Mikey Moore’s proposed loan move to Cologne has reportedly been delayed, with Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi said to be blocking the deal from being finalised until the club add attacking reinforcements.
According to BILD Rhineland via Sport Witness, the young winger is close to another temporary move after spending last season on loan at Rangers. Cologne are understood to be waiting for Tottenham’s approval before the transfer can proceed.
Tottenham’s attacking plans are holding up the move
The reported obstacle is Tottenham’s desire to strengthen their attacking options before allowing Moore to leave. De Zerbi is said to want another attacking signing in place before sanctioning the loan.
That leaves Moore’s prospective move dependent on Tottenham’s transfer business rather than an issue with Cologne’s interest. The report indicates that the Bundesliga club remain calm about the situation.
Cologne still expect Moore to arrive
Cologne are still said to expect the season-long loan to go through at a later date. The proposed deal has therefore not been presented as abandoned, but as delayed while Tottenham assess their attacking depth.
For now, Moore remains at Tottenham as the club consider potential additions. Any approval for his move to Cologne is expected to follow progress on those attacking reinforcements.
