Graeme Bailey exclusively reports that intermediaries have reached out to several English sides. These include Tottenham Hotspur and Leeds United. They have contacted these clubs regarding Jhon Duran’s potential availability. The Colombian striker previously made a name for himself as a scoring machine at Aston Villa.
Former Premier League Sensation Jhon Duran Offered To Tottenham and Leeds
There, he averaged a goal every eighty-seven minutes. Although Al-Nassr signed him for a deal worth £71 million just one year ago, the forward struggled to settle into the Saudi Pro League.
He later moved to Fenerbahce on loan. His Turkish stint is currently stuck in neutral because of Anderson Talisca and Youssef En-Nesyri. This has pushed representatives to look for a quick Premier League return before the winter window closes.
Striker Dilemmas and Transfer Prospects for Tottenham
Tottenham are in a strange spot as February starts. Their attack still looks hit-or-miss under Thomas Frank. Richarlison leads the club’s scoring with eight goals in all competitions. However, the Brazilian has dealt with fitness problems all winter.
Dominic Solanke gives them a solid target man. Yet, the squad doesn’t have a real spark-plug off the bench to flip a game. Randal Kolo Muani joined Juventus on loan, but the Frenchman hasn’t scored a single Premier League goal in 15 games so far. Juventus are now trying to end that loan early to get him back to Turin. So, Spurs need to find a top-tier replacement so they don’t run out of options.
Leeds United feel a different kind of heat. They are sitting near the relegation zone while trying to make Daniel Farke’s new two-striker system work. The Whites went after Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves.
But the Norwegian has only one goal this season, making him a gamble for a team in transition. Jhon Duran looks like a much better fit. His strength and finishing used to give Premier League defenders fits. French club Lille are currently trying to hijack his Fenerbahçe loan. Even so, the pull of the Premier League usually decides these late deadline day moves.
Signing Duran would give Tottenham that x-factor they’ve missed since Son Heung-min left for Los Angeles FC last summer. The Colombian has the raw speed and long-range power to work well in Frank’s setup. This fits perfectly if Kolo Muani leaves today.
Meanwhile, Leeds would get a real match-winner to pair with Dominic Calvert-Lewin. This move could be what keeps them up. He has a solid history in England and faces clear frustration in Turkey. So, a move back to London or Yorkshire makes sense for everyone.