(Credit: Imago)
(Credit: Imago)

Manor Solomon 'to spark bidding war' amid £15million Tottenham transfer news

John Wenham

John Wenham is a lawyer who also runs the Lilywhite Rose blog. John shares his expertise on the Lilywhite Rose’s podcast, on the BBC Sport website and now with Tottenham News, who are delighted to welcome him as their weekly guest blogger.

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Manor Solomon looks set to leave Tottenham with a host of clubs chasing his signature.

Solomon spent most of his first season in North London sidelined with an injury, before joining Leeds United on loan at the beginning of the 2024/25 campaign.

The Whites will look to keep hold of Solomon permanently should they get promoted to the Premier League [Fabrizio Romano].

Therefore, it looks as though the forward could be set to depart Spurs without ever getting a real opportunity under Ange Postecoglou.

However, where Solomon will move to remains to be seen, with Leeds not the only side expressing an interest in the Israel international.

Tottenham loanee Manor Solomon
Solomon has been in fine form while on loan from Tottenham at Leeds (Credit: Imago)

Leeds and Everton keen to sign Solomon from Tottenham

As reported by GiveMeSport (23 February), Everton are also keen on Solomon, with Tottenham expected to demand between £10-15million for his services.

However, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham - speaking exclusively to Tottenham News - expects the 25-year-old to join Leeds United.

"Everton's interest could absolutely spark a bidding war," Wenham said.

“With these new owners in place, they will hope to have a lot more financial power. However, I think a move to Leeds would be sensible for Solomon.

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Solomon's stats while on loan with Leeds

"They seem to be heading in the right direction, and the owners look to be fully invested in pushing the club forward and returning to the Premier League. I think Leeds are on to a good thing here. As a result, a transfer there would make sense for Solomon.

"Furthermore, as I’ve said previously, Tottenham will owe Leeds money for the Archie Gray deal. Therefore, that is an easy deal to do, Spurs just won’t pay one of the £10million instalments for Gray, and Leeds keep Solomon. That is what I see happening.”

Archie Gray, Tottenham
Gray's transfer from Leeds to Tottenham could facilitate Solomon's move the other way (Credit: Imago).

Solomon should join Leeds from Tottenham

And from the player's perspective, a permanent move to Elland Road would also make sense. Solomon is already settled at the club, who look set to return to the Premier League.

Therefore, if Daniel Farke's side do get promoted, this is a move which could make sense for all parties.

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