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Tottenham Hotspur are involved in a three-horse race for a South American centre-forward, and they may be aided in their pursuit by their North London rivals Arsenal.
Spurs may be in the market for a new centre-forward in the summer, given that a couple of key men may no longer be at the club next season.
According to reports, Tottenham are not expected to buy Randal Kolo Muani on a permanent deal from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer, while some sources indicate that Richarlison is also set to leave Spurs this summer.
It emerged last month that Tottenham are plotting a move for an experienced Argentine striker, who is turning a lot of heads with his performances in Brazilian football.
Tottenham are battling two London rivals for Flaco Lopez
The player in question is Palmeiras striker Flaco Lopez, who has been likened to Roberto Firmino and is considered by some experts as a natural fit for the Premier League.
Espirito de Porco (as relayed by Sport Witness) report that Tottenham are the latest club to enter the race for the 25-year-old and holds the ‘strongest’ interest in the player.
The outlet states that West Ham and Fulham are also fans of Lopez, who has scored seven goals and provided four assists in 14 matches this term.
The report reveals that the centre-forward is expected to leave Palmeiras after the World Cup, with the Brazilian club expected to demand €40m (£34m) for his services.
Arsenal may assist Spurs in their pursuit of Lopez
Espirito de Porco explains that Palmeiras would be reluctant to let their star striker leave unless they bring in a top-class replacement in the summer.
They have no intention of weakening themselves, and their search for a high-profile replacement has led them to Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus, who has become their ‘priority target’.
The Gunners striker’s potential return to Brazil could potentially pave the way for Tottenham to secure the services of Lopez.
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