Newcastle United will challenge Tottenham Hotspur to the signing of Atletico Madrid star Alexander Sorloth
Tottenham Hotspur’s search for attacking reinforcements has taken another twist, with Spanish outlet Fichajes reporting that Newcastle United have now joined the race for Alexander Sorloth.
The Norwegian striker has told Atletico Madrid he no longer wants to remain a secondary option under Diego Simeone. Despite scoring 24 goals in all competitions last season, Sorloth still finds himself behind Antoine Griezmann, Julián Álvarez, and Giacomo Raspadori in the pecking order, prompting him to look elsewhere for guaranteed minutes.
Why Spurs need Sorloth
For Tottenham, this feels like a golden opportunity. With Son Heung-min now in MLS and James Maddison sidelined long-term, Thomas Frank is pushing hard for another reliable goalscorer to ease the burden on Richarlison and Dominic Solanke.
Newcastle United will challenge Tottenham Hotspur to the signing of Atletico Madrid star Alexander Sorloth.
Daniel Levy has already missed out on Eberechi Eze this summer.
Sorloth, at 6ft 5in, offers qualities Spurs are currently lacking, dominance in the air, physicality to pin defenders, and relentless pressing from the front. He’s the kind of centre-forward tailor-made for Frank’s high-intensity system. Reports suggest Atletico would accept around €35m if they can line up a replacement, a fee that represents solid value for a striker with his scoring pedigree.
Newcastle’s late push
The complication? Newcastle United. Eddie Howe is desperate to reinforce his forward line after a frustrating summer and views Sorloth as the perfect partner, or even successor, for Alexander Isak. With the Magpies also fighting for European football, Spurs suddenly find themselves in direct competition with a rival who can match their ambitions.
This head-to-head battle could shape the final days of the window, and with Atletico Madrid eager to resolve Sorloth’s future quickly, Spurs cannot afford to hesitate.
Newcastle United will challenge Tottenham Hotspur to the signing of Atletico Madrid star Alexander Sorloth.
Thomas Frank can do with some attacking depth.
From a Tottenham point of view, the fit is obvious. Sorloth offers experience, proven goals, and physical presence in the box, exactly what Frank needs after Son’s departure. With Champions League football returning and expectations rising after last season’s Europa League triumph, Spurs require more depth and firepower to compete on all fronts.
Daniel Levy has shown this summer that he’s willing to back his manager in the market. The question now is whether Spurs will move aggressively enough to beat Newcastle to Sorloth’s signature.
Tottenham have been proactive in reshaping the squad under Frank, but the loss of Son and Maddison’s injury mean another attacking addition is essential. Alexander Sorloth looks like a striker built for the Premier League, and Spurs fans will be hoping Levy ensures he comes to N17 rather than St. James’ Park.