Former Tottenham defender Alan Hutton has had his say on Ange Postecoglou potentially bringing a £45 million star to Spurs in January. The north Londoners did very well to seal seven major signings over the 2023 summer transfer window; including deals for goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, young centre-back Ashley Phillips, defender Micky van de Ven, midfielder James Maddison, winger Manor Solomon, striker Alejo Veliz and forward Brennan Johnson. Postecoglou’s side didn’t quite fulfill all of their ambitions, though; failing to seal late moves for another defender after van de Ven and a classic number nine of Harry Kane’s ilk. Reports in leading up to deadline day claimed that Tottenham were eyeing a move for Gent striker Gift Orban, and Bournemouth defender Lloyd Kelly. Recent rumours also
Postecoglou’s electric, attacking brand of football has been on full display for all to see in that time – a far cry from Antonio Conte’s final season in charge. Players like Yves Bissouma, Pape Matar Sarr and James Maddison have dazzled as part of Tottenham’s new-look midfield, and it will be interesting to see if Spurs do decide to bring in more bodies when the window reopens. There are a few other players they missed out in the weeks leading up to September 1; a list including Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher. The Englishman was reported to be a target for Postecoglou around that time, especially given the uncertain future of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg who attracted late window interest. Gallagher was heavily linked with a move away from
In an interview with Football Insider, he stated as much in response to a question concerning the “fantastic” player’s possible move to north London.
Postecoglou’s electric, attacking brand of football has been on full display for all to see in that time – a far cry from Antonio Conte’s final season in charge. Players like Yves Bissouma, Pape Matar Sarr and James Maddison have dazzled as part of Tottenham’s new-look midfield, and it will be interesting to see if Spurs do decide to bring in more bodies when the window reopens.
