Noah Okafor ‘to pass medical’ as Tottenham make transfer push
AC Milan striker Noah Okafor is likely to clear his Tottenham medical if needed despite his recent calf injury, according to Dr Rajpal Brar.
The injury expert claims that despite that, such setbacks to the calf can be nagging so Spurs will still require to do their due diligence and see if they still want to go ahead with the transfer with the club pushing for a new number nine.
It’s understood that the club have been offered a chance to sign the 24-year-old before the transfer deadline. [TBR, 20 January]
Discussing the state of play with Okafor exclusively with Tottenham News, Dr Brar, a doctor in physical therapy and a sports scientist, shared his verdict.
“Okafor recently had a calf injury,” he said.
“This sounds like a Grade 2 out of 4 injury.
“Calf injuries can be tricky and nagging so the club will of course do their due diligence but if they are comfortable with his rehab and his testing during the medical, it’s not something that would cause him to fail it unless they see significant medium and long-term risks.“
Tottenham need to sign a striker quickly
Okafor is a good shout for Spurs as they desperately need to bring in a new striker before the transfer deadline.
If Ange Postecoglou does not fancy him, then perhaps work must begin to sign another number nine.
Injuries have significantly reduced the options the Australian has at his disposal and he needs some help if he is to turn things around.
In other Tottenham news, an update has emerged as Spurs have been offered the chance to seal a new £19m transfer.
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