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Tottenham interested in Leicester striker Islam Slimani as they step up hunt for Harry Kane replacement

Tottenham could reportedly pursue a move for Leicester striker Islam Slimani as they ramp up their search for cover up front.

Spurs manager Jose Mourinho is desperately targeting a replacement for the injured Harry Kane, who will miss most of the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a ruptured tendon in his left hamstring.

And after going three games without scoring in the Premier League, Tottenham are now interested in signing Leicester and Algeria striker Slimani - according to the Telegraph.

Leicester striker Islam Slimani, currently on loan at Monaco, has interest from Tottenham
Leicester striker Islam Slimani, currently on loan at Monaco, has interest from Tottenham

The 31-year-old is currently plying his trade on loan at Monaco in Ligue 1 but Aston Villa were reportedly interested in cutting his move short.