Update On Tottenham Hotspur And Their Pursuit Of This La Liga Winger: Should Frank Move In For Him? | OneFootball

Speaking on the Inside Track podcast, journalist Pete O’Rourke offered an update on Tottenham Hotspur and their pursuit of Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo. O’Rourke said,

“He’s been continually linked with the move to the Premier League with Tottenham, Liverpool over the years, Aston Villa as well.

“Top young player who’s done really well for Real Sociedad. So, it’s no surprise that the top European clubs are looking at the Japanese international as well.

“He has got a release clause in his contract, so it would be straightforward if Tottenham wanted to go and sign him in January.

“£52million, it’s not a cheap deal by any stretch of the imagination. So, that will come into consideration if Tottenham are to firm up their interest in Kubo as well.”

Kubo’s Recent Form In La Liga

The Japan international has caught the eye at times with his performances on the right side of Real Sociedad’s attack this season. Kubo has scored one goal in ten matches for the Spanish club in this campaign so far across multiple competitions.

TOYOTA, JAPAN – NOVEMBER 14: Takefusa Kubo of Japan in action during the international friendly match between Japan and Ghana at Toyota Stadium on November 14, 2025 in Toyota, Aichi, Japan. (Photo by Toru Hanai/Getty Images)

The 24-year-old has managed to shine at times in the final third by averaging 1.92 shots per 90 minutes in La Liga. He has kept 33.3% of his attempts on target. However, Kubo needs to improve his ball distribution after completing just 71.1% of his attempted passes in the Spanish first division (stats via fbref.com).

Should Tottenham Hotspur Boss Thomas Frank Move In For Kubo?

Kubo is a good dribbler with the ball at his feet and can make some driving runs with it out in the wide areas. He can strike the ball with power from long range and has got the vision to engineer some inviting chances in the final third.

However, the Japan international has to find a way to be more consistent in front of the opponent’s goal. Plus, there are some concerns over whether he can cope with the physical side and high intensity of the Premier League.

We can expect Kubo to bring more quality and depth to Tottenham boss Thomas Frank’s attack. He is good enough to compete for a regular first-team spot at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

At 24, Kubo will only get better with each season. Thus, the North London club would be wise to move in for him this January or next summer.