Randal Kolo Muani has finally given Tottenham supporters a glimpse of the player they hoped they were getting, and his impressive performance against Paris Saint-Germain has reopened the discussion about whether Spurs should push to sign him permanently once his loan ends.
After a quiet start to life in north London, the France international produced his best display yet in a Tottenham shirt, scoring twice and adding an assist in the dramatic 5–3 Champions League defeat in Paris.
It was the first time Spurs fans truly saw his sharp movement, his instinctive finishing and the confidence that made him such a sought-after forward.
His start at Tottenham was far from easy. He went nine matches without scoring, and while he did provide an assist during that period, it was clear that he was still adapting to a new league, a new country, and a new system under Thomas Frank.
Spurs knew he needed time, and Frank has shown patience as the forward slowly regained fitness and rhythm after a disrupted summer. Now, with that standout performance in France, there is renewed optimism that Kolo Muani can build on this momentum and become one of the focal points of the Tottenham attack.
The timing of his breakthrough also matters, as Tottenham’s current striking options have been affected by injuries. Dominic Solanke, signed for a big fee and expected to lead the line, has barely played this season due to fitness issues.
For Spurs to stay competitive, they need another central forward who can score regularly, and Kolo Muani now has the opportunity to stake his claim.
His pace, energy and direct running make him a very different option to Solanke and Richarlison, and the staff at Spurs have long believed that once he settled, he could become a reliable source of goals.
Tottenham secured him on loan on deadline day, a deal that was seen inside the club as a smart short-term move with the potential to grow into something more significant.
However, the loan agreement does not include an option to buy, which means that if Tottenham want to keep him permanently, they will have to negotiate directly with Paris Saint-Germain.
According to TEAMtalk insider Dean Jones, Spurs are open to making the signing permanent next summer, and internally, they already see him as a player who could fit into their long-term plans.
Jones explained that Tottenham were thrilled to land Kolo Muani in the first place because they admired his potential. They believed that once he returned to full sharpness, his impact would become clear.
His performance in Paris, scoring twice against his parent club, was exactly the kind of moment that Spurs had hoped for when they brought him in. Jones added that the club feels there is plenty more to come and that the forward is looking for a place where he feels valued and can develop into a consistent match-winner.
Tottenham, in turn, need a forward they can trust for goals over the long term, and the fit makes sense for both sides.
This loan spell has been beneficial for everyone involved. PSG get to see their player regain confidence, while Spurs get the chance to assess him closely without committing to a permanent fee too early. If he stays fit and maintains good form throughout the season, Tottenham would prefer not to enter the January market for another striker.
That would allow them to focus on signing a wide attacker instead, which has been part of their initial squad-building plan. With Solanke and Kolo Muani together, they feel the forward line could be well-balanced, providing they both stay available.
However, signing him permanently will be far from straightforward. The lack of a purchase option hands full control to PSG, who are in a strong bargaining position.
Kolo Muani’s contract runs until 2028, meaning the French champions have no urgency to sell and can demand a high fee if Tottenham want to keep him. If the forward performs well in the Premier League for the rest of the campaign, interest from other clubs could also grow.
Spurs may find themselves competing with other teams across Europe, all trying to take advantage if PSG are open to selling.
Despite the expected difficulty of negotiations, Tottenham’s belief in Kolo Muani’s ability is real. They see him as a forward who could thrive in the Premier League once fully settled, and they recognise that his skillset brings something different to the team.
The months ahead will be crucial. If this recent spark becomes consistent form, the pressure on Spurs to turn his loan into a permanent signing will only increase.
For the player, the club and the fans, this could be the beginning of a long-term relationship if Tottenham can convince PSG to let him stay.
