Tottenham have just made contact to sign £60m striker who has recently spoken out about ‘false’ rumours

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Tottenham Hotspur have now made contact over a striker who has recently spoken about his future.

Ange Postecoglou’s side are looking to add to their front line over the summer transfer window with the addition of a new striker.

A number of strikers have already been linked to the north London club ahead of the summer with Richarlison’s future up in the air.

But one reported target, in particular, has recently commented on previous claims linking him with a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tottenham make contact for Santiago Gimenez

According to a report from Caught Offside, Tottenham have now initiated contact over the potential signing of Santiago Gimenez.

The Mexican striker has been in sensational form in the Eredivisie this season having netted 21 times in his 25 league games.

It is claimed the £60m-rated striker was made the number one target following Harry Kane’s exit last season from north London.

And Spurs are said to now be keen to beat the other competition to the striker’s signature as they look to land a new option up top.

What Santiago Gimenez has already said about Tottenham

Currently sat in third spot of the top scorers list in the Eredivisie, Gimenez is one of the league’s hottest properties going into the summer.

And it seems the media from his homeland are keen to know what lies ahead of him in the near future.

Speaking to Caliente TV, the 22-year-old commented on reports of previous interest coming from Spurs in him. He said: “No, no, that’s false. No team arrived…”

But he did also say: “Yes, several teams approached me, but never with an offer in hand.”

He is a player who clearly feels he is ready to make the step-up away from the Dutch top flight as he mentioned the former Manchester United striker, Chicharito, as an example of what could be next: “I believe in myself, I believe I can. Chicharito was a great example that anything is possible, he was very strong mentally.”

What this potential addition could mean for Richarlison would be intriguing, The Spurs News has been told he could be a player who could be moved on over the coming months.

However, Postecoglou will need strong depth next season as Spurs look set to be competing in some form of European competition.

But the Lilywhites could look closer to home with a player like Ivan Toney – who is said to be of interest – as a more reliable option given him Premier League experience.