Tottenham Hotspur is gearing up for a significant campaign next season as they aim to advance in the Premier League, improve their FA Cup performance, and secure a spot in the Champions League.
Ange Postecoglou’s first year with the Lilywhites demonstrated his capability to lead a ‘big six’ club. However, achieving his ambitions in North London will require support from Daniel Levy and the club’s management in the transfer market.
Fortunately, this support seems to be materializing. In recent weeks, the club has been linked with several top-tier center-forwards, notably Bournemouth’s Dominic Solanke.
Solanke, despite not making Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the Euros, showcased his scoring prowess last season. Should he join Spurs, he’ll need to quickly make an impact to prove his value.
Latest updates suggest that while Spurs have shown interest in other strikers like Napoli’s Victor Osimhen and Lille’s Jonathan David, Solanke is their most probable signing. Reports indicate that Spurs are in discussions with Solanke’s camp and may offer Bournemouth around £43m (€50m). Another report suggested a possible £50m offer, including a Spurs player.
The exact fee for Solanke remains uncertain, with some reports suggesting Bournemouth might demand up to £60m. Regardless, a substantial fee seems likely, justified by Solanke’s impressive performance last season with 21 goals and four assists in 42 appearances.
However, to surpass the valuation of current Spurs star James Maddison, Solanke will need to maintain or exceed his past performance levels. Maddison, co-vice captain of Spurs, is valued at around £65m (€75m) by FotMob. Despite a challenging season and his exclusion from the England squad, Maddison’s quality is undeniable, with four goals and nine assists in 30 appearances.
Maddison’s underlying stats further highlight his excellence, ranking him among the top in shot-creating actions, progressive passes, and assists in Europe’s top five leagues, according to FBref.
Ultimately, Solanke would be a valuable addition to Spurs this summer. His partnership with Maddison, whose high valuation is well-deserved, could be crucial for the club’s future success.
