Tottenham Hotspur are set for a busy end to the summer transfer window
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Tottenham Hotspur have embarked on a new era under the guidance of Thomas Frank. The Dane was picked as their replacement for Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked at the end of last season. Prior to his move, he caught the eye with fellow Premier League side Brentford.
Spurs finished down in 17th place in the table last term. They need to compete higher up the league this time around with the new campaign now underway. Here is a look at their best starting XI if they can complete deals for their targets before the deadline...
Tottenham Hotspur defensive department
Guglielmo Vicario (£17.2m), Pedro Porro (£35m), Micky van de Ven (£43m), Ronald Araujo (£42.5m), Djed Spence (£20m)
Spurs’ number one Guglielmo Vicario is now his first third year at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. He joined back in 2023 from Empoli and has since made a positive impression. The stopper had a couple of injury niggles last season so will be hoping to stay out of the treatment room now.
Pedro Porro and Djed Spence are two players who like to get up and down the flanks of defence. Their pace and power can cause issues to opposition defenders. Frank will be hoping that the duo can both chip in with plenty of assists over the coming weeks and months.
Mickey van de Ven is still only 24-years-old and has bags of potential to improve even more down the line. He joined the London club back in 2023 and has since played 52 matches altogether, chipping in with three goals from the back. The Holland international, who has 12 caps to his name, will also be eager to stay as injury free as possible over the coming months.
Spurs are believed to be interested in Barcelona centre-back Ronald Araujo along with Chelsea. He would give Frank more competition and depth at the back and another option to pick from. His price tag is said to be around the £42.5million range.
Tottenham Hotspur attacking ranks
Joao Palhinha (loan), Rodrigo Bentancur (£21.5m), Savinho (£50m), Eberechi Eze (£68m), Brennan Johnson (£47.5m), Mathys Tel (£30m)
Spurs have landed former Fulham man Joao Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich. The midfielder has been given the green light to leave the Allianz Arena on a temporary basis to get some game time. He was a hit during his days at Craven Cottage and will now be looking to recapture his form.
Rodrigo Bentancur injects more balance into the Whites’ starting XI. He is capable of creating chances for the more attacking players ahead of him on the pitch. The 28-year-old is an experienced operator who has played over 350 games in his career to date.
Spurs are interested in landing winger Savinho from Manchester City and he should get the nod ahead of Mohamed Kudus. He is reportedly valued at £50million and has only been at the Etihad Stadium since last year. However, he may find minutes hard to come by in this campaign under Pep Guardiola.
Frank’s side are after Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze, who has a release clause of £68 million. He has been one of the Eagles’ most precious assets over recent times. The England international helped them win the FA Cup against the odds this year under the guidance of Oliver Glasner.
Brennan Johnson and Mathys Tel then make up Spurs’ team at the top end of the pitch. The latter linked up with them back in January to strengthen their ranks. He joined on loan from Bayern Munich and went on to find the net on three occasions in 20 matches before his transfer was later made a permanent one.