Dominic Solanke to Tottenham Hotspur: The Athletic 500 transfer ratings

Dominic Solanke has joined Tottenham Hotspur in a £65 million transfer from Bournemouth. He has signed a six-year contract with the club. This is a record transfer fee for Spurs and a record sale for Bournemouth.

The transfer is part of a rating system by The Athletic, where experts rate senior Premier League transfers in categories like tactical fit, gaming rating, season rating, financial value rating, and risk or reward. Solanke’s tactical fit at Tottenham is rated at 71, indicating his compatibility with the team’s playing style. His gaming rating is 74. Last season, he scored 19 goals and provided three assists, improving from the previous season. The financial value rating is 57, considering factors like market value, squad cost, contract sensibility, and resale value. Solanke’s transfer is seen as a potential risk but also as a rewarding move for Tottenham, as he is an established Premier League striker.