Tottenham fans here in the Tavern were pleased with the business they completed this window, as one player secured a move to North London.
Mauricio Pochettino enjoyed early season form that the Spurs fans had never experienced during their time in the Premier League, as the Lilywhites looked on course for being Manchester City’s closest rivals for the title. However, these remarks were swiftly retracted as Tottenham struggled to come to grips with a tiring and relentless Premier League season. Now, sitting just outside of a Champions League place that Pochettino has set his sights on achieving, it’s going to be an uphill task from here on in to bypass Chelsea in fourth position.
Although, in a season that’s linked star players Harry Kane and Dele Alli with moves to some of Europe’s giants, and having managed to keep hold of the deadly duo it could prove vital in their pledge for a European spot come the end of the season. Indeed, they received an even bigger boost after adding exciting talent Lucas Moura to their ranks on deadline day in a £23 million deal, a player who’ll fit perfectly into the Pochettino mould as the injection of pace they’ve been missing so far.
Although the transfer window only closed a few days ago, the Argentine has now turned his attention to the summer months as he looks to already be planning a swoop for highly-rated Ajax star David Neres. A Brazilian sensation that’s taken the Eredivise by storm this season, having hit eight goals and nine assists in just 18 appearances thus far.
Nevertheless, here’s a look at TWO players who could follow David Neres to Wembley Stadium in the summer…
Malcom
The 20-year-old Brazilian has established himself as the next big thing out of the Ligue 1, rivalling former AS Monaco youngster Anthony Martial as the most promising player to ever set foot in France. And, his performances this season have made him out to be one of the most sought after players in world football, having managed to net eight goals and manufacture six assists during his time at current club Bordeaux.
Subsequently, Tottenham have submitted an interest in the attacker for sometime now after leading the chase for the Brazilian during the January window. But, with the window now firmly slammed shut until the summer months, Tottenham will look to reignite their interest when it reopens in May.
Amadou Diawara
The 20-year-old Napoli starlet is regarded as one of the brightest prospects in the whole of European football, having made seven starts for the Serie A league leaders so far this season. With his first goal for the club coming from the penalty spot against Manchester City, in a match that saw him face up against the world-class Kevin De Bruyne.
Indeed, Mauricio Pochettino is an admirer of the youngster having seen his performances so far for the Italian side, and a possible swoop for the defensive-midfielder in the summer would be likely as he looks to eye up a long-term replacement for Moussa Dembele. Especially after already submitting their interest in the Napoli midfielder during the January transfer window, after being linked with a £33 million move for the 20-year-old.
