Tottenham Hotspur is a club with a number of elite-level attackers, many of whom have won the hearts of supporters in the process.
Harry Kane will remain the Lilywhites’ all-time top scorer and his incredible numbers over a decade in north London back up that claim.
The Englishman scored 280 goals in 435 appearances for the club, breaking the long-standing goalscoring record held by the late Jimmy Greaves.
He also forged a strong partnership with Son Heung-min during their time in the first team, with the pair combining 47 times, the most in Premier League history.
However, current manager Thomas Frank is unable to rely on either star player after taking over in the offseason, as both have been sold in recent years.
Many other teams now have players with similar characteristics, and they often have consistent results against them in the Premier League.
The pain Bukayo Saka caused Spurs in the PL
The North London derby is one of the first dates on the calendar every Spurs fan looks at every year, and matches like this are hugely important from a bragging point.
Winger Bukayo Saka has certainly been the envy of Lilywhites supporters over the past few years, with the Englishman performing well against them.
He has helped Mikel Arteta’s side to a number of victories in recent clashes between the sides, causing pain for the Lilywhites’ faithful as a result.
Since making his debut for the Gunners five years ago, he has appeared in 10 games against Spurs, finding the back of the net in 50 per cent of his appearances.
From solo performances like the one seen in their April 2024 clash to assisting Gabriel in their clash at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Saka has always proven to be a nuisance.
Given the level he has achieved in the Premier League over the past few years, the Lilywhites faithful would no doubt have hoped to have a player of his caliber in their ranks.
Spurs star who could be answer to Saka
Spurs manager Frank currently has a number of attacking options at his disposal, but many have failed to live up to expectations so far in the 2025/26 season.
Brennan Johnson has fallen down the pecking order following the Dane’s arrival, starting just five of the club’s 11 league games in the Premier League this season.
The Welshman scored just two goals, but this was nowhere near the level of last season, when he found the back of the net 18 times across all competitions.
His failure has given young players such as Wilson Odbert a chance to impress in north London, but there is no doubt the manager wants more options on the left.
Son’s departure leaves the team with an elite level of talent, leaving a huge void for one player who could potentially fill a long-term future under Frank.
Mikey Moore could very well be a beneficiary in the coming years, and the teenager deserves consistent first-team form in order to reach his full potential.
The 18-year-old took advantage of an injury crisis last season to make 19 appearances in all competitions and also scored his first senior goal in the Europa League.
However, he has been sent on loan to Rangers this season with the aim of gaining valuable first-team minutes elsewhere, helping his development and building on last season’s success.
The teenager showed glimpses of that quality during his temporary stint in Scotland, before scoring his first goal for Danny Rolle’s side against Dundee last weekend.
Basic numbers such as 1.7 successful dribbles per 90 and 7.7 ball recoveries per 90 further demonstrate his all-round talent. This is extremely rare considering his young age.
Mikey Moore – Rangers stats (25/26) | |
|---|---|
Statistics (every 90) | tally |
games played | 9 |
goals and assists | 2 |
Dribbling completed | 1.7 |
Number of balls collected | 7.7 |
shot taken | 1.7 |
Pass accuracy | 76% |
An opportunity has arisen | 1.2 |
won an aerial battle | 80% |
Statistics by FotMob | |
Moore’s performances at Rangers have already received huge praise from analysts around Spurs, with one rating the winger as “the best prospect in the country”.
But it is vital the club lives up to the youngster’s expectations if he is to reach the level that many, especially around North London, know he is capable of achieving.
Nevertheless, Moore’s rise through the academy and immediate impact as a teenager is very similar to Saka’s rise at Arsenal, so there is reason for fans to be excited.
Like his compatriot, he had the tools to make a name for himself in the North London derby and subsequently gave fans memories to cherish in such an iconic match.
If he continues on his current trajectory, there’s no reason the youngster can’t play a big role in Spurs’ first team, and Frank could win another silver medal in the near future.
