Josh Maja: Premier League Interest and the Potential Move to Tottenham Hotspur
West Bromwich Albion’s Josh Maja has been turning heads in the Championship with an impressive tally of 12 goals in 26 matches, making him one of the division’s top scorers. His form has caught the attention of Premier League giants Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, according to Fichajes. While Chelsea’s interest seems less likely given their search for a proven striker to lead the line, Tottenham could be a more realistic destination for Maja, especially with his playing style potentially fitting well within Ange Postecoglou’s system.
The Tottenham Link: A Potential Fit for “Ange-ball”
Maja’s link-up play and ability to drop deep into midfield mirror qualities that have made Tottenham’s main striker, Dominic Solanke, effective under Postecoglou. The physicality and ball retention skills that Maja possesses could make him an ideal backup to Solanke, offering Spurs a reliable second option in attack, particularly as they continue their push in three different cup competitions.
Callum Burgess, a Baggies fan pundit, believes that while the interest from Chelsea may be overstated, the Tottenham link holds more weight. Spurs would likely be looking for a player to provide depth in their forward line and Maja could fit that role, given his attributes as a strong ball-holder and capable finisher. Burgess also highlights Maja’s excellent link-up play as an asset, which could complement Tottenham’s build-up play-focused style.
West Brom’s Urgency to Tie Down Maja
Despite the Premier League interest, Burgess emphasizes how important Maja is to West Brom’s success this season. With 18 months left on his contract, the Baggies should be moving quickly to secure his future at the Hawthorns. His goals and ability to link play are key to their aspirations of securing a playoff spot. Keeping him at the club for the long term would be in the best interests of both the club and their incoming manager.
A Difficult Decision for Maja
While a move to Tottenham could present Maja with new opportunities, it’s uncertain whether he would be content playing second fiddle to Solanke after becoming a key figure at West Brom. However, the financial rewards and the chance to play in the Premier League might be too tempting to resist. For now, the question remains whether the forward will stay loyal to West Brom or make the leap to the top flight, with Spurs potentially offering the ideal environment to further his career.
