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Matt Wells has said an emotional farewell to Tottenham Hotspur as he departs the club to begin his managerial career.

Thomas Frank has no shortage of problems to deal with at the moment as he tries to turn around Tottenham’s form and get the team back to winning ways.

The Dane has now suffered yet another setback as his assistant coach has now departed the club.

Spurs have confirmed that Matt Wells has parted ways with the club, with the 37-year-old set to take charge of the Colorado Rapids ahead of the new Major League Soccer season.

Matt Wells admits Tottenham journey has been fulfillment of a dream

Wells has taken to social media to take us through his journey of starting out as a Spurs fan and making his way through the club’s academy before becoming a coach.

He admitted that it was a special moment when he helped the club end their 17-year trophy drought to win the Europa League back in May.

Wells wrote on Instagram: “Born in Chase Farm Hospital, the grandson of a true Spurs legend, who first joined the club as an 8-year-old academy player and went on to become the Assistant Manager as we lifted the Europa League.

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“So many incredible things happened in between as I progressed through the ranks from U9 to U18 and eventually embarked on my coaching journey with nearly every age group from 13’s to 21’s.

“Too many pivotal people to list who have helped shape me into the person I am today, but it’s impossible not to mention Ugo Ehiogu who has been with me every step of the way. Simply put, my Tottenham journey adds up to a dream come true. Time for me to go and prove my worth as a Head Coach.”

Spurs may soon lose another senior staff member

Frank has confirmed that Tottenham will hire a new coach to replace Wells, but he may not be the only man that the North London club have to replace.

Reports indicate that Fabio Paratici is in line to become Fiorentina’s head of football, with the Italian potentially set to vacate his sporting director role at Spurs just two months after joining.

A Tottenham Hotspur centre-back has been hit with a charge by the FA for an incident that happened against Liverpool.

Both Xavi Simons and Cristian Romero were sent off controversially against Liverpool, and there was also plenty of consternation at Tottenham about the decision not to rule out Hugo Ekitike’s goal.

Over the last few days, there have also been calls for Micky van de Ven to be retrospectively punished for his tackle on Alexander Isak during Liverpool’s opening goal.

However, it is his centre-back partner, Romero, who has been charged following Tottenham’s 2-1 loss.

The FA have now charged the Argentine for ‘failing to promptly leave the field’ and for confronting the official after he was shown a red card

The Tottenham centre-back received his first yellow for aggressively complaining about Ekitike’s goal and his second one in stoppage time for kicking out at Ibrahima Konate.

The FA’s statement reads: “Tottenham Hotspur’s Cristian Romero has been charged following their Premier League match against Liverpool on Saturday 20 December.

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“It’s alleged that he acted in an improper manner by failing to promptly leave the field of play and/or behaving in a confrontational and/or aggressive manner towards the match referee after being sent off in the 93rd minute. Cristian Romero has until Friday 2 January 2026 to respond.”

Romero has been criticised heavily for his behaviour

The Tottenham captain has picked up more yellow cards than any other Premier League player this season, and he has received a lot of flak following his sending off against Liverpool.

Some journalists have labelled Romero ‘a complete liability’ to Spurs, while others have questioned his ability, suggesting that the Tottenham star is an ‘average’ defender.

Romero will miss Tottenham’s trip to Selhurst Park on Sunday, with the defender now set to serve a one-match suspension after his sending off against Liverpool.

Tottenham Hotspur do not have to break the bank to land an experienced midfielder, whom Thomas Frank is keen on landing.

Many experienced number sixes have been linked with a move to N17 in January, and that might be due to reports suggesting Yves Bissouma is on his way out of Spurs.

That includes Ruben Neves, who Tottenham are said to be keen on bringing back to the Premier League.

It has been suggested that the former Wolves man’s experience in England, vision, and leadership qualities appeal to Thomas Frank’s side.

Tottenham can land Ruben Neves for a cut-price fee

Over the last couple of weeks, several sources have claimed that Neves is keen on a return to the Premier League in January.

This has now been backed up by journalist Sam C, who revealed on social media that the 28-year-old feels he has unfinished business in European football.

The journalist also asserted that Al-Hilal are ready to sell the rumoured Tottenham Hotspur target for just £25m next month, two years on from buying him for £47m.

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He wrote on X: “Understand Ruben Neves feels like he can still play in Europe, and is open to a move away from Saudi Arabia in January. Player can be prized away from Al-Hilal for around £25m.”

Spurs are not the front-runners for Neves

CaughtOffside relayed this information from Sam C, and they also add their own information to the Neves transfer saga.

They claim that several Premier League clubs want Neves and that it is Man United who are currently leading the race to land the midfielder.

Their report makes no mention of Tottenham but adds that Newcastle United and West Ham United are also after the Portuguese international.

Tottenham Hotspur are no longer the favourites to land an exciting attacker, who became the second youngest ever Premier League debutant last term.

Spurs have plenty of exciting teenagers in their set-up, many of whom big things are expected out of in the coming years.

It has emerged that the North Londoners are now looking to raid the Championship for a 16-year-old, who is quickly earning a reputation as one of the best young attacking talents in his age group.

It emerged last week that Tottenham are plotting a move for Leicester City winger Jeremy Monga, who became the Premier League’s second-youngest debutant last season at just 15 years and 271 days. It was said that Spurs wanted to overtake Man City in the race to sign the ‘outstanding’ talent.

Two Premier League giants enter race for Tottenham target Jeremy Monga

Monga has continued his impressive growth this season, making 14 appearances across the league and Carabao Cup this term, notching up one goal.

According to TEAMtalk, his performances have caught the attention of many big-hitters in the top-flight, with two clubs in particular showing keen interest in the winger.

The outlet claims that Manchester City and Chelsea have now scouted the youngster and are eyeing January moves for him.

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The Foxes are expected to have their resolve to hold to their academy graduate tested next month, with the Blues and Cityzens emerging as the front-runners, while Real Madrid are also watching the teenager.

Spurs need players who are proven at the highest level

Tottenham have had plenty of success with signing young, up-and-coming talents over recent years, with Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Luka Vuskovic all on their way to becoming special players.

However, what Thomas Frank and Spurs need in January is a couple of players who would strengthen their starting eleven and make an immediate impact.

While talents like Monga would undoubtedly be smart additions for the club, those signings have to be made alongside other experienced additions.

Carlos Vinicius has said something interesting about working with one big-name player at Tottenham Hotspur.

The Brazilian arrived on a season-long loan deal from Benfica for the 2020-21 campaign, with the Lilywhites choosing not to sign him permanently at the end of the term.

Vinicius had decent numbers for Spurs, scoring 10 goals in 22 outings, but most of those strikes came in the Europa League.

The centre-forward made only nine appearances in the Premier League, and that was because he had Harry Kane in front of him, and the 30-year-old has now shed light on working with Tottenham’s record goalscorer.

Carlos Vinicius admits he learned a lot from Tottenham legend Harry Kane

Vinicus has been prolific since his return to Brazil at the start of the calendar year, finishing the season with 12 goals in 14 outings for Gremio.

He has now reflected on his time at Spurs, admitting that he learned a lot from watching Kane’s professionalism and mentality upclose.

Vinicius told ESPN Brazil: “Kane was the one I learned the most from. It’s a very high level.

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“What really catches my attention with these top players is the level they keep and the fact that they can score a hat-trick one game and turn up the next day as if nothing special happened. Very natural. It’s like, ‘let’s go again, let’s work again’.”

“Kane is a proper Englishman. Polite, involved, does his job, then goes home. The English are like that.”

Kane is the perfect role model for any young player

While Kane’s quality is second to none in world football, it is interesting just how many of his former and current teammates reference his mentality.

That is undoubtedly the 32-year-old’s standout trait, and it has contributed significantly to his career success.

It is worth remembering that Kane was never really the most talented player in any of the age groups while coming through the ranks at Spurs.

However, he was always determined to learn and get better, which is why he is the perfect role model for any young player around the world.

An experienced midfielder wanted by Thomas Frank at Tottenham has made a decision on his future ahead of the January window.

Several sources have reported that Frank wants Spurs to prioritise signing players with Premier League experience in January.

One of the players on the Lilywhites’ radar is thought to be a 28-year-old who forged a big reputation in the English top-flight before moving to Saudi Arabia.

It emerged last month that Tottenham are keen on bringing Ruben Neves back to the Premier League, but the North London club are expected to have a battle on their hands for the player.

Man United and Newcastle set sights on Tottenham target Ruben Neves

CaughtOffside have now claimed that Neves has decided that he wants to return to the Premier League in January.

The former Wolves man and his representatives have given English clubs the green light to make a move for him next month.

However, the outlet makes no mention of Tottenham Hotspur, instead naming Man United and Newcastle United as the two clubs vying for Neves.

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The report claims that Ruben Amorim values the Portuguese star’s ability to dictate play, recycle possession efficiently, and provide defensive balance, while the Magpies view the player as a great market opportunity.

What is Al-Hilal’s stance on Neves?

CaughtOffside say that the experienced midfielder has already turned down a new contract offered by Al-Hilal.

With his current deal ending next year, the Saudi club want to avoid losing him for free and have thus decided to cash in on him in January.

The publication adds that Inter Milan and Juventus are also watching Neves’ situation, but the player’s top preference is to return to the Premier League.

A new report has suggested that Tottenham Hotspur may have to break the bank in order to sign a long-term target.

Over the last 12 months, plenty of reports have suggested that Tottenham had extensively scouted Harry Gray, the younger brother of Archie, who plays as a striker in the Leeds youth sides.

The 17-year-old, who has only made one senior appearance for Leeds, is also thought to be of interest to other clubs in the Premier League.

It emerged earlier this year that Tottenham are facing competition from Arsenal and Newcastle for Harry Gray, and it turns out that another big Premier League club are ready to spend big on the teenager.

Tottenham have to be wary as Man City come up with Harry Gray plan

News first broke on Sunday that Man City have entered to sign Harry Gray, which came as a big blow to the Lilywhites.

Now, CaughtOffside have relayed more information from the Patreon of journalist Alan Nixon, who was the first to break the news about City’s interest in the Leeds man.

It is revealed that Pep Guardiola’s men are prepared to make an offer of £40m for the Spurs target.

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It is alleged that City could even offer Kalvin Phillips as a sweetener to Leeds in order to push through a deal for the 17-year-old.

Would Spurs spend £40m on a teenager again?

Spurs paid £40m to sign Archie Gray from Leeds 18 months ago, and the transfer fee raised eyebrows at the time since the youngster was coming off just one good season in the Championship.

In fact, it has been reported that Tottenham beat both Liverpool and Man City to the signing of Archie, and that has proven to be an inspired decision.

City are seemingly keen not to lose out to Spurs for his young brother, and it will be interesting to see if the North London club breaks the bank for another member of the Gray family.

A news outlet has revealed what the Tottenham hierarchy is thinking about Liverpool’s rumoured bid to sign Lucas Bergvall.

The Swede swept all of Spurs’ end-of-season awards last term, and while he has not been a regular in the starting lineup this term, he has had plenty of game time.

It has emerged over the last 24 hours that Liverpool have identified Bergvall as a priority target and have opened talks with Spurs regarding the 19-year-old.

That update, which came from Fichajes, suggests that if the Reds offer €60m (£52.4m) for Bergvall, Tottenham may consider cashing in on him and using the funds to strengthen other areas of their squad.

Tottenham have no intention of selling Lucas Bergvall

However, TEAMtalk have now analysed the rumours about the teenager, and they say that their sources have not been informed of any such impending offer from Liverpool for the player.

Additionally, they say with confidence that Spurs will not entertain the prospect of selling Bergvall anytime soon.

In fact, they have heard from one club source that the teenager will be ‘one of the last’ players that they will contemplate cashing in on.

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Thomas Frank’s men consider the midfielder to be ‘off limits’ for the upcoming transfer windows as they attempt to build a competitive squad.

Huge hopes for Bergvall at Spurs

TEAMtalk point out that the Sweden international has started four Champions League matches this term and half of the club’s Premier League matches, which shows how much he is valued by Frank and his coaching staff.

It is revealed that fitures at Hotspur Way are excited about Bergvall’s long-term future, with many believing that he can reach the very top of the game.

In fact, some even believe that the midfielder can turn into a £100m asset if he fulfils his potential in North London.

Tottenham Hotspur are turning their attention to a young attacker who has been setting the Eredivisie alight this season.

It has been widely reported over the last few days that Spurs look set to miss out on Antoine Semenyo, despite their willingness to offer the Bournemouth winger a higher salary than their Premier League rivals.

It remains to be seen which winger the Lilywhites prioritise in January if a deal for the Ghana international is off the table.

It has now emerged that Tottenham Hotspur are turning their attention to a Belgian youngster, who is winning many plaudits with his displays in Dutch football.

Tottenham eyeing move for Ajax’s Mika Godts

TEAMtalk say that Ajax starlet Mika Godt is emerging as an option for Tottenham as they scour the market for a new left-winger.

The 20-year-old is enjoying a superb campaign for the Dutch giants, having scored seven assists and picked up eight assists so far across all competitions.

The report says that the former Genk youngster has been likened to Eden Hazard and is regarded as one of the brightest young talents in Europe.

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Tottenham have scouted Godt multiple times this season and have been left extremely impressed with him.

As the interest in the Belgian grows, it is revealed that Ajax are anxious about losing him, especially given their struggles this campaign.

Who are the other Antoine Semenyo alternatives Spurs have identified?

It has been claimed that Tottenham could go back in for Savinho after failing to agree a deal for the Man City man in the summer.

Pep Guardiola’s men are expected to be more receptive to an offer from Spurs for the Brazilian than they were in the summer, as the winger has failed to impress this season.

Crystal Palace’s hopes of signing Brennan Johnson from Tottenham Hotspur have been thrown into doubt after the latest update on the winger’s future.

A number of outlets are now reporting that Tottenham are tempted to cash in on Johnson, as they look to rejig their forward line in the January window.

As many as five English clubs are interested in the Spurs winger, who finished as the North London club’s top scorer with 18 goals last term.

Over the last few days, it has emerged that Crystal Palace have the most advanced interest in Johnson, but the Eagles now have a major challenger for the 24-year-old.

TEAMtalk have now revealed that the South London club now know that they have a big challenger for the former Nottingham Forest man’s signature.

That competition is coming from Aston Villa, who have now allegedly reached out to Johnson’s representatives regarding a January move to Villa Park.

The Villans are keen on hijacking Palace’s move for the Spurs man and hoping to move things forward quickly after speaking to the player.

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The report says that Unai Emery’s men believe Johnson can add pace and versatility to their forward line and are now ready to compete directly with Palace should Tottenham greenlight a sale.

Who is leading the race to land Johnson?

TEAMtalk explain that the Spurs man would prefer to stay in London and wants regular minutes ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which works in Palace’s favour.

Additionally, the interest of the Eagles is already advanced, which gives them the edge in the race for the Johnson.

However, the outlet adds that Villa’s ambition and financial muscle could prove decisive in luring the winger to Villa Park over the coming weeks.