Tottenham linked player more likely to join Chelsea, says pundit
- Pundit suggests Premier League striker could make a significant move to a club like Tottenham or Chelsea
- However, he doubts that either London club would be willing to meet the hefty release clause in the player's contract
By Manuel Meza
Former footballer turned pundit Tony Cascarino suggests that Dominic Solanke could be poised for a significant move to a club like Tottenham or Chelsea. However, he doubts that either London club would be willing to meet the hefty release clause in the striker's contract.
Solanke has experienced a notable improvement in his performance over the past year, particularly since Andoni Iraola took charge at Bournemouth. Under the Spanish coach's guidance, the Cherries have adopted an attacking style of play, leading to Solanke's impressive tally of 21 goals across all competitions in the 2023-24 season.
Amidst speculation linking him with a move to Tottenham, reports from Football Insider have indicated the club's genuine interest in securing Solanke's services this summer, aiming to fill the void left by Harry Kane's departure.
Recent reports from TBR Football suggest that Solanke's contract with Bournemouth includes a release clause of approximately £65 million, which can only be activated by a select few clubs, including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Liverpool.
However, Cascarino questions whether any of these clubs would be willing to trigger the release clause based on just one standout season from Solanke.
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During an appearance on talkSPORT, Cascarino expressed his doubts about the likelihood of clubs meeting the £65 million valuation for Solanke. He acknowledged the striker's improvement over his career but suggested that the price tag might be too steep, especially considering the risk associated with his performance consistency.
Given the Premier League's adherence to Profit and Sustainability Regulations (PSR), there is an expectation of reduced spending across the division this summer. Consequently, it seems improbable that any club would be willing to activate the £65 million release clause. However, Bournemouth might entertain offers in the region of £50 million for the striker.
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