Tottenham Hotspur has completed the signing of striker Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth for a reported £65 million ($82.93 million), making it their most expensive transfer to date. The 26-year-old English forward has signed a six-year contract that will keep him at the North London club until 2030.Solanke, who scored 19 goals in the Premier League last season, is expected to bolster Tottenham’s attack and help fill the void left by Harry Kane’s departure a year ago. The deal includes £55 million upfront with £10 million in add-ons, as confirmed by Bournemouth owner Bill Foley.Tottenham’s head coach Ange Postecoglou had identified the striker position as ‘the thinnest’ area of his squad, and Solanke fits the mould of the type of forward they were looking for. The signing addresses Spurs’ need for a ‘pure number 9’ to match Kane’s goal-scoring prowess, with the team previously relying on Heung-min Son and Richarlison in that position.Solanke’s career has included stints at Chelsea’s youth academy, Liverpool, and most recently Bournemouth, where he netted an impressive 77 goals in 216 appearances across all competitions. His best season came in 2023-24, where he scored 21 goals in 42 matches, helping Bournemouth achieve its highest points total in the Premier League era.This transfer marks a significant milestone for both clubs involved. For Tottenham, it represents their most expensive signing, surpassing the £62 million paid for Tanguy Ndombele in 2019. For Bournemouth, it’s a record sale, exceeding the previous highest fee received for Nathan Aké’s move to Manchester City.Tottenham fans will be eager to see how Solanke performs in his new role, as the club aims to secure a Champions League spot in the upcoming season. The striker’s first opportunity to impress could come as early as next week, with Tottenham set to face Leicester City in their Premier League opener.
Key points
- Tottenham Hotspur signs Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth for a club-record £65 million.
- Solanke signs a six-year contract with Tottenham, running until 2030.
- The transfer addresses Tottenham’s need for a striker following Harry Kane’s departure.
- Solanke scored 19 Premier League goals last season and 77 total for Bournemouth in 216 appearances.
Contradictions👾There is a slight discrepancy in Solanke’s age, with most sources stating he is 26 years old, while one source incorrectly reports him as 29.
