Tottenham Hotspur could make a shock move to sign Borussia Monchengladbach striker Tim Kleindienst in the summer transfer window, according to reports - with Daniel Levy keen to beat other clubs to the signing of the 'bonafide goal-getter' in the coming months.
Kleindienst began his career in the lower leagues of Germany, and, after a failed move to Belgium, got his Bundesliga break in 2023 - and he hasn't looked back since, with goals galore in the top-flight and four goals in six caps for Germany's national team. That could lead Tottenham to his signing - and they are thought to be willing to pay big money to land the 6ft 4in forward.
Report: Tottenham 'Monitoring' Move for Tim Kleindienst
Kleindienst has been on fire for Borussia Monchengladbach this season
The report by CaughtOffside states that Tottenham are monitoring the situation of Monchengladbach striker Kleindienst ahead of a potential summer move for his services.
The German outfit might have to sell Kleindienst if they don't qualify for European competitions this season, and given that they are five points from the Europa Conference League spots with just two games to go, it's looking increasingly unlikely that Borussia-Park will see continental football next season.
With that in mind, CaughtOffside sources have stated that Premier League clubs are ready to pay up to €35million (£30million) for the German striker.
The 29-year-old, who notched 12 goals for FC Heidenheim last season before moving to Gladbach, has 16 in the Bundesliga this season - bettered only by Patrik Schick, Serhou Guirassy and top scorer Harry Kane - and so his price tag is considered 'reasonable', given his form and output.
Spurs signed Dominic Solanke at the start of the season, but injury woes have somewhat plagued his ability to show consistent form - and more support is needed in their forward ranks to support Ange Postecoglou, or whoever their new manager may be next season if he is sacked.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Tim Kleindienst scored in both of Germany's games against Italy in the Nations League back in March.
Kleindienst could be the remedy to that, with 10 assists to add to his 16 goals, and he could hit the ground running given that he's at his peak - and although it's been a disappointing season for Spurs, additions could propel them back to their previous levels such as last season, where they finished fifth in the Premier League.
Statistics courtesy of WhoScored. Correct as of 05-05-25.