Tottenham Hotspur have already agreed two January transfers, but attention could next turn to bringing in a new forward, with Football London journalist Alasdair Gold confirming interest in FC Porto striker Samu Aghehowa.
Conor Gallagher and Souza are set to join from Atletico Madrid and Santos respectively once medicals are completed this week, as Spurs chiefs look to bolster a squad that lies 14th in the Premier League table.
Gallagher will help fill the gap left by Rodrigo Bentancur being ruled out for three months with a hamstring injury, but the North London club also need a new attacker after Mohammed Kudus was also ruled out until April with a thigh issue.
Spurs monitoring Samu Aghehowa
According to Football London, Tottenham Hotspur are among a number of clubs tracking Porto striker Samu Aghehowa following his impressive form this season. The 21-year-old has scored 19 goals in 25 appearances, establishing himself as one of the standout young forwards in Portuguese football.
Aghehowa’s rise has not gone unnoticed, and he has been described as 'elite' by Como scout Ben Mattinson on X.
Spurs’ interest comes amid uncertainty around their attacking depth, with Dominic Solanke only just returning from injury and Richarlison again sidelined. While Randal Kolo Muani offers versatility, questions remain over whether his loan spell should be converted into a permanent deal.
Football London report that Porto are under no pressure to sell mid-season, with suggestions last year he would cost at least £70m. Any move would therefore be highly competitive, with Spurs expected to face interest from several major European clubs should Aghehowa become available.
Why Aghehowa fits Tottenham’s long-term striker planning
From Tottenham’s perspective, Aghehowa fits a profile the club have increasingly prioritised in recent windows: young, physically strong, mobile forwards with scope to develop into leading Premier League attackers. His finishing record, movement inside the penalty area and ability to lead the line would complement Frank’s attacking demands, particularly in games where Spurs need a focal point rather than rotation options.
However, Football London do make it clear that a January move is unlikely. Tottenham’s immediate focus remains on stabilising results amid an injury-hit campaign, while major attacking investment is expected to be reassessed in the summer.
With Porto keen to retain Aghehowa and his value rising rapidly, Spurs are more likely to maintain close monitoring rather than force negotiations this month.
Still, Tottenham’s interest underlines a broader acknowledgement inside the club: addressing the striker position will be essential if Spurs are to move forward with clarity and avoid repeating the same structural issues next season.