The ever-reliable journalist Alasdair Gold has revealed that Tottenham Hotspur will face a setback ahead of the winter transfer window.
Tottenham Hotspur's plans for the January transfer window have hit a snag, with journalist Alasdair Gold revealing that the club will not be able to cut short Timo Werner's loan spell.
Despite some Spurs fans calling for the winger to be sent back to RB Leipzig early, the deal cannot be terminated during the upcoming transfer window.
Werner, who joined Tottenham on loan from the German club, has faced criticism over his finishing and lack of composure in front of goal.
While the 28-year-old has shown promise by getting into dangerous positions and providing a threat down the left wing, his final product has often let him down.
This season, he has yet to dispel the narrative around his poor finishing, which has become a recurring issue throughout his career.
Journalist reveals setback for Tottenham ahead of January transfer window
With Richarlison and Wilson Odobert both sidelined with long-term injuries, manager Ange Postecoglou has had to rely more heavily on Werner to lead the attack.
The hope is that with more game time, Werner will improve his decision-making and composure, ultimately growing in confidence.
However, this has not been enough to quell the frustrations of some Tottenham supporters, who are eager for the club to move on from the German forward.
While it’s understandable that some fans might want to cut ties with Werner early, Alasdair Gold has confirmed that there is no option to end his loan spell in January.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Gold explained that the decision lies with Leipzig, who hold the ultimate power over whether the forward stays at Spurs or returns to the Red Bull Arena.
Although Werner’s finishing has been far from clinical, he does provide certain qualities that Tottenham currently lack.
Werner has plenty to offer, especially amid injury struggles
With Odobert unavailable, Werner is one of the only attackers in the squad who consistently drives forward with the ball and takes on defenders.
This adds a new edge to Spurs' attack, especially when facing teams that sit deep, which has been tough for players like Heung-min Son and Brennan Johnson to crack.
Even with his finishing woes, Werner’s pace and knack for stretching defences still make him a valuable asset for Postecoglou’s side.
Although Tottenham can't send him back in January, they’ll be hoping he finds his form and adds more to their attacking play as the season goes on.