Spurs joined by two other clubs in race for versatile forward | OneFootball

According to a report from high profile journalist David Ornstein of The Athletic, Tottenham Hotspur have been joined by Manchester United and Serie A side Juventus, in their pursuit of Paris Saint Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani.

Spurs one of three clubs mentioned as interested in player

The Frenchman, 26, has found himself out of favour under PSG boss Luis Enrique, and it has become clear that the best thing for him is to depart the club. So far this season, he has started just two games in Ligue 1, and will be fully conscious of the fact this is doing his chances of becoming a starter for the national team no good at all.

In his report, Ornstein confirms the interest is in a loan dealn - though did not state anything about an option or obligation either way. Mind you, it is worth saying that there has been talk from elsewhere that PSG are currently "insisting on an obligation" for any potential deal, with the Parisians wanting "at least £50 million plus a loan fee", though they are "open to negotiating" on that figure.

It does not feel like an exaggeration to say that the difference between an option and an obligation, should probably be the difference in signing him or not. With an obligation, it just feels too risky - especially for that reported fee. With a loan, Spurs have the chance to assess him for four months, before making a decision in the summer.

The Timo Werner loan is a good example. Spurs were able to see if they rated him highly enough or not. In the end, they decided on a loan extension. Although he is clearly not of the requisite quality, they are not lumbered with him on a permanent deal. The wages are pretty annoying, but at least is not that as well as a fee - nor having to pay those wages beyond this summer (god willing).

You can completely understand why fans are not excited about a potential deal, given how the last 18 months have gone for him. Just simply suggesting that if, and specifically if, it is with an option, or a dry loan (unlikely), bringing in a forward that can cover both wings and up front, would not be a terrible idea. Some will say "jack of all trades, master of none", perhaps true - but with the amount the likes of Heung-Min Son and Dominic Solanke have been ran into the ground, that wouldn't be the worst thing.