Tottenham Hotspur appears eager to bolster its defensive depth on the day of the transfer deadline, according to rumours that Ange Postecoglou’s team is considering a last-minute surprise acquisition of a Premier League center-back.
Who will Tottenham acquire before the deadline?
The Lilywhites are reportedly considering a move for Lloyd Kelly of Bournemouth, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano. The north London club is rumoured to even be open to including long-time asset Eric Dier in a deal for the 24-year-old.
To think that a potential Sanchez copy could be about to be snapped up in the form of Kelly – who is valued at just €5m (£4m) by the CIES Football Observatory – is a real concern, with this couple. due to their recent statistics.
This similarity can be discerned by the fact that the duo are barely adept at regaining possession of the ball for their respective teams, with Kelly placing only at the bottom 29% of the table. in their place in Europe’s top 5 leagues for interceptions made by 90, while his Spurs partner ranks bottom 36% in this respect.
Likewise, the Bournemouth bully – who has at least been praised by his former boss Scott Parker for his ‘aggressive’ style in the past – has barely set the world on fire this season after coming out. The only pitch in the league on the south coast, it’s hard to see the wisdom of Tottenham in its efforts to take him north of London.
A report has shared an interesting update on Tottenham Hotspur and the possibility of a late transfer for Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo.
Who will Spurs sign?
Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou is expected to make late signing attempts ahead of schedule on Friday, with Nottingham Forest winger Brennan Johnson and Barcelona’s Ansu Fati recently confirmed. link.
The North London side have enjoyed a strong start to the Premier League season under Ange, with the Australian displaying exciting, attacking football.
Tottenham are yet to suffer a league defeat following a draw against Brentford on Matchday One; immediately followed by a 2-0 victory over Man United and Bournemouth.
However, a crack in Spurs’ armor may have been exposed on Tuesday night, when Postecoglou’s changed side were knocked out of the Carabao Cup second round at the hands of Fulham.
The penalty shootout defeat at Craven Cottage hampered Tottenham’s chances of winning their first trophy and their first major silver trophy for the first time since 2008.
The Lilywhites’ need to beef up ahead of time has perhaps been underscored by this result, and while they are looking for moves for players like Fati/Johnson, it is also claimed that they are still in the process. consider a new defender.
Spurs conceded a rather monstrous 63 goals last season, more than any team above 15th – an indicator that underscores the need for better defensive quality despite the four defenders already in place. good start in the Postecoglou tradition.
Speaking earlier this month, Trusted Journalist Alasdair Gold said the Tottenham manager is keen to strengthen his defense further after signing Micky van de Ven.
“Postecoglou said that he himself spoke at his press conference on Friday about where there are areas in defence, midfield and attack that they can improve as well,” Gold said on his YouTube channel. via TBR).
“I will monitor what is happening. I feel like Spurs are ready to make some deals if they find a way to get players out of the team first.
Adarabioyo, who is also attracting strong interest from Ligue 1 side Monaco, is clearly still a target for Tottenham after numerous contacts over much of the summer transfer window.
That’s according to 90min, who say they are still interested in a belated move by the former Man City and Blackburn defender. Adarabioyo clearly finds the option to join Spurs “attractive”, but Everton have also held transfer talks.
Meanwhile, Tottenham have offered Eric Dier the opposite for Fulham but the 29-year-old is unlikely to leave ahead of time.
How good is Tosin Adarabioyo?
Adarabioyo has only played a minute for Los Blancos this season but he stands out as one of Fulham’s best players in terms of average match ratings last season, according to WhoScored.
He also makes more saves per 90 minutes than any other member of their team, with the 6ft 5in giant defender being called “awesome” by the media in some of his performances. at Craven Cottage.
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Who will Tottenham sign ahead of time?
The Lilywhites may still be in shock after seemingly missing out on the signing of Barcelona’s Ansu Fati, as the Spaniard is set to make a shock move to leading side Brighton and Hove Albion before the transfer market closes, despite reports from Wednesday. indicates that a loan for north London is under consideration.
Eberechi Eze, a playmaker for Crystal Palace, has also been touted as a possible target, according to the Independent, with those at N17 reportedly “strongly considering” the 25-year-old.
The report adds that a possible setback could be the £60m price tag announced by the England international, and it remains to be seen whether Spurs are willing to shell out that hefty fee, though raked in £100m after Kane was sold to Bayern Munich. .
What is the quality of Eberechi Eze?
There must have been someone at Tottenham licking their lips at the prospect of putting young Fati on the pitch, in which the promising 20-year-old made a name for himself at Camp Nou after inheriting Lionel’s famous No 10 shirt. Messi. in 2021 – a statement of the then teenager’s appreciation for the La Liga giants.
With that said, one could argue that Eze is a better proven pick in the Premier League and it will likely take less time to adjust to life in North London, with the game genius taking over. playing has proven to be a truly “attractive” talent in recent years. – as described by teammate Joel Ward.
Although Fati has made headlines in Catalonia with 29 goals and 10 assists in 112 games in all competitions so far, the young senior’s embryonic career has been somewhat decimated by trauma injury, and revealed that Xavi Hernandez and his colleagues seemed very willing to continue. their sparkling talent.
While Eze may not be a direct replacement for the winger – as the former Queen’s Park Rangers key player often plays as a midfield forward – he can pose a threat. real goal from the playmaker’s position to help complete the attack.
This was evident last season when the light-footed player scored 10 goals and provided four assists in 38 Premier League appearances, eclipsing seven goals and four assists. that Fati scored in 36 La Liga appearances – even though only 12 of those came from the start.
Likewise, it seems that the Palace mage has the greatest talent for dribbling opponents and beating his own people, as he ranks in the top 17% of those in his position. We are in Europe’s top 5 leagues in 90 successful encounters, while his rivals Barca are at the bottom of the table 26% in this regard.
As Ward noted, Eze is a player who “seems to glide across the pitch”, with a unique aptitude that makes him a character that is sure to bring a real sense of excitement to the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.
With Postecoglou likely to witness the England player’s devastating threat, the possibility of being arrested before the deadline expires could make the former Celtic manager forget his pain over Fati.
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Who can replace Harry Kane?
Fans will likely lament a bad time if they don’t reinvest the huge money made from his sale to Bayern Munich, despite the good start that has welcomed James Maddison and Micky Van. de Ven.
Lilywhites manager Ange Postecoglou may well have dampened the potential uproar given their strong start to the season, with three impressive Premier League performances placing them third in the standings.
However, some believe that with a new star striker leading the new era, they can reach even greater heights.
Perhaps the north London side could therefore look to rekindle their interest in Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic, who is tipped to leave this summer for €80m (£69m). ).
How good is Dusan Vlahovic?
To underline how impressive the Serbia international has been to Spurs, BBC Sport contributor Raj Chohan even stated in 2021:
“Vlahovic would be a great replacement for Kane.”
While his goals alone will help substantiate that claim, it is his large physique that will also help him adapt to English football. Standing at 6ft 3in but with breakneck speed, defenders will never know whether to give him space to thwart the following player or stick around and try to wrestle him.
Obviously, Serie A has yet to find a solution to the success of the 23-year-old machine since its explosion 3 years ago.
The 2020/21 season has seen him truly establish himself as one of the best young strikers in Europe, scoring 21 goals in the league and attracting the interest of many.
Then, in the following season, he added 24 goals and provided five assists, swapping Fiorentina for Turin halfway through.
Unsurprisingly, this season saw him maintain an average rating of 7.23, further bolstered by surprising creativity as he maintained 0.8 phases. Key assists per game, via Sofascore.
BBC pundit Micah Richards even thinks there are few strikers on the planet that can compare to him, telling BBC Radio Five Live in 2021 (via The Independent):
“I have watched it many times already. He is lightning. It’s ridiculous. He has 16 out of 18 this season. His left foot is like a wand. Now I’m telling you, he’s everything, he’s all you need.
As if to underline his excellence should he move to England, FBref has included Erling Haaland in its list of ‘similar players’.
Given that the Manchester City star has achieved immediate success after arriving last summer, scoring 52 goals in all competitions and breaking multiple records, Vlahovic hopes he can use his physicality and ability similar finishing ability to rival that success. .
Although not as creative as Kane, who won both the Golden Shoe and Playmaker awards in a single season in 2021, the talented Old Lady star can make up for the sheer number of goals conceded when England team is absent. captain and prove that Chohan’s statement is true.
Spurs: A late $13 million signing could enable Eric Dier leave the team
While the recent early exit from the Carabao Cup will certainly make it difficult for Tottenham Hotspur, it has largely been a positive start under new boss Ange Postecoglou so far, with two wins and a draw. in the club’s first three games in the Premier League. .
Despite the strong openness to the new regime, it appears the former Celtic boss still wants to ramp up his strength before the end of the transfer window, with Fulham’s Tosin Adarabioyo being a particularly interesting player for the Lilywhites .
How much will Tosin Adarabioyo cost?
Following reports regarding Spurs’ move to sign the 25-year-old earlier in the summer, 90min has reported in recent days that north Londoners are still very interested in the 6ft 5in giant and The player is “ready to go”. before the window closes.
According to reports, Postecoglou and his colleagues have offered Eric Dier to the Cottagers as a potential asset in the move, although it remains to be seen whether the 29-year-old will leave this summer. not after the last month has passed. nine years at Tottenham.
With just one year left on his contract, Adarabioyo could be a bargain if he leaves soon, with a fee of €15m (£13m) already suggested.
How good is Tosin Adarabioyo? Previously dubbed ‘giant’ by former boss Tony Mowbray during his loan spell at Blackburn Rovers, it’s fair to say the current Fulham player has been particularly sublimated since moving to Craven Cottage in 2020. after starting life in Manchester City.
