Tottenham are making significant strides to secure the future of their squad by pursuing highly-rated Irish forward Mason Melia from St Patrick’s Athletic during the ongoing January transfer window.
According to Tottenham News, the 17-year-old has become a target for Spurs, who are prepared to meet St Patrick’s Athletic’s asking price of £2 million after their initial £1 million offer was rejected. The report adds that the new bid will be accepted by St Patrick’s Athletic.
Tottenham hoping to secure signing Mason Melia
The North London club are keen to finalise the deal quickly, with Celtic also expressing strong interest in the talented striker.
Due to post-Brexit regulations, Melia would be unable to officially join Tottenham until January 2026, when he turns 18.
Despite this hurdle, Spurs remain committed to the move, viewing Melia as a vital part of their long-term plans.
If the transfer goes through, the teenager would remain on loan at St Patrick’s Athletic until he becomes eligible to complete the switch to North London.
Melia’s ascent has been nothing short of remarkable. Since joining St Patrick’s Athletic’s academy in 2022, the young forward has rapidly progressed to the senior squad.
In January 2023, he etched his name into the history books as the club’s youngest-ever player and goal-scorer, achieving the feat during a Leinster Senior Cup match.
The 2023 season saw Melia play a pivotal role for St Patrick’s Athletic, delivering standout performances in the FAI Cup and UEFA Conference League. His contributions earned him the PFAI Young Player of the Year award, making him the youngest recipient in the award’s history.
In total, the Irish prodigy made 35 appearances last season, scoring seven goals and providing two assists taking his overall tally for the club to 10 goals and three assists. (Transfermarkt)
Tottenham’s pursuit of Melia aligns with the club’s broader strategy of investing in emerging talent. If the deal materialises, Melia would join a growing pool of promising young players at the club, including Croatian defender Luka Vuskovic and midfielder Archie Gray. The trio represents the club’s commitment to building a squad capable of sustained success in the years to come.
With the race heating up and Celtic reportedly monitoring Melia closely, Tottenham will need to act swiftly to fend off competition. If Spurs succeed in landing the Irish wonderkid, it could be another significant step in their efforts to assemble a team brimming with youthful promise.
For now, fans eagerly await confirmation of a deal that could shape the club’s future and mark the beginning of a bright career for Mason Melia in North London.