Tottenham boss Thomas Frank and CEO Vinai Venkatesham are in agreement over Spurs' latest new deal, with another player penning a new contract with the club.
Tottenham sealing contract extensions for key players and prospects
This week, highly-rated young attacking midfielder Luca Williams-Barnett became the latest player to commit his future to Spurs, signing his first professional contract with the club soon after making his senior debut against Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup.
The teenager has been a standout in Spurs' youth set up over the last 12 months, specifically for their Under-18s, and even won the Under-18 Premier League Goal of the Season award for an outstanding strike against Leicester City.
Williams-Barnett joins Tynan Thompson, Dante Cassanova, George Abbott, Yusuf Akhamrich and Callum Olusesi on the list of exciting Lilywhites prospects to pen extensions this year, while senior players are also being rewarded.
Indeed, Mikey Moore, Djed Spence and Cristian Romero agreed fresh terms to remain at Spurs in the last few months, with the latter's deal proving to be a major boost for Frank after he was repeatedly linked to Atletico Madrid in the summer.
Reports suggest that Tottenham are prepared to double Micky van de Ven's wages in a bid to agree an extension for Romero's centre-back partner too, amid rumoured interest from Real Madrid and even Chelsea.
The Dutchman's deal expires in 2029 as things stand, so there is no great rush there with Spurs still in a very strong position, but the same couldn't be said for mainstay midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur.
The former Juventus star has impressed alongside summer signing Joao Palhinha in the middle of the park, and those within the club believe they've formed a stellar partnership since Frank's arrival at N17 (Ben Jacobs).
Bentancur has started four out of Tottenham's first six Premier League games this season, not to mention every cup game.
As such, Tottenham have been in talks with Bentancur over extending his stay.
Tottenham agree new Rodrigo Bentancur deal
Barcelona were believed to be keen on Bentancur earlier this year, going as far as to hold talks with the South American's camp (The Boy Hotspur), but Hansi Flick's side, alongside other suitors, have been dealt a blow.
Graeme Bailey, speaking to TBR Football, reported that Bentancur was close to signing a Tottenham contract extension after Frank and CEO Venkatesham reached an agreement with eachother that he should remain in North London.
"Thomas Frank made it clear he wanted him to stay beyond this season, and new footballing chief Vinai Venkatesham was in agreement, and now the deal is close to being signed," Bailey said about Bentancur.
“Frank is very happy with Bentancur and Joao Palhinha in midfield and the way he can bring in others around them.”
Now, Spurs have announced the deal is complete, with the Uruguayan signing a "long term" contract and Frank "extremely happy" after his previous deal was due to expire in 2026.
Last season, he played a key role as Tottenham reached the Europa League final and ended their 17-year wait for a major trophy, and Bentancur has been equally useful to Frank this term.
The Dane, speaking to media in September, made his feelings about the former Serie A star crystal clear.
“I think first and foremost, I am very happy with Rodri," Frank said.
"He has been a very good player for us, a top professional in every aspect. I am happy with him, he is happy with being here. I know that for a fact. Let us see what is going to happen in the future.”