Tottenham Hotspur could turn to an unexpected solution to their early-season scoring problems, with reports suggesting that Roberto De Zerbi's side are considering a move for Mauro Icardi.The Argentine striker, now 33, is without a club after bringing his four-year spell at Galatasaray to an end. According to Cronache di Spogliatoio, Spurs are examining the possibility of bringing in the experienced forward on a short-term deal as they search for a way out of their alarming goalscoring drought.Tottenham's start to life under De Zerbi has been particularly difficult in front of goal. The North London club have failed to score in any of their first four Premier League matches, despite making a significant investment in their squad during the summer transfer window.🚨 Tottenham Hotspur are now the latest club to be linked to Argentine striker Mauro Icardi, with the 33-year-old available as a free agent after leaving Galatasaray in July.Spurs need goals and are exploring every avenue possible to find goals. (Source: Calciomercato) pic.twitter.com/3heax9sqzN— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) September 17, 2026 Spurs spent heavily to reinforce their ranks, splashing £100 million on Sandro Tonali, £85 million on Mateus Fernandes and another £85 million on winger Savio. They also brought in Omar Marmoush from Manchester City on loan, with the agreement reportedly containing a £60 million obligation to buy.Marmoush, however, is still waiting for his first Tottenham goal. The Egypt international has started against Newcastle, Nottingham Forest and Liverpool, including the 3-1 defeat to the Reds, where he offered flashes of his quality but ultimately failed to get on the scoresheet.The situation is no better with Dominic Solanke, who has yet to find the net in his first five appearances of the campaign.##EDITORS_CHOICE##Meanwhile, Richarlison remains out of the first-team picture following a serious fallout with the club. The Brazilian has not played since Tottenham's 3-0 defeat to Brentford on the opening day, leaving De Zerbi with increasingly limited options in attack.That is where Icardi could come into the picture. The former Inter and Paris Saint-Germain striker is available as a free agent following his departure from Galatasaray, where he enjoyed a highly productive spell and helped the club win four Super Lig titles.Tottenham are not the only club keeping tabs on the veteran forward. Journalist Nahuel Ferreira claims that Greek giants Olympiacos made 'formal contacts' last week in an attempt to bring Icardi to the club. A deal has yet to materialize, though, with his salary demands proving to be a significant obstacle. Icardi is reportedly looking for wages of around £8.6 million per year.Three Lions get their stars back: TAA and Palmer returnThe Argentine has enjoyed a trophy-laden career, winning two Ligue 1 titles with PSG before adding four Turkish league crowns during his time at Galatasaray. Now, with Tottenham searching desperately for goals, the experienced striker could find himself with another unexpected opportunity in European football.##NAJAVA_MECA_9968560##