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Tottenham Hotspur's UEFA Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night could be Thomas Frank's last game in charge of the club.

The Dane is coming under increasing pressure in N17, with the home defeat to West Ham on Saturday leading to internal talks at the club over his position as head coach.

Spurs sit 14th in the Premier League table, five points adrift of even the top half, let alone the European places. Things have been better in the Champions League and if Spurs pick up any kind of result on Tuesday night they should at least make it through to the play-off round before the last 16.

Achieving that will be no mean feat, however, with Dortmund flying high in second place in the Bundesliga table having only been beaten once this season - by Bayern Munich.

Frank has had his issues this season and whether you can blame him entirely for the club's failings, due to his style of football is up for debate.

Tottenham have gone through too many managers since Mauricio Pochettino was sacked in 2019 - going through Jose Mourinho, Nuno Espirito Santo, Antonio Conte, Ange Postecoglou and now Frank, before you even mention the interim bosses Cristian Stellini and Ryan Mason. At some point you have to look at the players when it comes to passing blame.

Here at GIVEMESPORT we thought we'd run the rule over Frank's squad and whether or not he remains in charge, the players that any incoming boss should decide to keep or sell.

Are any of the goalkeepers worth keeping?

Guglielmo Vicario - He is the undisputed No.1 at Spurs, but has he shown enough to warrant staying there for the long-term? Has come under fire from sections of the fanbase on more than one occasion and while a good shotstopper, does not always have the best distribution, nor does he always command his box well. SELL

Antonin Kinsky - Has not had enough of a run in the first team to make an affirmative decision. He is only 22 and has plenty of time on his side to prove his worth. KEEP

Brandon Austin - The only club-trained player in the squad. Got a few chances last season due to injuries and is contracted until 2029. Is unlikely to fetch much in the way of a transfer fee. KEEP

The Spurs defence needs an overhaul

Pedro Porro - The Spaniard is one of the names to have come in for criticism this season, following a disappointing campaign under Postecoglou last year. On his day gets forward incredibly well and can deliver a mean ball into the box, but his defending leaves a lot to be desired at times and his delivery this season - until that magnificent cross for Cristian Romero's header against West Ham - has been poor. SELL

Djed Spence - Clearly very talented and has something about him. Has pace to ensure he can get out of trouble going backwards better than some players and loves to get forward, doing it so well when afford the opportunity to do so. Can frustrate, but that may be down to how bad Spurs have been in his two seasons in the first team. KEEP

Destiny Udogie - Has been injured a lot and Spurs have really missed him. He is a top left-back on his day and does not really take any blame for performances since he's been with the club. KEEP

Ben Davies - A Spurs stalwart and will always give you a six or seven out of ten. Never first choice, but a good, solid squad player. KEEP

Cristian Romero - The Tottenham captain and a World Cup winner. He is a leader, but he's not really leading the club in the right direction under Frank right now. He's a hot head and can be a liability and has been linked with an exit a number of times. Do Spurs need to keep him to achieve their goals? I'm not sure. SELL

Micky van de Ven - The one player Spurs should not entertain leaving. Van de Ven is a superb defender and could be a future captain, too, given he has worn the armband in Romero's absence. The fans love him, but he will feel the disconnect as much as anyone and will know if things don't improve he would be loved elsewhere. KEEP

Radu Dragusin - Has suffered with injuries and has never managed a proper run in the team. Hasn't been able to properly adapt to the Premier League with a bit-part role. Would be interested to see how he got on for an extended period in the team. Has been linked with an exit and if the club can get reasonable money for him, he could be allowed to leave. SELL

Kevin Danso - Not sure what his role in the team is. He is a committed defender and will throw himself about, but is he of the calibre Tottenham want and need to push on? SELL

Midfield has potential

Archie Gray - Big things were expected of the former Leeds man. Since he has come in it feels like he has played almost every position. He always gives it his all and crucially wants the ball. In a better system he will flourish. KEEP

Lucas Bergvall - The other teenage midfielder brought in to the club with huge fan fare. All action Swede needs better players around him and also a better system to play in. He will be a star. KEEP

Rodrigo Bentancur - A top player on his day but injuries have hit him hard and while there are some excellent performances, some games can completely pass him by. SELL

Joao Palhinha - One the the standouts this season in Frank's more pragmatic approach. Only on loan from Bayern Munich but either in this regime or in a different one, probably has a role to play. KEEP

Pape Matar Sarr - Has shown flashes of the energy that Spurs fans want to see in the midfield. Has the legs and an eye for goal. Probably deserves to stay. KEEP

Yves Bissouma - May have done well in his comeback game against West Ham on Saturday but with less than a year on his contract his time looks up. SELL

James Maddison - Spurs have missed his creativity this season. A leader and someone who can fit into any style of play. KEEP

Conor Gallagher - Recently signed from Atletico Madrid. Was not only wanted by Frank but by Postecolgou before him. And shone under Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea. Will do well under any manager. KEEP

Xavi Simons - Took time to get used to the pace of the Premier League, but has shown glimpses of his quality. Will do much better in a more attacking setup. KEEP

Spurs are in the market for forwards

Wilson Odobert - Has plenty of time on his side at just 21 years of age and probably deserves time under a more attacking coach to really see what he can do, given his injuries under Postecoglou last year. KEEP

Mathys Tel - Has looked energetic and one of Spurs' better players when he has been given the chance to play this season. Like Odobert has time on his side and could thrive in a different setup. KEEP

Dejan Kulusevski - Remember him? An excellent forward player who Spurs have missed dreadfully. Will be interesting to see how he returns from injury. KEEP

Mohammed Kudus - A frustrating player. Can turn it on with the click of the fingers, but can also be either anonymous or run down dark alleys holding onto the ball unnecessarily. A new signing, so you probably keep him. KEEP

Richarlison - Tottenham's top scorer this season and always seems to have some sort of impact, despite often looking like he's not in the game. Spurs probably need to upgrade though. SELL

Dominic Solanke - Deserves more time after injury this season. He knows where the back of the net is and his hold-up play and all-round game are spot on. KEEP

Randal Kolo Muani - What does he actually do? He's only on loan, so he can't technically be sold, but don't think he should stay beyond this season. LET GO

Dane Scarlett - Had had chances in the first team and does not look like he is cut out for Spurs. SELL

What about the loan players?

Ashley Phillips - Does not loo like he will make it at Spurs. SELL

Kota Takai - Not seen him yet so needs a chance to prove himself. KEEP

Luka Vuskovic - Has earned rave reviews in Hamburg and there are high hopes for him. KEEP

Alfie Devine - Young player who looks set for a move elsewhere. SELL

Mikey Moore - Has done really well in Scotland and will be looking to make an impact on his return to N17. KEEP

Manor Solomon - Probably time to go for good. SELL

Yang min-hyeok - Same as Takai. KEEP

Liverpool could be about to make Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Micky van de Ven one of the most expensive defenders in footballing history, according to reports - with the reigning Premier League champions making the Dutchman their top target for the summer.

Liverpool won the Premier League title last season, though this season's trophy defence hasn't gone as planned, failing to beat all three promoted teams at home and sitting 14 points behind leaders Arsenal with just 16 games to go.

Their defence has struggled this season, being just the tenth strongest in the Premier League, being more leaky than the likes of Everton, Brighton and newly-promoted Sunderland, a key facet to their struggles. And that has seen Arne Slot earmark Van de Ven as a top target to fix the issue.

Report: Liverpool Preparing 'Huge £78m Investment' to Sign Tottenham Star Micky Van de Ven

The report by Spanish outlet Fichajes states that Liverpool are preparing a 'major investment' to strengthen their defence, with a top-level centre-back being scouted by the Reds in the form of Van de Ven.

The Dutchman, who would act as compatriot Virgl van Dijk's successor for both club and country, has impressed at Tottenham Hotspur with his athletic displays, and with nine goals in just 80 games for the north London side, he can contribute at both ends of the pitch.

The Anfield outfit are planning the future of their defence, with Van Dijk set to turn 35 by the start of next season, and the summer transfer window will be key to sorting their defence out for the coming years.

'Special' Van de Ven is thought to be their top target, and they are thought to be willing to offer up to £78million for the defender, who has established himself as one of the most reliable centre-backs in the Premier League in recent seasons.

Spurs have no intention of letting him go, and the star is under contract until 2029, though £78million would be a difficult fee to refuse for the north London outfit, despite Van de Ven being labelled as a 'modern centre-back'.

Van de Ven Would be an Ideal Long-Term Replacement for Virgil van Dijk

Van de Ven regularly ranks amongst the quickest players in the Premier League, and his physicality alongside his mental game allows him to cover large areas of the pitch - thus allowing Liverpool to play a high line.

It's something they've massively benefitted from in recent seasons. Formerly, wing-backs Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson would fly up the pitch, squeezing clubs into defensive formations with Van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate covering at the back.

Van Dijk is aging and Konate has lost his form, so a new star is needed, and Van de Ven could be central to that.

Tottenham Hotspur assistant coach John Heitinga is a potential caretaker candidate should Thomas Frank be sacked, according to The Times journalist Tom Allnutt.

The north London side are believed to be contemplating whether to part ways with the Danish tactician following Saturday’s 2-1 defeat to West Ham.

The lack of clear alternatives to replace Frank mid-season is claimed to be part of Spurs’ dilemma, as the club board feel a wrong appointment could push them into a relegation battle.

After 22 games, Spurs are languishing 14th in the Premier League table, eight points off the top five and 10 points off the relegation zone.

Spurs Could Promote John Heitinga

According to The Times, Heitinga is viewed as a possible candidate to take over temporarily at Tottenham, just days after being hired as Frank’s assistant last week.

The Danish tactician played a significant role in helping choose Heitinga for his backroom team, after being impressed with the former Everton defender’s record working with individual players.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Frank’s Premier League average points-per-game record of 1.23 is the worst of Tottenham’s last eight managers.

Heitinga, praised for having ‘the perfect profile’ by Frank, was an assistant to Arne Slot at Liverpool last season before taking over at Dutch giants Ajax in May.

His tenure with the Eredivisie side lasted only four months, during which Ajax secured five wins in 15 games across all competitions.

Frank penned a three-year contract with Tottenham following his appointment in June, replacing sacked Ange Postecoglou, who ended the club’s 17-year trophy drought by winning the Europa League last season.

John Heitinga’s Coaching Career So Far

Heitinga began his coaching career in 2016, following a 15-year professional playing career during which he played for Ajax, Everton, Atletico Madrid, Fulham and Hertha Berlin.

The 42-year-old spent the first seven years of his post-playing career at Ajax, where he worked with youth teams and took interim charge of the senior side in January 2023.

Ahead of the 2023/24 season, Heitinga joined David Moyes’ backroom staff at West Ham, before being appointed Liverpool’s assistant coach in July 2024.

After helping the Reds to the Premier League title last term, Heitinga returned to Ajax for a full-time managerial role, which lasted just 15 games.

Tottenham Eyeing Mauricio Pochettino

Tottenham are interested in appointing former manager Mauricio Pochettino as Frank’s permanent successor after the season.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly offered the manager's job to former Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez, with Spurs believing it's time to explore different options in the dugout, according to Fichajes.

It's been a season of disappointment for Spurs, who currently sit in 14th position in the Premier League table, with just two wins under their belt at home. Pressure has mounted even further on the manager after their loss against struggling West Ham United at the weekend, with Nuno Espirito Santo's side failing to win in their previous nine games before their short trip to north London.

David Ornstein recently reported that Frank has lost some of the support of his players, with 'many' dissatisfied with the job he is currently doing at Tottenham. The respected journalist also claimed that it's a matter of when, not if, Frank is sacked as manager.

Tottenham Offer Job to Xavi

According to a report from Fichajes, Tottenham have made contact with Xavi to offer him the manager's job. It's claimed that Frank's future is now 'hanging by a thread' with Spurs believing it's time for them to explore other options in the dugout.

It's unclear whether Xavi is willing to accept the offer as it stands, 'calmly' analysing the situation as he waits on the right opportunity for his next role. Xavi, described as 'the best manager in the world' by Joan Laporta, will see his future decided in the coming months, but Spurs clearly want to bring him in as soon as possible, with Frank walking on thin ice.

Whether Xavi accepts the reported offer remains to be seen, but Spurs aren't the only club in the race for his signature, and the Spanish manager has some decisions to make in the coming days.

Tottenham's Season is Far From Over

Although Spurs sit in 14th position in the Premier League table, their season is far from over, especially if they bring in a new manager to kickstart some momentum. The north London club are just six points away from seventh, and nine points away from the top four.

The Premier League is incredibly tight between 16th and fourth, so there's opportunities all across the division for clubs to put a run together and climb the table. With Spurs also competing in the Champions League, there is plenty for a new manager to get their teeth into if a chance if made in the near future.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank is under pressure after a disappointing result against West Ham United, and David Ornstein has now claimed that 'many' Spurs players are 'dissatisfied' with the manager at the moment.

It's been an incredibly poor season for Tottenham under Frank, who arrived from Brentford in the summer. Their recent result against West Ham was particularly disappointing, with the Hammers competing in the relegation zone in the Premier League. Spurs conceded late on to a Callum Wilson goal, with their home form this campaign even more unacceptable than it already was.

Fabrizio Romano recently claimed that Frank's job at Tottenham isn't safe after their recent defeat, while GIVEMESPORT sources have also confirmed that talks have taken place behind the scenes in terms of a potential sacking.

Speaking on his Instagram story, Ornstein has provided an update on Frank at Tottenham, suggesting that it's a matter of 'when, not if' in terms of the Danish manager departing. The respected reporter also adds that 'many' Spurs players are currently dissatisfied with how things are going under the current manager.

"It's a critical situation for Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur. As things stand, he remains in position, and Tottenham play in the Champions League against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday. So, possibly he gets to take charge of that. There is still a lot of goodwill behind Thomas Frank internally at Tottenham, they want him to succeed, but I think there is a great deal of realism too. There's an acceptance that that might not happen, which makes me think it's a matter of when, not if, he will go. Of course, there's a chance of a dramatic upturn, but I think that's looking improbable, especially when the fans have turned against him and the hierarchy. Also, from what we hear, many players are understandably dissatisfied, feeling that, not that Thomas Frank is out of his depth, but perhaps he wasn't the right fit for this job."

It's never a good sign when the players are showing dissatisfaction towards the manager, and it usually means that the writing is on the wall. If the squad aren't going to buy into the manager's ideas, then it's going to be incredibly difficult for them to turn things around.

Time for Frank to Leave Tottenham

There are a host of reasons why Tottenham should be looking to move on from Frank, and the players being dissatisfied is the latest. Spurs currently sit in 14th position in the Premier League table, while their home form ranks them in 17th position.

Although it doesn't really matter where the results come from, producing just two wins from 11 Premier League games in front of your own fans simply isn't good enough. There are thousands of fans paying a lot of money to watch them every other week, and the performances from Frank's side at the moment are worthy of being sacked.

Tottenham Hotspur are discussing the future of Thomas Frank after their recent defeat at home to West Ham United, and they are now eyeing a move to appoint Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler.

Spurs have been on a tricky run of form of late under Frank, but their latest defeat was one that will have caused huge concern. They face the Hammers at home, a game which a side of Tottenham's calibre would expect to win, especially with Nuno Espirito Santo's side struggling heading into the match, sitting in the relegation zone.

The pressure is undoubtedly mounting on Frank in north London, with Fabrizio Romano confirming that the Tottenham board are holding talks to discuss his future at the club. Whether he's sacked following the defeat against West Ham remains to be seen, but another bad result could be the end.

Tottenham Eyeing Record-Breaking Manager

According to a report from Football Insider, Tottenham are now eyeing Brighton manager Hurzeler as a 'top' target to replace Frank. It's claimed that Frank's sacking is edging closer, and Spurs are now looking for an ambitious, young replacement.

Breaking the record to become the youngest manager in Premier League history, Hurzeler would certainly fit that profile. Other reports have suggested that Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is also a target for Spurs, but Football Insider have failed to mention the Austrian's name in their report.

The report also includes a mention of Mauricio Pochettino, who is believed to be another option for Spurs, but any move would have to wait until after the World Cup, with their former manager currently in charge of the USA.

Tottenham Must Make Quick Decision

There's no doubt Tottenham need further reinforcements in the January market, on top of Conor Gallagher, especially after selling Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace. The future of Frank being up in the air can't be helping them in pursuit of options, and Tottenham need to speak out about the manager's future at the club.

A potential target might be concerned by all the media speculation surrounding the future of Frank, not knowing whether he's going to be in charge for the remainder of the season if they sign on the dotted line. Spurs also face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Tuesday, so a decision has to be made in the coming hours if they are going to relieve him of his duties.

Thomas Frank is under immense pressure at Tottenham Hotspur, with a huge section of the crowd chanting 'you're getting sacked in the morning' at him after the dismal 2-1 defeat to West Ham on Saturday afternoon.

Just a week-and-a-half on from curing Bournemouth, who had not won in 11 games prior to facing Spurs, Dr Tottenham were at it again for the Hammers, who came to N17 and won for the first time in 11 games, having failed to win any of their previous ten.

West Ham love beating Spurs, such is the rivalry between the two clubs, and having had very little to cheer about this season, causing Tottenham further pain would have lifted the fans somewhat.

Thomas Frank Accepts Spurs Fans Chants

The Spurs fans, however, have let their feelings be known on numerous occasions this season, and booing the players off the pitch has become normal behaviour.

Some Tottenham fans joined in with the Aston Villa fans' chanting 'you're getting sacked in the morning' during the FA Cup defeat last weekend. There were thousands more singing that very song on Saturday at the final whistle.

Speaking after the defeat, Frank said: "I've probably had better times, it's probably not the best time of course. But I understand, I'm the man in charge. So the blame will go to me.

"That's fair, no problem in that sense. As long as they are backing the players, doing everything they can, to support them and drive them forward, that's what we do, and we will keep going forward."

Frank has retained the backing of the Spurs hierarchy throughout a tumultuous season, but tensions are getting frayed and according to TalkSport there are talks behind the scenes now as to whether to stick with him or sack him.

Will Thomas Frank Be Sacked?

Frank's future is hanging in the balance, with a final decision to be made by CEO Vinai Venkatesham, who sent an open letter to the Tottenham supporters on Saturday morning - a message that did not mention Frank.

Tottenham take on Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night, knowing a win would guarantee them a spot in at least the play-offs for the last 16. Whether Frank is still in the dugout remains to be seen, however.

There are plenty of names in the frame to replace him, should he be sacked and one manager who will forever be linked with a return to the club is Mauricio Pochettino. The Argentinian was arguably one of the most successful Spurs managers of the modern era - despite not winning a trophy - getting the team playing the Spurs way in an entertaining five-year spell in north London.

He will guide the USA at the World Cup in 2026 but will become a free agent thereafter, leading to plenty of speculation that he could make a heroic return to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before the 2026/27 season begins.

Mauricio Pochettino Dreaming Of Return

Pochettino is understood to be open to returning to Spurs this summer, and has spoken about having unfinished business at the club in a number of interviews before.

"In the bottom of my heart, I still feel the same, I would like one day to come back" he said. "Not because of my ego, it is because my feeling is I would like one day to win with Tottenham. We were so close, and it was so painful.

"Now Tottenham is a club with an expectation to win because if you see the facilities – training ground or stadium – now you can see it is about winning trophies.

"That's why I would like one day to come back with all the possibilities again to build something special. If that doesn't happen, it doesn't happen. But that is my feeling, and it didn't change. It is always going to be a special club for me."

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a move to bolster their attack by signing Brentford star Kevin Schade, according to Caught Offside.

Spurs strengthened their forward options in the summer with the arrivals of Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani but so far have struggled massively and currently sit 14th in the Premier League with just 27 points from their 22 games.

That has seen the pressure grow on manager Thomas Frank's future with the club despite only arriving in the summer, but the club are also keen to add more firepower to their squad to climb up the table, and a familiar face has emerged as a target.

Tottenham Want to Sign Kevin Schade

Schade, who has been praised for his incredible speed as one of the fastest players in the Premier League, has had a fantastic season so far for Brentford, netting six goals and registering three assists in 21 appearances so far for Keith Andrews' side.

Those performances have alerted several top clubs to his quality, and Tottenham are among the clubs who have registered an interest in the German for a potential 2026 transfer.

The Bees have absolutely no intention of selling the 24-year-old in mid-season after losing Yoanne Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo last summer, but they are aware of the interest in the forward and their stance could change in the summer depending on them receiving a big bid.

It's understood the Germany international is currently valued at between £43-52m, and Spurs could look to use the fact that Frank was the man to bring him to the Premier League initially as a way to gain an advantage, should he remain in charge in north London.

Schade Could Be Ready to Explode

Spurs' attack is full of players who are currently seemingly on the verge of exploding into superstardom, and Schade would be another who fits that bill.

Players like Xavi Simons and Kudus have performed well at other clubs with smaller expectations, but their performances so far with Tottenham have been relatively underwhelming. A deal for Schade, especially at that price tag, would bring the same types of risks and not necessarily be an upgrade on what they already have.

However, if the deal was done, it would provide a clearly talented player with a huge platform to step up and become a hero, which is something Tottenham are desperate for since the departures of Heung-Min Son and Harry Kane.

Tottenham Hotspur must sack Thomas Frank as soon as possible after his side were beaten 2-1 at home by relegation-battling West Ham on Saturday afternoon.

Spurs fell behind to a deflected Crysencio Summerville strike in the first half, before captain Cristian Romero headed home an equaliser midway through the second half. But the north London outfit turned one point to none in second-half stoppage time as substitute Callum Wilson netted in the 93rd minute, leaving them 14th in the table with just 27 points from their 22 games.

With the game dubbed as El Sackico, Tottenham now have a major decision to make on the future of their manager, but there is an easy route for them to take to get fans back on side.

Frank Must be Sacked, Glasner Appointed

Spurs have been linked with a number of managerial appointments in recent weeks as pressure grows on Frank, and one name who has consistently been mentioned is Austrian Oliver Glasner.

The Crystal Palace boss revealed in his pre-match press conference on Friday afternoon that he would be leaving the Eagles at the end of the season when his contract expires, as he seeks a 'new challenge' in his career. He followed that up with a 2-1 defeat away at Sunderland, with many fans concerned that he may have already checked out of Selhurst Park.

Glasner spoke to the media after the game and criticised the Palace board, claiming he felt 'abandoned', and blasted their decision to sell Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi just one day before games at different points this season.

But with Frank's time at the club surely nearer to an end than ever before, it would make a lot of sense for Spurs to test the waters and look to bring Glasner in now for the second half of the campaign, to try and save their season.

Described as 'world-class', Glasner came in to Palace midways through their season in 2024 and saved them from a relegation battle before turning them into FA Cup winners the following season and playing European football.

A similar outcome for Spurs would be considered a miracle at this stage, and the board should be doing all they can to convince Glasner himself and Palace that a parting of ways before the summer is best for all involved.

Glasner Not Glamorous, But Effective

Some Spurs fans may have reservations about the style of football that Glasner could bring, considering his pragmatic approach at Palace, but he has previously shown at Frankfurt that he is adaptable and capable of playing free-flowing, attacking football too.

It's also fair to say that Tottenham aren't in a position where they can be overly picky right now. Results must be the priority, and Glasner wins more often than he doesn't. With a squad as talented as the one available at Tottenham, he could work wonders.

Tottenham Hotspur are among the frontrunners to sign Juventus striker Jonathan David this month, according to Sports Boom.

The Lilywhites have had a mixed campaign so far and have already moved to strengthen their squad during the January transfer window by splashing £34.7m on England international Conor Gallagher for their midfield.

But Thomas Frank is still keen to add a new striker to his squad amid concerns over the fitness and form of Dominic Solanke, Richarlison and Randal Kolo Muani, which has seen the club turn their attentions to a familiar target from previous windows ahead of a potential late swoop.

Tottenham Want to Sign Jonathan David

David, who has been described as 'one of the best strikers in the world', was one of the hottest properties in the most recent summer window in the striker search as he left Ligue 1 side Lille on a free transfer.

Despite constant links to the Premier League, the Canadian opted to move to Serie A with Juventus, but he has found regular game time difficult to come by so far, registering just three goals and three assists in 19 appearances in the Italian topo flight, with only nine of them coming from the start.

That has sparked rumours that the £250,000-a-week star could look to move away ahead of the World Cup this summer in his home nation, and Tottenham are reported to be among the frontrunners for his signature as they look to add more firepower to the squad.

The player himself would be open to a move to the Premier League to test himself, however, Juventus see him as a key member of their squad and are not willing to sanction an exit mid-season.

Spurs view the 26-year-old as the ideal competition for their forward line, and someone whose profile fits what the manager is looking for, but they are not alone in their interest, with a number of other English clubs showing an interest including Crystal Palace.

Tottenham Need Goals to Save Their Season

So far this season, Frank's side have struggled to score goals freely, and the team has come under major criticism from the fans for a lack of entertaining football.

Richarlison is currently the team's top scorer this season but he is set to miss up to two months with a hamstring injury, while Kolo Muani is yet to score in the Premier League, and Solanke has barely played all season.

David's arrival would add plenty of firepower and a great goalscoring record to the side, while also bringing some excitement for fans and fresh legs to spring the squad to life. A deal looks unlikely, currently, but it's one to keep an eye on in the coming weeks just in case things take an unexpected turn.