adminTottenham Hotspur are reportedly closing in on a major double raid for Manchester City duo Savinho and Omar Marmoush—a move that could shake up Roberto De Zerbi’s attacking options and reshape the futures of several current squad members.
Spurs have already made significant investment earlier in the window, bringing in Jan Paul van Hecke, Sandro Tonali, and Mateus Fernandes for substantial fees—clear signals of their ambition to push for a higher level of performance. But it’s only now, in the final stretch of the window, that the north London club have turned their attention to attack. That patience appears poised to pay off, with both City forwards reportedly on the verge of heading to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
If completed, the double swoop would send a powerful message about Spurs’ intentions. Both Savinho and Marmoush bring pace, flair, versatility, and technical quality across multiple forward roles, handing De Zerbi far more flexibility and firepower in the final third. For a Tottenham side that has often lacked consistency and depth up front, their arrival could prove transformative.
Yet increased competition brings fallout. With more high-calibre options in attack, several current forwards could see their minutes shrink. And with Spurs eager to offset their heavy summer spending, outgoings may become just as important as incomings in the dying days of the window.
Here are four attackers whose futures could now come under the spotlight.
Richarlison
Richarlison has been tipped for a Spurs exit in previous windows, yet the Brazilian has always stayed and fought his way back into contention. At 29, he could still feature against Brentford—especially given the club’s current injury woes—but Marmoush’s arrival could change his status dramatically.
With Marmoush and Dominic Solanke likely to lead the line, Richarlison may find himself battling for scraps. Approaching his peak years, he may be unwilling to accept a bit-part role. A return to Everton has been floated as a possible escape route, offering regular football at a club where he’s already proven. If no move materialises before the deadline, January could offer another chance—depending largely on how often De Zerbi uses him early in the season.
Mikey Moore
Moore’s immediate prospects could also be reshaped by the new arrivals. He may well feature against Brentford, but that’s largely due to an injury crisis—Dejan Kulusevski, Wilson Odobert, and Xavi Simons are all sidelined, and the fitness of Solanke and Mohammed Kudus remains uncertain.
That has thrust Moore into a rare starting berth on the right. But with Savinho and Marmoush incoming and injured players set to return, his opportunities could shrink rapidly. Moore spent last season on loan at Rangers, making 47 appearances and netting seven league goals—respectable, if not spectacular. Still highly rated, Spurs are unlikely to sell him permanently; instead, another loan to secure regular first-team football could be the most sensible move for all parties.
Dane Scarlett
Scarlett’s situation looks tougher still. The 22-year-old striker has struggled to make his mark during multiple loan spells, most recently managing just one goal in 13 appearances at Hibernian. With Spurs now adding proven attacking talent, his route to the senior side looks increasingly blocked.
De Zerbi’s limited use of him in pre-season hints that the forward is not currently central to the manager’s plans. At this stage, Scarlett needs consistent minutes to prove he can develop into a reliable Premier League striker—something a peripheral role at Tottenham won’t provide. A permanent exit or another loan before the window shuts may be the best outcome for both club and player.
Wilson Odobert
Perhaps the most unfortunate name on the list. Odobert showed real promise during a tough Spurs campaign before a serious knee injury in February stalled his progress. His long-term future is now clouded, especially with Savinho arriving to compete for similar roles.
Savinho is expected to feature prominently under De Zerbi, potentially pushing Odobert down the pecking order on his return to fitness. That doesn’t mean Spurs have given up on the Frenchman—he possesses the pace and directness to trouble defences—but the timing is awkward. His injury may make a summer sale difficult, so a January move could prove more practical. Much will depend on his recovery and whether he can convince De Zerbi he deserves a meaningful role.
A New Attack Taking Shape
The prospective arrivals of Savinho and Marmoush underscore just how dramatically Tottenham’s squad is evolving under De Zerbi. Heavy investment in defence and midfield has already taken place, and adding two versatile forwards would provide the Italian with a much deeper and more dynamic attacking unit.
Yet major recruitment always creates casualties. Established players may find themselves squeezed, while young prospects could be loaned out for development. Richarlison, Moore, Scarlett, and Odobert face very different challenges, but they are united by one reality: Tottenham’s attacking competition is about to intensify.
If the double deal goes through, De Zerbi will face tough calls—not just about who starts, but also who stays and who goes. With the transfer deadline looming, Spurs could yet have plenty more business to attend to before finalising their squad for the season ahead.
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