Tottenham may have to wait until the summer to land £70m striker with 18 goals this season

Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a major blow in their pursuit of a forward who has already scored 18 goals this season.

With the transfer market now officially open, the Lilywhites can now finally reinforce their squad and give Thomas Frank the tools he needs to get the club up the table.

It has been widely reported over recent months that the Spurs are looking to strengthen their attack in January, and a prolific Spanish striker is thought to be on their wishlist.

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