Thomas Frank is still waiting for Daniel Levy to deliver him new signings at Tottenham.
Levy made his intentions of providing the first team with investment clear in a sit-down interview with Tottenham recently, but has yet to make true on his promise.
It is a familiar feeling for the Lilywhites, who are growing increasingly tired of hearing the same rhetoric being repeated by Levy without results.
Calls for his resignation have increased in both number and intensity over the years until Spurs’ UEFA Europa League triumph saw them briefly ebb away.
Tottenham’s inactivity so far this window risks reigniting the fuse, although Levy has shown that there is some value to his words, as news of a new transfer agreement emerges.
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Tottenham agree deal for Kōta Takai
It has been widely reported that Tottenham have agreed a £5million deal for Kawasaki Frontale’s Kōta Takai, a record fee for a player from the J1 League.
The centre-back is expected to join the first team straight away, adding to Frank’s list of available defenders at Spurs.
Levy has been praised for securing the deal as the 20-year-old is highly rated in Japan, for whom he has already won four caps.
Takai was crucial in helping Kawasaki Frontale reach the AFC Champions League Elite last season, as well as playing an integral part in helping his side win the J1 League in 2024.
And ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that Levy will have used his connections in Japan to secure a deal.
“Tottenham have had lots of interest from South Korea because of Son Heung-min,” King said.
“If this kid comes in, they’ll generate plenty of interest from Japanese supporters. Tottenham and Levy have had ties with Japan through Postecoglou, who managed in the country for several years.
“Of course, Osvaldo Ardiles and Steve Perryman both had a big impact on Japanese football too, and they’re still connected to Tottenham, so there are ties to Japan there.”
Spurs are capitalising on the Asian market
The incredible pull of Son’s iconic status in South Korea has opened Spurs’ eyes to the Asian market.
The captain has brought with him millions of fans from his home country and beyond, having become one of the greatest players ever to emerge from Asia.
Son is still the face of Tottenham despite being linked with an exit this summer, and last summer’s signing of Yang Min-hyeok and the club’s pursuit of Takai show that Levy is keen on continuing Spurs’ strong ties with Asian players.