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Spurs return to Premier League action under the lights this weekend, with Thomas Frank’s side hosting Wolves at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Here’s how to watch the clash between Tottenham and Wolves.

Tottenham Hotspur step back into Premier League duties after their midweek Carabao Cup involvement, which brought a comfortable 3-0 win over Doncaster Rovers at home, ensuring progress in a competition that Thomas Frank will quietly fancy having a run in.

It was another solid display that highlighted the depth Frank has at his disposal, with Spurs showing composure and efficiency against a lower-league opponent.

Now, however, the attention returns to the bread and butter of the Premier League, and it is another home fixture, this time against a Wolves side still searching for their first point of the campaign.

When and where is the game?

Spurs will face Wolves at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, 27 September 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 (UK time).

How to watch Tottenham vs Wolves in the UK

Supporters in the UK will be able to watch Tottenham vs Wolves live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR, with coverage beginning shortly before kick-off.

Tottenham and Wolves team news

Tottenham remain without James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, Radu Dragusin and Yves Bissouma, who are all sidelined through injury.

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There are also question marks over Randal Kolo Muani, Kota Takai and Dominic Solanke, although the trio are edging closer to a return.

As for Wolves, Andre is a doubt with a calf issue, while Enso Gonzalez is ruled out until at least January 2026 with a knee injury.

Spurs Web prediction for Tottenham vs Wolves

On paper, this is the sort of fixture Thomas Frank’s side should be winning, particularly against a Wolves team that has endured a miserable start to the season under Vitor Pereira.

Wolves have lost all five of their opening league fixtures and remain rooted to the bottom of the table without a single point, which highlights just how fragile their confidence will be heading into this game.

Tottenham, meanwhile, sit in third place and will want to shake off the frustration of their recent draw against Brighton by returning to winning ways, and given the form guide, it feels like the perfect opportunity to do so.

Joao Palhinha is delighted that his opinions of Thomas Frank have been proven correct after working with the Danish coach at Tottenham.

While things soured at times last season under Ange Postecoglou, the Australian was still a very popular figure among large swaths of the Spurs fan base.

That was demonstrated by the number of Spurs fans who were fuming with the decision to sack Postecoglou, with many believing that he had earned the right to have a third season.

However, Frank has managed to win over both the players and the Tottenham fans in no time, and Palhinha has now suggested why that might be.

Joao Palhinha raves about Tottenham manager’s qualities as a human

While positive results at the start of his tenure have certainly helped Frank win people over at Tottenham, it is also partly down to his personality, with the 51-year-old coming across as an extremely likeable guy.

Palhinha has revealed that even from the outside, he always felt that the Danish coach was a kind person and admitted that his gut feeling has proven to be correct.

When asked about working with Frank, the Portuguese international told Sky Sports One on One podcast: “For me, I followed Thomas at that time from outside because I didn’t know him. I never met him before. I just played against him when I was in Fulham.

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“But when I was looking at him, he always looked like a coach with the right human [side]. For me, now that I’m sharing the pitch, these moments with him, for sure, that is his best quality. Apart, of course, [from] the other tactical really good things that he has.

“But the main for me, and the most important thing in the coach, is to be a real human being, like to be a great person, I think is the main thing probably that coach needs to be, need to be the best quality and make easy for us to players to speak, not just with him, but each other, the environment inside of the club. I think it’s a really good thing that not just me, but also my teammates have felt since he arrived.”

Spurs players have bought into Thomas Frank’s methods

It is clear from the way the Tottenham players are speaking about Frank that they have not just been won over by his personality but also his tactical nous.

Last week, Guglielmo Vicario said that Tottenham now know exactly what to do in each phase of play much better than they did last season.

David Bentley would love to see Tottenham show ambition by raiding Crystal Palace for one of their star players.

It has been widely reported that Yves Bissouma is expected to leave Spurs, and Tottenham are seemingly on the lookout for a new number six.

Over recent weeks, it has emerged that Tottenham may test Atletico Madrid’s resolve to hold onto Conor Gallagher in January.

According to some sources, Spurs are exploring the possibility of bringing Ruben Neves back to the Premier League, while various outlets have suggested that Thomas Frank’s men are also big fans of Man United’s Kobbie Mainoo.

David Bentley urges Tottenham to sign Crystal Palace star

Based on these transfer links, it appears that the North London club are looking at midfielders with Premier League experience, and Bentley has now thrown another name into the hat.

The former Spurs winger admitted that he would love to see the Lilywhites raid Palace for Adam Wharton.

Bentley said on talkSPORT: “I think he (Frank) has a strong squad, defensively it looks strong. I think in the midfield, I like maybe the boy at Crystal Palace, the left-footed boy.

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“Someone like that who could sit in front and just dictate games. He’s being touted to Real Madrid and stuff like that, but if you can nip in and get a player like that, I think that advances you on.”

Tottenham have held talks regarding Adam Wharton

According to reports, Tottenham reached out to Palace over Adam Wharton late in the summer window, but the Eagles made it clear that their star man is not for sale.

However, the same report explained that the 21-year-old is also on the radars of Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain, thus making a deal very difficult for Spurs to do.

We have heard suggestions that, following the exit of Daniel Levy, Tottenham are ready to change their transfer strategy and target elite signings.

Spurs fans would feel that there is no better way for the Lewis family to signal their ambition than by greenlighting a big-money move for a player like Wharton, who is wanted by the biggest clubs in Europe.

A US consortium has launched a £4.5billion takeover of Tottenham Hotspur to take ownership of the club from ENIC.

There has been change at Tottenham in recent weeks after Daniel Levy stepped down as chairman with the Lewis family deciding to move on the 63-year-old, who had been in charge of the North London club for close to 25 years.

The offer is from a 12-person consortium which is being headed up by tech entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick, who earlier this year came close to agreeing a deal to take over the Maserati MSG Formula E racing team.

Earlier this month ENIC insisted that Tottenham were not for sale in the wake of Levy’s exit to quell any speculation that moving on the chairman was part of a potential exit plan.

Tottenham are subject of world record takeover bid

The offer consists of a £3.3billion offer to purchase the club, along with a further £1.2billion which has been set aside for improving the playing squad, according to The Sun.

Earick is said to have assembled an investment panel consisting of eleven others who have experience in putting money into NFL and NBA franchises across the pond.

The transfer war chest would be made available to Thomas Frank from the January transfer window and would see the funds allocated towards wages, fees and agent payments.

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He also has a £250million stadium naming rights deal in place for the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, something which has not been achieved since the venue opened six years ago.

Levy had been hoping for a £25million-a-year stadium sponsorship package over a 25-year period which would have generated a world-record £375m, but was never able to get the deal over the line.

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.”

Initial talks were held between Earick and Daniel Levy, however, discussions have accelerated following the boardroom change at Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur may have a lot of work to do to convince Kobbie Mainoo to swap Old Trafford for N17 in January.

Through the summer transfer window, it was reported that Spurs may be ready to pounce on Man United starlet Kobbie Mainoo, but the youngster ended up staying put at Old Trafford.

The speculation has not stopped since the closure of the transfer window, with Tottenham and Newcastle United being backed to test the waters for Mainoo in January, as he continues to struggle for game time at Old Trafford.

Some journalists have even said that Spurs are one of the Man United star’s most likely destinations, even though the 20-year-old has also been mooted as a target for the likes of Real Madrid.

Kobbie Mainoo’s current focus comes as a blow to Tottenham

Manchester Evening News have now offered Tottenham Hotspur a blow by revealing that, for the moment, Mainoo remains focused and determined to win back a place in United’s starting eleven.

The report says that the midfielder is now working extremely hard in Carrington and doing everything in his power to impress manager Ruben Amorim.

The England international has even changed his private chef and is working with a private coach in an attempt to improve his game.

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The outlet says that Mainoo is desperate to play regularly for United and is highly motivated to get back into the England squad for next summer’s World Cup.

What Ruben Amorim has said about Kobbie Mainoo

Tottenham will also not take heart from Rubem Amorim’s recent comments, which suggest that the Portuguese coach is not trying to get rid of the midfielder.

Amorim made it clear that he believes in Mainoo a lot and challenged the youngster to keep improving.

The Man United boss said about the Spurs target (via MEN): “Like a lot of guys, he wants to play more. I didn’t have a conversation with him before the window closed – I did this week.

“Because I don’t want Kobbie Mainoo thinking that I was having any conversation with him just to hold on to him. I don’t want that feeling. I believe a lot in Kobbie, but some of you think that Kobbie Mainoo is already done (the finished article). I think he can do so much better, he can improve in a lot.

“I think for some guys it is enough (their talent), but for him it is not enough. Maybe it’s not fair, but I think I’m helping Kobbie Mainoo, and that’s it. He will have opportunities like the other guys.”

Tottenham Hotspur want to bring a former Premier League midfielder back to England, and a new report has shed light on the chances of that happening.

Yves Bissouma is expected to leave Tottenham in January, with the Mali international’s current deal running out next summer.

Spurs are seemingly on the lookout for a replacement, with several reports claiming that Conor Gallagher is on Spurs’ radar ahead of the January window.

The Lilywhites are also eyeing another midfielder with plenty of Premier League experience. It emerged last week that Tottenham are plotting to bring Ruben Neves back to England, a little over two years after he made a big-money move from Wolves to Al-Hilal.

Ruben Neves may be open to Tottenham move but there is one problem

TBR Football have confirmed that Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a move for Neves, and they have handed the Lilywhites’ chances of securing the 28-year-old a boost.

They say that the Portugal international is seeking to return to Europe as he believes that he is only just coming into his prime years as a player.

However, the report explains that a transfer next summer is more likely for Neves than a move mid-season.

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The outlet also asserts that Spurs could face competition from Newcastle and Man United, both of whom are also being kept informed of the midfielder’s situation.

Neves does not have his heart set on a Premier League return

TBR Football also spoke to transfer expert Graeme Bailey, who revealed that the former Wolves man does not want to swap Saudi Arabia for Europe, and would ideally prefer a return to England.

However, the journalist explained that the Al-Hilal man is also open to moving to Portugal, Spain or Italy, and is not restricting his options to the Premier League.

When asked about Neves’ future, Bailey told the publication: “I am told that Neves thinks there is ‘unfinished’ business in England – he had a wonderful time at Molineux and he is still highly respected.

“But it is not a given that he moves back to England. A return to Portugal would be considered whilst there is strong interest in Spain and Italy too – he is not going to be short of options.

“It is believed that Neves, given his substantial earnings during his stay in Saudi Arabia, won’t be looking for similar wages – he is in a good position that he will be able to choose the best club for him – this move will not be about the finances.”

Tottenham Hotspur are continuing to track a La Liga winger, and the North London club have now been told how much they would have to pay to secure his services in January.

According to reports, Tottenham have already started working on potential January additions, with the club wanting to add more depth and star power to their squad.

One of the players on the Lilywhites’ radar is thought to be an exciting Sevilla star. This is according to reports from Spain, which have said that Tottenham are plotting a move for Ruben Vargas in January.

According to journalist Pete O’Rourke, Spurs are eyeing Vargas as a cheaper alternative to Savinho, who they were unable to prise away from Man City in the summer.

How much do Sevilla want for Tottenham target Ruben Vargas?

A fresh report in Vamos Mi Sevilla FC has now also backed up Spurs’ interest in the Switzerland international.

The outlet claims that Tottenham Hotspur have sent scouts to Spain to watch Vargas recently as they eye a potential January move.

However, it is pointed out that the 27-year-old is contracted at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium until 2019 and Sevilla see him as their ‘best asset’.

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As a result, the La Liga side are expected to demand upwards of €25m (£17.4m) for the winger if Spurs come knocking on the door.

Do Tottenham need to sign a winger in January?

Tottenham were after a winger in the summer, but that was before they secured late deals for Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani.

Thomas Frank reportedly sees Kolo Muani as an option for the left-wing role, while he has also used Xavi in that position.

Luca Williams-Barnett etched his name into Tottenham history on Wednesday night, with the teenager making his senior debut in the Carabao Cup and immediately entering the club’s record books.

Tottenham Hotspur got their Carabao Cup campaign this season off to a winning start, after having beaten Doncaster Rovers 3-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Goals from Joao Palhinha, an own goal by McGrath and a dying-minute strike from Brennan Johnson were enough for the Lilywhites on the night.

It was a complete display from Thomas Frank’s side, who have now booked a spot in round four, with Newcastle United their next League Cup opponent.

Luca Williams-Barnett becomes seventh-youngest Spurs debutant

Wednesday night was not just about progressing to the next round, as there was a milestone moment for one Spurs youngster.

According to Transfermarkt, Williams-Barnett became the seventh youngest ever player to make his debut for Tottenham after coming on in the final four minutes of the tie against Doncaster Rovers.

The teenager, who has impressed at the youth level this season with ten goal contributions in six games, made his Tottenham debut at just 16 years, 11 months and 24 days.

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However, he is not the first of such bright talents to appear for Tottenham at such a young age, with several other prospects doing so before him.

Tottenham youngsters who debuted younger than Williams-Barnett

Alfie Devine currently tops the chart for the youngest ever Tottenham debutant, having made his debut at 16 years, 5 months and 9 days.

In second, a striker once described as phenomenal by Jose Mourinho, Dane Scarlett, featured for Tottenham at 16 years, 8 months and 2 days.

In third and more recently comes Mikey Moore, who featured aged 16 years, 9 months and 3 days in a Premier League tie against Manchester City.

Rounding off the list are John Bostock, central midfield, at 16 years, 9 months and 22 days, Ally Dick, left winger, at 16 years, 9 months and 26 days, and Neil McNab, right midfield, at 16 years, 9 months and 30 days.

Club chiefs are quietly hoping that Tottenham make their move in the transfer market, with one player no longer seen as part of their long-term plans.

Tottenham Hotspur have every reason to be encouraged by their transfer dealings this summer, with several new arrivals already beginning to make their presence felt under Thomas Frank.

Mohammed Kudus has quickly established himself as one of Tottenham’s most creative forwards, registering four assists in the Premier League, which is already one more than he managed in the whole of last season.

Xavi Simons is also finding his rhythm in north London, and there are early signs that he could prove to be an inspired addition.

Meanwhile, Joao Palhinha may have only arrived on loan, yet the Portuguese midfielder already looks like a natural fit in this Tottenham side, as his role as the midfield anchor gives balance and stability to Frank’s team.

Bayern Munich open to Joao Palhinha joining Tottenham

Spurs have a £26 million option to turn Palhinha’s loan into a permanent deal, and reports suggest that the club are already weighing up that possibility. Fresh claims from Bild have now shed light on Bayern Munich’s stance regarding the midfielder’s future.

It is understood that Bayern Munich are hoping Tottenham will trigger the clause for a permanent transfer, as Palhinha is no longer viewed as part of their long-term vision.

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The 30-year-old found minutes hard to come by in Germany following his move from Fulham and has slipped down the pecking order, meaning Bayern would be content to see him depart permanently.

The sense from Munich is that Bayern would welcome Spurs exercising their clause, and even if that does not materialise, the Bundesliga giants would still look for a way to move the midfielder on.

Palhinha proving his worth for Spurs

The situation appears to suit all parties, and it is increasingly clear that the ball is now very much in Tottenham’s court regarding whether to keep Palhinha beyond this season.

The Portuguese international has settled back into the Premier League with ease, which comes as no surprise given his two years of experience with Fulham before his switch to Germany.

For Tottenham, his presence has been invaluable, not only offering steel and protection in midfield but also chipping in with goals when required.

This season, he has already scored twice, netting in Spurs’ victory over Manchester City in the Premier League and producing a spectacular bicycle kick against Doncaster in the League Cup.

Djed Spence and on-loan Spurs youngster Damola Ajayi had a funny interaction on social media after going head-to-head in Tottenham’s 3-0 win over Doncaster Rovers.

It is now widely acknowledged that Djed Spence is one of the best one-v-one defenders in the Premier League, with the Spurs full-back becoming nearly unpassable.

The Tottenham Hotspur man has marked some of the best wingers in the world out of the game over the last 12 months, and he came up against a familiar face on Wednesday evening.

Spurs academy starlet Damola Ajayi started for Doncaster on the right in their third-round Carabao Cup clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and he found out first-hand just how difficult Spence is to play against.

Damola Ajayi responds to Djed Spence’s social media post

As has now become the ritual for Spence after every game, he welcomed another winger to his penitentiary following Tottenham’s 3-0 win over Doncaster.

After refusing to let Ajayi pass him through the game, the 25-year-old wrote on Instagram: “I’m sorry, Lil bro. Welcome to the penitentiary.”

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Ajayi responded hilariously with a well-known meme of Neil Warnock, whom Spence has had infamous run-ins with at Middlesbrough.

Tottenham teammates react to Spence’s post about Ajayi

Ajayi was not the only one to respond to the Tottenham full-back’s post, with the likes of Pedro Porro and Xavi Simons also reacting.

Porro simply responded with a series of applause emojis while new Spurs box Xavi Simons commented “1 v 1”. Rio Ferdinand also reacted to the Spurs full back’s post, writing: “Confidence on 100” along with an applause emoji.

It appears that Spence is now creating such an aura that opposition wingers may even think twice about taking him on one-v-one.