Tottenham have been linked with a move for Villarreal striker Georges Mikautadze – but who is he, and what could he bring to De Zerbi’s side? Let’s find out.Tottenham Hotspur remain busy in the transfer market this summer despite having completed six new signings.Spurs’ transfer activity has seen them splash the cash, spending £237 million on Mateus Fernandes, Jan Paul van Hecke and Sandro Tonali, while Andy Robertson, Martin Dubravka and Marcos Senesi arrived on free transfers.However, Tottenham remain keen to bolster their attacking options this summer and appear to be targeting two or three more additions.Several strikers have been linked with Tottenham over the last couple of weeks, including Victor Osimhen, Cody Gakpo, Dusan Vlahovic and Georges Mikautadze.Mikautadze is the latest player to be linked with Spurs as they continue to weigh up their options. But who is the forward? Let us take a closer look.Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty ImagesWho is Tottenham target Georges Mikautadze?Georges Mikautadze is a 25-year-old forward who currently plays for Villarreal and the Georgia national team. Although born in France, he represents Georgia internationally and has developed into one of Europe’s most versatile attacking players.Capable of playing through the middle or in wider attacking roles, Mikautadze has built a reputation for his movement, clinical finishing and ability to influence matches both as a goalscorer and creator.Georges Mikautadze’s career journeyMikautadze began his footballing journey with FC Gerland before joining Lyon’s academy at a young age. He later moved to Metz in 2016, where he continued his development before making his senior debut in Ligue 1 during the 2019-20 season.Regular first-team opportunities proved difficult to come by initially, leading to two successful loan spells with Belgian side Seraing. Those moves transformed his career, with the striker scoring goals at an outstanding rate and helping the club earn promotion while also winning individual honours.His breakthrough came after returning to Metz for the 2022-23 campaign. Mikautadze finished as Ligue 2’s top scorer and was named the division’s best player after leading Metz back to the French top flight.Ajax move did not go to planHis performances earned him a move to Ajax in the summer of 2023, with the Dutch club reportedly paying an initial €16 million (around £13.7 million) for his signature.However, his spell in Amsterdam never really took off. Mikautadze struggled for regular opportunities, made only a handful of appearances and failed to score before returning to Metz on loan midway through the season.Back in familiar surroundings, he rediscovered his best form by scoring 13 goals in just 20 appearances during the second half of the campaign, although he could not prevent Metz from suffering relegation.Lyon and Villarreal helped revive Mikautadze’s careerMikautadze returned to Lyon in the summer of 2024 after rejecting a move elsewhere, signing for his former club before continuing his development in Ligue 1.He later joined Villarreal ahead of the 2025-26 season, where he adapted quickly to Spanish football. The Georgian finished as the club’s leading league goalscorer with 13 goals and was named La Liga Player of the Month in February 2026 after an impressive run of form.His performances also saw him score in the UEFA Champions League and establish himself as one of the division’s standout debutants.Georges Mikautadze’s international recordDespite being born in France, Mikautadze has always represented Georgia at senior level after receiving his first call-up in 2021.He has played a major role in the country’s recent rise on the international stage, helping Georgia qualify for UEFA Euro 2024 – their first-ever major tournament.Mikautadze enjoyed a remarkable tournament in Germany, scoring against Turkey, the Czech Republic and Portugal as Georgia reached the knockout stages. He finished the competition as one of the joint top scorers with three goals.His international performances also earned him the Order of Honor from the President of Georgia following the tournament.What type of striker is Tottenham target Mikautadze?Mikautadze is regarded as a mobile, intelligent forward who thrives in and around the penalty area. While capable of leading the line, he is equally comfortable drifting into wider positions or dropping deeper to link play.His pace, movement and finishing have consistently made him a reliable goalscorer throughout his career, while his adaptability across the front line makes him an attractive option for clubs looking to strengthen their attacking depth.Why Tottenham are interested in MikautadzeWith Roberto De Zerbi confirming Tottenham want to strengthen their attacking options before the transfer window closes, Mikautadze fits the profile of a forward entering the prime years of his career.Having already proven himself in France, Belgium, Spain and on the international stage, the Georgian offers experience, versatility and a proven goalscoring record that could appeal to Spurs as they continue exploring striker options.READ MORE: Tottenham fans urge Spurs to sign 21-year-old alternative as Savinho talks stallThe post Who is Tottenham target Georges Mikautadze? 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