Entering the 2025/26 season, Tottenham Hotspur will carry increased confidence and momentum as the reigning Europa League champions.
Manager Ange Postecoglou ended 17 years of fan suffering, giving a generation of supporters a memorable night with their 1-0 victory over Manchester United in Bilbao.
However, if he continues as manager, Postecoglou must address the team`s poor Premier League performance, which resulted in a 17th-place finish.
The club`s leadership may need to invest in new signings to improve league form, potentially offloading several players.
With the summer transfer window approaching, the club is already working behind the scenes, identifying potential targets.
Latest on Spurs` Summer Transfer Hunt
Recently, Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané has been linked with Spurs as he reportedly seeks a move away from the Bundesliga.
The 29-year-old scored 11 goals and provided five assists in the league during the 2024/25 season but could also be a target for North London rivals Arsenal.
However, Sané isn`t the only forward Spurs are looking at. According to talkSPORT, the club hierarchy has enquired about Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku.
talkSPORT reports that the Frenchman is expected to leave Chelsea this summer, having made only nine league starts under Enzo Maresca last season.
Despite limited starts, the 27-year-old scored 14 goals across all competitions. Chelsea are reportedly asking for around £50m for the former RB Leipzig player.
Could Nkunku Replace Son at Spurs?
Heung-min Son is undoubtedly a Spurs legend, having exceeded all expectations during his time at the club.
The South Korean captained the team to European glory, securing his place in club history and solidifying his status as a fan favourite.
The 32-year-old has scored 173 goals in 454 appearances for Spurs, ranking him fourth on the club`s all-time scoring list, behind Harry Kane, Jimmy Greaves, and Bobby Smith.
However, Son`s performance levels have dipped noticeably. He started only 24 out of 38 matches and scored just seven goals, his lowest tally since his debut season in 2015/16.
He might fall further down Ange`s pecking order next season, particularly if Nkunku arrives, as the Chelsea forward offers a different dimension to the attack.
Comparing Nkunku`s 2024/25 stats to Son`s shows that the Chelsea attacker matches or surpasses him in several key areas, suggesting he would be an excellent signing this window.
Nkunku, described as “phenomenal” by one analyst, boasts a higher shot-on-target accuracy and a better minutes-per-goal ratio, highlighting his clinical finishing.
| Nkunku vs Son in Premier League (2024/25) Stats | ||
|---|---|---|
| Statistic (per 90) | Nkunku | Son |
| Games played | 27 | 30 |
| Goals scored | 3 | 7 |
| Minutes per goal | 307 | 351 |
| Shot on target accuracy | 44% | 36% |
| Pass accuracy | 90% | 78% |
| Passes into final third | 2.6 | 1.7 |
| Take-on success | 37% | 34% |
| Aerials won | 42% | 33% |
| Source: FBref | ||
He also completed more take-ons and had a higher aerial success rate, presenting Ange with a versatile option across the front line.
Furthermore, the Frenchman completed more passes and made more passes into the final third, indicating his ability to help teammates in attacking phases.
£50m might seem a high price for a player who hasn`t yet made a significant impact in England, as reflected by his limited starts at Stamford Bridge.
However, Chelsea`s loss could be Spurs` gain. His potential arrival could gradually see Son`s role reduced, easing the transition for the South Korean`s eventual departure.
