The 'unplayable, breath-taking' talent of Allan Saint-Maximin as Tottenham weigh up transfer

Tottenham's attack could have a new look come August as Fabio Paratici and Antonio Conte look to make key changes to the squad this summer. Following the arrival of Ivan Perisic from Inter Milan on a free transfer and Fraser Forster set to join from Southampton, more incomings are expected to take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before the summer transfer deadline.

Steven Bergwijn could be one player who departs ahead of the new campaign, with Ajax the favourites to sign him after failing to clinch a deal for the Dutch international at the turn of the year. Spurs cannot afford to leave themselves too short across the pitch with Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup on the agenda in 2022/23, thus meaning the Dutchman will need to be replaced if he does indeed exit.

understands that Paratici is weighing up a move for Newcastle United ace Allan Saint-Maximin this summer. Spurs' managing director of football is known to be a big admirer of the player and the Frenchman would give the Lilywhites an X-factor in attack due to his incredible range of skills and his unpredictability.

Newcastle ace Allan Saint-Maximin on Fabio Paratici transfer shortlist as Tottenham consider bid

So what exactly have others in the game said about the Newcastle United attacker since his arrival in the Premier League? takes a look.

"Despite a tough time contracting Covid and a lengthy recovery, Allan Saint-Maximin continues to impress. He's fast, skilful, strong and not afraid to take other players on with the most dribbles per 90 minutes of any Newcastle player this season. And with that regard, he's up there with the Premier League's best.

"He can pick out a pass but also has the ability to blow a game wide open with a