Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keen on signing 27-year-English striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin from Everton, with Newcastle United also keen.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Tottenham Hotspur will have to compete with Newcastle United to sign Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The 27-year-old will be a free agent at the end of the season, and it is no surprise that the English clubs are looking to sign him, with Nottingham Forest also in the three-way battle.
The Englishman is a proven performer in the Premier League, and signing him on a free transfer would represent an excellent bargain. The 27-year-old is a proven performer in the Premier League, and he could prove to be a useful acquisition for both clubs.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has been fighting relegation with Everton in recent seasons, and a move to Tottenham would be a major upgrade for him. He would get to compete in European football with them and push for trophies as well.
The English striker will certainly be attracted to the idea of joining the North London club. Meanwhile, Tottenham have signed Dominic Solanke in the summer transfer window, but they need more depth in their offensive unit. Signing the 27-year-old in a cut-price deal would be the ideal option for them.
Newcastle United keen on Calvert-Lewin
Newcastle United are keeping tabs on his situation as well, and it will be interesting to see if they can win the race for his signature. The Magpies have been overly dependent on Alexander Isak for goals, and the Swedish international needs more support in the final third. The Everton striker could prove to be the ideal acquisition.
The Tyneside outfit have an ambitious project and they are one of the wildest clubs in the world. The opportunity to join them can be quite attractive for most players. The Everton striker will be attracted to the prospect of playing for them.
Apart from his goalscoring ability, his aerial prowess could add a new dimension to the Tottenham or the Newcastle United attack. It remains to be seen where he ends up. The striker is at the peak of his powers, and he is well-settled in the Premier League. He could hit the ground running and transform his new team instantly. However, Nottingham Forest will also compete with Newcastle United and Tottenham.