Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionGiveMeSportUnverified source· 12 Aug 2026
Tottenham Make Late Move for Balogun
Spurs ready to pay £51m for a new striker in the final hours of the window.
F. Balogun
player
Player
Folarin Balogun
Current club
Arsenal
Linked club
Tottenham
Reported fee
£51m
What happened. Tottenham have accelerated their move to sign Folarin Balogun in the last few hours, with a £51m bid prepared.
- Move made in 'last few hours' of transfer window.
- Balogun seen as an upgrade on Richarlison.
- De Zerbi reportedly wants a new striker.
Spurs are pushing to finalize the deal before the window closes.
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