Tottenham targets five midfielders after Eze miss

Tottenham face a tight window to sign a quality number 10 after missing out on Eberechi Eze.

Tottenham targets five attacking midfielders after Eze miss

Tottenham Hotspur have seen a deal for Eberechi Eze stall, with Arsenal moving to sign the Crystal Palace midfielder. With the transfer window closing soon, Spurs are weighing five attacking midfield options to fill the gap in the squad. Morgan Rogers remains linked, though Aston Villa's reported asking price around £100 million makes that route unlikely. Bilal El Khannouss from Leicester City is pitched as a cheaper long term bet, while Maghnes Akliouche from Monaco and Harvey Elliott from Liverpool offer homegrown potential and immediate Premier League experience. Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig is presented as the standout option in terms of quality and age, though Chelsea’s interest and competition from other clubs complicate any pursuit.

Tottenham may try to hijack Simons' move, but convincing a young star to join Spurs over Chelsea will require a compelling package and playing time. The club has also been linked with Elliott to address the homegrown rule, and a bid for Akliouche could strike a balance between cost and upside. The window is tight, and Tottenham’s ability to move quickly will test their recruitment structure. The club has a history of near misses when negotiating with big targets, and this summer looks similar.

Tottenham's approach shows a clear preference for young, homegrown talent. That aligns with the club's broader strategy but it raises questions about the ceiling of signings if big names are repeatedly set aside for cheaper bets. If the plan hinges on potential rather than proven fit, the risk of a long rebuild grows. The pressure to deliver a breakthrough could push the club into rapid, imperfect choices.

This window tests Spurs' ability to balance budget with ambition. The challenge is real: how to attract a top talent while keeping faith with fans and investors who want results rather than promises. A disciplined, transparent plan could turn pressure into progress, but haste risks another miss.

Highlights

The next move could shape Spurs for the season ahead