Tottenham Hotspur are closing in on their third major summer signing — and it comes with a familiar number on the back.
Mohammed Kudus is set to join Spurs from West Ham United after the two clubs reportedly agreed on a £55 million deal.
The 24-year-old Ghana international has chosen North London over other top clubs and will now prepare for a medical before sealing the move.
Kudus made a name for himself at Ajax and then impressed at West Ham. While last season wasn’t his best, his overall talent and versatility caught the eye of several top sides, including Chelsea.
But Spurs look to have won the race. The player is now expected to put pen to paper on a long-term contract.
Now, all eyes are on what number he’ll wear in Lilywhite. And the signs point to a shirt with history.
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Kudus to follow in Dele Alli’s footsteps?
During his West Ham stint, Kudus wore the No. 14 shirt, but that number is taken at Spurs by youngster Archie Gray. So what’s next?
Well, the number 20 shirt is now free — and that should get fans talking.
That was Dele Alli’s number during his peak years at Spurs, and Kudus could be the next creative force to wear it. The number 20 jersey has also been available since Fraser Forster’s departure, and Kudus could bring new energy to it.
The Ghanaian has also worn the No. 20 at Ajax and with his national team, so a reunion with the shirt seems almost too perfect to pass up. If Kudus does claim it, fans may start hoping for Dele-like drama, minus the off-field headlines.
Tottenham fans will be eager to see how Kudus fits into new manager Thomas Frank’s plans.
Whether on the wing or through the middle, the Ghanaian brings flair and flexibility — plus, a new number 20 storyline that writes itself.
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