Tottenham Hotspur are being linked with an ambitious move for Galatasaray’s prolific centre-forward Victor Osimhen as Roberto De Zerbi continues rebuilding his attacking options.
Spurs have made initial approaches worth between £50 million and £55 million, with the Turkish champions seeking closer to £65 million.
However, that valuation appears optimistic given the striker’s long contract and importance in Istanbul.
Tottenham need a dependable goalscorer because Richarlison’s future remains uncertain, while Dominic Solanke has not completely solved their problems in front of goal.
Adding an explosive, aggressive No.9 would give De Zerbi a natural focal point for his possession-heavy system.
Tottenham interest grows in Victor Osimhen
Tottenham have received sporting approval to begin formal negotiations and believe personal terms would not create a major obstacle, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.
The Nigerian international scored 41 goals and provided 10 assists across 52 appearances for the Turkish giants last season, numbers that explain why De Zerbi supposedly views him as a transformative signing.
Nigeria manager Éric Chelle has called Osimhen the ‘best striker in the world‘.
There has been no official approach or direct contact between Tottenham and Galatasaray.
Spurs have already invested heavily in their squad, making another enormous commitment difficult without significant sales.
Rival interest could decide negotiations
Tottenham’s need for another striker may depend heavily on what happens with Richarlison.
The Guardian reports that De Zerbi wants the Brazilian to remain but admitted the player has not made his future clear.
With less than a year remaining on his contract, a departure could create both space and urgency for a replacement.
Manchester United, Chelsea and Atlético Madrid have also been linked with the Galatasaray star, which could push the price higher and weaken Tottenham’s negotiating position.
He would be an outstanding tactical fit, offering pace, pressing and ruthless finishing.
Still, Spurs should be cautious. A deal near £60 million would look exceptional, but paying more than £100 million after an already expensive window could place too much pressure on one signing.
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At last the club is spending to strengthen and compete at higher levels.A top striker is a must and if we can do that soon it can only improve our squad.
Just get rid of Richarlison. If Sarr wants away, let him go and get either Gibbs White or Alex Scott. Have just watched 1 hour of Savinho, FORGET him and forget Gakpo, plenty more wide men out there, better than these 2 targets???? COYS
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If the rumour here of an exchange with Athletico is factual, and we are talking to them about swapping Cuti and Rodrigo for Alvarez plus cash, it would be a HUGE COUP for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club!
Marquee signing at The Spurs used to be commonplace before that tight-fisted, football ignorant chairman took over.
COYS!!
spurs need a top class striker someone who can give them twenty goals plus a season they have spent heavy on the back four and midfield now they need to spend on their forward line fast
We should sign the talent scout from Eintract Frankfurt. Over the last years they have sold Ekitike, Kolo Muani and Brown for over 200 million pounds all scouted and picked up for peanuts, We have a bunch of very talented young players that we need to throw into the deep end to see if they are good enough. They might surprise us
spurs should sign salah
He is a ‘yid’ hater?!
How Harry was made…imagine if we’d never given him a proper chance!
asking for 65 we offer 55 lol
Down to De Zerbi who plays.Yes the young ones should be good enough that’s why Spurs got them in the first place and the club keep telling us how good our “kids” are. They have been great on our Australian adventure also…..
Osimhen would be fantastic as neither Richarlison, Solanke, or Muani have done nothing. Add the pace & premiership experience of Rashford and would give us a fast and deadly duo.
If only…….
We should absolutely go for Osimhen – class player & would be a big add to our attacking squad. Richarlison & Solanke are OK…but not really great. Plenty of effort but not many goals. Osimhen would be exactly what we need to ratchet up our attacking squad.
Victor Osimihen would be a superb addition for Spurs