Dominic Solanke could be replaced at Tottenham just weeks after finishing his debut season.
Tottenham signed Solanke from Bournemouth in August 2024, and the striker quickly became a regular starter under Ange Postecoglou.
Solanke scored more than triple the number of goals that Richarlison did. Therefore, the Englishman appeared to have cemented his position as Spurs’ main striker – or so he thought.
It now looks as though Daniel Levy is keen to bring in a new frontman this summer, which could leave Solanke’s position in North London in doubt.
Tottenham line up an offer for Georges Mikautadze
As reported by Tutto Juve (26 June), Tottenham are currently leading the race to sign Georges Mikautadze.
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Levy is expected to take full advantage of Lyon’s relegation to Ligue 2, with Tottenham preparing a concrete offer for the forward in the next few weeks.
The French club are set to appeal the relegation decision from the Ligue 1 authorities. However, either way, it looks as though several key players will need to be sold.
While this improves Spurs’ chances of securing his signature, Solanke will be hoping that the deal does not go through. At first glance, Mikautadze seems like an upgrade on the current Tottenham striker.
The Georgian participated in 28 goals for Lyon last season, while Solanke contributed to 24 for Spurs. The two strikers both had nine goal contributions in the UEFA Europa League, but Mikautadze was defeated by the same Manchester United side that Solanke helped Tottenham beat in the final to win the competition.
However, the Tottenham striker could be skating on thin ice the longer this potential transfer has to marinate.
Tottenham should keep Solanke as their starting striker
Solanke should start for Tottenham next season, but this is not to say that he should not have competition.
Indeed, his performances last season may have earned him a starting spot, but his output next year will decide if he keeps it. Mikautadze is not the only striker who has been linked with Spurs, which could indicate the club are actively looking to add to this position.
This could suggest that Thomas Frank is not entirely convinced by what he saw last season. Therefore, Solanke may need to work twice as hard next year to solidify himself as a starter for Tottenham.