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Tottenham are ‘finalising a deal’ for striker Dominic Solanke as Bournemouth agree to his club-record departure.

Solanke scored 19 Premier League goals last term to help Bournemouth to secure a 12th-placed finish in the top flight and has been heavily linked with a move away from the Cherries this summer with a number of top clubs interested.

David Ornstein of the The Athletic claims Spurs have beaten off competition to sign the 26-year-old, who has agreed personal terms and is desperate to secure a move to the north London club.

Solanke is under contract with Bournemouth until 2029 but has a £65m release clause in his contract which can be triggered by certain clubs.

It’s not clear whether Tottenham have triggered that release clause, though the report does confirm that his departure would represent a club-record sale for Bournemouth, surpassing the £45m Manchester City paid for Nathan Ale in the summer of 2020.

Spurs have been without a senior striker since Harry Kane left for Bayern Munich a year ago and manager Ange Postecoglou said their focus was on a No.9 who would suit his style of play.

“What’s important is the type of striker we get,” Postecoglou said during Tottenham’s pre-season tour of Japan. “You know we play a certain way. We demand certain things from a physical perspective from the technical aspects of it that it’s going be a striker that fits that mould.

“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.”

Solanke began his career at Chelsea before moving to Liverpool in 2017 on a free transfer.

Limited game time at Anfield saw him move to Bournemouth in January 2019 for £19m – a fee deemed to be quite high at the time.

But the Cherries now look set to recoup that fee and more, though Liverpool reportedly inserted a clause in that deal that would see the Reds land 20 per cent of a future sale, so they could receive as much as £9m if Spurs pay the full release clause.

Solanke would be Tottenham’s third signing of the summer so far after 18-year-old midfielders Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall joined from Leeds and Djugarden respectively, while Postecoglou’s side have also agreed a deal for South Korean winger Yang Min-hyuk, who will arrive in January.

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While on pre-season tour, Postecoglou explained how he decides in a first meeting with a potential signing whether a player is right for the club.

“Some of it is just maturity – it’s how the conversation goes. Really, I’m a big one on players who are really excited to join the club. You might think that that should be a given, but it’s not always the case,” said the 58-year-old.

“Sometimes, rightly so, players go, ‘Oh, I’ve got other options,’ and they do, the kind of players we’re looking at, they’ve got other options. It might be better financial conditions or a different competition, or a bigger club in their mind, whatever it is.

“If you’re having a conversation that’s going that way, it kind of tells me that I’ve got to really figure out why this person really wants to come to us. What’s the underlying reason? Where, if you get that sense – and I’ve had it with most of the guys we’ve signed – ‘Yeah, I just want to sign for Tottenham, buzzing, can’t wait to get started,’ that’s a good starting point for me, because you know you’ve got someone who, from the day he signs, is all in on the club for the right reasons, you know.

“They’ve come to Tottenham and that was their choice. It wasn’t because we gave them more money or it’s whatever other reason. Beyond that, it’s that intuitive thing of just trying everything to get an understanding of what the motivations are, what kind of person they are.

“It’s not an exact science and you get these things wrong, but usually, when I’ve walked away with a really good feeling about the conversation, it kind of gives me the confidence to say ‘Well, okay, we can push on’.”

Tottenham’s hunt for a new striker has receieved a massive boost thanks to interest from the Saudi Pro League in Spurs flop Richarlison.

A deal to take the Brazilian to the Saudi Pro League would not only free up a space in Ange Postecoglou’s squad but the interested party are willing to pay Tottenham’s exorbitant £60m asking price as well.

Should that deal go through it would enable Tottenham to finally make strides towards signing one of the top striking targets.

The Times reports that Tottenham are close to sealing the sale of Richarlison in order to fund their striker hunt with two very good options available to Ange Postecoglou.

Brentford are believed to be considering Manchester United’s £40m offer for Toney but Spurs will be eager to hijack that deal if they can given the view that Toney will fill their void at No 9.

Toney has one year left to run on his Brentford contract and might struggle to tie him to an extension with top clubs sniffing around.

Bees boss Thomas Frank was hopeful of having the Euro 2024 star in his squad for the coming season but recognised that the club might have to sell their star man given his contract situation.

“What I’m focusing on is that Ivan [Toney] is a Brentford player and I’m very happy that he’s here,” Frank told Sky Sports.

“If he’s here when we start the season, I would be over the moon. I’ve said before we’re a selling club but what I know is that Ivan is a player for us.”

Tottenham have made it clear that they are in the market for a new striker with no fresh recruits coming in to bolster their line apart from the extension of the loan of Timo Werner from RB Lepizig. Werner played 13 Premier League matches between his arrival in North London in January and the end of the season but managed just two goals.

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Postecoglou is eager for Tottenham to sign a striker with plenty of Premier League experience so he can slot straight into the side with Toney and Bournemouth’s Dominic Solanke fitting the bill.

Solanke carries a £65m release clause in his contract which might push Spurs towards Toney with the striker likely to cost them less given his contract situation.

According to reports, Tottenham Hotspur are ‘pushing’ for an ‘agreement’ with Premier League rivals AFC Bournemouth over signing Dominic Solanke.

Spurs have already pulled off two major coups this summer as they fended off competition from rivals to sign teenage pair Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall.

After deciding against signing a natural replacement for Harry Kane last summer, Tottenham were always likely to pursue a new striker this summer.

Ange Postecoglou’s side have been linked with Brentford’s Ivan Toney and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen this summer but Solanke has emerged as their preferred target.

The 26-year-old was one of the standout strikers in the Premier League last season as he scored 19 goals in his 38 appearances.

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Solanke has a £65m release clause in his contract and a report on Tuesday claimed Spurs are ‘adamant’ he’s ‘eager to seal a big-money switch’.

‘Tottenham are convinced that Solanke is keen to join before the August 30 deadline, according to GMS sources, but they will need to persuade Premier League rivals Bournemouth to accept a cut-price fee as they are unwilling to trigger the £65million release clause written into his contract.

‘Although GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham value Solanke in the region of £50million, Richarlison remaining on the capital club’s books heading into the final weeks of the transfer window is a significant problem as his departure would have raised a considerable amount of cash to reinvest in a replacement.

‘Tottenham believe their best chance of landing Solanke is if he becomes restless and attempts to put pressure on his current employers to cash in, GMS sources have been told, but there was confidence at the start of the summer that he would not be willing to agitate for a fresh challenge.’

A new report from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims Solanke has ‘given the green light to Spurs’.

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He said: “Understand Tottenham are pushing to get Dominic Solanke deal done, talks underway with Bournemouth.

“Solanke has given the green light to Spurs as negotiations are ongoing to find an agreement. Tottenham want Solanke, as exclusively revealed last week.”

As mentioned, Richarlison’s situation is a problem, but a report from Football Insider claims Spurs ‘expect’ to receive a ‘huge offer’ from Saudi Arabia for the Brazil international after a ‘massive twist’.

‘Saudi Pro League clubs are set to decide their budgets which will trigger movement across the market, and official offers are expected to be made to clubs later this month.

‘Richarlison has already been offered a “massive” pay hike to make the switch to the Middle East and is now weighing up his options.

‘As a result of the concerns surrounding his fitness and his inconsistent record in front of goal in recent years, Tottenham are now prepared to listen to offers for his services.

‘Interest from Saudi Pro League sides comes as they look to continue to progress and increase the exposure of their league through high-profile signings.’

According to reports, Tottenham Hotspur are ‘pushing’ for an ‘agreement’ with Premier League rivals AFC Bournemouth over signing Dominic Solanke.

Spurs have already pulled off two major coups this summer as they fended off competition from rivals to sign teenage pair Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall.

After deciding against signing a natural replacement for Harry Kane last summer, Tottenham were always likely to pursue a new striker this summer.

Ange Postecoglou’s side have been linked with Brentford’s Ivan Toney and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen this summer but Solanke has emerged as their preferred target.

The 26-year-old was one of the standout strikers in the Premier League last season as he scored 19 goals in his 38 appearances.

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Solanke has a £65m release clause in his contract and a report on Tuesday claimed Spurs are ‘adamant’ he’s ‘eager to seal a big-money switch’.

‘Tottenham are convinced that Solanke is keen to join before the August 30 deadline, according to GMS sources, but they will need to persuade Premier League rivals Bournemouth to accept a cut-price fee as they are unwilling to trigger the £65million release clause written into his contract.

‘Although GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham value Solanke in the region of £50million, Richarlison remaining on the capital club’s books heading into the final weeks of the transfer window is a significant problem as his departure would have raised a considerable amount of cash to reinvest in a replacement.

‘Tottenham believe their best chance of landing Solanke is if he becomes restless and attempts to put pressure on his current employers to cash in, GMS sources have been told, but there was confidence at the start of the summer that he would not be willing to agitate for a fresh challenge.’

A new report from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims Solanke has ‘given the green light to Spurs’.

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He said: “Understand Tottenham are pushing to get Dominic Solanke deal done, talks underway with Bournemouth.

“Solanke has given the green light to Spurs as negotiations are ongoing to find an agreement. Tottenham want Solanke, as exclusively revealed last week.”

As mentioned, Richarlison’s situation is a problem, but a report from Football Insider claims Spurs ‘expect’ to receive a ‘huge offer’ from Saudi Arabia for the Brazil international after a ‘massive twist’.

‘Saudi Pro League clubs are set to decide their budgets which will trigger movement across the market, and official offers are expected to be made to clubs later this month.

‘Richarlison has already been offered a “massive” pay hike to make the switch to the Middle East and is now weighing up his options.

‘As a result of the concerns surrounding his fitness and his inconsistent record in front of goal in recent years, Tottenham are now prepared to listen to offers for his services.

‘Interest from Saudi Pro League sides comes as they look to continue to progress and increase the exposure of their league through high-profile signings.’

It’s been five years and as many managers since Tottenham reached the Champions League final. Can you recall the side beaten by Liverpool in Madrid?

It wasn’t a vintage final at the Wanda Metropolitana – even if it’s always sunny in Madrid. Mo Salah scored a contentious penalty before Divock Origi wrapped up a 2-0 win for the Reds. Everything in between was almost entirely forgettable.

Can you dig deep for the side fielded by Mauricio Pochettino? A few hints to jog your memory: the penalty was given away by one of the central midfielders; and the centre-back pairing also teamed up for their country.

Go on then…

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Tottenham are reportedly ‘adamant’ that Dominic Solanke wants to join them this summer, and feel the best chance of snaring him is if he puts pressure on Bournemouth to sell.

Spurs saw a drop off in striker output during their first season without Harry Kane since he broke through into the first team. In his last campaign as a Tottenham player, the Englishman netted 32 times in all competitions.

Heung-min Son and Richarlison together failed to match that tally last season, despite being the only Spurs men to pass 10 goals in the campaign.

Ange Postecoglou has been hunting for a quality striker to join the ranks this summer, and TEAMtalk have recently reported that both Solanke and Ivan Toney are on the list.

GIVEMESPORT suggests Tottenham are ‘adamant’ that the former wants to join them.

But of the two, Solanke, who bagged 19 Premier League goals last season, is going to cost the most – Bournemouth want £65million – and Spurs are hopeful they can convince the Cherries to accept a cut-price fee, in the region of £50million.

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There could be another chance for Postecoglou’s side to get Solanke for lower than Bournemouth’s desired fee, though, knowing that he wants the move.

The report suggests that Tottenham believe the best chance of landing the striker is if he ‘attempts to put pressure’ on his club to sell him this summer.

Whether or not he will do is a question, though, as Bournemouth were confident at the start of the summer that he would not agitate for a move.

Given big-club interest has now been confirmed, there’s a chance that he looks for a way out, but given Solanke’s form for the Cherries, a side who gave him a chance after he failed at Liverpool, it is unlikely that he’d want to throw that back in their face.

According to reports, World Cup winner Cristian Romero could be ‘close to leaving’ Tottenham Hotspur this summer amid interest from Real Madrid.

The 26-year-old has emerged as one of the best defenders in the Premier League after joining Spurs during the 2021/22 campaign.

Last season, Tottenham enjoyed an improved campaign following the arrival of head coach Ange Postecoglou and Romero impressed, scoring five goals in his 33 Premier League appearances.

Romero was a key player in the Argentina team that won the World Cup in 2022 and his performances have caught the attention of Real Madrid, who are reportedly considering a move for the centre-back.

The La Liga champions were initially expected to sign Leny Yoro on a free transfer in 2025 until Man Utd beat them in the race to sign the 18-year-old earlier this summer.

Following this blow, Real Madrid presumably remains in the market for a new centre-back and they are reportedly considering signing Romero.

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According to a report in Spain, Tottenham ‘would sell’ Romero to Real Madrid, who are the ‘most determined’ club interested in the Argentina international.

It is boldly claimed that Romero ‘could be close to leaving’ amid interest from Real Madrid, who have been ‘surprised’ by the fee ‘requested’ by Tottenham.

‘Real Madrid has shown great interest in the defender and has already initiated contacts to learn about the conditions of his potential transfer.

‘With a contract valid until 2027, Tottenham has set an exit price that has surprised many: 150 million pounds, approximately 175 million euros at the current exchange rate.

‘Real Madrid seems to be the most determined to secure the services of the Argentine international. The high release clause imposed by Tottenham reflects the player’s importance in the club’s scheme and his long-term potential.

‘The amount requested by the English club is a clear indication of its desire to retain the defender unless an extremely tempting offer comes to the table.

‘For Real Madrid, acquiring Romero would be a significant addition to its defensive line, further strengthening a team that aims to stay at the top of European football. However, the high release price distances the Argentine from the Santiago Bernabéu.’

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The final sentence of the latter report is perhaps the most important and this is backed up by Argentinian journalist Gaston Edul. He said: “Real Madrid were willing to make an offer for Romero in this transfer market and contacted Tottenham: they responded that they will not sell or negotiate him. He has a contract until 2026.”

Regarding incoming, Tottenham are being linked with AFC Bournemouth’s Dominic Solanke, but talkSPORT are reporting that that a sale is required for this deal to go through.

‘Tottenham are waiting on a firm offer from Saudi Arabia for Richarlison to fund their move for a new number nine.

‘talkSPORT understands Saudi deal makers have indicated they are willing to meet Spurs’ £60million asking price for Richarlison with Al-Ahli a potential destination.

‘The Brazilian international is also believed to be open to making the lucrative switch to the Middle East.

‘Once Richarlison is sold, Tottenham will step up their efforts for a new front-man with Bournemouth’s Dominic Solanke and Brentford’s Ivan Toney both potential options.’

Arsenal are reportedly ‘accelerating negotiations’ as they look to beat Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the race to sign Baris Alper Yilmaz.

The Gunners are active in the transfer market as they have invested heavily to sign David Raya on permanently from Brentford before they bought Italy international Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna.

Mikel Arteta‘s side are expected to complete a couple more signings before the summer transfer window closes later this month.

A ‘fresh twist’ has threatened their deal with Real Sociedad for Spain international Mikel Merino, but they are reportedly stepping up their efforts to sing Yilmaz.

Arsenal are looking to add a winger to their squad as they want a suitable alternative to Bukayo Saka on the right flank and Yilmaz has emerged as a potential option.

The 24-year-old shone for Galatasaray last season, grabbing seven goals and 12 assists in his 55 appearances across all competitions.

The winger – who is under contract until 2027 – also made a positive impact at Euro 2024 as he played the full 90 minutes in each of Turkey’s five matches as they reached the quarter-final stage of the competition.

Yilmaz’s recent form for Galatasaray and Turkey has not gone unnoticed. He was linked with Liverpool earlier this summer as he was mentioned as a possible long-term replacement for Mo Salah.

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However, Arsenal appear to be winning the race to sign Yilmaz, with a report in Turkey claiming they are ‘accelerating negotiations’ as they look to finalise a deal. They claim Tottenham and Brighton are also interested in the talented attacker.

The report adds: ‘It has been learned that negotiations with Premier League giant Arsenal have accelerated recently and the transfer could be completed at any moment. It has been reported that the final details regarding the transfer agreement are being discussed.

‘Arsenal is expected to transfer Barış Alper Yılmaz, who are said to be paying 20 million Euros.’

Regarding Merino, according to reports in Spain, the centre-midfielder is ‘waiting’ for Arsenal, who are yet to make a final decision on his potential move to the Emirates.

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The report in Spain explains.

‘The word is that the Navarrese footballer is hoping Arsenal will make a move for him, even though Real is asking for around 30 million euros. Real already has a replacement in Luka Sucic, so Merino is eyeing a potential move to Arsenal, but he’s also keeping his options open, including staying at Anoeta for another year or seeing what Barcelona might offer if things don’t work out with Arsenal.

‘Merino has caught the eye of Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta. It seems likely that they’ll come to an agreement sooner or later. In England, they tend not to overlap deals, and with a new center back already signed, the focus could now shift to Merino.

‘Merino is also keeping an eye on Barcelona. With the Nico Williams deal falling through and Oriol Romeu leaving, there might be a chance for him to join the Blaugrana. It’s clear that both Hansi Flick and Deco are big fans of his.’

Tottenham are ready to move to the next phase of their pursuit of Dominic Solanke as Ange Postecoglou scrambles to bring in attacking quality.

Solanke has been identified as a top target for Spurs after a stellar campaign for Bournemouth which saw him net 21 goals but the Cherries know the value of the forward and will not let him go on the cheap.

Bournemouth have made it clear that they have no intention of accepting any bids that fall short of the £65m release clause inserted into Solanke’s contract.

Tottenham are believed to have made contact with the player and are now said to be preparing an offer for Solanke although reports do not suggest what kind of fee they will propose and whether Bournemouth are inclined to accept the offer.

Throughout last season and to start the pre-season ahead of the new campaign Spurs have been forced to deploy makeshift options in key positions, particularly in the central striking role where Son Heung-min and fellow winger Dejan Kulusevski filling in at No 9.

The North London team has lacked a clinical goal scorer since Harry Kane’s departure, and Solanke might fill that vacuum next season.

The youngster is expected to be eager to join the North London club, as it would be a significant step forward in his career.

He will want to compete at the top levels, and Tottenham will be able to give him with the opportunity.

Postecoglou’s charges will play in the UEFA Europa League, and they want further talent and depth in their squad as cover and in the best-case scenario to faciliatate a psuh for the top four and title contention.

Solanke’s goal-scoring ability and hold-up play might give them a new dimension in attack.

The former Liverpool hitman is now nearing the prime of his abilities and has settled into top-flight football far better than when he left Anfield.

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If the transfer is completed, he might have an immediate impact at Tottenham given the setup of the team and creative players he would have around him.

The London team will be looking to qualify for the Champions League while also mounting a concerted push for any silverware in a bid to appease long-suffering fans.

Meanwhile, Bournemouth will not want to let their prized asset go for a low price. It is reasonable to believe that Spurs will have to meet their demands in order for the transfer to go through even if a big fee will add pressure to Solanke and Tottenham over this move.

Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Tottenham are ‘exploring’ a move for Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke, alongside a potential winger addition.

Only two Spurs players reached 10 goals in all competitions last term. That only Heung-min Son and Richarlison managed the feat suggested the club missed Harry Kane in their first season without him since he began playing in 2013/14, after a few loans away from the club.

With creative players such as James Maddison and Brennan Johnson in the side, a top striker is likely to have some joy at Tottenham.

And as per Romano, they are looking at signing a top asset in Solanke, with the insider reporting they are ‘exploring’ a move for the Bournemouth man.

In last season’s Premier League, only Erling Haaland, Cole Palmer and Alexander Isak scored more than Solanke’s 19 goals.

Romano states that Tottenham are yet to lodge a formal bid, and the deal will be a difficult one due to the striker’s key role with the Cherries.

But Spurs are exploring options to bring in a new striker, and Solanke is firmly on the list.

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If they are to get him, Ivan Toney will be disappointed. Indeed, a recent report stated the Brentford man wants to join Tottenham, as he is ‘desperate’ to compete for European silverware, and remain in London.

He is said to have identified the north London outfit as the ideal location. But Spurs will only be able to sign one striker, and might have to sell Richarlison before getting anyone, so if Solanke is signed, Toney will not be.

Romano also reports that a new winger is a potential for Tottenham this summer.

It has been reported that they have recently intensified their efforts to get Wolves man Pedro Neto through the door, having dropped back from Eberechi Eze due to a failure to come to an agreement with Crystal Palace for his transfer.

The signings of Neto and Solanke – two experienced Premier League players who were directly involved in a combined 33 top-flight goals last season – would be great additions to the squad, and the signings already made by Tottenham this summer.

They have brought in three 18-year-olds, in Archie Gray, Min hyeok-Yang and and Lucas Bergvall, so adding some experienced players who can slot straight into the first team is the next port of call for Ange Postecoglou.