Spurs have missed out on a few key targets this summer, and with the season already one gameweek underway, this may be worrying to some fans. Of course, this didn’t cause too many concerns in their opening fixture as Burnley were blown away 3-0. However, with Manchester City (away) at the weekend, followed by a tough fixture against Bournemouth, they could do with some swift business. Tottenham Hotspur now appear to have their eyes on Maghnes Akliouche.
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Matt Law, of The Telegraph, has revealed that Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Akliouche as a potential alternative to Eberechi Eze, who is now set to sign for rivals Arsenal despite having a verbal agreement with Spurs. The Lilywhites are now “frantically” trying to bounce back from missing out on the Englishman alongside Morgan Gibbs-White earlier this summer.
They have been “tracking” Akliouche, who is reportedly “ready to leave” AS Monaco this summer. They will have to battle Bayer Leverkusen, who are also interested, though his club are reluctant to sell; an “attractive” bid will be required.
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Meanwhile, Nico Paz, Savinho, and Tyler Dibling are all still candidates. Fabrizio Romano has revealed that the Brazilian is among the top options, though Manchester City are currently blocking the deal, whilst Everton lead the race for Dibling. There is also interest in Morgan Rogers, but this is seen as almost impossible.
What Can Akliouche Bring to Spurs?
Akliouche, usefully, is capable of playing as both an attacking-midfielder and as a winger, much like Eze. This is ideal, as in the short-term he can help fix their number ten problem, with Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison both out. However, when the duo eventually come back, it would be a struggle to retain that spot.
The ability to play on the wing helps Akliouche out here in terms of minutes. Regardless of where he plays, the “truly special” player will surely thrive.