Analysing the Transfer Gossip – 23rd July: Part Two

Tottenham are ready to break their transfer record this week with an £18m move for Valencia striker Roberto Soldado, 28.

Roberto Soldado

What’s the story? Spurs have missed out on a few other strikers, but Soldado is quite the consolation prize. They need a proper striker to finish off what Gareth Bale makes.

Does it make sense? Yes. Although Soldado isn’t quite in the world class bracket with Cavani, he’s a third of the price and always scores goals. 30 in 46 games last year is as good as it gets for the money they are spending.

Is the price right? Yes. Even though he’s 28, he’s a near enough guaranteed supply of goals which could be a big difference in them getting to the top of the table.

Will it happen? 8/10 – Even Valencia are saying Spurs are in pole position, but it depends on whether Spurs are willing to spend the money.