Should Tottenham buy low on Southampton’s Jay Rodriguez.
Southampton’s Jay Rodriguez
Southampton’s Jay Rodriguez was not so long ago regarded as England’s next breakthrough striker, having made great strides at the Saints.
His 2013/14 form which saw him net 15 Premier League goals earned a call up for the Three Lions, before injury derailed his career.
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The man partly responsible for his success was Saints manager at the time Mauricio Pochettino, who was subsequently linked with signing him, by The Mirror, at a whopping price tag of £20 million.
That was back in October 2014, and Rodriguez remains at Southampton, and is in need of refreshing his career.
The Mirror reported this week he is available, with Hull City and West Bromwich Albion keen on a loan deal, with the striker’s transfer value dropping rapidly due to a lack of action.
Yet Rodriguez’s best bet to get his career back on track would be a reunion with Pochettino at Spurs, where he could play a useful role.
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino
Tottenham have just two senior strikers, Harry Kane and Vincent Janssen, and based on Pochettino’s desire to play them together up front, will need a third option off the bench.
A bit part role could suit Rodriguez, coming on late in games to try and change them coupled with the odd start, adding vital depth to Spurs’ squad.
The opportunity to buy low could appeal to Spurs chairman Daniel Levy, with Rodriguez possessing huge potential if he can rediscover his old form and fitness.
At a cut price deal it would be a gamble worth taking for Tottenham if they can pull off a move before the transfer deadline.
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