Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly closely monitoring the Japanese attacker Kyogo Furuhashi.
In what could be an exciting development for Tottenham Hotspur, reports have emerged suggesting that the club is closely monitoring the Japanese sensation, Kyogo Furuhashi. The potential acquisition of Furuhashi would undoubtedly bolster the North London side’s attacking prowess.
Tottenham’s manager, Ange Postecoglou, appears to be leaving no stone unturned in his pursuit of talent. He dispatched the highly regarded scout, Ian Broomfield, to Scotland for an extensive four-day scouting mission. Broomfield’s primary focus was on assessing the 28-year-old Japanese forward in action. However, it’s worth noting that Broomfield’s watchful eye was not limited to just Furuhashi; he reportedly scouted other players in the Scottish league as well.
Furuhashi’s addition to the Tottenham squad would be a significant boost to their attacking depth. At 28 years old, he is arguably in the prime of his career and appears more than ready to showcase his skills in the competitive environment of the Premier League.
What makes this potential transfer even more intriguing is the existing relationship between Furuhashi and Postecoglou. Having previously worked together, the Japanese international should have a relatively smooth transition into Tottenham’s style of play, potentially making an immediate impact.
Furuhashi’s track record with Celtic in the previous season is a testament to his ability. He managed to net an impressive 34 goals across all competitions, highlighting his goal-scoring prowess, which could prove invaluable to Tottenham’s current campaign.
It’s worth noting that Celtic secured Furuhashi for a relatively modest fee of around £4.5 million. However, it is expected that the Scottish club will aim to make a substantial profit on his potential transfer. As such, the negotiations for his acquisition are bound to be an interesting subplot to watch in the coming months.