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A US consortium – spearheaded by tech entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick – have launched a record-breaking takeover bid, worth £4.5 billion, for Premier League outfit Tottenham Hotspur. The stunning news comes after a dramatic change in Spurs' personnel as Daniel Levy's 25-year reign came to an end earlier in September.

Earick and his partners, which include 11 other people, are willing to cough up £3.3 billion to buy out the entire club, which would see owners ENIC and the Lewis family no longer involved in proceedings in north London. He has assembled NFL and NBA investors to back his vision to transform the 2024/25 Europa League winners.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Tottenham Hotspur – alongside Everton, Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal – have never been relegated since the Premier League's inception in 1992.

The other £1.2 billion would be freed up for the "player budget" – which includes, but is not exclusive to, wages, fee and agent payment. Spurs boss Thomas Frank, who is widely regarded as one of the best managers in the world of football, will have access to said money when the doors of the January transfer window swing open.

Tottenham Subject to World-Record Takeover Bid

Earick's "Tottenham 3.0" blueprint foresees Frank's men transforming, by virtue of his consortium's investment, from pretenders to contenders. The 41-year-old has also lined up a £250 million stadium rights deal and is understood to have already opened dialogue with the club's higher-ups – including the aforementioned Levy – a few months ago. A source close to Earick told SunSport:

"Brooklyn and his team think everything is in place at Tottenham already. Spurs has a world class stadium and training ground, the infrastructure is all in place. But with the investment they are ready to make, it will be the final step to turn the club into winners on the pitch as well."

Following Levy's unforeseen exit from his role as chairman, talks have – according to The Sun – began to accelerate. The now-departed executive was seen as a hindrance to a sale as he wanted to remain at the top of the free irrespective of whether a deal was struck and rubber-stamped.

Since his departure earlier this month, ENIC and the Lewis family – who are widely regarded as one of the worst ownership groups in the Premier League – have held a firm stance: they are not looking to sell the north London outfit but are looking, instead, to enjoy success under their stewardship.

Forbes, however, value Spurs at £2.6 billion and Earick, a clever businessman who used to work at NASA, and his group are willing to pay 27 percent above value. The fact the club are listed on the New York Stock Exchange means any changes in ownership would need to be agreed under Takeover Panel Rules. As a result, from start to finish, a strict timetable would need to be followed.

Formerly a DJ, Earick is a colourful character and wants the deal to be completed and be given ratification from the Premier League chiefs by the start of this December. This, in turn, would allow him and his team to work their magic – alongside Frank and Co – in the winter transfer window.

Off the back of winning the Europa League, beating Manchester United 1-0 in the final, and replacing Ange Postecoglou with the ever-exciting Frank, there's no better time for investors, and potential future owners, to get involved with the club.

Tottenham Hotspur icon Harry Kane could choose to return to Hotspur Way next summer as his preference is to head back to the Premier League if he leaves Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munich at the end of the season, GIVEMESPORT senior football correspondent Ben Jacobs has revealed.

Although Spurs were not afraid to splash the cash before the transfer window slammed shut earlier this month, with Mohammed Kudus being the most expensive arrival thanks to his £55million switch from Premier League rivals West Ham United, head coach Thomas Frank is continuously looking to make his side more productive in the final third of the pitch.

Frank is Already Open to Kane Heading Back to Spurs

Kane has a release clause that Tottenham and other suitors will have a chance to take advantage of next summer, according to Jacobs, and the 32-year-old may be interested in heading back to familiar surroundings as he has no plans to embark on a fresh challenge in Major League Soccer or Saudi Arabia. GMS' senior football correspondent said:

"He doesn't see appeal in going to MLS yet. Saudi Pro League clubs have tried in the past and never had any encouragement so, if Kane is to leave Bayern, it would almost certainly be to go back to the Premier League. Then we have to understand if that's a return to Tottenham - and Thomas Frank has said he would be very welcome - or whether he would be prepared to put on the shirt of another club and rival to Spurs.

"I think suitors are aware of this €65million release clause, which becomes active next summer, and also understand that Kane may consider leaving Bayern after the World Cup. That's going to be one to watch next summer."

It has been suggested that Kane will have to inform Bayern Munich of his desire to leave before the end of the winter transfer window if he wants his release clause to become active a matter of months later, meaning Tottenham and other interested parties are keeping tabs on his situation.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Harry Kane won seven duels and grabbed a hat-trick during Bayern Munich's victory at Hoffenheim last weekend

The striker has been at the Allianz Arena since completing a move worth £100million from Spurs in August 2023 and ended his wait to get his hands on silverware by clinching the Bundesliga title last season, while he also won the German Super Cup earlier this year.

Tottenham boss Frank has confirmed that he would be interested in landing Kane if he decides to leave Bayern Munich, but it is understood that no discussions have taken place at this stage and the England international would seek a lucrative contract which would put him at the top of the wage bill.

West Ham United are edging towards reaching an agreement with managerial candidate Nuno Espirito Santo to take over from head coach Graham Potter and, following a woeful start to the season, he could be exactly what is needed if the London Stadium hierarchy want to return to the European adventures enjoyed during David Moyes' tenure.

The Hammers made significant changes to their squad during the summer transfer window - with Mateus Fernandes, El Hadji Malick Diouf and Soungoutou Magassa being among the big-names to arrive in the capital - but disastrous performances and results have resulted in them already being fearful of suffering relegation from the Premier League.

Last weekend's defeat to Crystal Palace means that West Ham have still only registered one win this term, which came against Nottingham Forest before the international break, and co-owner David Sullivan needs to quickly make an alteration in the dugout if he wants to save their season.

Nuno Capable of Guiding Hammers Back into Europe

West Ham are closer to agreeing a deal for Nuno to be appointed as their next boss, according to respected journalist Alan Nixon, and there is no doubt that he would be a better option than Potter at this stage. The Hammers have been awful when it comes to defending corners, look blunt in attack and, as a result, are in desperate need of fresh ideas.

The Hammers are in the Premier League's relegation zone and, although it appears a managerial change will not be made before the journey to Everton's brand-new Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday, Sullivan and vice-chair Karren Brady are seriously contemplating wielding the axe.

Nuno is on the market after being sacked by Nottingham Forest earlier this month, making him an even more attractive option for West Ham, and his time at the City Ground highlighted that he could be the perfect candidate to steer the east Londoners back to challenging for European qualification.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Nuno Espirito Santo guided Nottingham Forest to 30 wins over the course of his 71-match reign

The 51-year-old tactician guided the Tricky Trees into the Europa League last season, following Crystal Palace's demotion, with a counter-attacking style of play that was very similar to what Moyes utilised during his successful spell in the Hammers' hot-seat, meaning it may turn out to be a recipe for success.

Nuno always prioritises making his side defensively sound, which is a key reason why Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels came within touching distance of winning the top flight's Golden Glove award during the 2024/25 campaign. West Ham are conceding far too many goals at the moment, so he could be what is needed.

Although Nuno using a similar style of play to Moyes can be seen as a positive, some may also feel it is a negative. After all, there was a large section of West Ham fans desperate for the latter to be sacked because they wanted to see their side on the front foot with an entertaining brand of football.

The fact that the former Wolverhampton Wanderers boss also had a spell in charge of arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur will also not go down well in some quarters but, ultimately, his record shows that he can get Hammers fans dreaming of returning to the days when they were winning the Europa Conference League.

Nuno would quickly make West Ham structurally sound, boosting their hopes of maintaining their top flight status, and his counter-attacking philosophy would also play to the strengths of the likes of captain Jarrod Bowen and the electric Crysencio Summerville on the opposite flank. The bottom line is that Sullivan and Brady need to quickly make a change or risk dropping into the Championship, and he would be an upgrade on Potter.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite ahead of the January transfer window, according to journalist Mark Brus.

Branthwaite has been linked with a departure from Everton regularly over the last few years, and it's no surprise considering the consistent performances he's produced during his time with the Toffees. So far, Everton have resisted any interest in the English centre-back, and they recently tied him down to a new long-term deal, keeping him contracted until 2026.

As we've seen so often in football, players signing new deals doesn't always mean anything when it comes to whether they will still at the club, but what Everton have done is protected his value. The Merseyside club will be under no pressure to offload the defender, so they can demand whatever they like to allow him to head through the exit door.

Tottenham Eyeing Everton Defender Jarrad Branthwaite

According to a report from journalist Brus, Tottenham are one of the sides showing an interest in signing Everton centre-back Branthwaite. Although the England international isn't actively pushing for a move, he does have a desire to join a top club eventually, and Spurs will be able to offer him Champions League football.

Manchester United previous shown the biggest interest in the former Carlisle man, seeing multiple bids rejected, including a £50m bid. The Red Devils remain keen on securing his signature and are expected to place a £60m bid in the January transfer window, but Tottenham are also there in the race to prise him away from the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

It's perhaps been surprising that Everton have managed to keep hold of Branthwaite over the last few years and even convince him to sign a new contract. The Toffees have been struggling towards the bottom of the Premier League table, but Branthwaite hasn't pushed for a departure just yet.

Tottenham Hotspur attacking star Xavi Simons created seven chances against Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night, and that's a vital reason why he needs to start every week under Thomas Frank.

Simons made the move to Spurs during the summer transfer window, and despite starting twice in a row in the Premier League, Frank opted to drop him to the bench against Brighton. It was always going to take time for Simons to settle in to a new league, but a player of his quality should be a guaranteed starter every single week.

Spurs have enjoyed a strong start to the Premier League season, but they dropped points against Brighton last time out. Simons returned to the starting XI against Doncaster, and although it was against lower opposition, he showed Frank what he was missing from their previous Premier League clash. With some tough fixtures coming up, it's a chance for Simons to really show what he's all about.

Telling Stat Shows Why Simons Must Start for Tottenham

As per FotMob, Simons created a whopping seven chances during the game against Doncaster Rovers, despite being substituted in the 61st minute. In the Premier League this season, this would rank him in third place for Spurs from just a single game, and creativity is something Spurs are missing with Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison out injured.

Questions have been asked of some of Simons performances recently, but his display against Doncaster shows exactly why he needs to start every single week. Against Brighton, no Tottenham player created more than two chances in the game, showing what they were missing with Simons on the bench. The Dutch international eventually came on late in the game, but had he been playing from the start, there's no doubt Spurs would have seen more creativity throughout.

Up next for Spurs is a home game against Wolves this weekend, before they travel to Bodo/Glimt on Tuesday. Frank should be looking to give Simons starts in both of these games, and the fact he was brought off early against Doncaster could speak volumes. With a couple of games in quick succession up ahead, the Danish manager might have hooked the Dutch attacking midfielder with one eye on the upcoming matches.

Tottenham Hotspur are preparing to hold discussions with Fabio Paratici after he has made it clear that he still wants to be handed a full-time role despite Daniel Levy's departure from Hotspur Way earlier this month, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed on the latest episode of our Market Madness podcast.

After giving head coach Thomas Frank the opportunity to splash the cash during the summer transfer window, with Mohammed Kudus proving to be the most expensive acquisition following his £55million switch from Premier League counterparts West Ham United, Spurs have been making adjustments behind the scenes.

Levy was removed from his role as executive chairman a matter of days after the deadline to secure reinforcements, allowing Peter Charrington to be installed as Tottenham's non-executive chairman, and that has resulted in there being uncertainty over whether Paratici will be handed a significant role in north London.

Paratici Eager to be Handed a Full-Time Role at Spurs

Paratici is set to enter talks with the Lewis family over his Tottenham future, according to GMS sources, after he has continued working for last season's Europa League winners as a consultant since the summer transfer window despite trusted ally Levy heading through the exit door.

Although the Italian has stayed with Spurs after accepting an 18-month suspended prison sentence as part of a settlement agreement following his involvement in the financial scandal at former employers Juventus, he is still waiting for clarification over whether his role will change.

GMS sources have been informed that Paratici's preference is to stick to Levy's initial plan by securing a full-time position, having initially agreed to lead recruitment from October onwards, but chief executive Vinai Venkatesham will play a key role in deciding whether to continue on that path.

The 53-year-old resigned from his managing director of football position when his appeal against a two-and-a-half-year ban for alleged financial irregularities was rejected by Italy's highest sports court, only to be handed a route back to the north Londoners when his suspension came to an end in July.

Paratici's suspended jail sentence allows him to work without a legal case lingering over him, GMS sources have learned, but there was no admission of guilt and he is keen to continue his relationship with Tottenham.

Paratici Told Industry Insiders He Would Make Return

GMS sources have been told that the Lewis family are preparing to make Paratici's ongoing remit clear in discussions, which comes after he had initially been informing industry insiders that he would be returning to Tottenham before the transfer window slammed shut earlier this month.

Levy's departure from the north Londoners came as a surprise to many and his return to a full-time position was cast into doubt after the exit resulted in Joe Lewis' daughter Vivienne, son Charles and grandson-in-law Nick Beucher taking on a more active role behind the scenes at Spurs.

Paratici wants Tottenham to stick to the agreement he reached with Levy, which would enable him to play a crucial role in their recruitment drive as preparations are made for upcoming transfer windows, but GMS sources understand that his conversations with the Lewis family will dictate whether his wish is granted.

Tottenham and Doncaster will go head-to-head in the EFL Cup third round at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Wednesday night with both teams keen to progress to the next round.

Thomas Frank's side battled back from 2-0 down at the weekend to earn a 2-2 draw with Brighton at the AMEX Stadium, while Grant McCann's side fell to a 2-1 home defeat to AFC Wimbledon in League One, and they now sit in seventh in the table, after reaching this stage of the competition with a 2-0 win over Accrington Stanley last month.

Both sides have some decisions to make with their lineup as they face big fixtures this weekend too, and this is how GIVEMESPORT expects the teams to look.

Tottenham Team News

Frank has got some long-term absentees in his squad in the shape of James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski and Radu Dragusin, while there are also concerns over Dominic Solanke's ankle problem too.

Kota Takai has returned to training following a foot problem but Yves Bissouma still hasn't featured with a knock. Randal Kolo Muani is also out having not made his debut due to injury, but Frank is likely to rotate his team.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Frank shared an update on the squad ahead of the game.

"It looks... good. Everyone available last time is available again.

"Of course Kulusevski is a top player. Instead of putting an exact month, I just want him back as soon as possible. It's not tomorrow but hopefully it's not too far away. A good chance to see Kulusevski in action before the end of the year."

"They [Takai and Solanke] are progressing. They both trained with the team today.

"Kolo Muani and Ben Davies, minor injuries and this game has just come too soon.

"It'll be a great opportunity to have some young players on the bench. It's always special to give a youngster the debut. It could be a good opportunity."

Tottenham Predicted XI

Tottenham Predicted XI: Kinsky; Spence, Danso, Romero, Udogie; Gray, Bentancur; Johnson, Simons, Odobert; Tel.

Tottenham Predicted Substitutes: Austin (GK), Porro (DEF), Van de Ven (DEF), Palhinha (MID), Sarr (MID), Bergvall (MID), Richarlison (FWD), Kudus (FWD), Scarlett (FWD).

Spurs are likely to switch their team around to provide minutes for players who need them, which means the likes of Archie Gray, Wilson Odobert, Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso should start.

That means £430,000-a-week trio Micky Van de Ven, Richarlison and Mohammed Kudus are likely to be on the bench, while there's an opportunity for some youngsters to be in the squad too.

Doncaster Team News

Grant McCann will be without midfielder Harry Clifton who is dealing with a torn hamstring and is expected to miss at least six weeks of action.

However, the League One outfit have been boosted by news that winger Damola Ajayi, who is on loan from Tottenham, has been given permission to play in this game and will be pushing to start as a result.

Doncaster Predicted XI

West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan and vice-chair Karren Brady have been weighing up whether to attempt to lure Burnley boss Scott Parker to the London Stadium and, after a woeful start to the season, it is clear that he would be an upgrade on current head coach Graham Potter.

The Hammers are in serious danger of failing to retain their Premier League status unless they make a speedy alteration in the dugout as they have only sealed one win this term, against Nottingham Forest last month, and they were eliminated from the Carabao Cup at the earliest possible opportunity.

Sullivan and Brady were the target of protests before the defeat to Crystal Palace last weekend, highlighting the disconnect between the fanbase and the hierarchy, but showing some ambition by tempting Parker away from Turf Moor would go down well with a large section of supporters.

Hammers Need to Land Parker After Worrying Results

West Ham have held talks over a move for Parker after adding him to a shortlist of managerial targets which also includes the likes of Nuno Espirito Santo, Slaven Bilic and Gary O'Neil, GIVEMESPORT senior reporter Andrew Dillon has exclusively revealed, and exploring whether he would be interested in swapping Burnley for the London Stadium hot-seat should be seen as a no-brainer.

The 44-year-old has an imperious record in his current surroundings, having led the Clarets back into the Premier League and suffered just seven defeats over the course of his 56-match reign, and the Hammers are crying out for that winning mentality as they aim to claw themselves out of a relegation dogfight.

Despite being among the favourites to drop into the Championship this season, Parker's Burnley have made a strong start to the campaign and would have more points on the board were it not for conceding stoppage time penalties against reigning champions Liverpool and Manchester United either side of the international break.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Scott Parker has recorded 112 wins over the course of 253 matches in management

West Ham will have to pay compensation to get the tactician out of Turf Moor, which goes against what Sullivan usually likes to do after previously plumping for free agents. But the east Londoners are in a worrying position and need to get the next appointment right, not simply go for the cheapest option.

Handing Parker the managerial reins would excite large sections of the Hammers' fanbase, particularly after it has been doom and gloom in the opening weeks of the campaign, and the hierarchy need to prioritise convincing him to walk away from Burnley in favour of returning to the capital for a fresh challenge.

Parker is Already Aware of East Londoners' Demands

Parker already has an affinity with West Ham fans after enjoying a four-year spell on the club's books during his playing career, winning three coveted Hammer of the Year awards along the way, meaning he can identify with them and already understands the demands he would face if he quits Burnley.

Admittedly, the former Bournemouth, Fulham and Club Brugge tactician tarnished his relationship with the supporters by joining arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur when he departed following relegation, but he is the outstanding candidate if Potter is axed in the coming weeks.

Parker ticks all the boxes for West Ham. He has managerial experience in the Premier League, boasts an exciting style of play and - should it come to it - has already shown that he is capable of winning promotion from the Championship. Sullivan and Brady need to do all they can to persuade him to save the east Londoners' season.

Tottenham Hotspur star Joao Palhinha is keen to remain in the Premier League instead of returning to Bayern Munich at the end of the season and is hoping for Hotspur Way chiefs to take advantage of the option to turn his temporary switch into a permanent agreement, GIVEMESPORT senior football correspondent Ben Jacobs has revealed.

Spurs were not afraid to splash the cash following the appointment of Thomas Frank as Ange Postecoglou's successor in the dugout, with Mohammed Kudus being the most expensive arrival following his £55million move from West Ham United, but they also dipped into the loan market during the summer transfer window.

Palhinha Eager to Stay at Spurs Beyond This Season

Palhinha wants to make a permanent move to Tottenham in 2026, according to Jacobs, as he is eager to remain in the English top flight instead of being forced to return to Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munich at the end of the season. The respected journalist told GMS:

"I think the Joao Palhinha signing has been excellent for Tottenham. The original agreement had an option to buy, which is set at £27million. That was something that both Tottenham and the player were very keen on factoring in as part of the deal.

"Palhinha, in particular, viewed the loan as being contingent, in many ways, on having that option to buy because he would like to be permanently back in the Premier League.

"If Spurs choose to take up the option, the player will be very happy with that because he dove into the move, wanting that permanence to begin with."

Palhinha has already made himself a regular starter under Tottenham head coach Frank and, having been described as 'world-class', he has a strong desire to extend his career with the north Londoners instead of returning to parent club Bayern Munich within the next 12 months.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Joao Palhinha won 10 duels during Tottenham Hotspur's draw with Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend

Spurs are covering the entirety of the defensive midfielder's salary during his time in the capital, which stands at £135,000-per-week before bonuses, and he set his sights on returning to the Premier League after previously enjoying a productive spell with Fulham ahead of embarking on a fresh challenge in Germany.

The 30-year-old Portugal international, who found the back of the net during Tottenham's victory over Manchester City last month, is determined to secure a place in his country's 2026 World Cup squad and was aware that he would have been forced to contend with limited game time if he remained at Bayern Munich.

Tottenham Hotspur striker Randal Kolo Muani could struggle to break into Thomas Frank's side on a regular basis this season, especially if the form of Richarlison continues.

Kolo Muani signed on loan from Juventus during the summer transfer window, late in the market as Spurs looked to bring in further attacking reinforcements. Dominic Solanke has struggled with injuries in the opening few weeks of the campaign, meaning Tottenham needed further additions in the final third.

With Kolo Muani still getting used to English football, Frank has deployed Richarlison through the middle of the attack predominantly. In four Premier League starts this campaign, the Brazilian international has struck three times, while also providing an assist. Mathys Tel has also been utilised as a centre-forward, so Kolo Muani has plenty of competition to contend with.

Kolo Muani Could Struggle for Game Time at Tottenham

Over the course of the 2025/2026 season, French striker Kolo Muani might struggle to receive as many minutes as he might have hoped for, particularly if Richarlison can continue his fine form. The Paris Saint-Germain loanee has struggled to score consistently over the last few years, barring a short spell at Juventus last campaign.

During his time at PSG, Kolo Muani has scored just 11 goals in 54 games, struggling to make an impact after his move from Eintracht Frankfurt. The French forward might not be the complete package striker that Spurs fans were hoping for in attack, and if Richarlison is able to keep up his goalscoring record, there's little reason to bring in Kolo Muani to replace him.

It will be interesting to see what happens when Solanke returns from his injury, and there's a chance that Kolo Muani could even become third choice at the club. With Kolo Muani joining on a straight loan with no buy option, it was a relatively risk-free addition towards the end of the window, so it's difficult to question the signing from a negative perspective, but there's a world where he struggles to become a regular under Frank this season.

Richarlison might not be as big a name as Kolo Muani, but he will be incredibly unfortunate to have his spot in the starting XI taken by Kolo Muani over the coming weeks when the latter is fit and ready to play.