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Tottenham Hotspur are now set to open talks over a deal for an "unbelievable" star, who is one of their top attacking targets for the summer transfer window, according to former scout Mick Brown.

Spurs set out to bolster attacking options

While Tottenham's season was saved by the Europa League final triumph over Manchester United, there will still be major concerns over their Premier League form, finishing in 17th place after collecting just 38 points.

The forward line was not the problem for Ange Postecoglou's side, who scored 64 goals across the campaign, which is as many as fourth-placed Chelsea, but it appears as though the manager is now keen to upgrade his attack in the summer.

Having secured qualification for next season's Champions League, Spurs should be in a strong position to attract some top players, and they are the favourites to sign Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane, despite rival interest from the likes of Arsenal and Chelsea.

Sane is, of course, experienced in the Premier League, having picked up 25 goals and 30 assists in the top flight for Manchester City, but the north Londoners also have another winger on the shortlist, who has experienced success in England more recently.

According to Brown, in an interview with Football Insider, Tottenham are now set to open talks over a deal for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, who has been identified as one of their top attacking targets for the summer.

Brown said: "Tottenham are one of the clubs looking at Eze,"

"I hear his agent has a few contacts there so I have no doubt they’ll be speaking to him, that’s where a lot of moves of this type start."

However, it could be difficult to lure the England international away from Palace, as the winger is thought to be "happy" at Selhurst Park, and he is protected by a £68m release clause.

Eze could be "unbelievable" signing for Tottenham

Eze was, of course, instrumental in Palace's shock FA Cup triumph, scoring the only goal against Manchester City in the final, while he has previously been lauded as "unbelievable" by Statman Dave.

As such, it is little wonder Tottenham are so keen on the 26-year-old, who picked up 14 goals and 11 assists for Palace in all competitions during the 2024-25 campaign, more goal contributions than any of Postecoglou's players.

Considering the forward is happy at Selhurst Park, the only way to stand a chance of securing his signature may be triggering his £68m release clause, but his recent performances suggest an outlay of that amount would be justifiable.

With Son Heung-min set to turn 33-years-old this summer, it could be important for Postecoglou to bring in a long-term replacement this summer, and Eze's performances for Palace suggest he could be the ideal heir to the South Korean.

While much of the chatter surrounds the thought of Ange Postecoglou leaving Tottenham Hotspur behind this summer, that shouldn't derail their plans in the transfer window.

Indeed, while much of the blame for finishing 17th in the Premier League has been sent in the direction of the Australian, the player squad needs improving significantly too.

Dominic Solanke failed to truly get going in a Spurs shirt after signing for £65m last summer, while Heung-min Son's best days clearly look as though they are behind him, scoring just once since Christmas.

Despite Kevin Danso permanently arriving in a £21m deal, the Lilywhites also need to drastically improve at the back, perhaps not just tactically but also from a personnel point of view. In the 2024/25 Premier League campaign, they shipped a staggering 65 goals, a tally only worse than Wolves and the three relegated sides.

So, who could they turn to?

Spurs confident of signing Premier League winner

Once the manager situation has been resolved, the first order of business for Daniel Levy and Co should be to strengthen the first-team squad.

Adding more bodies to their forward line would tick plenty of boxes as far as the fans are concerned, with one option reportedly Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku.

Reports have indicated in recent days that they've had contact with the Blues regarding a summer deal.

Not just content at improving their options in central areas, they could also sign a new winger. The most heavily tipped option at the moment is Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane.

The German is out of contract at the end of the month and will be available to sign on a free transfer unless he pens new terms in Bavaria.

According to Foot Mercato, Bayern sent an improved contract offer to the former Manchester City star earlier this week but with no resolution forthcoming, Spurs are now believed to be 'confident' of signing him.

Postecoglou's side are set to face competition from other English clubs, including Arsenal, while Saudi and Turkish sides are also looking at Sane.

How Leroy Sane could replicate Gareth Bale at Spurs

What is there to say about Gareth Bale that hasn't already been said? After two spells in north London, the Welshman is an iconic figure.

From that ridiculous volley against Stoke at the Britannia Stadium to that remarkable hat-trick in the San Siro against Inter Milan in the Champions League, very few have been quite as skilled as he.

Across those two spells, he featured in 237 games, scoring 71 goals in the process.

A left-footed whizz with the ability to create something out of nothing, there are certainly similarities between Bale and Sane.

We're not for one moment suggesting that the Germany international will be as good as the Welsh sensation but the way they manipulate the ball and attack their full-backs is certainly similar.

Described as a "superstar" by scout Antonio Mango, Sane has certainly proven that out in Munich, where he has 61 goals and 55 assists in 220 games to show for his efforts. 13 of those goals came this term while he also found the net on ten occasions last season, registering 13 assists.

”Leroy is always dangerous, but in the last two or three weeks he has really been consistent. That’s the difference between scoring ten goals in a season and scoring five goals in a season. He’s in good form." - Harry Kane on Sane in April 2025.

Like Bale, he's a duel threat, someone capable of scoring and creating chances. He's also devilish when cutting inside from the right onto his favoured left foot, just as Bale was all those years ago.

To get a greater sense of how similar they are, we've compared the two players during their respective peaks.

Analysing the numbers, Bale was clearly a more prolific player in front of goal but where Sane makes up for that is in terms of his creation.

He's registered more assists per 90 minutes across the peak of his career to date, and while both wingers love to take on the opposition full-back, it's the Bayern star who comes out on top in this regard.

He succeeds with far more take-ons but they are quite evenly matched for progressive carries.

A carry is considered progressive if the ball is moved towards the opponent's goal at least 10 yards from its starting point or is carried into the penalty area.

Sane is, of course, now heading towards the later stages of his career but for a 29-year-old Premier League winner on a free transfer, you can't really go wrong here.

It would add trophy-winning experience to the squad and it would provide an additional threat. He's an immediate upgrade on the departing Timo Werner and he's a different sort of right winger to the pacey right-footed Brennan Johnson.

Speaking during Tottenham Hotspur's parade of the Europa League trophy, Ange Postecoglou issued another defiant call.

Earlier in the season, there was the suggestion that he always won something in his second season. Well, that box has been emphatically ticked.

Now, he's hinted that season two is always better than season three. Steady on, Ange, your job isn't even safe, mate.

Despite winning a first major trophy in 17 years, the craggy-faced Australian could still be given his marching orders by Daniel Levy and Co.

Considering they finished 17th on 38 points, that's hardly a surprise.

The latest on Ange Postecoglou's future at Spurs

What a wacky old season that was. Postecoglou referenced in his final post-match press conference a week ago that it had been an "outstanding season".

Outstandingly bizarre, certainly. That Europa League crown is there but their league form was a mess and the Spurs boss could pay the price.

That's according to The Telegraph, who report this weekend that the former Celtic manager's future in north London is set to be decided this week, with his position 'under extreme risk'.

Over the last few days, Levy has not been in the UK while Postecoglou is also away on holiday. As a result, a decision regarding the Aussie's future is still undecided.

Should they give him the boot, then Spurs seemingly have a shortlist of four candidates that includes Andoni Iraola, Marco Silva, Thomas Frank and Oliver Glasner.

The report notes that Iraola is set to stay at Bournemouth while after his FA Cup success, prising Glasner away from Crystal Palace will also be difficult.

Thus, the two frontrunners for the job are Silva and Frank, with the Brentford manager specifically said to be 'in the frame'.

How Frank could replicate Pochettino at Spurs

While Ange may have been the one to end Spurs' trophy drought, it's Mauricio Pochettino who is the most legendary figure in these parts of north London.

After all, it was Pochettino who engineered that remarkable run to the Champions League final, only beaten by Liverpool in Madrid.

How did that occur? Well, as far as English football is concerned, it started with Southampton for the Argentine and it went rather similarly to Frank's experience of top-flight football.

Indeed, the Dane has become a legend himself with the Bees finishing 13th in his first Premier League season before steering them to a top-half ninth-placed finish, an unparalleled campaign for Brentford.

He did so by playing entertaining counter-attacking football, while also developing players into some of the finest in the Premier League. Take the duo of Bryan Mbeumo (20 goals) and Yoanne Wissa (19 goals) as examples.

This certainly echoes Pochettino, who after finishing 14th having taken over mid-season in 2012/13, then guided the Saints to their best-ever Premier League finish of eighth in 2013/14. Like Frank, he turned his side from relegation candidates to a top-half club.

Also like Frank, he developed young players brilliantly with the likes of Luke Shaw and Adam Lallana really becoming household names at St Mary's. It was then under Poch that Dele Alli enjoyed the finest years of his career.

Similarly to Frank, he also deployed a high and strong press with Southampton. In 2013/14, the Argentine's side had the best pressing metrics in the Premier League.

Brentford are similar in that regard, with their head coach admitting when they got promoted: "We knew it was a big target for us going into the Premier League for us to defend well. I said that we try to do as much as possible to play our style in the Premier League, which is the high pressing going forward."

Well, it's safe to say that's certainly worked with the west Londoners now a firmly established top-flight side.

Tottenham Hotspur are now planning to sell Richarlison, in order to fund a move for an "incredible" £55m star, according to a report.

Richarlison struggling to make an impact at Spurs

The Brazilian's 2024-25 campaign was marred by a number of injury issues, which meant he only managed to make 15 appearances in the Premier League, during which time he provided four goals and one assist.

However, with Dominic Solanke often leading the line, the 28-year-old has found holding down a starting spot very difficult even when fit, often being utilised as a substitute last term, which indicates Spurs can afford to let him move on this summer.

That is exactly what Tottenham are planning to do, according to Football Insider's transfer correspondent, Pete O'Rourke, who said: "With Son staying, Dibling linked, and Richarlison likely to be moved on… there’s got to be some restructuring at Tottenham this summer.

"The domestic campaign was awful… the squad depth and quality has to be addressed and must improve."

The report also states that Spurs plan to sell Richarlison in order to fund a move for Southampton's Tyler Dibling, with the Saints looking to hold out for a fee of £55m for the forward, although the Lilywhites are hopeful a deal can be done for £40m - £45m.

Signing Dibling is said to align with the north Londoners' transfer strategy "perfectly", given that they plan on signing the best youngsters to give them first-team football immediately, in order to make an instant impact.

The Brazilian international's exit could be crucial when it comes to Spurs' ability to compete for the Southampton star's signature, however, given the money it would generate, and Richarlison has previously been linked with a return to Everton.

Dibling could be "incredible" signing for Tottenham

Southampton's 2024-25 campaign was one of the worst in Premier League history, collecting just 12 points across the entire season, but their 19-year-old winger still managed to make a name for himself.

Reporter Alfie House was left particularly enamoured with the youngster, lauding him as an "incredible" player back in November, and he went on to finish the season with four goals and three assists in all competitions.

The Englishman also drew praise from Match of the Day's Danny Murphy, who said: "It is the quality he has got - the belief in himself and the physical power. He just goes past people with ease. He has got a lovely left foot. He is very brave on the ball and his decision-making is good."

With Richarlison falling down the pecking order, it could make sense to cash-in on the forward to fund a move for Dibling this summer, given that he showed some very promising signs during his breakout season at Southampton.

Tottenham Hotspur saved their season when they defeated Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League, ending 17 years of searching for silverware.

Despite all the misery, the luckless injury bother and the Premier League disaster, finishing 17th, Ange Postecoglou made good on his word and bagged himself a trophy at the end of his second season in the Spurs dugout, thus paving a road into next year's Champions League.

It's been a long time coming, but Tottenham must now ensure they build on their success and sustain a position at the forefront of English football.

Arrivals are expected, but outgoings are also a must if chairman Daniel Levy to to enact real change. Richarlison, despite his part in winning European gold, surely needs to leave in the coming months.

The latest on Richarlison's Spurs exit

Everton have been credited by Sky Sports News with an interest in Richarlison, and it's felt Tottenham would be willing to consider offers in the region of £30m.

There's clearly a talented player in there, with the Brazil forward's rich purple patch in the Premier League last season evidence behind Tottenham's big payment to bring him over from Merseyside.

But with interest in the 28-year-old's services mounting, it might be foolish not to take the money and turn it toward a new player.

Richarlison, then, can bow out as a winner, having played an important part in ending Spurs' trophy hoodoo. However, this feels like the right time for him to move on, for his career down N17 has been marred by persistent injuries and struggles for form.

He's not the only wide forward who needs to move on, though, with Mathys Tel struggling to showcase his burgeoning qualities under Postecoglou's wing.

Why Spurs must get rid of Mathys Tel

Tottenham welcomed Bayern Munich's Tel to the fold in February, bagging the France U21 forward on loan until the end of the season.

Sadly, it's been something of a turbulent ride for the 20-year-old, who was criticised by The Athletic's Jay Harris for his "underwhelming" start to life in London, finishing the campaign with just three goals and an assist from 20 appearances, albeit a Europa League medal too.

Crystal Palace's FA Cup hero Eberechi Eze has been linked by TEAMtalk with a cross-London switch; Tottenham are even believed to be prepared to meet his £68m release clause.

You'd think such a move could spell the end for one of Richarlison or Tel, and that another left-leaning forward would allow Levy and co to part with both.

Tel's six-month loan spell has the option inserted to become permanent at the end of the season, for a fee in the ballpark of £46m.

He's a wonderful talent, for sure, but the question must be raised as to whether this would be a prudent use of resources when the need for instant change is so great.

Tottenham are hoping to bring the Frenchman's price down to £30m, but if they are unable to do so, plans must be focused on using the Richarlison money and the funds clearly available for such an outlay on Tel to sign another top target, such as Palace's Eze.

Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane, who is out of contract this summer, is also being chased by the Lilywhites, and it's clear such players would make a big difference to a youthful squad in need of a blend of experience to finally hit a consistent vein of form and wipe the slate clean.

It was an interminable weight for that trophy-winning feeling, if you're one of a Tottenham Hotspur persuasion, but Ange Postecoglou's side wiped the slate clean when defeating Manchester United in the Europa League final earlier in May.

Currently, it's all a little uncertain. Postecoglou's manager is in an imperilled position, with Daniel Levy's judgement soon to become clear on that front.

Who could dispute Tottenham's woes on Premier League soil, with so much going wrong for Ange's 17th-placed side? It's clear that action must be taken over the next few months to ensure success on the continent doesn't turn out to be a mere flash in the pan.

Sergio Reguilon, Fraser Forster and Alfie Whiteman will all leave imminently, when their contracts expire, and Timo Werner's two-year loan spell in London is over.

There's much to consider. Let's have a look at the major states of play.

The latest on Spurs' transfer targets

With European hero Cristian Romero being linked with a move to Atletico Madrid, Tottenham may need to sign a centre-back this summer.

The windfall from qualifying for the Champions League is huge, and Tottenham are in a good position to strengthen. If Romero stays, focus will be pinned on midfield and the wide forward positions.

Balancing out the club's attacking quality is important, especially as Heung-min Son, 32, is expected to play fewer minutes across the 2025/25 campaign.

Furthermore, Dejan Kulusevski is currently sidelined after undergoing surgery on his right patella, and will be out for several months at the least. This, of course, means the Sweden star's pre-season preparations will be disrupted.

Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze would be a brilliant signing, with rumours of a bid being prepared, but he has a £68m release clause inserted in his contract, and Levy may well want to turn his attention to another England international to help the Lilywhites make gains over the coming years.

Spurs discuss statement signing

According to GIVEMESPORT, Tottenham chairman Levy has held an internal meeting as the club draw up concrete plans for the looming market.

Eze and Manchester City star Jack Grealish have both been discussed, though Grealish might be the more feasible option from a financial standpoint.

Though the £300k-per-week Citizen would represent a tough deal to complete, Levy is committed to capitalising on the jubilation of winning a trophy down N17, and the 29-year-old, valued at an affordable £43m, might just fit the bill.

What Jack Grealish would bring to Spurs

Grealish might have been ostracised by Pep Guardiola as he prepares to bow out from life at the Etihad Stadium, but he's still one of the most talented Englishmen in the game, hailed by pundit Rio Ferdinand for being "almost unplayable" when on his A-game.

Moving to Tottenham might just give him a new lease of life. Grealish joined Man City from Aston Villa for a British-record £100m fee in August 2021 after a talismanic career with his boyhood club, since going on to win the treble and much more under Pep Guardiola's wing.

Across 157 matches, Grealish has scored 17 goals and supplied 23 assists, though he only started seven matches in the Premier League this term and surely needs to leave Manchester.

Tottenham need some more attacking impetus in midfield. Kulusevski has been the standout this season, posting ten goals and 11 assists from 50 matches. The 25-year-old has been praised by The Athletic for being 'the linchpin of Postecoglou's team.'

But Grealish could enhance the fluency, promote ball-carrying and -playing principles that the club's Australian coach relies upon.

As per FBref, the English star ranks among the top 1% of attacking midfielders and wingers this season for pass completion and progressive carries, the top 12% for progressive passes and the top 8% for shot-creating actions per 90.

Shot-creating actions are pieces of play that lead to a shot. These include moments such as a pass, take-on or foul being drawn.

Such metrics have drawn him against Kulusevski as one of the Tottenham man's most statistically similar players, suggesting he could dovetail right into the Londoners' system.

There's no denying, though, that Grealish has lost some of the original silk from his Villa days, when he was described as a "magician" by former Three Lions star Ashley Cole. Looking at his metrics from his final Premier League campaign in the Midlands against Kulusevski's from this season, you see that Postecoglou could sign himself a new 'linchpin' to add depth and dynamism to the ranks.

Whether we will ever again see this one-time version of Grealish, who was indeed unplayable at times as he bamboozled defenders and picked out teammates with stylish, pinpoint passes, remains to be seen, but there's no question Ange employs a freer, more expansive style than Guardiola, who revolutionised the way possession-based football is conducted but perhaps limits players like Grealish, pidgeonholing them into set roles.

Postecoglou could almost let Grealish run autonomously, take the leash off. Given that he likes to play between central attacking midfield and in a role on the left flank, there's a good chance he'd be a fantastic stylistic fit too, easing Son's burden as rumours of Richarlison's summer sale persist.

There would, of course, be an element of risk to this transfer, and Levy would not facilitate a move without reducing Grealish's staggering £300k-per-week salary, but it could be a somewhat shrewd deal for a player who has fallen from their perch as one of the country's finest.

But he could yet bounce back, joining a Tottenham project that perhaps is only just getting going.

Tottenham Hotspur and chairman Daniel Levy have some key decisions to make in the near future, which even stretch beyond manager Ange Postecoglou.

Tottenham's transfer plans amid Ange Postecoglou uncertainty

With Levy yet to fully decide on whether to stick or twist with Postecoglou, following a season of extreme highs to the lowest of lows, the Lilywhites chief will need to commit to a direction soon as we enter the summer transfer window.

Postecoglou's position in the dugout will greatly determine how Spurs tackle their recruitment strategy, and with the first mini-window now upon us - open from June 1 to June 10 - supporters will be eager for the Australian's future to resolved as soon as possible.

There are reports that Levy and technical director Johan Lange have identified targets, with Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze among the players attracting Tottenham's keen interest.

However, it is unlikely they can make any serious moves until they have some clarity regarding Postecoglou, who guided the club to their first major trophy in 17 years but also set a dismal Tottenham record for most Premier League defeats in a single season (22).

It appears an attacker is firmly on the agenda at Spurs, amid links to Eze and Bayern Munich star Leroy Sané, with Spurs chiefs reportedly keen to add more experience to their youthful squad.

"Spurs don't have to sell to buy, with Champions League qualification huge for the club," said Sky Sports reporter Michael Bridge in a Q&A, providing some answers on the club's transfer plans.

"All areas, apart from the goalkeeping department, will be looked at. Midfield and forward would be the priority if Cristian Romero stays."

There are many intriguing market opportunities for Spurs to consider, and one of them comes in the form of wantaway £195,000-per-week Chelsea winger Christopher Nkunku.

The France international bagged 14 goals in all competitions under Enzo Maresca last season, despite barely starting, and he can play in a variety of attacking roles - namely on the left-wing, attacking midfield, second striker and as a centre-forward.

Tottenham plotting bid to sign Christopher Nkunku on loan

Spurs made an enquiry for Nkunku recently, as reported by reliable GiveMeSport journalist Ben Jacobs, so he appears to be a genuine target for Levy.

Now, Chelsea News, a site run by another reliable journalist in Simon Phillips, reports that Tottenham are considering a loan bid for Nkunku with an option to buy the 27-year-old.

The former RB Leipzig star's final price tag could apparently be around £46 million plus bonuses, which would take it to £55 million, but both Spurs and Newcastle are keen to take him on an initial temporary deal before paying anywhere near that amount.

Even though Chelsea would prefer an outright sale, there is an acceptance within Stamford Bridge that they may have to green-light such a move, with the Blues keen to get him off their books.

Nkunku could be an excellent deal for Tottenham given his quality, experience and versatility, with the option of remaining in London also potentially attractive for the player.

Tottenham Hotspur supporters can expect a much more intriguing summer transfer window after they sealed qualification for the Champions League via their Europa League conquest last week, with chairman Daniel Levy set for a recruitment boost.

Tottenham transfer plans after winning Europa League

Spurs are set for a significant financial windfall after confirming their place in Europe's most prestigious competition next season, and their pull in the transfer market has also dramatically increased as a result.

Tottenham have suddenly become genuine contenders for Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane as the German's contract ticks down towards expiry on June 30, despite genuine interest from Arsenal (The Times), and Bundesliga insider Christian Falk insists that his arrival woud likely to have an effect on their plans for Mathys Tel.

A big-name with plenty of experience at the highest level, at both Bayern and Man City, Sane is exactly the type of player who Spurs are arguably crying out for.

Tottenham chiefs believe that they need to sign more experienced players to balance out their very youthful squad (Sami Mokbel), and Sane's status as a soon-to-be free agent opens the door for Levy to provide Ange Postecoglou (or any new manager) with that calibre of signing at zero transfer cost.

The main obstacle would be Sane's extortionate wage demands. Sky and Sport Bild, via Tribuna, believe they equate to a £192,000-per-week fixed salary, plus £2.5 million in performance-related bonuses and a signing-on fee.

This would make Sane their highest-paid player above Son Heung-min, and if they don't fancy agreeing to terms of that nature, Tottenham's need for experienced players could push them to other targets.

Another player of a similar mould to Sane, Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, has also been heavily linked in the build up to June 1.

The 26-year-old guided Palace to their first ever major trophy, scoring the FA Cup final-winning goal against Man City at Wembley, and his rise to the top suggests that he's a player with an elite mentality following a previous spell at Arsenal's acadmey as a youngster.

His contract includes a £68 million release clause, and according to TEAMtalk, these are tempting figures within the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tottenham prepared to trigger Eberechi Eze £68m release clause

Other reports have previously claimed that Spurs are ready to trigger Eze's clause, but TEAMtalk state they're also prepared to go further.

The outlet states that Tottenham remain prepared to fork out the £68m necessary for Eze, but they may even propose a 'player plus cash' deal for his services, which would seemingly bring his overall cost down.

It is unclear which Lilywhites players would be offered up in this scenario, but Spurs' serious interest is worrying Palace, who are trying to tie Eze down with a new contract.

Postecoglou is already well aware of the attacking midfielder's quality, with Eze scoring both goals in a 2-0 Palace win away to Tottenham towards the end of 2024/2025 and giving them nightmares throughout that game.

Alongside Spurs, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, Arsenal, Aston Villa and Bayern Munich are named as contenders for the ex-QPR star, so he isn't exactly short of suitors. Privately, though, Eze is reluctant to force a move, given how content he's been at Selhurst Park.

Had Tottenham Hotspur not won the Europa League final against Manchester United last week, this campaign would’ve been a real failure for the club, falling way below the levels they’ve set for themselves.

Ange Postecoglou has been a man under pressure throughout 2024/25, with their European success handing the Aussie a lifeline to resurrect his time in North London.

The 17th-place finish in the Premier League this campaign highlights the need for improvement next season, with Ange running the risk of losing his job should he fail to do so.

However, the summer presents another opportunity to invest and improve the first team squad, possibly able to attract some top-level talent given their Champions League qualification.

Even though the window has yet to open, numerous names have been touted with a switch to North London in an attempt to bolster the options at the manager’s disposal.

The latest on Spurs’ move to land a new striker

Liam Delap is a name that has been on Spurs’ shortlist over the last couple of weeks, monitoring his situation and preparing a move after his £30m relegation release clause became active.

However, it appears as though the Lilywhites are set to miss out on the 22-year-old this window, after it was confirmed he has agreed a move to join London rivals Chelsea.

Such a move could prove to benefit Ange’s side over the coming months, potentially allowing Christopher Nkunku to depart Stamford Bridge after falling down the pecking order under Enzo Maresca.

The Frenchman has been the subject of an enquiry from Daniel Levy, opening the door to a potential £50m switch across the capital to link up with the Lilywhites in North London.

It’s evident that a new forward is on the agenda this summer, but one player who previously plied his trade at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has thrived since his departure over the past few seasons.

The former Spurs player who’s outscored Delap & Nkunku in 2024/25

Over the last 12 months, Spurs have had numerous attackers who have contributed to their various levels of success, helping them in their quest for European glory.

Brennan Johnson has proved the doubters wrong in recent times, scoring 18 goals across all competitions - including the all-important strike against United that secured the club’s first trophy in 17 years.

The Welsh international has thrived under Postecoglou, now being a key player and registering over three times more goals than he did during his first year in North London.

However, the side could’ve benefited further had they kept hold of Ivan Perišić, with the Croatian winger thriving for PSV Eindhoven in the Netherlands despite being 36.

He joined the club in the summer of 2022, arriving on a free transfer under Antonio Conte after his release from Inter Milan at the end of the 2021/22 campaign.

The Croatian made 44 appearances during his first season at the club, notching one goal and 12 assists, but he would be unable to make such an impact during his second season in North London.

He would tear his ACL in the early stages of 2023/24, featuring in just six matches, before moving to Hajduk Split on a free transfer at the end of his contract in the summer of 2024.

However, Perisic, who was labelled a “massive waste of money” by The Athletic’s James Maw, has thrived at PSV this campaign, registering 16 goals in all competitions - tallies higher than Delap and Nkunku, who’ve scored 12 and 14 respectively.

Given his age and the long-term injury he sustained at the club, it’s understandable that the club would allow him to leave - especially considering he was on £180k-per-week, as per Capology.

His return to form, even scoring in the Champions League, is a credit to Perisic, making Spurs rue their mistake in allowing him to depart and showcasing his elite-level talents despite his entering the back end of his career.

Going into the 2025/26 campaign, Tottenham Hotspur will have added confidence and swagger, knowing that they are the defending Europa League champions.

Ange Postecoglou has managed to end 17 years of suffering for the fanbase, handing a generation of supporters a night to remember after their 1-0 triumph over Manchester United in Bilbao.

However, if given the opportunity to remain as the club’s manager, he will need to address their dismal form in the Premier League, which saw them finish in 17th place.

Signings and investment may be needed from the hierarchy if the Aussie is to change their fortunes in the league, with numerous players also potentially being offloaded.

With the summer transfer window now just around the corner, it’s a surprise to no one that work has already commenced behind the scenes, with numerous players already on their radar.

The latest on Spurs’ hunt for new additions this summer

Over the last couple of days, Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané has emerged as a potential option for Spurs this summer, with the German looking for a move away from the Bundesliga side.

The 29-year-old has registered 11 goals and five assists in the league throughout 2024/25, but could face competition from North London rivals Arsenal for his signature.

However, he’s not the only attacker currently in their sights, with the hierarchy already making an enquiry to sign Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku, according to talkSPORT.

Their report claims that the Frenchman is set to leave the Blues this summer after making just nine league starts under Enzo Maresca throughout the most recent campaign.

However, the 27-year-old has still managed to net 14 goals across all competitions, with the Blues demanding a fee in the region of £50m to part ways with the former RB Leipzig talent.

Why Spurs’ £50m target could end Son’s time in North London

Heung-min Son will forever be a legend at Spurs regardless of whatever happens between now and the end of his time at the club - reaching levels way beyond anyone’s wildest expectations.

The South Korean forward captained the side to European glory, something which would cement his place in the history books, with his showings also catapulting him into the hearts of all supporters.

The 32-year-old has scored 173 goals in his 454 appearances for the Lilywhites, putting himself fourth on the club’s all-time goalscoring charts, sitting behind Harry Kane, Jimmy Greaves and Bobby Smith.

However, he’s noticeably failed to match his own levels of performance, starting just 24 out of a possible 38 matches, scoring just seven times - his lowest tally since his debut campaign in 2015/16.

He could find himself further down the pecking order next campaign in Ange’s plans, especially if Nkunku signs during the off-season, having the tools to add a different dimension to the attack.

When comparing his stats to those of Son in 2024/25, the Chelsea ace has managed to match or better him in numerous key areas, highlighting what an excellent signing he would be this window.

Nkunku, who’s been labelled “phenomenal” by one analyst, has registered a higher shot on target accuracy rate and a better minute per goal record - showcasing his impressive ability when in front of goal.

He’s also completed more take-ons and registered a higher aerial success rate - offering Ange an all-round option across all areas of his front line.

The Frenchman has also completed more passes and made more passes into the final third, having the tools to aid other players around him in improving their own tallies in attacking areas.

£50m may seem a hefty fee for a player who’s so far been unable to make an impact in England, as seen by his lowly tally of starts at Stamford Bridge this campaign.

However, their loss could be Spurs’ gain, with his potential move to North London gradually phasing Son down the order and softening the blow from his eventual departure in the near future.