Tottenham striker speaks out after signing new contract at Hotspur Way – ‘Proud’
Tottenham will welcome what one striker has just said after signing a new contract at Hotspur Way.
Dominic Solanke endured a mixed debut season at Tottenham.
Meanwhile, Richarlison struggled to find his form after several injuries and has been linked with a move away from Tottenham this summer as a result.
However, it looks as though the Lilywhites are continuing to look toward the future after a brand-new contract announcement in North London.
Ellis Lehane signs his first professional contract with Tottenham
As announced by Tottenham on Thursday (19 June), Ellis Lehane has signed his first professional contract with the club.
Tottenham are understood to have fought off advances from Premier League clubs to agree terms with the talented teenager [Football Insider].
| Player | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Ellis Lehane | 57 | 25 | 1 |
The 18-year-old first appeared for Tottenham’s Under-18s in December 2022 while still at school. The striker then climbed the ranks to make his Under-21s debut in January of this year, the first of four competitive appearances at that level thus far.
Last season, Lehane stood out from the rest, netting 15 goals in all competitions for the Under-18s, including a hat-trick against Leicester City in April.
Lehane took to Instagram (19 June) and posted a photo of himself putting pen to paper, alongside the caption, “Proud to have signed my first professional contract.”
Tottenham have a lot to look forward to with Lehane
The Lilywhites may not need to spend big on a new striker with Lehane in their locker. While the forward is still raw, he has shown immense promise for the future.
As a result, it would not be surprising to see Lehane handed some first-team minutes next season. Thomas Frank had a reputation for developing young talents at Brentford and will be keen to continue the tradition at Tottenham.
Indeed, Lehane has the perfect blend of technical ability and output, having almost every finish imaginable in his locker. With the striker market in a dire state and Levy committed to balancing the books, Lehane could be the long-term answer up front for Tottenham.
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