Tottenham pursues Folarin Balogun in £51m transfer discussions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 6:35 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur has intensified negotiations to acquire AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun for around £51 million. Spurs head coach Roberto De Zerbi aims to strengthen the attack after a £240 million squad investment. Balogun, who has scored 31 goals in 91 matches since joining Monaco in 2023, recently gained attention during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He has two years remaining on his contract, while Monaco initially set a €60 million price. Tottenham focuses on securing a deal while addressing Balogun's previous ties with Arsenal, which includes a 17.5% sell-on clause affecting the Gunners if the transfer proceeds.
- •Tottenham has opened discussions for Folarin Balogun with AS Monaco.
- •Balogun scored 31 goals in 91 appearances for Monaco.
- •He made headlines during the World Cup with three goals.
- •Negotiations come as Tottenham look to bolster their attack.
- •Arsenal holds a sell-on clause affecting the transfer fee.
- 6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Tottenham step up £51m pursuit of Folarin Balogun
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Tottenham begin discussions with Monaco for Folarin Balogun
"Roberto De Zerbi is at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Tottenham Hotspur have stepped up their pursuit of AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun, with the North London club actively exploring a transfer tha...
"According to a report from L’Équipe, Tottenham Hotspur have opened discussions with AS Monaco over a transfer for Folarin Balogun (25), with the French outlet writing that the striker is estimated ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 6:35 PMTottenham step up £51m pursuit of Folarin Balogun
Roberto De Zerbi is at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Tottenham Hotspur have stepped up their pursuit of AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun, with the North London club actively exploring a transfer tha...
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 6:25 PMTottenham begin discussions with Monaco for Folarin Balogun
According to a report from L’Équipe, Tottenham Hotspur have opened discussions with AS Monaco over a transfer for Folarin Balogun (25), with the French outlet writing that the striker is estimated ...
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