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TOTTENHAM are nearing a £30million deal to sign Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel, according to reports.

Tel, 20, spent the second half of last season on loan at Spurs under Ange Postecoglou.

The initial deal possessed a £45m option to buy.

Following further negotiations, Bild claim that Tottenham have knocked that fee down to around £30m, with a deal imminent.

Tel made 20 appearances in all competitions following his mid-season switch, scoring three times.

The French youth international played five times on Spurs' run to Europa League glory, including in both legs of the semi-finals.

Tel, who turned 20 in April, arrived at Tottenham having already gained a wealth of experience in Germany.

The highly-rated starlet played 83 times for Bayern Munich, scoring 16 goals.

Having initially not been sure about a move to Spurs, Tel was convinced to make the switch by former boss Postecoglou.

While the Aussie has since been axed, new manager Thomas Frank is said to also be keen on keeping Tel - with the promising forward to become the Dane's first Spurs signing.

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Tel, who is currently at the Under-21 Euros with France, is set to pen a long-term deal at White Hart Lane.

He is scheduled to be in action for Les Bleus against Georgia this evening alongside Tottenham team-mate Wilson Odobert.

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Tel’s imminent signing comes with Mali midfielder Yves Bissouma heading for the Spurs departure lounge after three seasons in N17

The £25m signing from Brighton has struggled to live up to expectations since his move from the South Coast, although he gave a key performance against United in Bilbao last month

Now former Spurs boss Jose Mourinho has offered the midfielder an escape route to Fenerbahce.

The Istanbul side want to take Bissouma, 28, on an initial 12-month loan spell.

Spurs are likely to demand any agreement comes with an obligation to buy, in the region of £15m.

Tottenham chiefs are eager to improve their forward line this summer.

Among their list of targets is Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo.

The Frenchman indicated earlier this month that he would like to join Manchester United.

But with ex-Bees boss Frank now at Spurs, the North Londoners have entered the race.

On Friday it emerged that initial talks had taken place between Brentford and Tottenham, who paid around £10m to recruit Frank and his coaching staff, over a separate deal for Mbeumo.

The 25-year-old scored 20 Premier League goals last season - nine more than Spurs' top scorer Brennan Johnson.

ANGE POSTECOGLOU has been targeted for a lucrative return to management in Saudi Arabia, according to reports.

The Aussie, 59, was brutally shown the door byDaniel Levy just 16 days after ending Tottenham’s 17-year trophy drought with theirEuropa League triumph over Manchester United.

SunSport exclusively revealed that Postecoglou was being sounded out by clubs in Europe days after his dismissal following a dismal Premier League season.

And now the riches of Saudi Arabia are keeping tabs on Postecoglou, with Pro League runners-up Al-Ahli eyeing a potential replacement for Matthias Jaissle.

Al-Ahli are understood to be looking at Postecoglou as a possible target should highly rated German coach Jaissle leave for RB Leipzig this summer.

Jaissle led the club to an AFC Champions League triumph in May when they defeated Kawasaki Frontale in the final, with a team featuring Ivan Toney, Roberto Firmino, Riyad Mahrez and Edouard Mendy.

The 37-year-old has now been tipped to return to Europe and was previously linked with the West Ham job before Graham Potter’s appointment.

Al-Ahli reportedly pay the Jaissle £9.6million-a-year, which would make him the third highest paid manager in the Premier League.

Postecoglou received a £5million payoff from Spurs after his sacking, along with a £2million bonus for winning the Europa League and qualification for next season's Champions League in Bilbao.

He has previously worked in Asia when he was at Yokohama F Marinos in Japan and won the J1 League prior to winning the title with Celtic.

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He was sacked at Spurs exactly two years after his appointment, with the Aussie delivering on his promise of winning a trophy in his second season.

Spurs players paid tribute to Postecoglou following his sacking, with captain Son Heung-min leading the way on social media.

Centre-back Van de Ven also branded his brutal axing as a “strange decision” while away on international duty with the Netherlands this week.

Postecoglou left Spurs having won 47 of his 101 matches in all competitions, but did lose a staggering 34 of his 76 Premier League games.

KYLE WALKER angered Manchester City fans after admitting he would sacrifice one of his Premier League medals to have been part of Tottenham’s Europa League triumph.

The Etihad club captain left Pep Guardiola stunned when he asked for a move away in January — when City were right in the middle of a crisis.

He joined AC Milan on loan but the Italians turned down the option to sign him permanently.

And boss Pep left the 35-year-old right-back out of his Club World Cup squad, meaning he is free to find a new club.

But City fans were angry when Walker revealed on his BBC podcast he would have loved to have been with former club Spurs as they ended their 17-year trophy drought.

Walker has won six Premier League titles at City and was part of their Treble-winning side in 2022-23.

He said: “I’d probably give up one Premier League title, not the first, to have won that Europa League with Tottenham because I know what it means.

"Probably my second — although that was the ‘Four-midables’ [when they won all four domestic trophies].

“It’s hard to give one away but for what that moment meant, to say I was in that Spurs squad that won a trophy.”

City fans slammed Walker, with one saying: "Just ban this guy from the Etihad and get it over and done with. He's already freely hating us, why protect whatever is left of his relationship with the club."

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Another added: "Mental. I could never ever imagine John Stones, Nathan Ake, Samir Nasri, Carlos Tevez ever coming out and saying they would give up even a Community Shield to win a trophy at a former club."

A third wrote: "Bro is the worst captain of the club get out."

Tottenham supporters however, were delighted to see that he still loves the club.

One commented: "Great to hear you say 'we' when referring to Spurs."

A second said: "As a Spurs fan, it was really heartwarming to hear Kyle’s words and his feelings connected to the Europa League final. I was gutted when he left for Man City, but I’ve always been happy seeing him win trophy after trophy."

Walker — who spent eight years on Tottenham’s books — admitted he was a bag of nerves watching his old club beat Manchester United 1-0 last month.

He added: “It was the first time in a long time I’ve been nervous — and I wasn’t even playing.

“I was there with my iPad and I couldn’t sit and watch it. I was walking up and down my room.

“We reached a lot of finals but against better teams who knew how to win.

“They’ve always been a club that nearly got over the line but not quite. I’m buzzing for them.”

Walker joined City from Spurs in July 2017 and has a year left on his deal.

SPURS are locked in a legal battle with Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe in a row over a broken sponsorship deal.

Ratcliffe’s Ineos chemicals giant and its Grenadier car brand agreed a five-year deal as Spurs’ “official 4x4 vehicle partner” in December 2022.

It followed a 2020 contract with Ineos unveiled as the club's “official hand sanitiser supplier” during the pandemic.

Following Ratcliffe's takeover at Prem rivals United last year it was confirmed that the company intended to pull out of the agreement.

It was believed that a break deal in the multi-million pound agreement had been reached between the two parties.

But now Spurs have instigated a High Court legal action against Ineos.

As part of what is listed as a “general commercial contracts and arrangements”, Tottenham have lodged a claim against Ineos Automotive Limited, a subsidiary of Ineos.

That suggests negotiations have failed to find an agreement, with the Tottenham claim lodged on June 12.

Tottenham declined to comment while Ineos said in a statement: "INEOS Automotive has been a partner of Tottenham Hotspur since 2022, expanding on a partnership agreement that INEOS Group had in place with the club since 2020.

"We have a contractual right to terminate our partnership contract and in December 2024 exercised that right."

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SunSport understands it is hoped a deal can be reached to prevent a full High Court hearing.

Spurs appointed Thomas Frank as their new manager on Thursday, six days on from the departure of Ange Postecoglou.

The Lilywhites paid Brentford around £10million in compensation for the Dane.

Frank's move took time to be completed due to negotiations over backroom staff - specifically highly-rated head of coaching Justin Cochrane.

Man Utd considered the Brentford boss as a potential replacement for Erik ten Hag last summer.

TOTTENHAM have confirmed Thomas Frank as their new manager.

The Dane, 51, replaces Ange Postecoglou, who was axed just 16 days after winning the Europa League with Spurs.

Tottenham quickly identified Brentford boss Frank as their primary target following Postecoglou's dismissal.

Spurs have paid around £10million in compensation for Frank, who has signed a contract until 2028.

SunSport revealed at the weekend that Frank had given the move the green light before Tottenham had even formally approached Brentford.

The switch took time to be completed due to negotiations over backroom staff - specifically highly-rated head of coaching Justin Cochrane.

The Bees wanted to keep the 43-year-old and were even prepared to consider him as a candidate to take over from Frank.

But Cochrane, who previously worked as a youth coach at Spurs, has decided to leave the G-tech to join Frank as his assistant, along with head of performance Chris Haslam and analyst Joe Newton.

Set-piece specialist Andreas Georgson arrives from Manchester United as a first-team coach.

Cochrane is also a coach with England and has been working alongside Thomas Tuchel over the past week - and FA sources are expecting him to continue in that role.

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Spurs confirmed the appointment in a statement, which read: "Thomas has extensive experience in English football having joined Brentford in 2016 - since becoming one of the longest-serving current managers in the Premier League.

"During his time at Brentford he transformed the Club, moving them up from the Championship to an established Premier League side, consistently and significantly outperforming expectations for an extended period of time.

"In Thomas we are appointing one of the most progressive and innovative head coaches within the game.

"He has a proven track record in player and squad development and we look forward to him leading the team as we prepare for the season ahead."

Frank took over at Brentford in 2018 after two years as assistant.

He guided them to the Premier League in his second full season, and has since established them in the top flight.

Under Frank's astute management, the Bees achieved a tenth placed finish last term.

Brentford finished seven places and a whopping 18 points above Postecoglou's Spurs.

The Aussie boss saw Tottenham fall all the way to 17th in the Premier League.

But his sacking still raised several eyebrows due to his Europa League triumph in Bilbao.

Despite ending Spurs' 17-year trophy drought, securing Champions League qualification in the process, Postecoglou was axed 16 days on from beating Manchester United in the Europa League final.

An excerpt of Spurs' statement read: "Ange will always be remembered as only the third manager in our history to deliver a European trophy, alongside legendary figures Bill Nicholson and Keith Burkinshaw.

"However, the Board has unanimously concluded that it is in the best interests of the Club for a change to take place.

"Following a positive start in the 2023/24 Premier League season, we recorded 78 points from the last 66 PL games.

"This culminated in our worst-ever PL finish last season. At times there were extenuating circumstances - injuries and then a decision to prioritise our European campaign.

"Whilst winning the Europa League this season ranks as one of the Club’s greatest moments, we cannot base our decision on emotions aligned to this triumph."

Spurs yesterday today that Postecoglou’s assistant coaches Mile Jedinak, Nick Montgomery and Sergio Raimundo have all left.

Ryan Mason has already left to take the reins at West Brom, but Ange's No2 Matt Wells and goalkeeping coach Rob Burch remain at Spurs.

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Frank's move comes after nearly seven years with Brentford.

During that time, the Dane managed Christian Eriksen for a successful six months in 2022 before the 33-year-old midfielder joined Manchester United.

Eriksen, who spent seven seasons at Spurs between 2013-2020, said: “Thomas is the right coach for Tottenham.

“I had Thomas at various times and I think he is the perfect match for Tottenham. It would be great if he takes on that challenge.

“His personality, his way of playing and his way of being make him a good fit.

“And the club, considering where they were last season - they won a trophy of course - but they are in the process of building something and I am sure that Thomas is a good man to bring in.”

Eriksen’s link-up with Frank three years ago saw him return to football seven months after suffering a cardiac arrest on the pitch playing for Denmark at the delayed Euro 2020.

He moved on to United the following summer, but is leaving Old Trafford following three years there.

The 144-cap Denmark star has stated he fancies a new challenge away from England, feeling he has “had my turn” in the Premier League.

ANGE POSTECOGLOU made his first public appearance after his dismissal as Tottenham manager.

Spurs sacked Postecoglou, 59, on Friday despite him winning the Europa League and ending the club's 17-year run without a trophy.

The Aussie tactician led the North Londoners to a 1-0 victory over Premier League foes Manchester United in the final in Bilbao to end their trophy hoodoo.

However, chairman Daniel Levy decided to end Postecoglou's two-year reign at the helm, with the team's dire Prem form costing him his job after a 17th-place finish.

The ex-Celtic boss, though, remains in London despite the heartbreaking end to his Tottenham stint.

The former Australia manager has been spotted at Lord's today enjoying the cricket.

Postecoglou attended to support his native Australia against South Africa in the ICC World Test Championship Final.

This comes after the outspoken head coach's touching farewell to Tottenham after his exit.

Postecoglou penned the following letter to fans: "When I reflect on my time as manager of Tottenham Hotspur, my overriding emotion is one of pride.

"The opportunity to lead one of England's historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.

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"Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget.

"That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream."

Posatecoglou wanted to stay for a third season insisting his work was not "complete".

It read: "When I reflect on my time as manager of Tottenham Hotspur, my overriding emotion is one of pride.

"The opportunity to lead one of England's historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.

"Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget.

"That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream.

"There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible.

"We have also laid the foundations that means this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success.

"I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them. I sincerely want to thank those who are the lifeblood of the club, the supporters.

"I know there were some difficult times, but I always felt that they wanted me to succeed and that gave me all the motivation I needed to push on.

"It's important to acknowledge the hard working people at Spurs who gave me encouragement on a daily basis.

"And finally, I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years.

"A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club and the brilliant coaches who never once doubted we could do something special.

“We are forever connected. Audere est Facere.”

TOTTENHAM are on the verge of agreeing a deal with Brentford for Thomas Frank.

High-level sources involved in the negotiations have told SunSport that the switch is now “very close” to being agreed.

Spurs made Danish boss Frank their No1 target to succeed Ange Postecoglou.

That was after Aussie Postecoglou was sacked just 16 days on from ending the club’s 17-year trophy drought with Europa League glory in Bilbao.

Frank has already said yes to come to Spurs - it has just been a matter of the two clubs coming to a financial agreement.

The Bees hold a release clause on Frank that is believed to be around £10million.

Ipswich chief Kieran McKenna is set to be among the candidates Brentford will consider as Frank’s replacement.

Should Frank leave, it will end a near seven-year stay with the Bees where he has won promotion to the Premier League and managed two top-ten finishes, including this term.

But SunSport understands McKenna is happy at Ipswich and determined to take the club back to the Prem following their relegation.

Meanwhile Postecoglou has already had interest from other clubs since his ruthless Spurs axing.

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The former Celtic treble-winner is understood to have been sounded out by clubs inEngland and on the Continent already.

But Postecoglou, who is enjoying some time with his family, is happy not to rush any decision over his future.

That does not rule out a quick return to management, however, should the right opportunity present itself.

SON HEUNG-MIN has told fans to “wait and see what happens” regarding his future.

The South Korean icon, 32, is a target for Saudi Pro League clubs this summer.

SunSport understands Son would be open to going out on the high of finally winning a trophy with last month’s Europa League triumph after a decade at the club.

But Spurs are unlikely to let him go on the cheap, even with only 12 months left on his deal, given his commercial value to the club.

Son, who earned his 134th cap for his country in a 4-0 win over Kuwait, said: "I still have one more year left on the contract.

“Rather than saying anything at this moment, I think we should all wait and see what happens.

“But no matter where I end up, I will always do the best I can. It will never change."

Son also spoke of his satisfaction after finally getting his hands on silverware with Tottenham.

He already has eyes on next season and is preparing to start the campaign in the best possible physical shape.

He continued: "I think I’ve accomplished everything I’ve done while playing the football I wanted to.

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"Football is about winning and only winners are remembered. Despite the difficult season, it was a really happy season for me because I experienced the trophy that I’ve been chasing since I was young.

"It was a year where I wanted to do better. I was so happy to be able to share that moment with so many people who cheered me on.

"I haven’t been in good condition many times, but I think I’ll be able to prepare for the new season in really good condition."

It read: "When I reflect on my time as manager of Tottenham Hotspur, my overriding emotion is one of pride.

"The opportunity to lead one of England's historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.

"Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget.

"That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream.

"There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible.

"We have also laid the foundations that means this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success.

"I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them. I sincerely want to thank those who are the lifeblood of the club, the supporters.

"I know there were some difficult times, but I always felt that they wanted me to succeed and that gave me all the motivation I needed to push on.

"It's important to acknowledge the hard working people at Spurs who gave me encouragement on a daily basis.

"And finally, I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years.

"A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club and the brilliant coaches who never once doubted we could do something special.

“We are forever connected. Audere est Facere.”