Tottenham Hotspur have won the battle of the North Londoners with Arsenal to sign Hearts striker James Wilson, per Fabrizio Romano.
Wilson emerged as a target for both North London rivals, and Hearts even acknowledged interest from the two clubs. He has caught the eye in Scotland, albeit without appearing regularly for the senior team, who occupy top spot in the Scottish Premiership.
The young Scot might have to prove he warrants a permanent switch to the English capital, given he is set to arrive on loan with an option to buy. If he were to convince the Lilywhites to take up that option, he'd likely be competing with Dominic Solanke for the number nine role for years to come.
Spurs Beat Arsenal To James Wilson
Fabrizio Romano confirmed Spurs had sealed a deal for Wilson when he wrote on X:
"James Wilson to Tottenham, here we go! Deal in place for Scottish 18 year old striker to join #THFC project. Arsenal were offering a trial while Spurs offer loan deal with buy option clause now agreed with Hearts. Medical happening now with formal steps next."
Wilson is likely to be used in Spurs' U21 team as he continues to develop, but he is expected to be a huge talent in the future. Should he permanently join the Lilywhites, he'd become the latest youth star signed with plenty of potential.
Most of Wilson's senior appearances this season have come in the Scottish League Cup, where he's managed two goals in four appearances. He is regarded as the most exciting prospect in Scottish football and shone in the Scottish Lowland League with the youth team when he bagged 14 goals and six assists in 26 games.
Wilson has also been superb on international duty with Scotland's U21s, finding the back of the net four times in five caps. He is a number nine who can also play out wide and possesses clinical finishing.