Reports indicate that Tottenham Hotspur are preparing to break their club record by signing a player described as `unbelievable`. Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze has been identified by manager Thomas Frank as a key transfer target.
Spurs Target New Attacker Amid Son Uncertainty
Heung-min Son recently captained Tottenham to their first major trophy in 17 years, winning the Europa League final. However, speculation has arisen regarding his future at the club. Journalist Matt Law reported that Son`s actions after the season`s final match gave staff and teammates the impression that he might be leaving Spurs, suggesting his goodbyes felt final.
Consequently, finding a replacement for Son is expected to be a priority for new Spurs manager Thomas Frank this summer. He has reportedly pinpointed a Premier League attacker as his primary target.
According to a report from TEAMtalk, Tottenham is preparing to make Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze their new club-record signing. The proposed transfer fee is £68m for the player, whom Frank sees as capable of excelling in wide positions.
Importantly, Eze is reportedly open to joining Spurs, despite other reports linking him with rivals like Arsenal. Tottenham is willing to offer an initial £45m payment to secure the deal.
Crystal Palace is said to be amenable to receiving the remaining £23m in installments, bringing the total value to £68m. This fee would make the England international Tottenham`s most expensive signing ever, surpassing the £65m paid for Dominic Solanke from AFC Bournemouth.
Eze Seen as Potential `Unbelievable` Replacement for Son
With Son having finally lifted a major trophy with Spurs (the Europa League), the timing might be suitable for his potential departure, and Eze`s performance level for Crystal Palace suggests he could be an excellent successor.
Notably, Eze was instrumental in Crystal Palace securing their first-ever major trophy, scoring in the FA Cup final against Manchester City last month.
Furthermore, the player lauded as `unbelievable` is recognized as a superb dribbler, and his statistics over the past year show him ranking highly for assists per 90 minutes among attacking midfielders and wingers.
| Statistic | Average per 90 |
| Assists | 0.28 (80th percentile) |
| Shot-creating actions | 4.69 (82nd percentile) |
| Successful take-ons | 2.33 (86th percentile) |
Therefore, it`s evident why Tottenham is prepared to make Eze their record signing. The news that he is reportedly eager for a move to North London is certainly encouraging.
