Report: Tottenham could move for a striker in January
Tottenham could move to sign a new striker during the January winter transfer window if a suitable opportunity arises, journalist David Ornstein reports. The club are looking to strengthen their attack as manager Roberto De Zerbi seeks to address their lack of goals.
Speaking on The Athletic FC, Ornstein said the ideal option would be a striker capable of leading the line for many years. He added that the club’s ambition, willingness to invest and support for De Zerbi could allow them to make a move if the right player becomes available, without confirming that a deal would be completed or naming a specific target.
The report says Tottenham scored 10 goals in their first 10 Premier League matches, with only two coming from centre-forwards, and that the lack of reliable goalscoring options has become a concern. It also noted that Dominic Solanke and Omar Marmoush have not made the expected impact in the attacking third, and that the team’s struggles were evident in their recent defeat to Leeds United.
Signing a top striker in the middle of the season could be difficult, as European clubs may be reluctant to let go of their leading attacking players in January. The report said Eli Junior Kroupi has previously attracted Tottenham’s interest, while the club could find it difficult to persuade Bournemouth to let him go. Gustavo Varela and Younes Ebnoutalib were also mentioned as other possible options.
The report said Tottenham need to identify the right striker rather than simply add another attacking option, arguing that signing a goalscorer capable of leading the line could make a difference for the team in the second half of the season.