DOMINIC Solanke has completed his big-money move from Cherries to Tottenham Hotspur.

Solanke joins Spurs for an initial £55million, which could rise to £65m. Either way, it is a record fee received by Cherries for a player, eclipsing the £41m Manchester City paid for Nathan Ake in 2020.

It is understood 20 per cent of the fee will be due to Solanke’s former club Liverpool, who Cherries signed him from for around £19m in January 2019.

Solanke, the current holder of the Daily Echo/Micky Cave trophy, scored 77 goals in 216 games for Cherries, including 19 goals in the Premier League last season.

Cherries chief executive Neill Blake said: “When we identified Dominic as a target and brought him to the club five years ago, we did so with the understanding that this was always a possibility. 

“As he began to realise the great potential we knew he had, it quickly became in the club’s best interest to protect his value and so we were delighted to agree terms on a new contract last summer.

“After Dominic’s performances for us - in particular his impressive 2023/24 season - it has come as no surprise that a team of Tottenham’s calibre has shown an interest.

“This move has developed quickly but Dominic has remained professional throughout and I’d like to thank him for that. 

“It’s a testament to the character he has always shown while at this club, on and off the pitch.

“His development since arriving in 2019 is a credit to his work rate and endeavour, as well as the platform AFC Bournemouth gives young talent to grow.

“We’re pleased to secure a club record fee for Dominic and he also leaves with everyone’s sincere well wishes at AFC Bournemouth.”