Tottenham are in somewhat of a desperate situation after what happened in the recent pre-season friendly against Newcastle United.
The North London club have been rocked by news that James Maddison has suffered a “serious” knee injury and could be missing from action for some time
This happened the day after Son Heung-min announced that he’d be leaving the club.
It could leave the club frantically searching for replacement playmakers before the start of the Premier League season.
Tottenham will likely rush to sign new playmaker after Maddison injury
Tottenham’s new signing Mohammed Kudus can play on the wing or just behind the striker and is likely to be an automatic starter for their opening Premier League games.
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But Thomas Frank is likely to be desperate for more attacking options following Maddison’s injury and Son’s departure.
Spurs chairman Daniel Levy wants his new manager to succeed and has promised to back him in the transfer market.
However, he’s unlikely to be thrilled that Spurs are now in a mad rush to sign another player in a key position.
Spurs have ‘shown their hand’ when it comes to their lack of options in attack, and Levy will be savvy enough to know that means selling teams raising their asking prices.
Levy is known as a tough negotiator, but his back is very much against the wall when it comes to bringing in a replacement for Maddison.
Spurs may be forced to meet release clause to guarantee quick transfers
Spurs decided to meet the release clause of Morgan Gibbs-White’s contract to facilitate a quick transfer from Nottingham Forest, although that deal fell through at the last moment.
They may now adopt a similar strategy to ensure they recruit a new playmaker in a timely fashion.
Eberechi Eze is one player who Spurs have been tracking, and he has a £68million release clause in his Crystal Palace contract.
Tottenham have also shown interest in the likes of:
They may progress on this interest faster following the developments with Maddison and Son.
All of these players will cost big money, although Levy will understand the benefits of signing them soon.
Tottenham face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup on 13 August, while their Premier League campaign kicks off against Burnley on 16 August.