Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly eyeing a move for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Younes Ebnoutalib, with Juventus also keen on the 23-year-old Germany international.
Spurs and Juventus Enquire About Ebnoutalib
Sky Deutschland claims both clubs have opened communication with the forward’s representatives as they seek a new centre-forward next year. However, Frankfurt are not planning to stand still. The Bundesliga side intend to open talks over a salary adjustment, with new sporting director Joti Chatzialexiou expected to lead negotiations.
Who Is Younes Ebnoutalib?
Born in Frankfurt, Ebnoutalib moved through several academies before emerging from AC Perugia’s youth system. He joined Frankfurt from SV Elversberg earlier this year and has settled quickly, registering nine goals and two assists in 15 appearances. Eight of those goals and both assists have come in ten games this term, earning him a senior Germany debut under Julian Nagelsmann’s successor, Jurgen Klopp.
Why Tottenham Need a Striker
Dominic Solanke’s recurring fitness problems have hampered his output since arriving from Bournemouth, leaving Omar Marmoush as the only fit specialist option for Roberto De Zerbi. Richarlison is not in the Italian’s plans and is expected to depart next year.
Ebnoutalib’s pace and ability to operate wide would suit De Zerbi’s preference for versatile attackers.
Our Take
Spurs have a clear need, but this will not be straightforward. Juventus can offer regular Champions League football, a significant selling point for a rising talent. Frankfurt, meanwhile, will fight to tie him down on improved terms. Tottenham may need to move early and offer a compelling project to win this race.