Tottenham are hoping to add attacking reinforcements before the transfer window shuts shop.
To everyone’s surprise, Tottenham secured their place in the Round of 16 of the Champions League by beating Eintracht Frankfurt away from home on Wednesday night. It was a professional display from the Lilywhites, who fully deserved to claim all three points against the Bundesliga giants. The North Londoners now have a genuine opportunity to go deep into the competition if Thomas Frank plays his cards right in the coming months.
Fans will now hope that the club’s hierarchy backs the Danish tactician during the business end of the transfer window. Spurs are clearly in need of additional reinforcements to bolster the squad as they look to turn their Premier League fortunes around. The Lilywhites are keen to revamp their attack in the coming days before the transfer window shuts.
Tottenham might be forced to miss out on Joshua Zirkzee due to Randal Kolo Muani's failed move to Turin.
Tottenham might be forced to miss out on Joshua Zirkzee due to Randal Kolo Muani’s failed move to Turin.
The need for a new striker is imminent. At present, Thomas Frank is heavily reliant on a half-fit Dominic Solanke to make an impact on a regular basis for the Lilywhites. To his credit, the England international has done a commendable job in leading the line, scoring two goals in three matches since returning from a long-term injury. He has made his presence felt, making it difficult for Frank to leave him out of the starting eleven.
Tottenham face the prospect of missing out on Joshua Zirkzee
Tottenham are looking to add a new striker to their ranks in the January window. With Richarlison ruled out through injury for the next two months, it is crucial for the club to address the gap by signing a centre-forward who can immediately replace the Brazilian in the starting eleven. Fans also want the North London club to act swiftly in the transfer market and bring in reinforcements for the second half of the campaign.
Recent reports have linked Spurs with £105,000-a-week Manchester United star Joshua Zirkzee. The Dutchman has fallen down the pecking order at Old Trafford this season, starting only four Premier League matches so far. He is determined to revive his career by considering a potential exit in the winter, as the prolific striker is keen to keep his World Cup dream alive and is seeking regular game time in the second half of the campaign.
Tottenham contact Manchester United over possible Joshua Zirkzee signing.
Tottenham contact Manchester United over possible Joshua Zirkzee signing.
Landing Zirkzee, however, might not be as straightforward as it sounds for the Lilywhites. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Juventus are also planning to make a move for the 24-year-old before the transfer window shuts. It appears unlikely that the Serie A giants will be able to land Spurs star Randal Kolo Muani in the winter, forcing them to switch their focus to signing Joshua Zirkzee on a six-month loan instead.
Tottenham could do better than Joshua Zirkzee
Joshua Zirkzee has struggled to feature regularly for Manchester United this season. The 24-year-old has slipped further down the pecking order following the arrivals of Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, and Matheus Cunha. He has failed to justify his place at M16, finding it difficult to adapt to the fast-paced nature of the Premier League. With just nine goals in 65 appearances, the Dutchman has been unable to make a lasting impression during his time at Old Trafford.
Spurs need a player who can compete with Dominic Solanke for a place in the starting eleven and make an immediate impact at N17. Signing Zirkzee does not appear to be the solution to the attacking problems facing the Lilywhites. His lack of physicality and pace has often seen him struggle in a faltering Manchester United side. As a result, it may be wiser for the North Londoners to steer clear of the Dutchman and turn their attention to alternative options instead.