Tottenham have made a bid for for Nice forward Alassane Plea, according to reports in France.
Earlier this month, reports emerged claiming Spurs have lodged a £22 million offer for the France Under-21 international.
And now, French outlet RMC (via Get French Football News) has echoed those reports by suggesting Spurs have made a bid and lead the race to sign Plea.
The 25-year-old scored 21 goals in 48 appearances across all competitions for Nice in 2017-18, including 16 in 34 Ligue 1 games – an average of an almost a goal every other match.
Spurs have apparently identified Plea as their primary alternative to Manchester United striker Anthony Martial.
Mauricio Pochettino is believed to be eager to recruit a forward to provide cover and competition for Harry Kane this summer.
The Argentinian also wants said forward to be able to play out wide, which is why Martial has emerged as one of Tottenham’s primary targets.
But Manchester United’s reluctance to sell to a Premier League rival could see Spurs look elsewhere.
For that reason Plea appears to be a viable alternative. However, there will be question marks over his ability to replicate his form in a tougher league.
Plea will also be much cheaper than Martial, although the United man would arguably be worth the extra money.
I don’t really know Plea. But, Martial is certainly NOT worth the $70-75M figure that I have sen quoted.
For the money Manchester United want for a partially successful midfielder we could buy 3 such as Plea and have change left over. One of them works out then we have a deal and then offload the others for some pocket money. After all Plea may come and fire on all cylinders its possible.