Tottenham boss Thomas Frank is fast earning plenty of admirers for his work at N17 so far, and some players have gone up another level since his arrival.
Thomas Frank slowly transforming Tottenham after Ange Postecoglou era
Ange Postecoglou, despite a torrid 24/25 season in the Premier League, had his own loyal section of Spurs supporters after the Australian helped to end Spurs' 17-year wait for a major trophy last season.
Postecoglou also endeared himself to members of the Lilywhites fanbase with his personality, memorable quotes and 'no-nonsense' demanour, whilst those within the Spurs squad appeared to have a very strong relationship with Frank's predecessor, including Yves Bissouma, who described the tactician as a father figure.
The likes of Pedro Porro, Dominic Solanke, Son Heung-min, Guglielmo Vicario and more posted emotional tributes to Postecoglou after ex-chairman Daniel Levy and the board made the decision to part company, but since his departure, Frank has begun to steadily transform Tottenham.
Tottenham's fragility defensively was a key complaint of Postecoglou's tenure, and there is little denying that the north Londoners look far more assured in that respect under Frank.
Spurs have conceded just six goals in Frank's first nine games in all competitions, and two of them came against European champions PSG in the UEFA Super Cup final.
Bar a disappointing 1-0 loss at home to Bournemouth, Tottenham have displayed real character when under the cosh too — mounting comebacks in each of their last two Premier League games against Brighton and Wolves.
Their very convincing 2-0 win away to Man City, where summer signing Joao Palhinha dominated the midfield, and 3-0 trouncing of London rivals West Ham were only overshadowed by the performances of some star players.
Barcelona are still regretting their botched deal for Lucas Bergvall, according to reports in Spain, with the midfield sensation, Palhinha, Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, Pape Sarr and others standing out among Tottenham's best-performers of the season thus far.
A special nod also must go to Richarlison, who struggled with injuries under Postecoglou last season but has since found a new lease of life.
The Brazil international boasts three goals and an assist from his opening six league matches, replacing the injured Solanke with real aplomb, but Spurs chiefs may soon need to make a key call about his future.
The 28-year-old's contract expires in 2027, meaning that Tottenham could be forced to sell on the cheap unless they agree an extension.
Richarlison could join Crystal Palace from Tottenham in £20m deal
As per BolaVip and journalist Alexsander Vieira, as relayed by Sport Witness, Crystal Palace are seen as a realistic destination for Richarlison if Spurs opt to sell — and the striker could go for around £20-25 million.
A return home to Flamengo is also touted, but Palace are seen as the likelier option, with Richarlison also having one eye on a place in Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil squad for the 2026 World Cup next year.
Frank has already made his stance on Richarlison crystal clear, and the player himself has apparently expressed his commitment to Spurs.
However, given Richarlison's contract situation, CEO Vinai Vinkatesham and the new-look Spurs boardroom could take the decision out of both their hands.