Tottenham Hotspur have now joined the race to sign a "fantastic" player in a last-gasp move, and they could hijack Premier League rivals Arsenal.
Spurs not done in the transfer market
As we approach the final few hours of the winter transfer window, Tottenham are by no means finished, and they are still keen on strengthening in a number of key areas, having been dealing with an injury crisis over the past few weeks.
Spurs are eager to improve their wide options, and they are now exploring a move for Al-Ittihad winger Moussa Diaby, while Liverpool defender Andy Robertson is also still of interest, with some late phone calls being made.
Despite Dominic Solanke putting in some impressive performances since returning from injury, bagging a brace in the 2-2 draw against Manchester City on Sunday, the Lilywhites also remain keen on bringing in a new striker.
Earlier today, it was revealed the north Londoners were presented with an opportunity to sign former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, who is currently on loan at Fenerbahce from Al-Nassr, but they have also set their sights on a more inexperienced centre-forward.
That is according to Sky Sports reporter Michael Bridge, who has now taken to X to reveal Tottenham have joined the race to sign Hearts striker James Wilson on loan initially, with the deal including an option to buy.
Arsenal are also keen on signing Wilson, having held talks over a deal for the centre-forward earlier today, but Spurs could hijack their north London rivals for the 18-year-old, who is being targeted for the U21 side, rather than the first-team squad.
"Fantastic" Wilson could be future star
The teenager has already been capped for Scotland, which is a very encouraging sign, and he has impressed for Hearts when given the opportunity, netting eight goals in 21 starts for the league leaders.
After scoring a late equaliser in the Edinburgh derby against Hibernian last season, the starlet also received plaudits from former manager Neil Critchley, who said: "Fantastic, but that’s him, he’s a goal scorer, a goal poacher.
"That’s what goal scorers do. They just arrive in the right position at the right time, and they find a way of hitting the back of the net. I’ve been really impressed with James since I’ve come in. Good kid, always smiling, breath of fresh air."
As such, Wilson could be a future star, but given that he is yet to establish himself as a regular starter for Hearts, it may be a while before the Scot is capable of dislodging the likes of Solanke and Richarlison in the Tottenham starting XI.