Latest Developments
- Leroy Sane is approaching the end of his Bayern Munich contract.
- Tottenham are serious contenders to sign Sane, despite Barcelona's interest.
- However, Sane is currently on over £320,000 per week, according to Capology.
Whisper+ Analysis
Authenticity (4/5): Bold claim from a reliable source
Tottenham have been actively searching for players in the transfer market, with Ange Postecoglou’s side in need of fresh reinforcements up front.
Caught Offside has reported of Spurs’ interest to sign Sane come summer, with the source holding weight given their reliable transfer market stories in the past.
Value (3/5): High-value transfer for free, but…
Securing a player of Sane’s calibre without a transfer fee represents significant value. Spurs will save nearly £40m, meaning his salary is all they will have to deal with, indicating a win-win situation for both parties.
The only potential snag is, of course, the wage Sane currently earns. He'll be at the peak of his powers for at least two years, so the demands will follow accordingly. Only by getting into the Champions League via the Europa League backdoor can Spurs really make this move without fear.
There's also the potential need to line up a long-term replacement for Son Heung-min, which some may see as a bigger priority, given that a replacement of equal skill will likely command a hefty fee and/or a substantial wage.
Suitability (4/5): Can Ange make Sane one of his own?
Sane’s previous successful spell with Manchester City speaks volumes, with the forward scoring 25 times and assisting 29 times for the Cityzens in the English top-flight. Well-versed in the English game, his presence would complement Tottenham’s attacking options.
Upgrade (5/5): Increasing squad quality
Having proven himself in both domestic and European competitions, Sane offers experience at just 29. Moreover, Spurs presently have no surefire quality on the right wing, with Brennan Johson and Wilson Odobert – both injured – the only two pure right wingers.
Logic (3.5/5): Time to return to England?
It presents Sane with the opportunity to return to the Premier League, where he made his name with Manchester City. A familiar environment might just help him elevate his game and return to world class standards after last season's Bundesliga title miss.
Whisper+ Verdict: 19.5/25
Spurs are in need of bolstering their attacking prowess, with a move for Sane appearing to be a calculated move. His potential acquisition could prove mutually beneficial.
However, Liverpool have been linked previously to Sane and Barcelona are also tracking the attacker for a summer move, so Spurs haven't yet broken the proverbial tape in the race for his signature – not by a long shot.
