The Sky Sports pundit was delighted with reports that Tottenham could land “the right signing” in addition to their pursuit of Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke.
Tottenham are targeting a new striker and say before the deadline
Last week, reliable transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano shared the news that Spurs are in the market for a new striker and potentially a new winger, depending on the opportunities that come up in the coming weeks.
Romano also revealed that Tottenham are looking at signing Solanke from Bournemouth as options to replace Harry Kane and possibly Richarlison, with the Brazil international up for sale amid interest from Saudi Arabia.
Spurs are apparently determined to sell Richarlison this summer as manager Ange Postecoglou continues to overhaul the squad, according to GiveMeSport, who also claim Ivan Toney is another eye-catching option for the squad to recruit.
Rumors of a move for Solanke, however, are intensifying after the Englishman scored 21 goals in 42 games in all competitions last season.
TEAMtalk reported last week that Solanke wants to join Tottenham this summer and the Lilywhites have held talks with his representatives. The outlet also stated that Tottenham believe they can sign the former Liverpool wonderkid for £5m less than his £65m release clause, which would still be an expensive operation.
Chairman Daniel Levy, technical director Johan Lange and the wider recruitment team may have to consider their smartest possible options if they decide to move Solanke, and one name that has been repeatedly linked is Juventus star Federico Chiesa.
The Italian, who has entered the final 12 months of his contract, could be available for as little as £21.5m-£25.8m (TMW). Chiesa was offered to Tottenham by their agents who held talks with several Premier League clubs.
Indeed, Spurs have apparently held talks with their camp over a potential move, according to reports in Italy, which also suggest Tottenham are favorites to sign Chiesa this summer as well.
Paul Robinson was overjoyed when he signed Chiesa in a “statement” for the eyes of Spurs
Speaking to Tottenham News, Sky pundit and former Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson says Chiesa would be a “real signing” for Spurs – and is urging Levy and co to sign the 26-year-old.
“If Daniel Levy can bring a player like that into the team, it would be amazing. It would be a real statement signing. Chiesa is still only 26. Look what he did for Italy at the European Championships,” said Robinson.
“He’s not a prolific scorer, but with his creativity in the final third, if you have the opportunity to sign a player like that from Juventus for £25m, you go out and try to get him.
“He is a top striker and would be an incredible signing for Tottenham. I also think he would welcome the challenge of the Premier League at this stage of his career as it would take him to another level.”