Tottenham get rejected by a former Arsenal man: What’s next?

Spanish outlet Fichajes reports that Tottenham Hotspur have identified Serge Gnabry as a top target. They want to strengthen the attack during the current January window. The North London club are looking for a versatile forward to cover several spots up front. This makes the experienced Bayern Munich man a perfect fit for the system.

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Still, the move has hit a major wall. The former Arsenal winger reportedly turned down the chance to head back to London this month because he wants to stay in Germany for now.

This decision effectively ends any chance of him moving to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium today. Because of this, the Spurs bosses must look at other names to find a new goal-scorer before the deadline shuts tonight.

Versatility vs. Loyalty: The Gnabry Problem

The 30-year-old attacker is having a good run in the Bundesliga. He has seven goals and eight assists in 26 games so far in the 2025/26 season. Even with those numbers, Gnabry’s time in Munich has been up and down. Bad stretches of form often come right after he looks world-class. Since his contract is down to its last six months, the German international sits in a very strong spot to pick his next move.

Tottenham are desperate for someone who can fill the big gap Son Heung-min left. This is a huge deal because the club just sold Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace. The Lilywhites won the 2024/25 Europa League, but the current squad is getting even thinner.

Both Richarlison and Randal Kolo Muani might leave soon. Gnabry has the skills to lead the line or play out wide, but his old ties to Arsenal likely make him think twice about joining their biggest rivals.

Spurs have to decide if they should move on to someone like Raheem Sterling or wait for Gnabry to become a free agent this summer. Staying put for now leaves the Londoners in a tight spot as they try to keep the season on track in both Europe and the Premier League.