The Tottenham Hotspur team pose for photos ahead of the pre-season friendly against Arsenal. (Photo by Yu Chun Christopher Wong/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)
Tottenham Hotspur remains interested in securing the services of Monaco striker Maghnes Akliouche.
The 23-year-old has been a key player for the French side and he scored 19 goals last season. Tottenham have been tracking him for some time and have now made contact with the French side to formally confirm their interest in the player, according to Fichajes.
Spurs consider Maghnes Akliouche transfer
They are hoping to sign the French winger, and it will be interesting to see if they can strike a deal with Monaco in January. They need more quality on the flanks, and the 23-year-old will add some much-needed unpredictability to the team.
Moving to the Premier League could be the ideal progression for Akliouche. He is a technically gifted striker with a bright future. He has the qualities necessary to succeed in England, and he could establish himself as a very useful player at Tottenham.
Spurs need Akliouche
The north London side looked bereft of ideas at times in the final third. The signing of the French striker could be a game changer for them. He is excellent when it comes to taking on players and beating them in one-on-one situations. He will add flair, agility and unpredictability to the team.
Furthermore, Akliouche is still only 23 years old. He has time to improve further and realize his world-class potential. Even if Tottenham have to pay a premium for him now, the deal could look like a bargain in the future.
It remains to be seen whether Monaco is ready to sanction his departure in the middle of the season. It would be a big blow for them. Akliouche is one of the first names on the team sheet and he has huge potential. No club will want to lose a player like him easily.
