Tottenham will have to get creative if they wish to formalise interest in Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke.
That's because the Cherries are insistent the 26-year-old striker will only depart the Vitality Stadium this summer if his £65million release clause, which can reportedly only be triggered by certain clubs, is matched.
It's currently considered unlikely that Tottenham will put club-record cash on the table but if they're serious about landing Solanke, they could seek to test Bournemouth's resolve by including players in a potential swap deal package that helps them get close to the eye-watering figure.
England international Solanke struck 19 Premier League goals last season and has also been tracked by his former club Chelsea.
Andoni Iraola's side have always been mindful that Solanke would be the subject of interest this summer on the back of such an impressive campaign that saw him find the net 21 times in all competitions.
Additionally, Liverpool are set to receive a 20 per cent cut of any profit Bournemouth make from an onward transfer and that could further complicate Spurs' pursuit of the player.
Ange Postecoglou admitted earlier this week that Spurs were prioritising the signing of a new striker.
He stated during the club's pre-season tour of South Korea: “It's still the area of the park we're really probably the thinnest when I talk about squad-wise at the moment, so obviously that's a focus for us. Looking forward to finishing things up in a positive manner and hopefully a good way to finish it off."
Speaking in Santa Barbara, Bournemouth owner Bill Foley also recently stated that he expects Solanke to stay put for at least another season. The Cherries chief said: "I believe Dom is going to be with us this coming year. He has a release clause, which is very expensive.
"We shouldn't reveal anything about the contract, but that area [reported £65m] sounds roughly correct. I guess if someone comes for him, we are going to have to replace him. We have two or three candidates that we have lined up, but I believe Dom will be here next year - and I believe he is going to score 21 or 22 goals."
Ivan Toney has also been linked with Spurs and his Brentford future remains in doubt after entering the final year of his current deal with the Bees.
The England international is yet to return to training following his involvement at Euro 2024 but he could yet move onto pastures new before the transfer window closes.