Tottenham Hotspur Struggling for any kind of good form in recent weeks. Ange postcoglouAside currently screaming at 15 in the English Premier League tablewhich is significantly eight points away from the relegation zone. While this may seem like a big gap, its current form doesn't look like it will change anytime soon.
The Spurs have lost four of their last five on the fly, drawing the other game. They have now lost 12 times in the Premier League this term, and although the injury crisis is affecting their form, it is not good enough for the Lilywhites.
With that in mind, it is perhaps not surprising that the north Londoners are exploring some late moves in the transfer market, including one player who could provide an attacking boost.
Tottenham target new striker
The player in question here is Ajax and Netherlands international striker Brian Brobbey. The Dutchman has shown flashes of brilliance this term but despite the lack of consistency, is a target for other clubs.
According to a report by journalist Fabrizio RomanoThe Lilywhites have contacted Ajax to discuss a potential move for Brobbey. They made an “investigation to be informed” of his status in case the possibility of transferring arrived.
However, they are not the only Premier League team in London interested in a deal for the Dutchman. West Ham United are already in direct talks with Ajax' about a potential loan move with a commitment to buy the player. Tottenham are also considering a loan move.
Why Brobbey would be a good signing
It's been a bit of a hit-and-miss season for 22-year-old striker Brobby. He has struggled to find his best form in front of goal, having scored just three times, but has seven assists in all competitions. In 29 games.
However, the Netherlands international has shown, at times, how clinical he can be. His goal against Pec Zwolle is a good example of this, showing great instinct in the six-yard box to get on the end of a deflected cross and fire Ajax into the lead, from a game they went on to win 2-0.
Despite his poor form this term, Brobby Can was On fire in the 2023/24 campaign. He scored 22 goals and grabbed 12 passes in 43 matches in all competitions, including 18 goals and ten assists in the Eredivisie.
Last season in EREDIVISIE, Brobbe's basic numbers were no less. According to SophiscoreHe had a conversion rate of 21%, created ten big chances and won an average of 5.1 duels per game.
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Brobbey 2023/24 eredivisie key statistics |
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Stat |
number |
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Objectives |
18 |
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Goals for each game |
0.6 |
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Conversion rate |
21% |
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Helps |
8 |
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Great opportunities created |
10 |
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Key passes for every game |
1.5 |
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Won duels for each game |
5.1 |
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Statistics from Sofascore |
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If Spurs can complete a deal to sign Brobby, they could form an exciting partnership with the Swedish striker Deja Kulusevsky. Earlier in 2024/25, former Lilywhites midfielder turned Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp claimed Kulusevski “He has been Tottenham's best player this season“.
Indeed, the 24-year-old has been on fire in all competitions, with nine goals and eight assists. In 34 games In all competitions.
Perhaps the best contribution from Tottenham's No. 21 this period came in the Carabao Cup fourth round against Manchester City, as he assisted both goals in a 2-1 win.
If the Lilywhites can get Brobbey back to his form from last season, Kulusevski could have a field day. According to FBREFHe averages 2.74 key passes per game and has recorded more assists than any Spurs player, with eight.
This looks like it could be a match made in heaven. Not only is Brobbey a great all around striker on the tour at his best, he is a 'prolific' player As described by football talent scout Jacek Kulig. He could be the perfect person to get to the end of Kulusevski's chances.
In a loan deal, this looks to be a safe move for the Lillywhites, as Brobby could add goals to their squad and get the best of the best.
