Tottenham Hotspur’s January business may be far from finished, and there is a growing feeling around the club that the next move could be the most eye-catching of all.
After securing the signing of Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid, Spurs are now being linked with a potential striker deal that would not only surpass that transfer in scale but also send a strong message about the club’s ambition under Thomas Frank.
Gallagher’s arrival for around £34.6 million has already lifted the mood in north London. The England midfielder is expected to make an immediate impact in a squad that has been badly affected by injuries.
Rodrigo Bentancur is facing a long spell on the sidelines after hamstring surgery, while Lucas Bergvall is also unavailable with a less serious issue. Gallagher brings energy, experience, and leadership at a time when Spurs desperately need stability in midfield, and his signing has been widely seen as a smart and necessary move.
Even with that deal wrapped up, Tottenham are still actively looking to strengthen in several areas. A left winger remains a priority, as does a left-sided centre-back, while highly rated Brazilian youngster Souza is expected to add competition at left-back once his move from Santos is completed.
These additions are part of a wider plan to build a more balanced and competitive squad, but one problem continues to stand out above the rest.
The striker position has been a constant source of frustration this season. Thomas Frank has rotated between Richarlison and Randal Kolo Muani in search of a consistent threat through the middle, but neither option has fully solved the issue.
Richarlison has chipped in with seven goals in 21 appearances, which is a respectable return, yet he has struggled with injuries and form at key moments. Kolo Muani, on loan from Paris Saint-Germain, has yet to score a Premier League goal for Spurs, and there is a growing belief that his style does not quite suit the pace and physical demands of English football.
This has led Tottenham to explore other options, and one name that keeps coming up is Porto striker Samu Aghehowa. The 21-year-old has been one of the standout forwards in European football this season and looks tailor-made for the Premier League. Strong, direct, and clinical in front of goal, Aghehowa has everything Spurs have been missing in their frontline.
According to well-respected sources close to the club, Tottenham are among several major European sides closely monitoring his situation. Aghehowa has been in outstanding form for Porto, scoring 19 goals across all competitions this season and continuing a remarkable record that has seen him net 46 times in just 70 appearances for the Portuguese giants. Those numbers alone explain why interest is growing fast.
Inside Tottenham, the striker is believed to be very highly rated by the recruitment team, with him sitting near the top of their shortlist. With key decision-makers still in place for the remainder of the window, Spurs are weighing up whether a bold move is possible.
The challenge, however, is obvious. Aghehowa’s release clause reportedly stands at around €100 million, a figure that would smash Tottenham’s transfer record and represent a huge financial commitment.
For a long time, Spurs have been criticised for falling behind their rivals when it comes to spending big on elite talent and offering wages that truly compete at the top level.
There is now a sense that the club’s ownership understands this gap and is prepared to back a statement signing to help close it. Landing a player like Aghehowa would do exactly that, even if convincing Porto to sell mid-season would be extremely difficult.
While talks of a record-breaking striker grab gather pace, Tottenham are also hoping for internal solutions to ease the pressure in the short term. Dominic Solanke’s return from injury is a major boost.
The England forward recently made his comeback after nearly five months out with a serious ankle problem that required surgery. Although he is unlikely to start immediately, simply having him available again gives Frank another option and lifts the overall mood around the squad.
The upcoming league fixtures now carry extra importance. With pressure mounting on Frank to deliver results, every game feels like a turning point.
A fit Solanke, combined with the arrival of Gallagher and the possibility of further signings, could provide the spark Spurs need to climb the table and restore belief among supporters.
Whether Tottenham can pull off a sensational move for Aghehowa before the window closes remains to be seen. What is clear, though, is that the club are thinking big.
After years of careful spending and near misses, there is a growing sense that Spurs are ready to take a bold step forward. If they do manage to secure one of Europe’s most exciting young strikers, it would mark a defining moment in their season and potentially reshape their future.
