Tottenham face transfer setback as Man City forward looks destined to stay put.
Tottenham are hoping to end the transfer window on a high as the club looks to strengthen its attack in the coming weeks. The Lilywhites have done well to back Roberto de Zerbi in the transfer market, bringing in players capable of making an instant impact at N17 this season. Much to the surprise of many fans, the North Londoners have also emerged as the Premier League’s biggest spenders this summer, breaking their own transfer record twice during that period.
Spurs have done well to address most of the glaring issues in the squad in recent weeks. They have brought in the likes of Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson, and Jan Paul van Hecke to shore up a leaky defence ahead of the new campaign. On the other hand, the Lilywhites have also revamped their midfield by signing Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali for substantial transfer fees.
The focus should now shift towards strengthening the attack before the new season gets underway. The North Londoners managed to score just 48 goals in the Premier League last season, highlighting significant issues in the final third. As a result, it is important that Spurs bring in a talented attacker capable of operating either as a lone striker or as an inverted left-winger under Roberto de Zerbi’s guidance.
Tottenham could lose out on Manchester City star Omar Marmoush
It comes as no surprise that Spurs are looking to sign a new attacker who can compete with Dominic Solanke for a place in the starting eleven. Recent reports suggest that Richarlison has been linked with a potential exit from N17 as he looks to test himself in a different environment. Therefore, it is important that the Lilywhites secure a suitable replacement if the Brazil international decides to move on in the coming weeks.
Recent reports have linked Spurs with Manchester City star Omar Marmoush. The talented attacker is keen to secure regular game time and does not want to remain Erling Haaland’s understudy. As a result, he is exploring a move to a club that can guarantee him a regular place in the starting eleven. Roberto de Zerbi reportedly “loves” the player and is eager to bring Marmoush to Spurs if the Egypt international becomes available on the market.
However, there has now been a fresh twist in the transfer saga involving Omar Marmoush. Reliable journalist Mike McGrath has dismissed any possibility of Spurs signing the prolific attacker this summer. Speaking on Last Word on Spurs YouTube channel, McGrath said,
“I’ve not heard any news on Marmoush to Spurs. He is really highly rated at City. I don’t know what Maresca thinks. But I would be very surprised if he leaves so quickly, so soon after arriving because he hasn’t been there for long.”
Spurs should begin exploring alternative targets if Manchester City are unwilling to sanction the sale of Omar Marmoush. It is important that the Lilywhites act quickly as the transfer window enters its business end. The club cannot afford to waste any more time, especially considering it has been more than four weeks since the North Londoners last signed a player. If a move for Marmoush is not possible, Spurs should shift their focus towards other targets who are ready to move to N17 and make an immediate impact under Roberto de Zerbi.