Tottenham Hotspur legend Rafael Van de Vaart has claimed his former side overpaid for Dominic Solanke after the England striker arrived in the summer.
After a disappointing but promising first few months under Ange Postecoglou last season, Spurs fans would have had high hopes going into the new campaign in August, but they have been quickly dashed.
With Tottenham losing 1-0 against Arsenal at home on Sunday, it means the Lilywhites have only managed to win one game so far this season, a woeful record given the quality of their squad.
Along with the players the Australian manager already had in his squad, several reinforcements have been brought in over the summer months.
The highlight was the arrival of Solanke from Bournemouth with the England striker signing for £65m.
Van de Vaart on the signing of Solanke from Tottenham
While the 27-year-old has shown he can operate at the highest level, questions have been asked about the fee.
The most recent of which comes from club legend Van de Vaart, with the Netherlands international claiming the club overpaid for the striker.
“So when I see a transfer for that money, I already think it’s not wise.” He told the Metro ahead of the North London derby.
“Because I don’t think Solanke will score 40 goals. For this money this is what you should be looking for. It’s too much for a normal player.”
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