Tottenham Hotspur They have been struggling for any kind of good performance in recent weeks. Angie PostecoglouThe side is currently languishing in 15th place in the Premier League tableand is significantly only eight points away from the relegation zone. While this may seem like a big gap, its current form does not look like it will change anytime soon.
Tottenham have lost four of their last five Premier League matches, drawing the other. They have now lost 12 times in the Premier League this season, and although the injury crisis is affecting their form, it is not good enough for the Lilywhites.
With that in mind, it is perhaps not surprising that the North Londoners are exploring some late moves in the transfer market, including one player who could provide a boost to the attack.
Tottenham are targeting a new striker
The player in question here is Ajax and Netherlands international striker Brian Brobbey. The Dutchman has shown flashes of brilliance this season but despite the lack of consistency, he is a target for other clubs.
According to a report by journalist Fabrizio RomanoThe Lilywhites have contacted Ajax to discuss a potential move for Brobbey. They conducted an “investigation to inform him” of his status in case the possibility of transfer arose.
However, they are not the only London-based Premier League team interested in signing the Dutchman. West Ham United are already in direct talks with Ajax regarding a possible loan transfer with a commitment to buy the player. Tottenham are also considering a loan move.
Why would Proby be a good signing?
It's been a bit of a bad season for 22-year-old striker Proby. He has struggled to find his best form in front of goal, scoring just three times, but providing seven assists in all competitions. In 29 matches.
However, the Netherlands international has, at times, shown his decisiveness. His goal against PEC Zwolle is a good example of this, as he showed great instinct in the six-yard box to put in a deflected cross and put Ajax ahead, in a game they won 2-0.
Despite his poor form this term, Proby has been On fire in the 2023/24 season. He scored 22 goals and provided 12 assists in 43 matches in all competitions, including 18 goals and ten assists in the Eredivisie.
Last season in the Eredivisie, Probbe's basic numbers were impressive. According to SovascorHe had a conversion rate of 21%, created ten big chances and won an average of 5.1 duels per match.
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Proby 2023/24 Eredivisie main statistics |
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Statistics |
number |
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Objectives |
18 |
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Goals per match |
0.6 |
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Conversion rate |
21% |
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Helps |
8 |
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It created great opportunities |
10 |
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Key passes for each match |
1.5 |
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Duels won in each match |
5.1 |
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Statistics from SofaScore |
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If Tottenham can complete a deal for Probbe, he could form an exciting partnership with the Swedish striker Diane Kulusevski. Earlier in the 2024/25 season, Jamie Redknapp, the former Lilywhites midfielder turned Sky Sports pundit, claimed Kulusevski “Tottenham's best player this season“.
In fact, the 24-year-old has impressed in all competitions, scoring nine goals and eight assists. In 34 matches In all competitions.
Perhaps the best contribution from Tottenham's number 21 this season came in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup against Manchester City, where he assisted both goals in a 2-1 win.
If the Lilywhites can get Probbe back to the form he had last season, Kulusevski could be in for a field day. According to FBrefHe averages 2.74 key passes per game, and has registered more assists than any other Tottenham player, with eight.
It looks like this could be a match made in heaven. Not only is Proby a great all-round striker at his best, he is a “prolific” player. As described by football talent scout Jacek Kulig. He could be the perfect person to take advantage of Kulusevski's opportunities.
In terms of a loan deal, this seems like a safe move for the Lilywhites to make, as Brobbey can add goals to their squad and get the best out of their key player.
