Tottenham news: Where is Frank looking to upgrade in January?

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Our senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel has been answering your questions on Tottenham. In the third part, he discusses Spurs' potential January transfer plans.

Trevor asked: There has been some criticism of Vicario for a while now, mainly his decision making on corners and crosses. Should the club be looking at an alternative keeper in January or maybe give Antonin Kinsky more of an opportunity?

Sami: I have to disagree here Trevor. I think Vicario is an excellent modern day goalkeeper.

I get your point for sure, there have been moments when he's appeared susceptible in his own area – particularly when his area is congested. But as a shot-stopper he is very good and he is comfortable in possession, which is a key component for goalkeepers in today's game.

I don't believe a new goalkeeper will be a priority for Tottenham anytime soon. With regards to Kinsky – he made a very promising start to life at Spurs when he arrived in January. He played regularly under then manager Ange Postecoglou because Vicario was a long-term injury absentee.

But I've been told that his performances dropped off, even in training, once Vicario moved closer to fitness. That certainly raised an alarm for the previous coaching team.

Ole asked: Which positions is Frank looking to upgrade in January and how much of the £100m investment he got will he spend?

Sami: You'd imagine a new centre-back to apply genuine pressure on to Cristian Romero and Mickey van de Ven will be among Frank's priorities. Romero and Van de Ven are up there with the best partnerships in the division, but strength in depth at centre-back is an area that needs work.

Looking at the squad they may be lighter than they'd like in attacking areas – but the returns to fitness of Dominic Solanke and Randal Kolo Muani should help ease those concerns.

What Tottenham should, and I expect will, be looking to commit money towards is the permanent signing of Joao Palhinha. The Portuguese has been excellent since his initial arrival from Bayern Munich on a loan deal – his full-time signing should be a no-brainer.

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