Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the return of 20-year-old forward Dane Scarlett from his loan spell at Oxford United.
The decision is likely driven by the club’s urgent need for reinforcements amid a mounting injury crisis.
Scarlett, who made 22 appearances for Oxford this season, contributed four goals and an assist during his time with the League One side.
A product of Tottenham’s Academy, Scarlett first made waves with the U18s, where he netted 23 goals and provided four assists in just 23 matches.
Spurs are struggling with injuries to several key forwards, including Wilson Odobert, Timo Werner, Brennan Johnson, and Dominic Solanke, leaving the squad short of attacking options.
And while the club have been linked with several attackers this month, they have failed to sign anyone.
They have however today recalled their young striker Dane Scarlett from his loan at Oxford, officially confirming the move on their official website.
Under contract with Tottenham until 2027, Scarlett is widely regarded as one of the club’s most promising young talents.
Since his debut in November 2020, when he became the youngest player to feature for Spurs, Scarlett has gained valuable experience through loan spells at Portsmouth and Ipswich Town.
Whether the club decide to use him as part of the squad given the current injury situation or send him out on loan elsewhere where he is ensured regular playing time remains to be seen.
If he stays , Scarlett might have a chance to seize this moment and solidify his place in the senior squad.