Tottenham have identified Eberechi Eze and Bryan Mbeumo as their top attacking targets, but will have to decide on one over the other this summer window.
Tottenham Hotspur’s transfer activity this summer has so far been limited to just one deal, with Spurs confirming the permanent signing of Kevin Danso following his loan spell in the winter window.
The transfer window is expected to close briefly on 10 June, to allow clubs involved in the Club World Cup to finalise their business before the tournament begins, and will then reopen on 16 June before closing again on 1 September.
Of course, there is still ample time for Tottenham to strengthen their squad, as they have been linked with several high-profile signings, with a couple of them particularly standing out as exciting potential additions.
Tottenham weigh up Eberechi Eze or Bryan Mbeumo move
Spurs are now said to have joined the race to sign Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo, who bagged 20 goals in 38 appearances last season, in what could be a reunion with Thomas Frank, should the Danish manager seal a move to north London.
Eberechi Eze has also been mentioned as a key target, with reports suggesting Tottenham are plotting a marquee signing this summer, and the Crystal Palace winger is firmly on the club’s radar.
Both players would add undeniable quality to Tottenham’s attacking options, as the club looks to add firepower to their frontline ahead of next season.
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Respected journalist Paul O’Keefe has now weighed in on Tottenham’s interest in Eze, stating that while the Palace midfielder remains a serious target, the financial aspect and Thomas Frank’s potential desire to reunite with Mbeumo could tilt the balance away from Eze.
Speaking on Last Word on Spurs, O’Keefe said (1:03:15): “They would like to do that deal.
“I think he is a player who is still most definitely on their radar, but it is just the funds and obviously you have got the spanner in the works that their ears have been pricked by Thomas Frank with regards to Mbeumo and that is something they are looking at currently.
“I’m not saying it’s something they’ll press the button on but if they get Thomas Frank over the line, he is someone they would consider.”
Spurs must weigh cost of Eberechi Eze and Bryan Mbeumo transfers
Tottenham certainly find themselves in a delicate spot, as Eze is believed to have a £68 million release clause that becomes active this summer, while Mbeumo is expected to command a £50 million fee if he is to depart Brentford.
Should Tottenham pursue both players, the club could be looking at a combined outlay of nearly £150 million on just two attackers during this window.
That figure becomes even more significant when considering that other areas of the squad require attention, with reports indicating that Spurs could make up to five new signings before the window closes.