Tottenham Hotspur are keeping an eye on a prolific Japanese international, but they may face competition from several of their Premier League rivals for the player this summer.
The Spurs forward line will likely look very different next season, whether the club are relegated or survive in the Premier League.
Roberto De Zerbi has made it clear that he is a fan of Dominic Solanke, but reports indicate that Richarlison could be on his way out of Spurs, while Randal Kolo Muani may also not have a future at N17.
It has now emerged that the Lilywhites have set their sights on a centre-forward who has been prolific in the Eredivisie this season.
Tottenham eyeing move for Feyenoord striker Ayase Ueda
TEAMtalk have claimed that Spurs’ search for a new striker has taken them to the Netherlands, where one man is making a big name for himself this season.
Ayase Ueda has found the back of the net 26 times for Feyenoord this season, and his displays have brought him to the attention of Premier League clubs, including Tottenham. That includes 25 goals in 29 Eredivisie games.
The Japan international’s movement, composure and his effectiveness in high-tempo systems have impressed scouts, who see him as being well-suited to the Premier League.
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The report says that Tottenham have conducted background work on Ueda over recent months as they plan for the summer window.
It is explained that the 27-year-old had previously attracted interest from figures connected to the club’s recruitment network, with the Lilywhites’ interest in the player not new.
Feyenoord paid just £6.9m to sign Ueda from Club Brugge back in 2023.
Three Premier League clubs could challenge Spurs for Ueda
However, TEAMtalk expect Tottenham to face intense competition from Premier League rivals for the Feyenoord star this summer.
It is revealed that Leeds United, Everton, and Brighton have all sent representatives to the Netherlands to watch Ueda in action this season.
All three clubs are prioritising attacking reinforcements, and the Japanese striker’s profile aligns with their recruitment strategies. It is suggested that Feyenoord may thus face a battle to hold onto their star man this summer.