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Balogun to Spurs? Nah, He Can Do Way Better — Gomez Drops Truth Bomb

TSS
True Sports Staff
Aug 14, 2026
1 Min Read

Let's be real: if you're Folarin Balogun, you don't settle. You level up.

That's the message from Gomez, who has thrown cold water on Tottenham Hotspur's hopes of landing one of the hottest young forwards around.

Spurs are interested — but is the feeling mutual?

Tottenham need goals. That's no secret. But Gomez reckons Balogun can do better than a move to north London, and he's not hiding it.

"Balogun can get a better move than Tottenham," Gomez said.

Ouch. That's a direct hit to Spurs' recruitment pitch. If they really want Balogun, they're going to have to sell him on a bigger vision than just a starting spot.

Striker market is wide open

With elite clubs across Europe hunting for a No. 9, Balogun is sitting in a powerful position. His pace, movement, and swagger have made him one of the most talked-about young forwards in the game.

Should he end up at Spurs? Maybe. But Gomez's point is simple: Balogun's stock is rising too fast to jump at the first big club that comes knocking.

Big moves, bigger stages, and a career about to go nuclear. Buckle up.