Tottenham have endured a very bad season yet again as they are 14th in the Premier League points table at the time of writing. Spurs have 34 points in 29 matches, having lost 15 games so far. They will need to make significant signings in the upcoming summer transfer market to at least compete for the top-four spot in the next season.
Spurs will be focusing on bringing in a new left-back because Destiny Udogie has been inconsistent with his recent performances and has been dropped from the playing XI. Djed Spence has had to play as a left-back frequently but he is a right-back, to be honest. So, the club will have find suitable options in the transfer market and they are absolutely doing that.
Tottenham will have to spend £40 million on Rayan Ait-Nouri
Football Insider has reported that Tottenham are interested in signing Wolverhampton Wanderers left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri in the summer. The club will need to spend £40 million in order to sign him. Pete O’Rourke has stated that Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United will also compete for his services. The report reveals that although Wolves might be staying in the Premier League next season, they will face a lot of struggles in keeping hold of Ait-Nouri.
Ait Nouri has conceded 52 goals and kept 4 clean sheets in 28 matches in the Premier League 2024/2025 season. That means when he is on the pitch, his team concedes a goal every 46 minutes. The Algerian has amassed a G/A of 8 so far and hence has been in sensational form.
Rayan Ait-Nouri is an impactful presence on the left flank, possessing flair with defensive grit. The Algerian full-back’s smooth dribbling and quick feet allow him to move past opponents, making him a constant attacking threat. His pace and stamina fuel tireless runs up and down the wing, while his crossing ability delivers pinpoint balls into dangerous areas.
Defensively, the Wolves man is no slouch—his timing in tackles and positional awareness stand out for a player still just 23. Ait-Nouri is versatile enough whether he is bombing forward or tracking back. All these traits make him a modern wing-back with the potential to reach the elite level.
Should Spurs go for the price?
Tottenham fans would be disappointed at the thought of splashing £40 million for Rayan Ait-Nouri. Destiny Udogie’s inconsistency has been frustrating, and Djed Spence filling in at left-back just isn’t cutting it—he’s a right-back, after all. The club desperately need a proper option there, and Ait-Nouri’s pace, flair, and Premier League experience make him tempting.
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But £40 million? That’s steep when Tottenham have other holes to fill. With Arsenal, Liverpool, and United circling, the price could climb even higher. I’d say go for it if they can haggle it down a bit—otherwise, Tottenham might be better off hunting for a cheaper gem.
