Tottenham Hotspur have made an exciting addition to their squad with the signing of highly-rated striker Alejo Veliz from Rosario Central. The 19-year-old has made a name for himself in his home country of Argentina, and his move to north London comes with high expectations.
Veliz enjoyed a fruitful 2023 season with Rosario, scoring an impressive 11 goals in 23 appearances. This performance caught the attention of several clubs, including Roma and AC Milan, who were also keen on securing his services. However, it was Tottenham who won the race for his signature, reportedly paying around £13 million for the young forward.
The Argentine talent has showcased his potential on the international stage as well. Veliz found the back of the net three times for Argentina in the recent Under-20s World Cup before his team was eliminated in the Round of 16 by Nigeria. His performances for both club and country have marked him as one to watch for the future.
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou now has a strong arsenal of strikers at his disposal with Harry Kane, Richarlison, Troy Parrott, and Dane Scarlett all vying for playing time. While Veliz may have to be patient and work his way into the team, his arrival adds depth and competition to the attacking department.
The young forward will wear the No. 36 shirt for Tottenham, and he has signed a six-year contract with the club. Although there were requests for Veliz to return to Rosario on loan, Spurs have decided to keep him in their ranks for the upcoming season, underlining their belief in his abilities.
Veliz joins a host of new signings at Tottenham, including Guglielmo Vicario, Ashley Phillips, Micky van de Ven, Manor Solomon, Dejan Kulusevski, and James Maddison. This influx of talent bodes well for the Lilywhites, as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.
As the young Argentine settles in at his new club, all eyes will be on him to see if he can fulfill his potential and make a meaningful impact in north London. With his proven goal-scoring ability and the guidance of experienced players like Kane and Richarlison, Veliz has everything he needs to succeed at Tottenham Hotspur.
