It is non-negotiable that Tottenham Hotspur need to recruit new signings this summer ahead of Thomas Frank's first full campaign in charge, with the Dane looking to build on Ange Postecoglou's historic Europa League triumph.
Spurs' memorable night in Bilbao at the end of last month ended their 17-year-long wait for a piece of major silverware whilst simultaneously gifting them a spot in next season's Champions League draw.
Their place in Europe's most prestigious competition has been described as "huge" in terms of their recruitment plans, and it means that chairman Daniel Levy no longer has to adopt a 'sell to buy' policy (Sky Sports).
The Lilywhites have already put their European financial windfall to good use, striking a permanent deal for Mathys Tel last weekend for a cut-price £30 million fee, and he's unlikely to be their last winger signing.
Tottenham have apparently approached West Ham over signing Mohammed Kudus, who they're prepared to pay £50 million for, whilst the likes of Man City star Jack Grealish, Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo, Southampton's Tyler Dibling and Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo have all been linked this week.
Grealish's £300,000-per-week wages are a stumbling block in potential Spurs talks for the England international, while West Ham are thought to want around £65 million for Kudus as well.
Even the teenage Dibling could cost as much as £51 million to prise away from St. Mary's, so quality wingers with Premier League experience are likely to come at a premium.
The need for another wide player is exacerbated by reports that Son could leave Tottenham this summer, and Mbeumo in particular is believed to be a "priority" target for Frank.
Tottenham have "firm offer on the table" for Bryan Mbeumo
That is according to inews, who also report that Mbeumo has a "firm offer on the table" to join Spurs before deadline day on September 1.
While Man United remain in pole position to sign the Cameroonian as things stand, the Red Devils still need to "significantly" increase their opening bid of £55 million, which has been called nowhere near Brentford's valuation of their top scorer last season.
inews echo a recent report by Fabrizio Romano that Spurs made Mbeumo's signing a priority as soon as Frank came through the door, and the 25-year-old is still tempted by the prospect of a reunion with his former manager amid United's pursuit.
Mbeumo's 20-goal haul in all competitions last term makes him a very attractive potential signing for Levy, especially considering Son's links with a move to Saudi Arabia, but other reports claim the Bees value their star man at around £70 million.
“The big praise goes to Bryan," said Frank during their time together at the Gtech Community Stadium, via The Athletic.
"He has grown more and more to be a key player for us. He works so hard, he’s a fantastic pressing player and can score goals and get assists, but maybe lacked enough goals. He works very hard on his finishing.”