Tottenham Hotspur have now made their transfer decision on Ademola Lookman, following their failed pursuit to land him on deadline day.
Thomas Frank’s first summer in charge was a busy one, with Tottenham Hotspur spending well over £160 million on new signings and significantly reshaping the squad.
There was a sense that the club could have done even more business had they pushed a little harder on deadline day, with reports suggesting that several deals were close yet ultimately failed to materialise. In the end, Randal Kolo Muani was the only addition made on 1 September.
Tottenham were also strongly linked with Ademola Lookman, who had impressed in Serie A with Atalanta, but no agreement was reached as the Italian side was pushing for a permanent sale rather than a temporary loan move.
Tottenham decide against January move for Ademola Lookman
According to a report from GIVEMESPORT, Tottenham have now made their stance clear on Lookman’s future, and it will not please those who were keen to see him brought in during the January window.
The outlet claims that Spurs have decided not to pursue their interest in the Nigerian international, despite holding serious admiration for him after his 20-goal season in Italy. While the club were keen in the summer, they have no plans to revive the deal midway through the campaign.
It is further suggested that Tottenham would only reconsider their position if results and performances between now and January change the mood within the boardroom, leaving the door slightly open but only under particular circumstances.
Bayern Munich interest and Tottenham’s other targets
Lookman was courted by several clubs in the summer, with Bayern Munich also keeping an eye on him, although they too were unable to strike a deal with Atalanta.
The forward remains a sought-after player in Europe, and while Tottenham have cooled its pursuit for now, that does not mean the story is over completely, given his proven quality in front of goal.
In terms of alternatives, Tottenham continue to track Savinho, with reports suggesting Thomas Frank’s side could return for the Manchester City winger when the January window opens, showing that wide options remain firmly on the agenda.