Tottenham Hotspur is setting its sights on Folarin Balogun, the Monaco striker, as part of their strategy to enhance their offensive lineup during the upcoming summer transfer window.

As reported by Football Insider, Tottenham has already expressed interest in the 25-year-old following his standout performance at the World Cup, where he netted three goals in four matches, aiding his team in reaching the round of 16.

Pete O’Rourke from Football Insider noted:

• “Tottenham, as we’ve mentioned previously, are looking to bolster their attacking reinforcements and bring more players in.”

Balogun also excelled in his club campaign, scoring 19 goals across all competitions for Monaco last season. The club aims to deepen their attacking options, and Balogun is seen as a potential key addition to provide goals and physicality in front of the net.

Having joined Monaco for £25 million in 2023, the French club is likely to seek a profit but with just two years remaining on Balogun's contract, they may not demand an excessively high fee. This sets the stage for a potentially affordable move.

For Balogun, returning to England presents an exciting opportunity, especially as he aims to establish himself in the Premier League after feeling he has unfinished business in English football.

Tottenham is in search of a player who can challenge Dominic Solanke for the starting position, as Solanke has struggled to score consistently. Balogun could effectively share the goalscoring responsibilities moving forward, aligning with Tottenham's ambitions for the new season.