Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has “given the green light” for the club to sign Stade Rennais forward Arnaud Kalimuendo, according to ESPN.
Though he guided Spurs to their first piece of silverware in 17 years, Ange Postecoglou was sacked by the club just weeks after lifting the Europa League trophy. Despite such an accomplishment, the Lilywhites struggled in the Premier League under the Australian, losing 22 of their 38 games last season.
As such, the North London side decided to make a change and in doing so, appointed Thomas Frank as Postecoglou’s successor. The Dane, who spent seven years with Brentford and established them in the Premier League, has proven that he is a tactically flexible manager who, in theory, will have a positive impact on Spurs.
Tottenham have been linked with a number of players since Frank arrived, as he will need reinforcements to better implement his footballing philosophies. Now, it would appear that Frank has personally asked Spurs to sign this particular player.
Tottenham Want Kalimuendo
Forward impressed in Ligue 1 last season
According to ESPN, Frank has “given the green light to a potential move” for Stade Rennais’ Arnaud Kalimuendo. The forward, who can play either behind, or as, the striker, enjoyed a brilliant 2024/25 campaign and at just 23 years old, will only grow as a player in the years to come.
Kalimuendo, who ESPN reported is valued at £35 million by Rennes, “prefers a move to England” if he is to leave France and could have the perfect opportunity with Spurs. Their place in next season’s Champions League will serve as a massive incentive for the player, just as playing in the English top flight would.
Whether Spurs agree a deal for Kalimuendo, who has been described as a "real killer," remains to be seen, but the French youth international would be a smart signing for the Lilywhites as they look to improve on such a poor domestic campaign.
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