Arsenal ‘joined’ by Tottenham Hotspur in pursuit of Montpellier striker Elye Wahi
Tottenham Hotspur have ‘joined’ bitter rivals Arsenal in the race for the signature of Montpellier star Elye Wahi, according to Foot Mercato (h/t Express).
Spurs, along with their North London rivals, are keeping an eye on the 20-year-old. However, Antonio Conte’s team have stepped up their interest by sending a scout to watch the centre-forward in recent days.
The Ligue 1 side value Wahi at more than £26 million. He has been La Paillade’s talisman in the current campaign as they try to fight off relegation from France’s top flight. Therefore, a move in January seems unlikely as the player is keen to stay as well.
Arsenal have been monitoring the 20-year-old for some time now. The Gunners are flying high at the moment, sitting at the top of the Premier League table.
However, Mikel Arteta’s team have a shortage in the number nine position, with Gabriel Jesus unavailable. Although, Eddie Nketiah has stepped up to the plate and has done well in recent weeks.
Apart from Tottenham and Arsenal, other top clubs in England also have Wahi on their radar. Juventus, Manchester City and Liverpool are all interested in acquiring the 20-year-old’s services.
In the current campaign, the striker has found the back of the net seven times and has provided one assist in 18 Ligue 1 appearances for Montpellier. He became the second player in the last 40 years, apart from Kylian Mbappe, to score 20 league goals before his 20th birthday.
Spurs’ forward line is stacked with immense talent. Harry Kane, Son Heung-min, Dejan Kulusevksi, Richarlison and now Arnaut Danjuma are all at Conte’s disposal.
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However, we still have to plan for our future. Wahi is a talented player with huge potential. However, will we be able to pip the other teams pursuing the 20-year-old in the coming future? Only time will tell.
