Thomas Frank could unearth a Tottenham Hotspur partnership akin to Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa if Eberechi Eze follows Mohammed Kudus through the door.
GIVEMESPORT sources indicate that Spurs are considering hijacking Arsenal's move for Eze who seems keen to cross over the English capital and join a Champions League competing club. The English attacker starred for the Eagles in their FA Cup triumph last season, scoring the winner in a 1-0 win over Manchester City in the final.
Frank has already welcomed Kudus into his squad, and the Ghanaian's arrival from West Ham United is an exciting one. But the Lilywhites may need to swoop for another attacking midfield profile after James Maddison sustained an ACL injury in pre-season.
Tottenham Should Pounce For Excellent Eberechi Eze
One of Spurs' main problems last season was the team's lack of creativity and an injury crisis highlighted the lack of depth in their squad. The worst season in the club's history was saved by their Europa League win and it's crucial Daniel Levy builds on this with a team that can compete in Europe and domestically.
Maddison is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines but there should have been a long-term plan in place to replace the 28-year-old anyway. He was far from his best last season, and adding a more youthful presence into Frank's midfield could take the whites to the next level.
Eze, hailed a "superstar", fits the bill with his dribbling abilities and vision, opening up defences with clever passing but also moving the ball forward as one of the Premier League's best ball progressers. That was one of Mbeumo's main assets during his growth under Frank at Brentford, and his former Danish manager was keen to bring him to North London before he made a £71m move to Manchester United.
Mbeumo starred alongside Wissa in Frank's Bees team last season, and a similar partnership could ensue if Eze were to link up with Kudus. They have different characteristics that could tear the opposition apart, with Spurs' new signing offering a more powerful profile.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa managed 29 Premier League goals between them under Thomas Frank last season.
Eze had a £68m release clause which has expired, but that doesn't mean Levy shouldn't try and bring the 12-cap England international to N17. He'd also prevent rivals Arsenal from getting their hands on one of English football's most highly-regarded attackers, who could be the difference between Mikel Arteta's men finally winning the title and falling short once again.
Frank is thought to have green-lit a move for Eze, who has two years left on his contract at Selhurst Park. He enjoyed his best season to date last term, managing eight goals and as many assists in 34 league games.