inherited after deciding to walk away from Brentford in order to take the job.
Spurs Show Interest in Winning Muniz Chase
North Londoners contemplate upping ante for Brazilian frontman
Tottenham are considering making contact to sign Muniz for Frank, according to GMS sources, and he would be tempted to join as they can offer Champions League action at a time when it has become clear that he will only entertain pushing to leave Fulham if an opportunity arises to test himself at a much higher level.
Newly-promoted Leeds United have already attempted to lure the striker away from Craven Cottage by lodging a bid worth up to £32million during the early stages of the transfer window, but the offer was rejected and that has opened the door for Spurs and other admirers to test the west Londoners' resolve with an improved proposal.
GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham are interested in landing Muniz, who enjoyed a productive 2024/25 campaign in his current surroundings, and they are weighing up whether to test Fulham's resolve even though the west Londoners want him to agree fresh terms instead of facilitating his exit.
Although Spurs and other admirers have been sniffing an opportunity to pounce thanks to the Brazilian entering the final 12 months of his £7,500-per-week contract, the Cottagers have an option to extend the deal by another year and will only be tempted into cashing in if an offer which is too good to turn down arrives.
Fulham have insisted that Muniz is not on the market as they attempt to deter suitors from following in Leeds' footsteps by upping the ante in their pursuit, GMS sources have learned, but Tottenham are circling as Frank aims to secure fresh competition for the likes of Dominic Solanke and Richarlison.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Rodrigo Muniz won seven duels and got his name on the scoresheet during Fulham's victory over Tottenham Hotspur in March
Frank Will Have to Fork Out Big Fee for Muniz
Tactician could attempt to turn 24-year-old's head with opportunity
GMS sources have been told that Tottenham will have to fork out £50million if they want to stand a chance of recruiting Muniz as that is what Fulham will value him at if a big-hitting side comes knocking for his services as preparations are made for the 2025/26 Premier League campaign.
The 24-year-old has been described as a 'complete centre-forward' after taking his game to another level during his time in west London, which could make it difficult to tempt the Cottagers into selling him, but Spurs are among a host of sides to have been keeping tabs on his situation as they aim to become more of an attacking threat.
Tottenham are tempted to see if they can turn Muniz's head at a time when rivals Chelsea have also been showing interest, GMS sources understand, and it is expected that he will be the subject of further enquiries from the Premier League and abroad after Leeds looked to steal a march.
The former Flamengo marksman is not the only frontman on Frank's radar as GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs are keen to fight off competition for Nice fan favourite Evann Guessand and he is waiting for an offer from the Premier League despite already having a bid on the table from Fenerbahce.
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