4. Emmanuel Adebayor
Alternatively, another Spurs striker Villa could bring in to replace Benteke next season is Emmanuel Adebayor. As
we reported today, Spurs are favourites to sign Benteke and will do everything within their power to see the deal go through - even if it means
offering their players as part-exchange. Last month, it was reported that the Lilywhites were plotting a £20 million-plus-Adebayor offer to Villa in order to land the Belgian international, and if Adebayor can recapture his form, it's another deal that could work in both club's favour. The Togo striker struggled at White Hart Lane last season and no longer factors into manager Andre Villas-Boas' plans at White Hart Lane, though did impress in his debut season at Spurs while on loan from Manchester City in 2011-12. Then, he netted 17 Premier League goals, which convinced Tottenham to make his stay permanent, and he could still be a valuable acquisition for Villa if he ends up at the Midlands club next season. Like Benteke, he is a powerful forward with a keen eye for goal - and if he can rediscover his shooting boots could be a decent replacement for the Belgian.