It is possible that Tottenham could sign an “excellent” player to replace Forster next January

Tottenham Hotspur They are now fighting them Premier League They are competing to sign an “excellent” new goalkeeper, according to a report.

Tottenham needs a goalkeeper

Since Guglielmo Vicario has been ruled out for the foreseeable future with a broken ankle, there have been question marks over Fraser Forster, especially in light of his recent performance against Wolverhampton Wanderers. English received Harsh criticism For his performance that played a part in Spurs' winless run that extended to three games.

When Vicario was first injured, Angie Postecoglou He made it clear that signing a new goalkeeper in the January transfer window would not be an option. Saying: “We will not sign a new goalkeeper in January. We trust Fraser Forster.”

However, Forster's recent form may have caused Postecoglou to change his position, and Tottenham are now being linked with moves for a number of goalkeepers. Burnley James Trafford has been considered As a potential option, though it could be an expensive process, with the Championship side set to demand a fee of around £30m for his services.

As such, the Lilywhites have now started looking at other options, a report from The Sun has revealed Sunderland's Anthony Patterson is now an option. Tottenham are now battling Premier League rivals Wolves for Patterson, so there is set to be competition for his signature, but Forster's poor form could force Postecoglou's hand.

However, like Trafford, the Sunderland keeper will not be cheap, as he signed a new long-term contract at the Stadium of Light last September.

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Tottenham find themselves in an injury crisis at the moment, with a number of first-team players injured, and Vicario's absence has hit them hard, with Forster failing to reach the levels expected of him in recent weeks.

As such, it would make sense for Postecoglou to want to sign a new goalkeeper this winter, especially since Forster is now 36 years old.

Patterson could be a real upgrade for Spurs praised Written by Sunderland teammate Simon Moore, who said: “I've followed him for a while even before I came here and he's top class, he made some great saves.

“He is underrated when the ball is at his feet as well, he is calm and collected. His handling is excellent, he can without a doubt play at the top.”

However, it may be difficult for Spurs to conclude a deal next January, as Sunderland are unlikely to agree to the departure of their number one goalkeeper for a reasonable price while they are in the promotion race.

Instead, Postecoglou may be wise to wait for Vicario's return, considering his recovery Going welland continued with Forster a little longer.