A new partner for Son Heung-min has emerged.
“Santiago Jimenez (22, Feyenoord), who has scored more goals than Elling Holland this season, is on Tottenham Hotspur’s list of potential signings,” the English outlet TeamTalk reported on June 6.
Jimenez has been one of the most sought-after strikers in Europe this season. He has quickly established himself as one of the league’s top strikers, proving his sharp penetration and excellent delivery.
The numbers back it up. Jimenez has scored 10 goals in seven league games this season. That’s more than Holland, who has eight goals in seven league games 스포츠토토.
Transfer market pundit Graham Bailey said on air: “Jimenez’s form this season has been exceptional. I think he’s been fantastic,” he said on air.
His explosive form has also put him on Tottenham’s radar. According to a report on TeamTalk, Spurs are ready to make a move for Jimenez in the January transfer window.
Graham Bailey said on air: “A lot of teams are looking at Jimenez. Some of them are big clubs. Tottenham and Arsenal in particular are very interested.”
Signing a striker is one of Spurs’ biggest challenges. Despite the fact that Son and Heung-min have performed admirably up front, there is a general consensus that reinforcements are needed.
They need to fill the void left by Harry Kane. “Tottenham’s scouts are still looking for a replacement for Kane,” says TeamTalk. That’s why the rumors of a new striker continue to surface.”
The competition for Jimenez is expected to be fierce. Not only Spurs, but also Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly ready to make a move for Jimenez.