TOTTENHAM RAMP UP INTEREST IN SIGNING ‘GOAL MACHINE’ STRIKER
Tottenham Hotspur scout Santiago Gimenez
After scouting Gimenez last week, The Mirror now claims that Tottenham has increased their interest in the player.
In the Champions League match between Feyenoord and Gimenez and Lazio, it was reported that Tottenham sent a scout to watch.
Gimenez was entertaining to watch; he scored twice in Feyenoord’s convincing 3-1 victory over Lazio at home.
According to the article, Daniel Levy wants to sign Gimenez before Real Madrid does in 2024.
After selling Harry Kane to Bayern Munich, Tottenham did not sign a natural number nine and may want to add someone in that position.
Gimenez would be a good fit, considering Felizio Romano called him a “goal machine” on YouTube after he scored 15 goals in just 12 games this year.
West Ham United also fancy Gimenez
In addition to Real Madrid, Tottenham may also need to worry about West Ham United, a rival team in London.
The Mirror reports that despite their attempt to sign Gimenez in August, West Ham is still interested in him.
After offloading Gianluca Scamacca, it is said that West Ham spoke with both Feyenoord and Gimenez in order to have “preliminary talks” about a potential signing.
Gimenez, though, made the decision to remain with Feyenoord, and his goal-scoring prowess this year might have put him beyond West Ham’s grasp.
The Hammers might still try in 2024, but as things stand right now, we believe Tottenham will be his most likely destination.
In a related development:
Report: Tottenham have ‘set their eyes’ on signing Juventus defender
Full-backs are now among the most vital positions in the entire squad under Ange Postecoglou, who has asked his wide defenders to switch roles and adjust as needed.
With his two first-choice full-backs, Destiny Udogie and Pedro Porro, it’s a tactic that has mostly paid off.
Beyond them, Emerson Royal has also done a decent job of adjusting to the position. Ben Davies, who replaced Udogie at the beginning of the recent victory over Crystal Palace, didn’t appear at all at ease.
It’s unclear whether Ryan Sessegnon, who is recovering from an injury, can give Udogie more consistent competition on the left side, or if Postecoglou would look to trade for a player.
Spurs may look at Cambiaso again
Andrea Cambiaso of Juventus might be the ideal candidate for Spurs to sign if they decide to search elsewhere for that position. Sky Sport Italia (13/07/23 – via Mundo Napoli) reported that the North London club was linked to the young Italian throughout the summer.
Once again, rumors are spreading, and they originate from CalcioMercato. The 23-year-old has reportedly “set their sights” on the Spurs.
The Lilywhites have expressed interest in the player, but it’s unclear if the Old Lady would allow them to depart. Though Cambiaso is eager to play regular football, it is said that he is “not excluded” from the notion of moving on.
I hope I’m mistaken, but I don’t see Sessegnon succeeding under Postecoglou. I believe he will step in whenever needed through the conclusion of the season, but in the summer we will try to sign more formidable opponents for Udogie. But I’m not sure if Cambiaso is the best person for the position.