Tottenham in the race to sign £45,000-a-week star who’s now ready to leave Chelsea
Tottenham Hotspur are now in contention to sign a Chelsea star, who is looking increasingly likely to leave the west London club.
Roberto De Zerbi is looking to strengthen his squad, following a mixed start to the season, which leaves his side in 11th place, having taken 12 points from their opening ten Premier League matches.
On Saturday, De Zerbi’s side came up short in a 1-0 defeat against Leeds United at Elland Road, with Noah Okafor’s late goal proving to be the difference between the two sides, on a day when Spurs’ forwards once again failed to deliver.
Omar Marmoush was given the nod at centre-forward, but he flattered to deceive, which has been a common occurrence, with the Egyptian netting just one goal in all competitions this season.
Dominic Solanke hasn’t fared much better, getting on the scoresheet on just two occasions, and he received major criticism for his overall time at the club following the 1-1 draw against Manchester United back in October.
Premier League record goalscorer Alan Shearer said: “It’s nowhere near good enough, only once in double figures when you consider the money they paid for him.
“Just watch how awkward and how little confidence he has here, because of his desperation to get it onto the right foot here. Naturally, you move the ball out three yards on your left foot and hit it, if he had the belief.”
However, despite their attacking deficiencies, the Lilywhites are looking to bolster their options at the opposite end of the pitch, and they are in contention to sign a Chelsea star.
Tottenham now in the race to sign Malo Gusto
According to a report from TEAMtalk, Tottenham have now emerged as potential suitors for Malo Gusto, after making contact regarding a deal for the defender back in the summer, alongside Premier League rivals Liverpool.
Gusto ultimately ended up staying put at Stamford Bridge, but he is now ready to leave the Blues, having found it difficult to hold down a consistent place in the starting XI.
The right-back, who joined Chelsea from Lyon back in January 2023, is looking to seal a move elsewhere, and his current employers would be prepared to accept the right offer.
That is despite the 23-year-old putting in some impressive performances since arriving from Lyon, with former footballer Leon Legge lauding him for an “unbelievable” display in a 3-1 FA Cup victory against Aston Villa back in 2024.
The Frenchman has now chalked up 100 appearances in the Premier League too, during which time he’s displayed his ability on the front foot by chipping in with two goals and ten assists.
With it recently being revealed Liverpool have now made contact over a deal for Pedro Porro, it may be important for Spurs to sign a new right-back, and Gusto, who rakes in £45,000-a-week, has proven he could be a solid replacement for the Spaniard.
