Daniel Levy has once again identified a top young talent to bring to Tottenham.
Tottenham have targeted young talent from across Europe in recent years, signing players such as Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Luka Vušković
There have been some exciting players climbing the ranks at Hotspur Way, too, such as Mikey Moore, who is already a UEFA Europa League winner with Tottenham.
Several aspects of Levy’s recruitment can be criticised, but bringing in the best young talent is not one of those aspects, as the Lilywhites now close in on another exciting deal.
Tottenham agree deal to sign Oliver Boast from Leeds United
As reported by Beren Cross via The Athletic (26 June), Tottenham have agreed a seven-figure fee with Leeds United for Oliver Boast.
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The 16-year-old is considered a prized asset and has already played once for Leeds’ Under-21s.
As reported by Lilywhite Rose on Monday (30 June), Boast was not present at the scholar signing at Tottenham Sunday (29 June) as FA paperwork has not yet gone through, but it is expected too soon.
It seems Levy has outdone himself with this signing, and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes Boast will come in as Spurs’ best striker in his age group.
“I’ve spoken to a few parents of players in Spurs’ academy,” Wenham said.
“They recently watched Boast at this tournament called the Nationals, where different Under-16 teams across the country compete, and they said he was basically the best player at the tournament.
“He’s got a lot of good attributes and probably comes in as our best striker in that age group. It will be interesting, we have Frankie Day too, whom I rate very highly.
“To have the two of them, England youth internationals, scoring goals, that is exciting. I’m looking forward to seeing Boast play next season, and I think this is a really good pickup.”
Boast could soon join Spurs’ first team
Ange Postecoglou gave several youngsters a chance last season, and Thomas Frank could do the same.
Tottenham will play in multiple competitions next season, including the UEFA Champions League. Therefore, with a lot of games to play, there could be a chance for Boast to see some minutes.
While he is still only 16, that is the same age Moore was when he made his debut for Tottenham. As a result, if Boast is as talented as is being said, it might not be long until he is handed his Spurs debut.