‘They were offered’: Journalist says Tottenham were offered the chance to sign £25m attacker late in the window

Tottenham recruited Brennan Johnson on deadline day to reinforce their assault, but in another world, Ange Postecoglou might have been reconnecting with one of his old favourites.

According to Graeme Bailey of the Talking Transfers Podcast, Tottenham were offered the chance to recruit former Celtic striker Jota late in the window following his £25 million move to Saudi Arabia earlier this summer.

For some reason, the Portuguese attacker is apparently already set to leave Saudi Arabia, and a move to Spurs was explored, but, as we now know, nothing came of this one.

Spurs were offered Jota

Bailey revealed his knowledge about Jota.

“I think he’s a great signing.” It’s evident that Ange desired this type of player, and they were also offered Jota, who may be returning from Saudi Arabia soon. “I believe Johnson is an incredible player who will quickly become a fan favourite there,” Bailey added.

Overkill

Jota would’ve been a great addition to this Tottenham side, but, in all honesty, bringing him in at this point would’ve been overkill.

Spurs already have an abundance of wide attackers, and they really didn’t need another after signing Brennan Johnson.

Of course, if there are departures in January, perhaps this is one that Spurs could revisit, but, with an already bloated squad and a number of wide forwards in the side, it’s easy to understand why Spurs didn’t take the bait on this one.