Tottenham Hotspur are doing extensive scouting trips in recent weeks to address their lack of potency up front. They have only netted 10 goals in 10 Premier League games, with Dominic Solanke and Omar Marmoush underperforming. The Lilywhites are keeping an eye on the forward market as a potential replacement for Richarlison, who is likely to be moved on during the winter window.

The goalkeeping department could be strengthened in 2027 as well after Guglielmo Vicario moved to Juventus on a season-long loan in the summer, with Roberto De Zerbi promoting Antonin Kinsky as the club’s new No.1. Kinsky hasn’t really repaid De Zerbi’s faith this season, which could prompt Spurs to look out for an upgrade on the Czech Republic glovesman.

Tottenham target working on key skills to reclaim his spot at Benfica

Back in summer, Tottenham reportedly explored a move for Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin. They viewed him as a potential option to replace Vicario in De Zerbi’s squad. However, Benfica’s €40m asking price was seemingly deemed too high, and a move to Spurs did not materialise.

Anatoliy Trubin has lost his starting berth at Benfica this season. New manager Marco Silva has used the Ukrainian international only in cup games, with Samuel Soares preferred in Liga NOS. He has been limited to only seven appearances.

Now, according to Portuguese newspaper Record, Trubin has contacted Julerson Dias, the Brazilian trainer who works with Cristiano Ronaldo, to work with him during off days. The work was entirely focused on the goalkeeper’s feet, including ball control, technique and distribution.

“I started training with Cristiano Ronaldo’s personal trainer, who has a set-up that’s very popular with Premier League and La Liga players during their holidays,” Trubin was quoted by Record.

“I sent him a message asking if I could train, and we had a few sessions. I feel it helps.”

Roberto De Zerbi wants his goalkeeper to be strong in possession to build up attacks from the back. Having worked with Trubin at Shakhtar Donetsk, De Zerbi would be pleased to see the shot-stopper working on his technical ability and distribution skills. In addition to being a good shot-stopper, the Benfica man adding composure on the ball to his repertoire of skills would only enhance his CV and perhaps attract interest from European clubs again.

Thus, the Ukrainian glovesman’s decision to polish this side of his game might bring him back into conversation at Tottenham.