Spurs Target “Unplayable” £40m Star Who Would Thrive Under Iraola

Despite a disappointing Premier League campaign, Tottenham Hotspur are already looking ahead to next season. With rumors swirling about potential managerial changes, the North London club is also eyeing reinforcements to their squad.

One name that has emerged as a top target is Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford. The England international has rediscovered his form on loan at Aston Villa this season, with 4 goals and 6 assists in just 17 appearances.

According to reports, Spurs are willing to meet United’s £40 million valuation of Rashford if Villa do not make his loan move permanent. The 27-year-old is expected to leave Old Trafford this summer after falling out of favor under Erik ten Hag.

While Rashford would be an exciting addition regardless of who is in charge at Tottenham next season, he could particularly thrive under rumored managerial target Andoni Iraola. The current Bournemouth boss has transformed the Cherries’ attack this season, with players like Justin Kluivert and Antoine Semenyo enjoying career-best campaigns.

Iraola’s high-intensity, pressing system seems tailor-made for Rashford’s direct running and clinical finishing. If the Spanish coach can extract similar improvement from Rashford as he has from Bournemouth’s attackers, Spurs could have one of the Premier League’s most dangerous forwards on their hands.

Though the transfer may be complicated to complete, Tottenham should do everything in their power to bring Rashford to North London – especially if Iraola is appointed manager. The combination could help propel Spurs back into top four contention next season.