Insiders have spilled the beans, and it’s a blockbuster revelation – Bournemouth’s prolific striker, Dominic Solanke, could command a jaw-dropping fee exceeding £50 million in the upcoming summer transfer window. Football Insider’s exclusive sources have unveiled the intense interest from both Newcastle and Tottenham in the 26-year-old goal machine.
Magpies boss Eddie Howe, a known admirer of Solanke from his Bournemouth tenure, is reportedly eyeing a reunion with the striker, especially with Newcastle facing striking woes due to injuries to Alexander Isak and Callum Wilson this season. However, it’s not just Newcastle in the race, as sources indicate that both Tottenham and Arsenal are also contemplating a potential swoop for the dynamic forward.
According to an insider close to the situation, Bournemouth is gearing up for a barrage of offers for the former Liverpool and Chelsea star. Solanke’s stellar performances this season, showcasing his prowess in the Premier League, have inflated his market value, making a price tag north of £50 million seemingly inevitable.
Adding to the complexity, the rarity of English talents in the top flight imposes a home-grown premium on any potential deal. With Solanke proving himself as a Premier League force, the demand for his services has intensified.
Despite signing a new contract with Bournemouth just last year, tying him to the club until June 2027, Solanke’s goal-scoring spree cannot be ignored. With an impressive tally of 13 goals in 22 appearances across all competitions this season, including a remarkable 12 in the Premier League alone, the 26-year-old has already doubled his best Premier League return just halfway into the 2023-24 campaign.
Having joined Bournemouth in 2019 for a reported £19 million plus add-ons, Solanke has become a prolific force for the club, amassing 69 goals in 196 games. As speculation swirls around his potential move, Bournemouth’s current record sale, a reported £41 million deal that saw Nathan Ake move to Man City, could be eclipsed if the bidding war for Solanke unfolds as expected. The summer transfer window is set for fireworks, and Solanke is undeniably at the center of the storm!