Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing to strengthen their first-team attack when the January transfer window opens, according to TEAMTALK, with Roberto De Zerbi said to have identified five potential striker targets.
Benfica's Vangelis Pavlidis, Espanyol's Roberto Fernández, Real Madrid wonderkis Endrick, Freiburg's Igor Matanović and Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta have all been linked with moves to north London. With Spurs struggling for goals in the Premier League, adding another reliable goalscorer could become an urgent priority this winter.
Tottenham Hotspur have endured a frustrating opening to the Premier League season, collecting just three points from six matches without a victory. Roberto De Zerbi's side have struggled to create clear chances or convert opportunities, with goalless draws against Nottingham Forest and Everton highlighting their attacking problems despite significant summer investment.
Richarlison remains outside Roberto De Zerbi's Premier League plans following the Brazilian international requesting to leave the club several times in the summer. Tottenham is reportedly lowering their asking price to £ 8.4 million amid January interest from Galatasaray and Trabzonspor.
Benfica striker Vangelis Pavlidis has scored 14 goals in 14 appearances this season, whose release clause stands at €100million.
Vangelis Pavlidis could offer Tottenham proven goalscoring ability, experience and a reliable alternative to Dominic Solanke.
Espanyol striker Roberto Fernández has already scored six goals in eight La Liga appearances this season, starting every match and becoming the club's leading scorer.
Endrick has made just two appearances for Real Madrid this season, totalling 35 minutes, but scored against Roma during Wednesday's dramatic 4–3 Champions League victory.
Freiburg striker Igor Matanović has started all five Bundesliga matches this season, scoring three goals and providing one assist, helping his side top the table.
Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta has played only once in the Premier League this season, not scoring or providing any assists in 62 minutes against Everton.
Tottenham Hotspur will face a decision over their attacking options ahead of January. Dominic Solanke's late equaliser at Manchester United offered encouragement, but he and summer signing Omar Marmoush have yet to score consistently during a winless Premier League start.
Mathys Tel is another option after scoring five times in four appearances for France Under-21s during the international break, including a hat-trick against Switzerland. Roberto De Zerbi must decide whether to persist with his existing forwards or seek reinforcements.
The next several matches could prove decisive: improved finishing from Solanke, Marmoush or Tel may reduce the urgency of a January signing.