“BEST NEWS- Tottenham Hotspur still highly keen to sign £119,000-p/w “Messi-esque” winger this summer by submitting an improved offer
Following a season where Tottenham Hotspur heavily relied on Son Heung-min for their goal-scoring needs, the club is now actively seeking to bolster their attacking options by targeting a highly-rated forward this summer.
The arrival of Ange Postecoglou as head coach has breathed new life into Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, bringing a fresh perspective and a new style of play. However, to fully implement Postecoglou’s attacking philosophy, it’s crucial for the club to secure additional signings during the summer transfer window. The primary focus is on reinforcing the attacking lineup to reduce the dependence on key players like Son Heung-min and Richarlison. Last season, only these two players managed to score more than ten goals in the Premier League, with Son netting 17 and Richarlison 11.
To address this issue, Spurs have entered the transfer market with vigor. Reports indicate that Tottenham is leading the race to sign Icelandic forward Albert Gudmundsson from Genoa. The striker, long linked with a move to North London, is reportedly available for a fee around £30 million.
### Tottenham’s Pursuit of Wide Players and a Real Madrid Star
In addition to searching for a new striker, Tottenham is also exploring options for a wide player, aiming to bring in talent that can provide width and creativity. According to Sport Witness, Spurs have made an initial approach to sign Brahim Díaz from Real Madrid.
The 24-year-old winger is expected to face stiff competition for a place in Real Madrid’s attack with the anticipated arrivals of Kylian Mbappe and Endrick. Consequently, Díaz might find his opportunities limited under Carlo Ancelotti. Reports suggest that both Tottenham and Roma have submitted offers for Díaz, but Real Madrid has turned them down. However, a potential loan deal remains on the table, as Ancelotti is not keen on a permanent departure for the player this summer.
Díaz is under contract with Real Madrid until 2027 and earns a reported weekly wage of £119,000. Despite his long-term deal, the prospect of limited playing time might push him towards considering a temporary move. Díaz had an impressive season with Real Madrid, contributing 12 goals and 9 assists as the club triumphed in both domestic and continental competitions. His standout moment came in the Champions League when he scored a crucial goal against RB Leipzig in the round of sixteen.
Former footballer Owen Hargreaves praised Díaz’s performance, comparing his dribbling ability and low center of gravity to that of Lionel Messi. “It was Messi-esque. Because of the way he can dribble and his low centre of gravity, it was just breathtaking. One of the best goals you’ll see all season. The quality of this goal is really astonishing,” Hargreaves told TNT Sports.
Given Postecoglou’s penchant for attacking football, Díaz would be an excellent addition to the squad, even if only for a season. His ability to create and score goals aligns perfectly with the attacking ethos that Postecoglou aims to instill at Tottenham. The club’s proactive approach in the transfer market suggests a clear intent to build a more dynamic and less predictable attacking force for the upcoming season.
