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Two years ago, when Ange Postecoglou was appointed as Tottenham Hotspur boss, he had two main objectives - achieve Champions League qualification and win the club a major trophy. But even the boldest of pundits, couldn’t have predicted the roller-coaster topsy-turvy ride that has been the 2024/25 season.
On the one hand, Spurs have had their worst league season of the Premier League era. They sit narrowly above the relegation places, have conceded a staggering 61 goals, have been beaten in both north London derbies and have recorded just one victory in their last 10 league games since the end of February, suffering 21 defeats along their way which is their most in a top-flight season since 1975.
However, on the other hand, Postecoglou has achieved his goal of always winning trophies in his second season - and after defeating Manchester United in Bilbao has led the Lilywhites to their first trophy since 2008 - and crucially Champions League qualification for next season. It’s not quite clear what the future holds for Postecoglou, but the euphoria surrounding the club could spur the club onto a much brighter future next season, while giving them the financial wriggle room to attract some of Europe’s top stars.
As it stands, long-term target Liam Delap is thought to be closing in on a £30m transfer to either Manchester United or Chelsea, but as the old saying goes, when one door closes another opens - and the club’s recent Europa League triumph could prove significant when it comes to attracting one of the most sought after forwards in world football.
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But beyond Solanke, there are plenty of doubts about the future of a number of key Tottenham stars with Timo Werner failing to score all season, Richarlison being linked with a move back to Everton - and Son Heung Min entering the last year of his contract after what has largely been a subdued individual season by the South Korean’s exceptionally high standards.
This leaves Spurs with the potential need to fill a vacancy across the front-line, with the prospect of Champions League football on the horizon and the physical demands of playing in multiple competitions, which have drained Tottenham at times in the league this season.
Why Tottenham Hotspur should splash the cash on Bryan Mbeumo
Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with Brentford superstar Bryan Mbeumo throughout the season, and it’s suspected that the Bees could listen to offers for the 19-goal Cameroonian attacker.
Mbeumo has been a fan favourite at the Gtech Community Stadium since 2019 and is a player blessed with electric speed, exceptional finishing ability and the qualities to create chances for those around him. He’s someone that presses well, is a handful to play against and would be perfectly suited to Postecoglou’s exuberant attacking system.
The Brentford hero has one year left on his contract, but the Bees have the option to extend it by a further year, though it’s widely reported by Sky Sports that the London club will allow the 25-year-old to move on if they receive a suitable offer this summer.
"I think Bryan is likely to go," said Norgaard in an interview with Sky Sports News' Jamie Weir.
"I don't know about Wissa yet. Everyone hopes that he might stay. Either way, I'm happy for the season and am happy for both of them. They deserve it so much."
With Spurs, securing Champions League qualification they could be in a great place to sign a player from a team, nearly 10 places above them in the league table, whilst already knowing he’s Premier League proven and settled in the area after living in London for more than five years.
The west London club are expected to demand in excess of £60m when clubs come knocking for Mbeumo this summer, but his ability to play as both a right winger and as a main centre forward could make him hugely appealing to Spurs at a time when Son Heung Min is approaching the twilight years of his career in north London.