Tottenham have joined West Ham in the race for Roma forward Edin Dzeko, according to reports.
The Bosnian has been hugely successful in the Italian capital, netting 80 goals in 159 games for the Serie A side.
And according to La Repubblica, Roma’s marskman is now one of Mauricio Pochettino’s targets as a short-term replacement for the injured Harry Kane.
The Spurs boss has been dealt blow after blow this week, with Heung-Min Son out-of-action for his side due to the Asian Cup, Kane sidelined until early March and most recently Moussa Sissoko ruled out for at least a fortnight with a groin strain.
Dzeko would not be the worst attacking option to turn to as he has proved he can cut it in England’s top flight.
In three-and-a-half seasons with Manchester City he scored 50 goals in 130 appearances.
The striker’s contract at Roma has 18 months left to run and Roma may be willing to cash in on their talisman or could risk losing him for free next summer.
However, West Ham are also reportedly interested in his services.
Dzeko won the title under the current Hammers boss Manuel Pellegrini and he may follow in Samir Nasri’s footsteps and reunite with his former boss.
However, a move for Dzeko will depend on whether Hammers striker Marko Arnautovic moves to China.
The West Ham forward has been left out of Pellegrini’s squad to face Bournemouth on Saturday, increasing further speculation on his future.