Tottenham Hotspur are in desperate need of a prolific striker to partner with Dominic Solanke as they look to recover from a disappointing season under Ange Postecoglou. Despite being the second-highest scorers in the Premier League, Spurs find themselves languishing in the bottom half of the table with just nine games remaining, a clear reflection of their lack of consistency and balance.
The forwards have endured a frustrating campaign, with club captain Heung-Min Son falling well short of expectations. Meanwhile, the likes of Timo Werner and Richarlison have failed to make any real impact, contributing little to the club’s attacking threat. The lack of reliable firepower up front has left fans understandably disillusioned, as the current attacking options have simply not lived up to the billing. Reinforcements in the final third are not just a luxury, they’re an absolute necessity.
As per the Premier League website, Timo Werner and Richarlison have played a combined 27 league games this season. However, the two forwards have just managed to score a combined total of two goals and provide four assists in that time. This is a damning statistic considering how highly paid the pair are and the fact that they play for big club.
Tottenham eyeing Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman
Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a prolific forward for next season in the hopes of bolstering their attack. The Lilywhites are said to be in the market already and are hoping to make a statement signing to revive their chances of winning their first silverware in 17 years.
As per CaughtOffside, Spurs are among several clubs in the race to sign Atalanta striker Ademola Lookman. The North London club are said to be in the race with other Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool. However, it is said to be tough for the Lilywhites to land the Nigeria international in the summer.
CaughtOffside also reports that the Italian team have set a price tag of €65 million for the player. This has made other European clubs vary of the situation as well and Barcelona and Juventus are also keen on signing the 27-year-old.
Uncertain future for Ademola Lookman?
Lookman is enjoying yet another outstanding season with Atalanta, further solidifying his reputation as one of the most in-form wingers in Europe. The Nigeria international recently added to his growing list of accolades by being named the African Player of the Year, a testament to his consistent performances at both club and international level.
Lookman etched his name into European football history last season by scoring a memorable hat-trick in the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen, single-handedly dismantling one of the most dominant teams in the competition. His blend of pace, directness, and clinical finishing continues to make him a nightmare for defenders and a player many top clubs are keeping a close eye on.
As per Sofascore, the forward has played 32 games this season, scoring 18 goals and providing six assists. He is one of the best players in Europe and has been consistently performing for Atalanta. The Nigeria international also has an average rating of 7.39 this season.
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However, Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini recently stirred controversy by publicly criticising Ademola Lookman after the 27-year-old missed a crucial penalty in a Champions League knockout tie against Club Brugge. According to Sky Sports, Gasperini went as far as to say it was “the worst penalty he had ever seen”—a harsh statement that reportedly did not sit well with Lookman. Since then, speculation has grown around the Nigerian’s future, with reports emerging that he could be open to a summer move away from the Serie A side.
Does that make it easier for Tottenham to land his services? Only time will tell.