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Tottenham legend Harry Kane has been quizzed about the shock news of Daniel Levy's departure from the club last week after almost 25 years at the helm in north London

Harry Kane has paid tribute to the 'fantastic' job that Daniel Levy did at Tottenham following the unexpected news that he had left his post with the north London outfit last week.

A statement announcing that Levy would be standing down from his role as executive chairman after almost 25 years at the helm was made public last Thursday, though it was later revealed that Levy had actually been removed from his position by the club's majority shareholders, the Lewis family.

Levy called the shots at Spurs for over two decades and garnered a reputation as a fiercely difficult negotiator; something Kane discovered back in 2021 when interest from Manchester City failed to yield a move. The Spurs academy graduate did depart in the summer of 2023 to Bayern Munich and showed his class when he was asked about Levy's exit while on England duty.

“Obviously it was a bit of a surprise, if I’m honest,” Kane told reporters. “I didn’t expect it, didn’t see that coming. Daniel has been a fantastic chairman for Tottenham in the 20-or-so years he’s been there. Considering where the club was and where it is now, I think there's been a big change, not just on the pitch but off the pitch as well.

“At any stage there’s always going to be change in clubs, and change in the higher positions.”

Levy played a significant role in transforming Tottenham into one of the Premier League's elite players off the pitch but it was the club's performance on it in recent years that prompted the Lewis family to act. Spurs won just two trophies throughout Levy's near 25-year tenure and his failure to build on a period where the club challenged for the Premier League title and reached the Champions League final during Mauricio Pochettino's reign still rankles among the fanbase.

Despite protests against Levy from fans, his exit was still a big surprise and Kane admits he is none the wiser as to the reasons why the former Spurs supremo is no longer in power.

“Obviously I don’t know too much about why or what happened,” the England captain added on Levy's exit. “All I can say is I wish Daniel all the best in whatever’s next for him. We obviously built a relationship over the time we had together. I'm sure at some stage we’ll catch up. Overall for Tottenham it’s a new chapter they're trying to create now.”

Ange Postecoglou had been tipped for the Manchester United job but is reportedly set to be confirmed as Nottingham Forest's head coach imminently, following Nuno Espirito Santo's exit

It hasn’t taken long for Ange Postecoglou to return to the Premier League, with Nottingham Forest set to appoint the former Tottenham head coach after sacking Nuno Espirito Santo. Postecoglou's arrival at the City Ground is will be confirmed imminently.

That will see him take to the dugout for Forest's visit to Arsenal in the Premier League on Saturday, with Postecoglou to be joined by several of his former Spurs coaching staff. The 60-year-old has been without a job since his bombshell sacking in June.

His dismissal came exactly two years after his Spurs appointment, despite him winning the Europa League. But the Australian was not short of options as he mulled over his next managerial role over the summer.

According to reports, he rejected a job offer from Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli and Turkish giants Fenerbahce. The Super Lig side recently sacked Jose Mourinho after just over a year in charge due to club bosses wanting “better football.”

The Istanbul club were understood to have held talks with Postecoglou, as well as former Italian national team boss Luciano Spalletti, who also declined the offer. That is because Postecoglou wanted another crack at the Premier League.

Fox Sports News’ Robbie Slater had said: “He wants to go back to England, I know that. Graham Arnold met up with him recently, and had a great conversation with him, and he wants to go back to the Premier League. We know Tottenham didn’t have a great season in respect to their Premier League position, 17th. But they did win the Europa League, that’s a big thing.”

The former Spurs head coach was lined up as a candidate for Forest following Nuno’s departure after his rift with Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis and new global head of football Edu.

The Portuguese risked the Greek businessman’s wrath when he went public about their souring relationship. And a 3-0 loss to West Ham proved the final nail in the coffin, despite Nuno’s success in Nottingham, having already had a high-profile argument on the sidelines with Marinakis after a game late last season.

Being appointed as Forest boss will give Postecoglou the chance to compete in the Europa League again. And Forest’s highly-divisive owner has made no secret of his admiration for the Greek-born tactician. While presenting Postecoglou with an award earlier this year in Greece, he said: “What I want to say about Ange is that he has spoken about Greece many times, he is proud to be Greek and in the great success he had with Tottenham by winning the Europa League, he spoke about Greece.

“A man who not only does not hide his origin but is also proud of it. What he achieved, he did with a team that has not won any titles, it has had a very difficult time in recent years. In this huge success that the whole world saw, he promoted Greece. We must thank him especially for this and we wish him well, although we are sure that he will do well as he has the ability. Wherever he goes, the successes will come.”

Despite Forest having been his likeliest destination all along, Manchester United had also been described as an option for him. That first required Ruben Amorim to depart the club after a hugely difficult start to the season, despite spending heavily on new signings in an effort to change their fortunes.

“When you look at it, I wouldn’t rule out Manchester United the way things are going with Amorim," Slater had told Fox Sports. “I think those three clubs, United, West Ham, Forest look dodgy in respect to their managers."

However, despite Postecoglou coming out on top when he faced Amorim in the Europa League final, the Australian’s poor domestic season was what led to his Spurs sacking, and was unlikely to have filled the Red Devils hierarchy with confidence given his Spurs side finished even lower than their worst ever Premier League campaign.

Postecoglou was also linked with the West Ham job, though Graham Potter appears to have saved his skin with a win over Forest to lift the Hammers off the bottom of the table.

There is a chance that a return to poor results after the international break may prove to be the tipping point and potentially lead to the Englishman’s sacking, though Postecoglou will no longer be waiting in the wings.

Nottingham Forest have parted ways with Nuno Espirito Santo and former Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou has been linked with the City Ground vacancy

Former Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou has been tipped as a potential replacement for Nuno Espirito Santo at Nottingham Forest. The Portuguese manager was shown the door at the City Ground, despite guiding Forest into the top seven last season.

Santo had also recently put pen to paper on a new contract, but this did not save him from the axe. His departure comes two weeks before Forest's first European football campaign since 1996 kicks off.

The move follows escalating tensions within the club, which saw the ex-Wolves boss publicly discuss his relationship with co-owner Evangelos Marinakis. A rocky start to the Premier League season, culminating in a 3-0 home loss to West Ham United just before the international break, left them languishing mid-table with a mere four points from three games.

Speculation over Nuno's future had been rife since his comments, with rumours of a fallout following the appointment of former Arsenal sporting director, Edu. Towards the end of last season, Santo was also confronted on the pitch by Marinakis during their home draw to Leicester City, after Taiwo Awoniyi continued playing despite a nasty collision with the goal post.

However, it was confirmed in the early hours of Tuesday morning the hunt for a new manager was on at the City Ground, just days ahead of their clash with Premier League title hopefuls Arsenal on Saturday (12:30pm kick-off).

The club issued a statement saying: "Nottingham Forest Football Club confirms that, following recent circumstances, Nuno Espírito Santo has today been relieved of his duties as Head Coach.

"The Club thanks Nuno for his contribution during a very successful era at the City Ground, in particular his role in the 2024/25 season, which will forever be remembered fondly in the history of the Club. As someone who played a pivotal role in our success last season, he will always hold a special place in our journey."

Reports suggest former Spurs manager Postecoglou is the frontrunner to take over, with Brendan Rodgers and Jose Mourinho also expected to be in the frame. The Forest co-owner has previously heaped praise on Postecoglou, who was sacked by Spurs despite guiding them to Europa League glory in his second campaign.

"What I want to say about Ange is that he has spoken about Greece many times, he is proud to be Greek and in the great success he had with Tottenham by winning the Europa League, he spoke about Greece," Marinakis said via Greek news website Neos Kosmos in the summer.

"A man who not only does not hide his origin but is also proud of it. What he achieved, he did with a team that has not won any titles, it has had a very difficult time in recent years.

"In this huge success that the whole world saw, he promoted Greece. We must thank him especially for this and we wish him well, although we are sure that he will do well as he has the ability. Wherever he goes, the successes will come."

After Arsenal, Forest also face Swansea City in the League Cup before an away trip to Burnley. Their Europa League campaign will then begin with an away clash against La Liga heavyweights Real Betis.

Tottenham are in the process of change after Daniel Levy as chairman stepped down following 25 years and there is now speculation that the club could be subject to a takeover

Tottenham have insisted the club is not for sale after two "expressions of interest" were "unequivocally rejected" by the hierarchy.

The north London side are in the process of change at the top of the club after long-serving chairman Daniel Levy stepped down after 25 years. There is now increasing speculation that there could be a takeover bid.

Former Newcastle joint-owner Amanda Staveley has been linked with making an offer through her company PCP International Finance in recent months, having been seen at the club's stadium last season.

But Spurs have released a statement insisting the club will not be entertaining offers after revealing interest from outside consortiums, including Staveley's firm and a Chinese group.

The statement read: "The Board of Tottenham Hotspur Limited is aware of recent media speculation and confirms that its majority shareholder, ENIC Sports & Developments Holdings Ltd, has received, and unequivocally rejected, separate preliminary expressions of interest in relation to proposals to acquire the entire issued, and to be issued, share capital of ENIC from PCP International Finance Limited and a consortium of investors led by Dr. Roger Kennedy and Wing-Fai Ng through Firehawk Holdings Limited.

"The Board of the Club and ENIC confirm that Tottenham Hotspur is not for sale and ENIC has no intention to accept any such offer to acquire its interest in the Club."

Staveley has been holding talks with prospective backers of a bid and on Monday morning PCP confirmed it was interested in a potential move, but confirmed "it does not intend to make an offer for Tottenham". According to takeover rules, the company cannot return with another bid for another six months.

The Tottenham ownership is subject to the UK Takeover Code. Another interested party could make a formal offer for the club if invited by ENIC's board, or if a rival consortium declares its intention to make a bid.

Enic, which holds a stake of nearly 87 per cent, is controlled by British billionaire Joe Lewis, but he has since stepped back from his role. His children Charlie and Vivienne are expected to play a bigger role, with Peter Charrington a first major appointment from the new regime as non-executive chairman, replacing Levy.

Levy's exit came as a shock, having been in charge since 2001. However, he insisted "significant progress has been made" despite coming under fire from supporters over the direction and decision making of the club over the decades.

"I am incredibly proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees," Levy said in a statement confirming his departure. "We have built this club into a global heavyweight competing at the highest level.

"I wish to thank all the fans that have supported me over the years. It hasn't always been an easy journey but significant progress has been made. I will continue to support this club passionately," he added.

Tottenham Hotspur parted ways with chairman Daniel Levy after almost 25 years and there have been questions asked regarding potential interest in the club from Amanda Staveley

Former Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley is expected to confirm she has no plans to launch a formal bid for Tottenham Hotspur, it has been claimed. A vehicle controlled by Staveley is expected to issue a statement regarding the Premier League club on Monday.

Spurs parted ways with long-serving chairman Daniel Levy during the week. Levy has moved on after almost 25 years at the helm, with CEO Vinai Venkatesham expected to take a prominent role.

According to Sky News, PCP International Finance - controlled by Staveley - will confirm on Monday that it isn't planning a bid for the London club. The same publication reports that Staveley had been in conversations in recent weeks with potential backers of a takeover move.

Staveley, 52, joined Newcastle's board of directors in 2021 when the club's current owners took charge. However, she and her husband Mehrdad Ghodoussi left the club in 2024.

Staveley and Ghodoussi had taken a 10 percent share when the takeover was completed. This had dropped slightly before the pair departed, with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) and RB Sports & Media taking over Staveley and Ghodoussi's shares when they left.

In September 2024, Mirror Football exclusively reported that Staveley and Ghodoussi were considering making a significant investment in Spurs. The pair had attended a Premier League match against Brentford as guests of the North London club days earlier.

"My preference would have been to stay with Newcastle, but life doesn’t always work out exactly how you want it to," Staveley told The Athletic in July 2024. "Nothing is going to replicate that.

"I fell in love with Newcastle, the club and the people and that can’t change, but I didn’t want to get in Newcastle’s way. It’s got to be about what’s best for Newcastle.

“Mehrdad and I are keen to be hands-on. We’re hard-working people, I love to be very busy and to engage and I love football. Very sadly, we have to move on to other projects and that might involve us taking a stake in another club or buying another club and that’s difficult. But it’s possible."

Levy's Spurs shareholding remains a little under 30 percent despite him leaving his role as chairman. “I am incredibly proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees," the 63-year-old said upon his departure.

"We have built this club into a global heavyweight competing at the highest level. More than that, we have built a community. I was lucky enough to work with some of the greatest people in this sport, from the team at Lilywhite House and Hotspur Way to all the players and managers over the years."

Daniel Levy left his role as Tottenham chairman with immediate effect on Thursday after Spurs announced that he'd 'stepped down', but it's being reported that he was forced out

Tottenham sent shockwaves around the Premier League on Thursday with the announcement that chairman of 24 years Daniel Levy had 'stepped down' with immediate effect. But the true story of his departure has paints a much different picture.

Levy, 63, was appointed Spurs chairman in February 2001 and he'd go on to become the Premier League's longest-serving executive in that role. The Essex-born businessman helped transform Tottenham into a side which regularly qualified for Europe and perhaps most notably oversaw the club's move into their £1billion stadium which was opened in 2019, as well as a new state-of-the-art training complex.

A lack of silverware and frequent managerial changes, however, resulted many supporters losing patience with Levy's leadership. Fan protests have become increasingly common in recent years and Spurs' lack of on-pitch success - despite seeing their 17-year trophy drought come to an end in May - was a key reason behind his exit.

The football world was informed of Levy's bombshell departure just before 6pm on Thursday, but according to the Times, the man himself was only told that morning during a meeting. The decision came as a shock to the 63-year-old, who had meetings scheduled for Friday, it's added.

Staff and players, many of whom are away on international duty, were also in the dark. An email from the Tottenham's new chief executive, Vinai Venkatesham, was sent around as an official statement was released.

Spurs' majority owners, the Lewis family, had decided that it was time to bring in a new leadership team. Vivienne Lewis Silverton and Charles Lewis - the two children of Joe Lewis - have been increasingly active within the club over the past few years.

That was after their 88-year-old father had ceded control of the ENIC Group, which Levy still owns a stake in, and put his business affairs into a family trust in 2022. Venkatesham, who previously worked as a director at Arsenal, started as chief executive in June and has succeeded Levy in running day-to-day operations.

During a recent interview with Gary Neville for the Overlap, Levy suggested that history will remember his reign at Tottenham kindly. "I think it's one of those situations - when I'm not here I'm sure I'll get the credit," he explained.

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"When you come here and look at this wonderful building [Tottenham Hotspur Stadium], and the fact that other clubs are now trying to copy what we’re doing, that should be a sign that maybe we did do something bold, and something right."

In a statement following Thursday's announcement, Levy said: "I am incredibly proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees. We have built this club into a global heavyweight competing at the highest level.

"More than that, we have built a community. I was lucky enough to work with some of the greatest people in this sport, from the team at Lilywhite House and Hotspur Way to all the players and managers over the years.

"I wish to thank all the fans that have supported me over the years. It hasn't always been an easy journey but significant progress has been made. I will continue to support this club passionately."

Daniel Levy has stepped down from his role as Tottenham's executive chairman, and the 63-year-old had built up a reputation for his hard-nosed negotiating, something Sir Alex Ferguson was all too familiar with

Daniel Levy has stepped down as Tottenham's executive chairman after almost 25 years at the club. And an admission made by the iconic Sir Alex Ferguson summed up his shrewd and often frustrating negotiating skills.

Levy, who joined the Spurs board in December 2000, has been the figurehead behind the north London club's move from White Hart Lane to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. He now steps down with no changes being made to his ownership or shares in the club, as the Levy family will continue to own 29.88 per cent of the share capital of ENIC.

It comes hot on the heels of Vinai Venkatesham's arrival as Chief Executive Officer, while Peter Charrrington has joined the board and stepped into the role of Non-Executive Chairman, in what has been described as a move prioritising sporting success.

Levy was renowned during his time with Spurs for his approach to transfers, building up a reputation as a shrewd negotiator with an eye for a deal. However, these tactics rubbed legendary Manchester United boss Ferguson the wrong way when the two were pitched against each other in negotiations over Dimitar Berbatov 17 years ago.

Berbatov eventually sealed a switch from White Hart Lane to Old Trafford for £30million, although the bitter fallout saw Tottenham complain to the Premier League over the move. Afterwards, Ferguson was less than complimentary when reflecting on the negotiations.

"That whole experience was more painful than my hip replacement," he penned in his book, Leading, displaying just how difficult Levy was to deal with, effectively paying the now-63-year-old a backhanded compliment about his negotiating skills.

After Levy's exit was announced, he released a heartfelt statement: "I am incredibly proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees.

"We have built this club into a global heavyweight competing at the highest level. More than that, we have built a community," he continued.

"I was lucky enough to work with some of the greatest people in this sport, from the team at Lilywhite House and Hotspur Way to all the players and managers over the years.

"I wish to thank all the fans that have supported me over the years. It hasn't always been an easy journey but significant progress has been made. I will continue to support this club passionately."

Charrington will now step up as the Non-Executive Chairman, and he stated after joining the Tottenham board: "I am very honoured to become Non-Executive Chairman of this extraordinary club and, on behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Daniel and his family for their commitment and loyalty to the club over so many years.

"This is a new era of leadership for the club, on and off the pitch. I do recognise there has been a lot of change in recent months as we put in place new foundations for the future. We are now fully focused on stability and empowering our talented people across the club, led by Vinai and his executive team."

Daniel Levy has stepped down as chairman of Spurs, sending shockwaves through football, but how much do fans really know about the man who steered Tottenham for 25 years?

After 25 years, Daniel Levy has stepped down as chairman of Tottenham Hotspur. Levy was the longest-serving chairman in the Premier League, having taken over the role in 2001.

While his presence in the director's box has been a point of contention amongst fans in recent years, the 63-year-old helped deliver Tottenham’s new stadium, which was completed in 2019. A lack of silverware has been used against him, with Spurs going 17 years without a major trophy after winning the League Cup in 2008.

Last season they finally ended that wait under Ange Postecoglou, seeing off Manchester United in the final to win the Europa League. Spurs also reached the Champions League final in 2019, only to be beaten by Liverpool.

While fans have criticised Levy for a lack of ambition, he is regarded as a die-hard supporter - attending his first game at White Hart Lane back in the 1960s - and has been praised for the new stadium’s financial success.

Such is the mark that Levy has left on the football world, legendary United manager Sir Alex Ferguson once even branded him a fierce negotiator when it came to transfer dealings. As Spurs now embark on a new era, Mirror Football takes a closer look at Levy, from his net worth to his personal life.

What is Daniel Levy’s net worth?

The Sunday Times Rich List 2025 values Levy's net worth at £650million, putting him in the top 250 of the wealthiest people in the UK. Tottenham are controlled by ENIC International Limited, who own 86.58 per cent of the north London club.

Levy and his family held a 29.4 per cent stake in ENIC, which made him a minority shareholder in the club, while the Joe Lewis family trust owns a controlling 70.6 per cent.

Tottenham are estimated to be worth around £2.42billion as of 2025. The rise in the club’s stature on and off the pitch has also contributed directly to Levy’s wealth.

Who is Daniel Levy married to?

Levy is married to his former personal assistant, Tracy Dixon. The couple have four children, but Levy has chosen to keep his family largely away from the public eye.

Business, however, seems to run in the family. Levy is the son of Barry Levy, owner of the Blue Inc. clothing and menswear brand, which has over 41 stores across the UK. His son, Josh, is a non-executive director of pub chain Mitchell & Butler, meanwhile.

Why has Daniel Levy left Tottenham?

Neither Levy nor Spurs offered a specific reason why he has chosen to vacate his post at this particular time. According to some reports, the move is part of a wider plan from the Lewis family to take the club in a new direction.

In a statement, Levy said: "I am incredibly proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees. We have built this club into a global heavyweight competing at the highest level.

"More than that, we have built a community. I was lucky enough to work with some of the greatest people in this sport, from the team at Lilywhite House and Hotspur Way to all the players and managers over the years.

"I wish to thank all the fans that have supported me over the years. It hasn’t always been an easy journey but significant progress has been made. I will continue to support this club passionately."

Ex-Arsenal chief gets influential role as truth behind Daniel Levy's Tottenham exit ermerges

Long-serving Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy has confirmed his departure from the club, having spent nearly a quarter of a century in charge at the Premier League club

Daniel Levy's Tottenham exit is part of a set of wider changes from the club's ownership which are only just beginning to take hold. Levy was the longest-serving chairman in the Premier League, but confirmed on Thursday he was stepping away after nearly 25 years.

Levy, 63, joined Spurs' board in 2000 and took over as chairman from Alan Sugar. He has overseen the hiring and firing of several managers in that time, most recently dismissing Ange Postecoglou and appointing Thomas Frank.

According to football.london, the move is part of a wider plan from owners the Lewis family to take the club in a new direction. It comes not long after the appointment of former Arsenal exec Vinai Venkatesham as Spurs' new CEO, while other recent changes have taken place behind the scenes.

The same publication reports that in the years since long-term owner Joe Lewis stepped back from his role, his children and grandchildren have been more active in backing the club. This has led to the appointment of Venkatesham, who held a number of Arsenal roles - including CEO - before leaving in 2024.

Spurs also have a new non-executive chairman in place in the form of Peter Charrington. However, football.london reports that he will oversee the big picture rather than emulating Levy's more hands-on approach.

“I am incredibly proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees," Levy said upon the confirmation of his exit. "We have built this club into a global heavyweight competing at the highest level. More than that, we have built a community. I was lucky enough to work with some of the greatest people in this sport, from the team at Lilywhite House and Hotspur Way to all the players and managers over the years.

“I wish to thank all the fans that have supported me over the years. It hasn’t always been an easy journey but significant progress has been made. I will continue to support this club passionately.”

When Levy took over during the 2000-01 season, Spurs were languishing in mid-table under the management of George Graham. The new chairman replaced Graham with club legend Glenn Hoddle in April 2001, reaching the League Cup final the following season, but it was not until 2008 when the London club won their first trophy of the Levy era.

The wait for trophy number two went on even longer, though. After overseeing a move into a new stadium, Levy saw Spurs suffer a painful Champions League final defeat against Liverpool in 2019 and a narrow League Cup final loss against Manchester City two years later.

Spurs finally got their trophy in 2025, beating Manchester United in the Europa League final. That wasn't enough for manager Postecoglou to stay at the helm, but Levy leaves with a new boss installed as the team returns to the Champions League.

There were moments when Spurs' transfer window looked like becoming a disaster but Thomas Frank's side's late business demonstrated it's not over until it's over

Tottenham spent much of the summer being the laughing stock of the transfer window. But, now the window has finally shut, it is Spurs boss Thomas Frank who is entitled to have the last laugh.

After missing out on the likes of Eberechi Eze, Morgan Gibbs-White and Bryan Mbeumo, it looks like it was going to be a summer of frustration. Tottenham saw Eze go to bitter rivals Arsenal, Gibbs-White opted to stay at Nottingham Forest and Mbeumo chose Manchester United ahead of Spurs.

But if you look at the end result after spending in excess of £170m, they have emerged with a much stronger squad, proven internationals and better options in key areas. And just to put the cherry on the cake, they also did their own piece of gazumping by signing Holland international Xavi Simons for £51m from RB Leipzig from under Chelsea's noses.

If Arsenal can do it, then so can Tottenham. And the reality is that Tottenham have greater depth, an ambitious new manager in Frank and also the rewards of playing in the Champions League this season.

They did also recoup £45m by cashing in on Son Heung-min, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Bryan Gil which means their net spend was £125m. The figures actually mean that Tottenham are the fourth biggest net spenders in the Premier League in the past five years, behind only Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea.

It is hard to criticise chairman Daniel Levy on the outlay - it is just they have not tended to spend the money wisely. That is something they have been determined to change this summer and it has been done with joined up thinking between Frank, technical director Johan Lange, Levy, new chief executive Vinai Venkatesham and other members of the recruitment and scouting team.

Last season ended on a high for Tottenham as Ange Postecoglou’s parting gift was the Europa League. But the reason why they lost 22 games and conceded 65 goals in the Premier League was not just a leaky defence.

You had to be pretty naive not to see Tottenham were crying out for a midfield anchorman and the season-long deal - for just over £4m in a loan fee - for Joao Palhinha is astonishing business. That might just be one of the best deals of the summer as they recruited the Portugal international from Bayern Munich knowing full well he was sensational and so consistent for Fulham. They also have an option to buy him next summer for just £27m.

They spent £55m on Mohammed Kudus from West Ham and Frank’s influence has been obvious as now Tottenham do not just have a quality wide player but also one that works very hard. Simons has been destined for Chelsea all summer and yet, with no deal done, Tottenham swooped and his quality as a No10 is a perfect fit after they lost James Maddison for most of the season with a knee injury.

They probably did not have that position in their sights until Maddison got injured but they pressed the button on Simons and they have international quality. They spent £5m on Kota Takai as one for the future, turned Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso into permanent deals - then saved perhaps the most eye-catching for last.

When Randal Kolo Muani became available late on in the window, Tottenham were quick to do a deal with Paris Saint Germain for bargain money. All in all, it leaves Tottenham with better attacking options, experience and quality in midfield and a squad which looks markedly stronger at the end of the window. And that, as any manager or sporting director will testify, is the biggest aim of all.