Tottenham target Frankfurt forward Younes Ebnoutalib

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing Eintracht Frankfurt forward Younes Ebnoutalib, according to TEAMtalk. The 23-year-old has scored five goals and provided two assists in five appearances across all competitions this season, catching the eye of both Spurs and Germany boss Jurgen Klopp.

  • Player: Younes Ebnoutalib, 23, 6ft 3in right-footed striker
  • Club: Eintracht Frankfurt (contract until 2031)
  • Season stats: 5 goals, 2 assists in 5 appearances
  • International: Selected by Jurgen Klopp for Germany's September/October fixtures
  • Competition: Tottenham face interest from Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton
  • Potential move: Could make formal approach next year

Deal details

Ebnoutalib joined Eintracht Frankfurt in January after impressing for SV 07 Elversberg in the 2. Bundesliga. He initially struggled at Deutsche Bank Park due to injury problems but has since displayed impressive performances. His contract runs until 2031, putting Frankfurt in a strong position to demand a sizable fee if they are forced to cash in.

According to TEAMtalk, Tottenham have expressed their interest after being impressed by his recent development and could make a formal approach next year. However, they will face stiff competition from Brighton and Everton, who have been monitoring his progress closely.

Why Tottenham need a striker

Tottenham have endured a dire campaign over the last two seasons and decided to reinforce the striker position by signing Omar Marmoush this summer. However, the Egyptian has started the new season poorly. Manager Roberto De Zerbi also has Dominic Solanke and Richarlison as options, but the Brazilian won't play anymore this season, while Solanke has struggled to showcase his best since joining from AFC Bournemouth.

Therefore, Tottenham could do with signing a new striker, and Ebnoutalib would be a shrewd acquisition if he continues to impress over the coming months. It remains to be seen whether the North London club eventually make a concrete approach to secure the Frankfurt star's services in January or next summer.

What was said

"Tottenham have expressed their interest in signing Ebnoutalib after being impressed by his recent development and could make a formal approach next year."

— TEAMtalk, via Football Talk

TEAMtalk's report highlights that Tottenham's interest is at an early stage, described as an expression of interest rather than a formal bid. The claim that they "could make a formal approach next year" suggests any move would likely come in January or next summer, not before.

The report also notes that Brighton and Everton have been monitoring his development closely before making a potential swoop, indicating a three-way Premier League battle for his signature could emerge.

The numbers

  • 5 – appearances across all competitions this season
  • 5 – goals scored
  • 2 – assists provided
  • 1 – hat-trick scored (vs Union Berlin in opening league game)
  • 6ft 3in – height
  • 2031 – contract expiry

Why Ebnoutalib fits De Zerbi's system

Younes Ebnoutalib is described as quick, strong, good in the air, capable of linking up play and possessing a poacher's instinct inside the box. He also works hard without possession. Those attributes align with what Roberto De Zerbi demands from his centre-forward: the ability to press intensely and contribute to build-up play.

With Omar Marmoush struggling and Richarlison out for the season, Tottenham's only viable striker option is Dominic Solanke, who has failed to recapture his Bournemouth form. Signing Ebnoutalib would provide competition and a different profile — a tall target man who can also run in behind.

However, the 23-year-old is still relatively unproven at the top level. His five-goal start is impressive but comes from a small sample size. Tottenham would be taking a calculated gamble on potential rather than proven output. That said, his selection for Germany by Jurgen Klopp suggests he is highly regarded within his homeland.

Talking points

  • Should Tottenham prioritise a proven striker over potential in January, or is Ebnoutalib worth the risk given their attacking struggles?
  • Brighton and Everton's interest shows he is not short of suitors — can Spurs win a bidding war against Premier League rivals?
  • With a contract until 2031, Frankfurt hold all the cards. Any fee could be inflated beyond £40m for a player with just five good games.
  • Is De Zerbi's job safe enough to oversee a rebuild, or will a new manager be making these transfer decisions?

What happens next

Tottenham are expected to weigh up a formal approach either in January or next summer. Before then, Ebnoutalib will have the chance to impress further for Frankfurt and in Germany's September/October fixtures under Jurgen Klopp. If he continues his goalscoring form, the competition from Brighton and Everton could intensify, and Frankfurt's asking price will only rise.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Younes Ebnoutalib?

Younes Ebnoutalib is a 23-year-old, 6ft 3in right-footed striker who plays for Eintracht Frankfurt. He has scored five goals and provided two assists in five appearances this season.

Are Tottenham signing Younes Ebnoutalib?

Not yet. Tottenham have reportedly expressed an interest and could make a formal approach next year, but no bid has been made and Brighton and Everton are also monitoring him.

How much would Younes Ebnoutalib cost?

Ebnoutalib is under contract until 2031, so Frankfurt are in a strong position to demand a sizable fee. No specific figure has been reported.

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