“Crucial hours”: Spurs close in on signing £42M “machine” who Maddison will love – opinion

Tottenham Hotspur experienced a Premier League season marked by stark contrasts last year.

Under Ange Postecoglou’s management, Spurs started brilliantly, remaining unbeaten in their first ten league matches.

However, by the end of the season, they had slipped to fifth place. While securing Europa League qualification is commendable, the finish was disappointing given their promising start.

This decline in form was epitomized by the performance of James Maddison, whose impressive first half of the campaign was overshadowed by a less stellar second half.

To address their offensive challenges, Tottenham is reportedly closing in on a deal for Feyenoord forward Santiago Gimenez.

According to a report from TUDNRadio, the Mexican international is “very close” to joining Spurs. Despite interest from Atlético Madrid, crucial hours lie ahead as the player decides his future.

The report does not specify the exact price Tottenham would need to pay, but previous reports from Italy suggest that offers around €50 million (approximately £42 million) might persuade Feyenoord to sell.

While not a cheap deal, the prospect of Gimenez playing alongside Maddison is an exciting one for Spurs fans.

Only two Tottenham players, Son Heung-min and Richarlison, managed to score double figures across all competitions last season.

Richarlison’s 12-goal tally highlights a significant problem in Spurs’ attack—a problem Gimenez could potentially solve.

The 23-year-old had an exceptional season with Feyenoord, scoring 26 goals and providing eight assists in 41 games. This equates to a goal involvement every 1.20 games, an impressive rate of return.

Gimenez’s ability to finish chances could significantly boost James Maddison’s assist numbers.

Maddison ranks in the top 1% of attackin According to FBref,  g midfielders and wingers for shot-creating actions and progressive passes, and in the top 7% for assists per 90 minutes, across Europe’s top five leagues over the last 365 days.ŕ

Despite his drop in form after returning from injury, Maddison’s underlying numbers indicate he is still a prolific chance creator.

Gimenez’s goal haul last season surpasses those of Dejan Kulusevski, Richarlison, and Brennan Johnson. His eight assists would make him the third-best provider in Tottenham’s current squad.

His clinical finishing, dubbed as the work of a “Mexican machine” by talent scout Jacek Kulig, would likely transform the team’s offensive capabilities.

Adding a player as proficient as Gimenez could revitalize Maddison’s performance and overall team dynamics. Given his form last season and Maddison’s playmaking prowess, Gimenez’s addition could be a game-changer for Tottenham.

This potential transfer promises to be a worthy investment, offering Spurs a much-needed boost in their attacking lineup.

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Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of Santiago Gimenez seems to be nearing a successful conclusion.

With the player reportedly close to agreeing to personal terms and negotiations on the transfer fee progressing, Spurs fans can look forward to a potentially transformative signing.

Gimenez’s arrival would address key offensive weaknesses and provide James Maddison with a capable teammate to elevate both their performances.

As the new season approaches, Tottenham’s strategic moves in the transfer market highlight their ambition to compete at the highest levels.

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