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After the signing of Mohammed Kudus has effectively been completed, Tottenham Hotspur are now “turning attention” to Morgan Gibbs-White, according to David Ornstein. Signing the attacker with “fearless attitude” would be another huge coup for the Lilywhites, and represents the level of ambition that the board now have, and their faith in new manager Thomas Frank.

Tottenham Hotspur in for Morgan Gibbs-White After Completing Mohammed Kudus Move

High on Lists of Several Leading Clubs

Ornstein, of The Athletic, has revealed that Tottenham are now focusing on a move for Gibbs-White from Nottingham Forest. This comes after the £55 million move for Kudus, and so will not affect it. Ornstein outlines that Frank has been a “long-term admirer” of the Englishman, who is coming off the back of his best Premier League season to date.

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Meanwhile, the 25-year-old is reportedly also “high on the recruitment lists of several leading clubs”, suggesting that Spurs will have a tough battle to win his signature. Manchester City “strongly considered” a move, but landed on the acquisition of Rayan Cherki, who has managed a goal and an assist in 121 minutes for the Cityzens at the Club World Cup.

Where Do All These Attackers Fit In?

The signings of Gibbs-White and Kudus would add to the group of Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, Brennan Johnson, Mathys Tel, Wilson Odobert, and Son Heung-min as players who can play as supporting wide-players or attacking midfielders. Whilst the South Korean club captain may depart, Mikey Moore looks to break into the squad, and Manor Solomon’s destination is not yet confirmed.

However, whilst this may seem to be an overcrowded squad, Spurs head into an action-packed season in which they play Champions League football for the first time in two years. The reformed competition now has eight games in the first phase (alongside a likely play-off match) in which every fixture matters; with just eight automatic qualification spots, there are no longer low-stakes matchups at the end of the group/league stage.

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Tottenham’s attackers are also quite injury-prone, with many of last season’s cohort missing chunks of the season. More depth and rotation could be key to avoiding issues. Furthermore, Frank is a new manager, and some of Ange Postecoglou’s stars may not thrive under the Dane. Giving him plenty of options should enable the team to hit the ground running, which is desperately needed after years of inconsistency.

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a deal to sign West Ham United attacker Mohammed Kudus according to leading journalists Fabrizio Romano and David Ornstein.

Tottenham Hotspur Secure Signing of Mohammed Kudus

Kudus Costs Tottenham a Sizeable Fee

Thomas Frank’s side are reportedly paying around £55 million to secure the services of the Ghanaian international. Neither Romano nor Ornstein have made it clear as to whether there are any add-ons involved in the deal, but the initial fee already represents a significant outlay for a Tottenham side who are notoriously reluctant to spend big under Daniel Levy. According to Transfermarkt, Kudus will become, at least, the second most expensive signing in Tottenham’s history.

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The 24-year-old is set to sign a six-year deal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, thereby keeping him in North London for the prime of his career. Ornstein reports that the versatile attacker is due to have his medical on Thursday before the deal is finally confirmed, whilst Romano gave his “Here We Go”.

Despite rumoured interest from Chelsea, Kudus “only wanted Tottenham” according to Romano. The Blues may not be too unhappy about the transfer falling through as they have recently signed another young, yet Premier League-proven attacker in Joao Pedro.

Why Have Spurs Signed Kudus?

Although his performance levels this season may have dipped, Kudus clearly has tonnes of underlying talent. In fact, his manager at West Ham, Graham Potter, acknowledged this in an interview in February, saying that Kudus had been “brilliant“, but that this has not been recognised by the football world due to West Ham having a poor season.

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Although Spurs looked good at points under Ange Postecoglou, they majorly lacked strength in depth in all areas of the pitch. Kudus is able to play on either wing, in the number 10 position and as a striker which will help add to a high-potential Tottenham attack that includes the likes of James Maddison and Dominic Solanke.

The North London giants are also entering the Champions League this season, meaning they will have to cope with an even more vigorous fixture schedule than they did in the 2024/25 campaign. Kudus will therefore have plenty of opportunities to showcase his talent to Spurs fans; he has the potential to become a real fan favourite at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tottenham Hotspur’s 2024/25 season was largely forgettable until they defeated Manchester United in the Europa League final to qualify for the Champions League. Their 17th-place finish in the Premier League saw Ange Postecoglou replaced by Thomas Frank, who will be eager to help Spurs improve and compete well in Europe. According to Fabrizio Romano, West Ham player Mohammed Kudus is seemingly edging closer to joining them.

Tottenham Hotspur Aim to Strengthen With Mohammed Kudus Signing

Kudus Only Wants Spurs Move

Thomas Frank will be keen to strengthen the Spurs squad, and so far this summer, they’ve secured Mathys Tel’s permanent move from Bayern Munich. Kevin Danso has also joined from Ligue 1 team Lens, with fellow defender Luka Vuskovic signing from Hajduk Split.

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Now, it seems Mohammed Kudus could be next through the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium doors. According to Romano and other reports, Kudus’ “clear intention is to join Spurs.” He had been linked with a move to Chelsea, but it appears the Ghanaian international has said yes to the Spurs project. Club-to-club talks will continue soon, with the hope that a deal can be reached for Kudus to join Thomas Frank’s squad.

Qualities Mohammed Kudus Would Bring to Tottenham Hotspur

Kudus has previously been described as a “top talent,” and his close control and dribbling ability would surely excite the Tottenham faithful, who had little to celebrate last season. He would bring versatility to their attack, whether on either flank, in an attacking midfield role, or even as a striker.

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His low sense of gravity and speed ensure he glides past defenders effortlessly. This type of player would bring swagger back to a Spurs attack that lacked confidence throughout last season. Despite his abilities as an individual, he’s a good team player who links up well with his teammates, whether with short 1-2 passes or more ambitious long balls.

Fast, skilful and direct, Kudus would undoubtedly be embraced by the Tottenham Hotspur faithful.

Thomas Frank was appointed Head Coach at his new club on June 13, and the board have been looking to use their Europa League winning money to invest in his project. Many forward options have been discussed with Mathys Tel’s loan even made permanent, alongside the signing of young defender Kota Takai. Now, it appears that Tottenham Hotspur look to sign Mohammed Kudus as their first-choice this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur Want Mohammed Kudus as First-Choice After Bryan Mbeumo Chose Manchester United

Spurs Aim for Deal Well Below £85 Million Release Clause

Matt Law, of The Telegraph, has revealed that Kudus has been “identified as a primary target” for Tottenham. This comes after interest in many other Premier League forwards: they attempted a hijack of Manchester United’s quest to sign Bryan Mbeumo, but the Cameroonian informed the Lilywhites that he will only join the Red Devils.

They have also held a strong interest in Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo, and Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, however it now looks like a move for Kudus is the “most likely” signing. This may be because West Ham are reportedly willing to sell their star player to help finance a “summer rebuild” for Graham Potter, after a pretty dismal 2024/25 season. According to Fabrizio Romano, initial talks have taken place with his agents, with the player “open to Spurs talks”.

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Fans will be thankful to hear that Law also reports that Tottenham are “optimistic” to secure a deal that would be “well below” the Ghanaian’s £85 million release clause.

Where Does Kudus Play for Tottenham?

Kudus is a fantastically talented player, as shown by interest from other clubs like Chelsea. He is particularly useful in his ability to play all across the front-line. Across his career his primary position has been as a right-winger, though this is still in a minority of his games. The 24-year-old has played as an attacking-midfielder frequently, particularly in the season just gone, but has also played as a striker at times.

However, in North London he may actually be utilised as a left-winger. He has also played here very often due to Jarrod Bowen being on the right. For Tottenham, they already have Dominic Solanke at striker, James Maddison as a number ten, and Brennan Johnson on the right, with Dejan Kulusevski also interchanging with the latter two. Meanwhile, Son Heung-min is ageing and may even depart this summer, leaving a spot open on the left.

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Whilst his primary position will likely be on the left-wing, given the past injury troubles of Solanke, Maddison, Johnson, and Kulusevski, he will likely contribute in other areas of the pitch as well.

Thomas Frank’s new club have begun the summer transfer window by intending to support his new project with investment. This appeared to be a good sign for their future after a season in which Ange Postecoglou struggled to get results. However, Tottenham Hotspur have now been snubbed by Bryan Mbeumo, who would prefer a move to Manchester United.

Tottenham Hotspur Told Bryan Mbeumo Will Only Join Manchester United This Summer

Tottenham Deny Making Any Offer

David Ornstein, of The Athletic, has revealed that Mbeumo’s party has told both Tottenham and Brentford that he will not be making a move to North London this summer. In the case of a transfer, he will only join Manchester United. This is a huge blow for Spurs as the Cameroonian was a big target: after their hiring of Frank, the player was reportedly more keen on the move. Arsenal and Newcastle United have also held interest recently.

For United, they are still in talks, with their new £62.5 million proposal still falling short of Brentford’s valuation. The Red Devils are determined to find a compromise. Meanwhile, Spurs have denied rumours that they had made a bid for the player, and are “no longer pursuing the situation”. This stance will reportedly only change should United fail to complete the signing.

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It is yet to be seen whether this saga will end this summer: whilst United don’t need to sell before making the signing, they “plan to remain disciplined and avoid overpaying for players in the market”. This comes after years of high spending, but before a potential stadium expansion.

Is Antoine Semenyo Tottenham’s Answer?

The answer to Tottenham’s woes here may be Antoine Semenyo, who they have also been linked with. Another target of Manchester United’s, the Ghanaian also holds some very similar traits to their “monster” target. Capable of playing wide and up front, both players utilise their shooting ability from all areas.

Tottenham Hotspur are doing their best to prevent a Cristian Romero transfer to Atletico Madrid, despite both the player and the suitors seeming pretty keen on the move. This comes in yet another transition period for the club as Thomas Frank arrives at to unsettled team, which is not ideal given the pressure that will already be on the Dane.

Tottenham Hotspur ‘Refuse to Be Bullied’ Over Cristian Romero’s Potential Transfer to Atletico Madrid

Valuation of Over £60 Million

Matt Law of The Telegraph has revealed that Tottenham “refuse to be bullied into a cut-price sale” of Romero. Spurs value their centre-back at over £60 million, though there are “doubts” that Atleti would pay this. The Argentinian has been described as “disgruntled”, posting a tribute message to former coach Ange Postecoglou in response to the announcement of Frank’s hiring.

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Los Colchoneros have been putting public pressure on Tottenham, something that chairman Daniel Levy is not a fan of, as he prefers to do his business privately. Diego Simeone stated in an interview: “Do I want Cuti Romero? Of course. He’s a great player”. Whilst the 27-year-old appears to want to leave (saying just months ago “I’d love to play in La Liga”), and Atleti are keen to get their man, Spurs are “determined they will not be bullied into a cut-price sale”.

Losing a vice-captain alongside the potential departure of Son Heung-min (Captain) could be a big problem for Frank.

Tottenham Already Signing Romero Replacement?

Whilst the departure of Romero is not what the club will be hoping for this summer, if he does leave they may already be signing their long-term replacement. A deal has been agreed for Kota Takai, a Japanese wonderkid from the J League, for £5 million. The 20-year-old centre-back is still young, but will reportedly be a part of the first-team squad from the off, as Johan Lange expects him to “follow in the footsteps” of the likes of Lucas Bergvall as a rising talent.

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In the next couple of seasons, Takai could be the perfect Romero replacement. Meanwhile, in the short-term, the permanent signing of Kevin Danso should suffice; a £21 million deal was an obligation as part of his loan which was agreed back in the January transfer window.

Arsenal have made an initial bid for a defensive midfielder who was rumoured to be on Tottenham Hotspur’s shortlist. The Gunners are looking for a replacement for Thomas Partey, who is likely to leave when his contract expires at the end of the month.

Arsenal Make Christian Norgaard Bid

Gunners Beat Spurs to Make Norgaard Offer

Arsenal have submitted a bid of around £9.3 million for Brentford’s Christian Norgaard, according to David Orstein of the Athletic.

The Brentford captain currently has two years left on his contract, having been at the club for the past six years, joining from Fiorentina.

Sam Tabuteau from the Standard has suggested that Norgaard wants to play Champions League football and favours a move to Arsenal.

This will come as a blow for Thomas Frank, who had high praise for Norgaard and was keen on being reunited with his former captain.

He previously described Norgaard as a “late bloomer” and had lots of positive things to say when his contract was renewed in April this year.

Frank said: “A big reason why we have done okay is our culture, and Nørgaard is a big driver of that, on and off the pitch. At a club, there will always be transition of players in and out but it’s also important to have some stability.

“He’s also performed very well, maybe this season is his best so far.

“Sometimes, you don’t see it or recognise it as much when you are a holding midfielder, but he is so important in terms of breaking up play, interceptions and playing forward when you win the ball back.”

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Partey Still Yet to Sign New Arsenal Deal

Having already lost Jorginho, Arsenal may also see Partey depart in this summer.

The Ghanaian is set to leave on a free if he cannot agree a new deal with the Gunners. It is understood that Arsenal offered a salary reduction for Partey, but with less than a week to go, Norgaard is one of the options for replacing Partey.

Partey recently spoke to the press about his next career move. He cited family as an important factor for his next step.

He said: “We are not getting younger. There are a lot of things where you have to look now with a family, where you want them to be happy. When you are young you just play anywhere.

“I’m an Arsenal fan, I can’t decide anything and just have to leave it to my agent and the club. Me, I just want to enjoy football.”

Arsenal’s move for Martin Zubimendi is “virtually complete” and will help bolster the midfield. But with Partey set to leave, the Gunners will no doubt be exploring their options, which includes Christian Norgaard.

Tottenham Hotspur have identified a new top transfer target, according to the latest reports. This comes after a busy few days for the club who have just made a record-breaking signing in Kota Takai.

Spurs Make ‘Unbelievable Finisher’ Eberechi Eze Top Target

Eberechi Eze Takes Precedence

Tottenham are looking to make a statement signing in Eberechi Eze this summer, as per the latest report by the Standard.

Previously, Eze was believed to be one of a few major signings that Spurs were weighing up.

Now it is understood that the club have moved Eze to the top of their shortlist, ahead of Bryan Mbeumo and Antoine Semenyo as reported by Sam Tabutea of the Standard.

It will take a big fee to secure Eze’s services. His release clause is believed to be as much as £68 million.

In comparison, Mbeumo is currently under Manchester United’s bid of over £60 million. Meanwhile, Bournemouth are said to want as much as £70 million for Semenyo.

Meanwhile, Florian Plettenberg says that Tottenham are “closely monitoring” Eze, but that they “have not activated his release clause” and are “not close to doing so”.

Another report from Michael Bridge at Sky Sports News suggests that Spurs have “done more work” towards signing Semenyo or Mbeumo.

Eze has been a long-term target for Spurs, Manchester City and Newcastle United, to name a few, but as it stands, Eze still has two years left on his contract.

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What Eze Can Bring to Spurs

With the calibre of players Spurs are pursuing, it is clear that the club are keen to bolster their firepower.

The winger is already an England international with 12 caps and has become a vital player for Palace.

Eze has 57 goal contributions in 146 Premier League matches for the Eagles and is in his prime at 26 years of age.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner heaped praise on Eze, saying:

“Who’s a better player than Eze? For me he’s absolutely top.

“He’s always dangerous because he has the quality and ability at 1-1, he’s such an unbelievable finisher, in some situations he can improve, he’s a guy who can always score and he’s someone who everyone likes.”

Despite their record-low finish of 17th, Spurs outscored the majority of teams in the Premier League last season with their tally of 64 goals scored. That said, the burden of their goals was not concentrated in any one source.

Adding another attacking talent to their squad will definitely not hurt the Lilywhites. There were injuries to all of Tottenham’s frontline last season, including Brennan Johnson, Dejan Kulusevski, Dom Solanke, Richarlison and Heung-Min Son.

Eze would provide more than just depth, though. He would be a statement signing and would become another attacking focal point in the team.

Son has been linked with rumours of a move away from the club to Saudi Arabia. His experience and leadership are the two qualities that Spurs would miss the most, but the experienced striker has also been a key source of goals for the club over his lengthy career. Eze offers a different playstyle to Son, but is still an exciting attacker to watch with proven Premier League goalscoring experience.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly agreed a deal for Kota Takai, a Japanese wonderkid, in a record-breaking transfer. This comes as Daniel Levy and the board attempt to rebuild the squad after what was a poor season, despite them ending a trophy drought at the end of it. It is surely likely that new coach Thomas Frank will have had some influence over this move.

Tottenham Hotspur Agree Deal for Kota Takai in Record-Breaking Transfer

Straight Into the First-Team Squad

Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a £5 million deal for Takai, from Kawasaki Frontale. Whilst the fee doesn’t sound like Spurs are breaking the bank, it is a steep price for a player out of the J League: this is a record fee for a native player out of the Japanese top flight.

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Alasdair Gold has disclosed that Johan Lange, Technical Director, has identified the 20-year-old as having the experience to “follow in the footsteps of the likes of [Lucas] Bergvall, [Pape Matar] Sarr, [Destiny] Udogie”. He believes that Takai has the potential to make a Premier League impact after a “settling in period”; the player is expected to be part of the first-team squad.

Tottenham Hotspur Invest in Thomas Frank Project

Tottenham’s business and proceedings this summer have suggested that they are investing in Frank’s project, both in terms of finances and boldness. They have already spent around £30 million to bring in Mathys Tel on a permanent, after an unremarkable loan spell.

They have also been linked with two of the hottest attackers on the market in Antoine Semenyo and Bryan Mbeumo. This displays ambition, arguably something the Lilywhites have lacked in recent years both on the pitch and in the market.

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However, the signing of such a niche player arguably highlights the new direction that Spurs are heading in. Frank has always succeeded with maximising talent out of players who aren’t the most high profile, and tailoring them perfectly to his system. Whilst Takai may not slot straight into the side, with Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven occupying the centre-back positions currently, he could certainly be one for the future under progressive coach Frank, especially with Romero potentially leaving in the next year or two.

Tottenham Hotspur are in the market for a club-trained player to bolster their Champions League squad. The latest reports suggest they could make a late move for a former player who is out of contract this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur Weigh Up Move for Kyle Walker-Peters

Kyle Walker-Peters Spurs Return on the Cards

According to football.london, Tottenham are considering a move for Kyle Walker-Peters.

The 28-year-old left Spurs in 2020, initially on loan to Southampton before moving there permanently. He went on to make 169 league appearances for the Saints.

There are believed to be several suitors for the experienced star, including Everton and Wolves.

The main motivation for Spurs re-signing Walker-Peters is to add another club-trained player to their Champions League squad.

Currently, the Lilywhites have just one club-trained player in Brandon Austin.

Eight players in the Spurs Champions League A-List squad must be locally trained. Only four of those can be association-trained.

UEFA’s rules state: “If a club have fewer than eight locally trained players in their squad, then the maximum number of players on List A is reduced accordingly”.

Bringing back Walker-Peters is just one of the solutions to maximising the players Spurs can call upon in the Champions League next season.

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Walker-Peters’ Career so Far

Despite being in the Tottenham youth academy from 2013-2015 and then graduating to the senior squad until 2020, Walker-Peters made just 24 appearances for the first team in all competitions.

First making his debut under Mauricio Pochettino, Walker-Peters went on to become a useful squad player.

In the 5-0 drubbing of Bournemouth in December 2018, he notched three assists. In doing so, he became the youngest player to provide three assists in a Premier League match since Jermain Pennant in August 2003.

Kyle Walker-Peters moved on to excel at Southampton. At one time, he was described by boss Russell Martin as a “beautiful footballer” after he scored an important goal against Bristol City in December 2023. In recent seasons he has been a key player for the club.

Unfinished Business for Walker-Peters in N17

Despite shining in some key matches for Spurs when deputising for his teammates, Walker-Peters never managed to secure his place in the first team.

This left the star with some disappointment, but ultimately, he was thankful to Pochettino for giving him his chance to break through.

He said: “I never understood why I didn’t play much after I got man of the match, but the manager has to make decisions and what he thinks is best.”

“I just always made sure in training I worked hard and really tried to improve for myself, because ultimately when that opportunity does come, as it did at the end of the season, I had to show I’d improved and I was capable to play. I think I did that.”

According to football.london, Walker-Peters is “keen” on a return to Spurs. While Tottenham are interested in bringing him back to the club, they are pursuing higher priority transfers.

The defender is unlikely to be challenging for a first-team spot at Tottenham. But his versatility in playing at left-back or right-back means he does provide good cover with extensive Premier League experience.