Tottenham are expected to complete at least one attacking signing in the final weeks of the summer transfer window. A plethora of names have already been linked with technical director Johan Lange undoubtedly working hard behind the scenes to ensure Ange Postecoglou has the best possible squad available to him.

Timo Werner and Archie Gray have already arrived with Lucas Bergvall also officially joining the club on July 1. As football.london reported earlier this year Lille’s Jonathan David is one striker that is high on Spurs’ striker shortlist with a potentially bargain deal able to be sanctioned as he is out of contract in 2025.

Dominic Solanke of Bournemouth is another name that features on that list and thus has been mooted by Spurs, fresh off scoring 19 Premier League goals in the 2023/24 campaign. And now transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Tottenham are exploring a move for Solanke, though he states it will not be an easy deal to pull off.

With three years remaining on his current contract, the Cherries are unlikely to accept an exit on the cheap despite the recent arrival of Enes Unal. However, Spurs likely have funds available and Solanke’s homegrown status gives the club a further incentive to try and sign him.

Here, our writers discuss whether or not Tottenham should pursue a move for the 26-year-old.

Kieran Horn

Solanke is not quite the marquee transfer that numerous Tottenham fans were expecting, though I do think many are overlooking his abilities. 29 goals from 134 Premier League appearances is not a great look, however some context is needed for that stat.

Having spent time at Chelsea and Liverpool, many of those games have been as cameo displays but Solanke is now arguably at the prime of his career with Jurgen Klopp recognising that recently when he praised Solanke earlier this year. Having kept a close eye on Solanke, mostly because he was in my FPL team, I have to say I was always impressed by his hold-up play and instinctive finishing.

Solanke’s explosive 2023/24 campaign also shows how important the manager can be in helping a player thrive with Andoni Iraola showcasing exactly that. Postecoglou could certainly have a similar impact on him with it abundantly clear he needs a reliable frontman as Richarlison continues to be plagued by injuries. Solanke meanwhile, featured in every league game for Bournemouth last term.

If Spurs can reach an agreement in the region of £50million, I think it has the potential to be an excellent piece of business. I also trust Postecoglou wholeheartedly so if that’s who he wants then I am absolutely on board, however I would still like to see either an attacking midfielder or winger arrive alongside Solanke.

Tom Coley

Solanke would be a really good player for Tottenham to sign but his £60million release clause is steep. For someone with 19 Premier League goals to his name last season it may seem par for the course at this stage but when his history is taken into consideration it’s still a risk.

The underlying numbers for Solanke are strong. He didn’t massively outperform his xG and is often where he should be on this metric, he is broadly comparable to other top players with his shots per goal, and he scores in a variety of ways.

Some players, especially strikers, do just mature later, and Solanke is showing signs of being someone more comfortable with his position in the game now. This would appeal to Postecoglou and give him a new element to build around up front.

It’s just a lot of money for a player who has previously not hit double figures in the top flight. Is this a flash in the pan for Solanke or evidence that his price tag could prove to be a steal? It’s hard to really know just yet but Spurs would be justified in taking the gamble.

Isaac Johnson

Solanke is in his career prime aged 26 and is a traditional striker in an era where such assets are hard to find. It’s no surprise Harry Redknapp approved the prospect of his transfer to Spurs when I spoke to him in June.

But it’s easy to forget that last season’s 19-goal haul last season was the first time he’s hit double figures in the Premier League. That’s not to undercut his achievement, but rather to point out that any approach carries the risk of being underwhelmed.

It’s why paying out such a large sum for the striker is a gamble. Shelling out anything above £50m needs to guarantee you some level of success or confidence can spiral. Solanke showed esteemed Premier League quality last season but a main driver behind that was his regular game time, which might not be as readily available at Spurs.

Next season, wherever he is, will be a litmus test of whether last season was a purple patch or a prolonged uptick in output. It’s up to Tottenham to choose whether Solanke is a risk worth taking for his price tag.

Lee Wilmot

I’m torn with this one. There is no doubt that Solanke is a good striker, but is he a great striker?

He scored a goal ever other game in the Premier League last season, which is an impressive return, but that was his first really prolific run in the top flight. the season before he bagged more assists than goals – seven to six – so we’re going off one prolific campagin.

In the top flight at least, he was prolific in the Championship before that. He has a £65million release clause that can be activated by a number of undisclosed clubs. that’s a lot of money for one season in the top flight.

The likes of Jonathan David, potentially available for as little as £20million, and Viktor Gyokeres have been a bit more prolific over a longer period of time, albeit without Premier League experience.

Solanke would be a good buy, for around £40million, but I’m not sure I’d spend £65million on signing him over other options.

Rob Guest

It comes as no surprise to see Dominic Solanke mentioned in regards to a big-money move to Tottenham after an incredible year in front of goal for Bournemouth. Nineteen goals in 38 Premier League games was an impressive return for the 26-year-old and he could quite easily surpass that tally if he becomes part of Ange Postecoglou’s exciting Spurs side.

After all, the Lilywhites need a penalty-box striker due to the amount of inviting crosses they put across the face of goal, with Solanke demonstrating just how clinical he can be in and around the box last season. Only a couple of his strikes came from outside the area and he also contributed with some powerful headers.

Solanke undoubtedly benefitted from Andoni Iraola’s appointment as Bournemouth boss and the opportunity to play under Postecoglou and with better quality players at Tottenham could take him to new levels altogether. He would also suit Tottenham down to the ground as he is powerful, good in the air and also a tidy finisher, with the striker virtually always available after only missing a handful of games over the past five seasons.

However, it’s how much Spurs would have to pay Bournemouth for him that is the main talking point amid talk of a £65million release clause. I personally believe that is too much money for Solanke, especially as last season was the first time he hit double figures in a Premier League campaign, but he could be a shrewd purchase if bought for a more reasonable fee.