Tottenham ‘front of the queue’ to sign £26m star as Frank looks to replace key star
Tottenham Hotspur have positioned themselves as frontrunners to secure Randal Kolo Muani’s signature should his proposed permanent move to Juventus collapse, according to transfer expert Graeme Bailey.
The Paris Saint-Germain forward finds himself at a career crossroads after an inconsistent spell in the French capital, with Spurs ready to offer the 26-year-old French international a starring role in their post-Son Heung-min era.
Kolo Muani’s journey from free transfer to €95 million asset remains one of European football’s most remarkable transformations.
After leaving Nantes on a free in 2022, his explosive Bundesliga campaign with Eintracht Frankfurt – featuring 23 goals and 17 assists across all competitions – convinced PSG to make him their record signing.
Yet the Parisian native struggled to replicate that form at Parc des Princes, prompting last January’s productive loan stint at Juventus where he registered 13 goal contributions in just 20 appearances.
Juventus remain desperate to retain the versatile forward, but stalled negotiations with PSG have alerted Tottenham’s recruitment team.
The North London club maintain a respectful distance from direct negotiations out of deference to their strong relationship with the Italian giants, yet stand ready to activate their interest should talks between the clubs completely break down.
This measured approach reflects Tottenham’s growing sophistication in the transfer market under Johan Lange’s leadership.
For manager Thomas Frank, Kolo Muani represents an ideal tactical fit. His ability to lead the line or operate across the frontline would provide crucial flexibility in Tottenham’s attacking rotations.
The Frenchman’s physicality and technical combination play offer a different dimension to Spurs’ existing options, while his peak-age profile (26) aligns perfectly with the club’s strategy of signing established performers with resale potential.
Financially, the deal makes increasing sense for all parties. PSG seek to recoup a portion of their substantial investment, with Transfermarkt’s £26 million valuation providing a realistic baseline.
Tottenham’s need for attacking reinforcements has intensified following Son Heung-min’s emotional departure to LAFC after a decade of service, leaving a creative void that Kolo Muani’s skill set could help fill.
The coming weeks will prove decisive as Juventus attempt to break the deadlock in negotiations. Should they fail, Tottenham’s patient approach may yet deliver one of the summer’s more intriguing attacking signings – a player whose Bundesliga exploits demonstrated world-class potential, now seeking the right environment to rediscover his finest form.
For Spurs, it represents an opportunity to add proven quality without engaging in the market’s most inflated striker battles, while for Kolo Muani, the chance to become the focal point of an ambitious Premier League project could reignite a stalling career.