Tottenham linked with Younes Ebnoutalib as Frankfurt striker’s future comes under scrutiny

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with Eintracht Frankfurt striker Younes Ebnoutalib following the 23-year-old's impressive start to the 2026-27 season.

The German-born forward, who has Moroccan heritage, has scored eight goals and provided two assists in 11 appearances across the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal.

However, German outlet 90min has reportedly questioned whether a Premier League move would be the right decision at this stage of his development.

The publication's reported view is that Ebnoutalib and Frankfurt would both benefit from continuing their partnership rather than pursuing an early transfer.

Ebnoutalib joined Eintracht Frankfurt from SV Elversberg at the beginning of 2026, making his Bundesliga debut against Borussia Dortmund on 9 January.

His rise has been particularly notable given his earlier experience in Germany's lower divisions.

The striker has since established himself as an increasingly important attacking option for Frankfurt.

This season, he has scored six goals and registered one assist in nine Bundesliga appearances, adding two goals and an assist in the DFB-Pokal.

His physical presence, movement and finishing ability have made him a difficult opponent for Bundesliga defenders.

Ebnoutalib also has a strong personal connection with Frankfurt.

On the club's official website, he describes representing Eintracht as a childhood dream and says the club makes him feel at home.

Tottenham have reportedly identified the forward as a potential attacking target, although there is no independently confirmed offer or evidence of advanced negotiations.

According to the assessment attributed to 90min, leaving Frankfurt so soon could disrupt Ebnoutalib's development.

The striker has only recently established himself in Germany's top flight, and remaining in familiar surroundings could provide greater stability.

Frankfurt also have reasons to retain a player whose goalscoring form has increased his importance to the team.

A longer stay could allow Ebnoutalib to develop further while potentially strengthening the club's position in any future transfer negotiations.

Tottenham, meanwhile, would need to consider how the forward would fit into Roberto De Zerbi's attacking plans.

A move to the Premier League could offer significant opportunities, but regular playing time would not be guaranteed.

Although reports suggest Ebnoutalib would prefer to remain at Frankfurt, that position has not been independently confirmed.

For now, any Tottenham move remains speculative.

Frankfurt return to Bundesliga action against Hoffenheim on 21 November, giving Ebnoutalib another opportunity to build on his goalscoring form.