Sources: Tottenham keeping ‘close tabs’ on £77m attacker who outperformed Son Heung-min last season
As Tottenham Hotspur prepare for life without their legendary captain Son Heung-min, the club has set its sights on Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani as a potential replacement.
According to TBR Football sources, Spurs maintain strong interest in the French international after failing to secure his signature during the January transfer window.
While Juventus currently lead the race for Kolo Muani’s permanent signature, negotiations with PSG have stalled, leaving the door ajar for Tottenham to swoop in.
The 26-year-old enjoyed an impressive loan spell in Turin last season, netting 10 goals in 22 appearances for Juventus.
Despite his preference remaining with the Italian giants, Tottenham’s recruitment team has positioned themselves as frontrunners should the deal collapse.
The North London club previously offered Kolo Muani the opportunity to become Son’s long-term successor, presenting him with a starring role in their attack. With Son having played his final match for the club last Sunday, the need for a high-caliber replacement has become urgent.
Kolo Muani isn’t the only name on Tottenham’s shortlist, however. The club has also registered interest in Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho and Real Madrid’s Rodrygo Goes as they look to fill the void left by their departing skipper.
Each option presents different qualities, with Tottenham’s scouting department carefully weighing up which profile best fits Thomas Frank’s tactical system.
Comparing the Contenders: Statistical Breakdown
| Metric | Son Heung-min | Randal Kolo Muani | Alejandro Garnacho | Rodrygo Goes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 46 | 36 | 58 | 54 |
| Goals | 11 | 12 | 11 | 14 |
| Assists | 12 | 4 | 10 | 11 |
| Key Passes/90 | 1.8 | 1.2 | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Dribbles/90 | 1.6 | 2.3 | 3.1 | 2.8 |
| Shot Accuracy | 42% | 48% | 44% | 51% |
The numbers reveal Rodrygo as the most complete attacking package, outperforming Son in both goals and assists last season while boasting superior creative and dribbling metrics.
Kolo Muani offers a more physical presence and better shot conversion, while Garnacho provides explosive dribbling ability reminiscent of a young Son.
Tottenham’s hierarchy has reportedly budgeted for a marquee signing to replace their South Korean icon, with director of football Johan Lange maintaining dialogue with intermediaries about all three targets.
The club remains cautious not to damage their positive relationship with Juventus in their pursuit of Kolo Muani, but will act decisively if the Italian club’s negotiations with PSG completely break down.
As the summer transfer window progresses, Tottenham fans will watch closely to see which direction the club moves in.
Whether it’s Kolo Muani’s proven goalscoring, Garnacho’s electrifying potential, or Rodrygo’s all-around excellence, Spurs appear determined to secure a worthy successor to maintain their upward trajectory under Thomas Frank.
The coming weeks promise to be pivotal in shaping the next chapter of Tottenham’s attacking identity.