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Tottenham’s attacking struggles have raised eyebrows this season, and a closer look reveals the staggering number of goal contributions they have lost since last term.

Thomas Frank’s Tottenham Hotspur have struggled for consistency this season, with results often swinging from positive to negative.

Spurs have improved defensively when compared to last season, but up top in attack, they are far from their solid best.

Tottenham have scored 14 goals in the Premier League, and while that has them in the top five for goals scored, the main issue, however, lies in creativity and the frequency of their goal scoring.

Tottenham’s attacking drop-off explained

The build-up play could be much better by Tottenham, but an interesting statistic shows the lack of scoring threat might not entirely be down to Thomas Frank.

Based on the current players in Frank’s squad, statistics show that the Danish manager has lost 86 goal contributions from last season.

Dominic Solanke is injured, and the Englishman contributed 20 goals and assists for Spurs last season. Heung-min Son, who departed this summer, also contributed 23, with the injured James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski contributing 23 and 20, respectively.

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When you remove players with those kinds of numbers from any team, a performance drop is inevitable, and that’s precisely what’s impacting Tottenham.

Thomas Frank needs new Spurs attack to deliver

Frank now has to rely on a completely new attacking front line, with Mohammed Kudus, Richarlison and Wilson Odobert.

Of course, these players will need some time to adjust to the manager and his style of play, and that could explain why goals are not coming as frequently.

That, however, is no excuse for Frank, as he has been brought in to improve Spurs’ all-round game, and with Kudus and Xavi Simons signed for over £100 million, one would expect these to step up in the absence of some of last season’s top performers.

Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of a highly-rated Spaniard has just got very complicated amidst the latest updates about his future.

Spurs have been linked with a number of centre-forwards over recent weeks, which is not a surprise, given the issues Thomas Frank’s men have upfront.

It emerged a couple of weeks ago that Tottenham have set their sights on a 21-year-old Porto striker, who has been turning a lot of heads since the start of last season.

The player in question is Samu Aghehowa, who Fabio Paratici has reportedly added to Spurs’ transfer wishlist, with the Italian expected to spearhead the North London club’s pursuit of the player in January.

Chelsea are prepared to spend big on Tottenham target Samu Aghehowa

It is now being reported by Fichajes that Chelsea have entered the race to sign the former Atletico Madrid man as the Blues look to add reinforcements to their forward line.

The report says that Porto have made it clear that Aghehowa is not for sale and that the club are only willing to let him go if his 100m (£86.8m) release clause is met.

However, it is asserted that the Blues are ready to pay the Spain international’s release clause next summer.

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This is because they are desperate to add another reliable goalscorer to their squad and see the youngster as an investment for the future.

What is Aghehowa’s transfer stance?

Unlike the previous sources we quoted above, this report from Fichajes does not make any mention of Tottenham Hotspur’s interest in the centre-forward.

However, it is revealed that Aghehowo would be in favour of a move to England as he feels he is ready to test himself in the Premier League.

While Porto do not want to lose the Spain international, they have made it clear to the player that they would be willing to negotiate if an offer meets their financial expectations.

Spurs suffered yet another Premier League home defeat when Aston Villa visited the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium following the October international break.

Spurs currently sit sixth in the Premier League table, but with just three points separating them from 12th, they must return to winning ways soon.

With that in mind, here is our prediction for how Tottenham Hotspur could fare in their next five Premier League matches.

Spurs set to struggle at the Hill Dickson Stadium

Thomas Frank will be hoping his side can bounce back following their abysmal display against Aston Villa, but it does not get any tougher than a trip to Everton’s new home, the Hill Dickson Stadium.

David Moyes’ men have yet to taste defeat at their new ground, winning twice and drawing twice in front of their home fans.

However, Frank could be somewhat optimistic given that his side has picked up ten points from a possible twelve on the road this season.

It remains a difficult one to call, but with European fixtures in the mix for the Lilywhites, Everton could compound Frank’s struggles.

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Prediction: Everton to win 2-1

Tottenham vs Chelsea prediction

The schedule does not get any easier for Tottenham in November as they travel to Newcastle United for a Carabao Cup tie, which will be swiftly followed by a daunting Premier League fixture against Chelsea at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Enzo Maresca’s side has found some rhythm lately, picking up victories over Liverpool and Nottingham Forest, while Tottenham’s record against the Blues has been far from convincing in recent seasons.

Their last home win against Chelsea came in the 2022/23 campaign, and Frank’s men will need to dig deep to change that narrative.

With the attacking threat Tottenham possess, they could force a share of the spoils in what promises to be another cagey London derby.

Prediction: Tottenham to draw 2-2

Tottenham vs Manchester United prediction

The big games continue to come thick and fast as Tottenham prepare to host Manchester United right after Chelsea.

This league fixture comes immediately after Spurs’ European clash with FC Kobenhavn, which should be an advantage given there will be no travel involved.

Spurs often struggle against deep defensive setups, but when facing bigger sides like Manchester United, the game tends to open up, which could play into their attacking strengths.

Thomas Frank’s men may have enough to edge this one, but a draw still feels like the most likely outcome given the current form of both sides.

Prediction: Tottenham to draw 2-2

Spurs to suffer yet another north London derby defeat

The North London Derby remains one of the fiercest rivalries in English football, and this one promises to be no different.

If Tottenham manage to secure positive results against other top-six rivals, their confidence will undoubtedly be high, yet Arsenal’s current form makes them the favourites heading into this clash.

Frank’s side did earn a pre-season draw against the Gunners, but competitive action is a different story entirely. Based on current form and Arsenal’s recent dominance in this fixture, Spurs could find themselves on the losing end once again.

Prediction: Arsenal to win 3-1

Tottenham to win against Fulham

The derby theme continues as Tottenham welcome Fulham to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Despite their home struggles in recent weeks, this fixture could finally see Frank secure his second home league win as Spurs boss.

Fulham are no pushovers under Marco Silva, but Tottenham should have enough attacking quality to get the job done, particularly if their key players rediscover their early-season form.

It might not be a spectacular performance, but a solid home win could offer Spurs the confidence boost they desperately need.

A midfielder, who Tottenham have been interested in since the summer, is now seriously weighing up his future.

Questions have been raised over Tottenham’s Rodrigo Bentancur-Joao Palhinha pairing in midfield, with many suggesting it leaves the Lilywhites devoid of creativity, especially in home matches where they have a lot of the ball.

It has now emerged that Thomas Frank’s men are eyeing a move for a Man United star who Tottenham failed with a move for in the summer window.

According to updates over recent days, Spurs are considering going back in for Kobbie Mainoo in January, and a new update has now revealed what the youngster is thinking about his future.

Tottenham target Kobbie Mainoo is open to a January switch

It has now been revealed by TEAMtalk that, amidst interest from Spurs, Mainoo is seriously weighing up a loan switch away from Old Trafford in the upcoming transfer window.

The 20-year-old is growingly increasingly concerned about missing out on the England squad for next summer’s World Cup, and could thus decide to make a switch in terms of regular game time.

However, it is pointed out that the Red Devils do not boast of great midfield depth, and they may thus not be too keen on greenlighting a temporary switch for their academy graduate.

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A source close to the player told the outlet: “Kobbie’s committed to United, but he knows regular football is crucial for his development and England ambitions. The World Cup is a dream, and he can’t afford to be sidelined.”

Spurs face competition for Mainoo

TEAMtalk say that the Lilywhites are continuing to track the midfielder closely and would be open to signing him on loan.

Thomas Frank views Mainoo as an ‘ideal fit’ for his dynamic system and believes the United star can add more mobility to the Spurs midfield.

However, the North Londoners are not the only ones interested in Mainoo, with Newcastle and Man City also keeping a close eye on the player’s situation.

Tottenham have just found out that their pursuit of a young Brazilian forward has got a lot harder ahead of the January window.

News first emerged at the end of last month that Tottenham’s scouts are closely watching a young wide-forward who is turning a lot of heads in Brazil.

The player in question is Vasco Da Gama winger Rayan, who Spurs have since allegedly explored securing a work permit for ahead of a potential switch to England in January.

Rayan has a release clause of €40m (£34.3m) in his contract, but the Lilywhites have just received some bad news in their pursuit of the teenager.

Competition for Tottenham target Rayan has now intensified

It has now been revealed by TBR Football that Tottenham Hotspur now face competition from a number of their Premier League rivals, as well as from clubs across the continent, for the 19-year-old.

The report says that Newcastle United and Brighton have watched Rayan recently, while The City Group, Arsenal and Liverpool also have him on their radars.

Additionally, clubs from Italy, Spain and Portugal have allegedly spoken to the forward’s intermediaries over a potential transfer.

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What Rayan’s entourage are thinking about their client’s future

Rayan made his desire to move to Europe public recently, and we have now received an interesting update on what his agents are thinking about the possibility.

Journalist Graeme Bailey has now said that the forward’s entourage are of the belief that a January transfer could be on the cards for the player.

Bailey told TBR Football: “Rayan has enjoyed a very good season, but it remains to be seen if Vasco are willing sellers, but I am told intermediaries are operating with the belief a deal is there to be had.

“He has impressed hugely in recent months and a move to Europe is looking likely, and it could very well be England.”

Tottenham Hotspur Head of Scouting Rob Mackenzie has made an interesting revelation about one underrated attribute Mohammed Kudus possesses.

Spurs faced some huge challenges over their previous two campaigns, including one major one, which was arguably the main reason why they finished in 17th place.

Tottenham endured a major injury crisis in each of the last two seasons, and at one point, they even had double-digit absentees.

Some may feel that it was down to their intense style of play, with Spurs completing more sprints per game than any Premier League side under Postecoglou.

Tottenham prioritised athleticism and fitness in their summer recruitment

Thomas Frank has said that he has put plans in place to avoid another injury crisis this season, and the Dane has certainly not been shy of rotating his squad at the start of the campaign.

Rob Mackenzie has now explained that the fitness record of players is something that Tottenham paid a lot of attention to while identifying their transfer targets in the summer.

He also made it clear that athleticism was another key factor in profiling players, which he insisted is now a prerequisite to succeed in the Premier League.

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Mackenzie told Training Ground Guru: “The Premier League has got to that point where almost everybody is an elite athlete first and foremost. It’s such an important part of the package.

“Even (Kalidou) Koulibaly, when he left Napoli to join Chelsea, he said in Serie A you can think and then you can run. In the Premier League you have to think while you run.

“If you look across Europe, across the world, there is nothing that compares to this, there just isn’t. The athleticism is remarkable. Unless you play one or two very specific positions and have an unbelievably high skill level and are exceptional technically, without athleticism you won’t make it.

“A coach will always want players who can play for him every week, even if he chooses to rotate. A Chief Executive will want to be trying to maximise the potential value generation of an asset.

“So the ability to have your players on the pitch regularly is a skill and can differentiate you from teams who are not able to do that. So again, it’s part of the profiling and assessment aspect of our process.”

Mohammed Kudus’ robustness was a key factor for Spurs

Mohammed Kudus has been Tottenham’s best player this season, with the Ghana international winning a lot of plaudits for his strength and his burst of pace in one-v-one situations.

Additionally, he has also completed 90 minutes in almost all of Tottenham’s Premier League games this season, and Mackenzie admitted that the Ghanaian’s fitness record is one of the main reasons why the Lilywhites were drawn to him.

Mackenzie added: “The perceived risk robustness of a player is something that we value very highly. Just as an example, if you were to consider someone like Muhammed Kudus, if you looked at his time at West Ham, outside of being called up for his national team and getting sent off against us and subsequently suspended, he missed two match days.

“He was never an unused sub – if available on the bench, he would always come on. This is a geyser who has found a way to keep himself fit and as a result, has already been one of our most played players. It’s a reflection on physical make-up and genetics, but it’s also a reflection on how professional they are.”

Kevin Danso is enjoying his increased minutes in the Tottenham Hotspur first-team, but he has had to apologise after an incident during the defeat to Aston Villa.

Cristian Romero suffered an injury during the warm-up ahead of Sunday’s clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa.

As a result, Kevin Danso was able to make his fourth Spurs start of the season. However, things did not go to plan for the Austria international as the visitors scored two fine goals and wrapped up all three points at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Danso himself had a moment of worry when he engaged in a heavy challenge on Lucas Digne, but he escaped with a booking from the referee.

Kevin Danso apologises to Lucas Digne after Tottenham clash

Danso joined Thomas Frank in a pre-match press conference ahead of Tottenham’s Champions League fixture with Monaco, and he took the time to reflect on the Aston Villa game.

Digne posted a picture of his battered leg after the match, and Danso has revealed he apologised even before he saw the post.

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He said (Football London): “I saw the picture of his ankle, I didn’t get the chance after the game but I apologised to him on the pitch, and I would like to apologise to him publicly also, there was no malice in it. My intention is never to injure somebody.”

The challenge from Danso was not enough to prevent Digne from completing the match, and he even assisted Aston Villa’s winning goal.

Danso has a point to prove for Spurs

Most Spurs supporters were happy with what they saw from Danso during the second half of last season. However, his record during the current campaign has left room for improvement.

Tottenham have conceded two goals in three of the four matches Danso has started during the current campaign. The 27-year-old’s one clean sheet came against Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup.

Spurs are expected to sign a new centre-back in January, while Radu Dragusin and Kota Takai will eventually become available. If Danso is to remain as the priority backup option behind Cristian Romero, he must show he is more than merely a player who can provide long throw-ins.

Thomas Frank has offered some complimentary words towards Tottenham’s Brennan Johnson, despite the Welshman’s lack of game time in recent weeks.

Brennan Johnson looked to be in a good place near the start of the season. The winger returned to Tottenham Hotspur as the hero in Bilbao and found the back of the net in their opening two Premier League matches.

Johnson was benched for three consecutive matches after Tottenham’s 1-0 defeat to Bournemouth at the end of August. However, he played the full 90 minutes against Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup and scored his third Spurs goal of the season.

Since then, the Wales international has only started once for Tottenham, and that was in the club’s most recent Champions League fixture. Johnson was replaced by Mohammed Kudus on the hour mark against Bodo/Glimt, as Spurs trailed by a single goal.

The winger has since only been handed a combined five minutes of playing time by Thomas Frank against Leeds United and Aston Villa.

Thomas Frank praises Tottenham’s Brennan Johnson

Frank has spoken to the press ahead of Tottenham’s midweek clash with Monaco. Despite Johnson’s lack of game time, the Danish manager has been full of praise for the man he has described as an ‘important’ player.

Although Frank has acknowledged the strong start Johnson made to the season, he also highlighted the contributions of Kudus and Wilson Odobert.

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He said (Tottenham Hotspur): “He’s a very important player. Such an important goal last season and top scorer. Started the season well here, so it’s down to making it fit.

“Brennan can play both left and right, Mo has done good on the right and on the left Wilson has done well.”

Wilson Odobert needs to be more of a threat at Spurs

Johnson’s overall performances have been called into question, but his goal tally speaks for itself. Odobert recently scored four goals in two matches for France under-21s, but he is yet to register a goal contribution for Spurs this season.

There is no question Odobert has talent, but his end product must improve to warrant his place in the first-team. Perhaps it is time for Frank to give Johnson another chance, especially after Tottenham’s poor display against Aston Villa.

Tottenham are preparing for a crucial Champions League game vs Monaco, but Thomas Frank will be without Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie.

Tottenham Hotspur’s attention now turns to UEFA Champions League action, where they will take on AS Monaco on Wednesday night.

It is a trip to France, and with it being an away tie, Thomas Frank might fancy his chances given Spurs’ dismal home record.

The Dane watched his Tottenham team fall to yet another home defeat at the weekend, with Aston Villa beating his side at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium 2-1, despite Spurs taking an early lead.

Coming into the clash against AS Moncao, Frank will be hoping that the fitness of his squad improves, as he has a few injury concerns to contend with.

The Dane’s 22-man Champions League squad is set to be tested for the first time this campaign, with almost ten first-team players expected to miss Wednesday night’s clash.

Cristian Romero remains a doubt, with Frank revealing that it is touch-and-go with the centre-back.

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Destiny Udogie is also nursing an irritation to his knee, and it remains to be seen whether the full-back will be fit enough to feature against the French side.

Dominic Solanke is still out, while unregistered players James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, Radu Dragusin, Yves Bissouma, Mathys Tel, and Takai cannot render any services to the Dane.

Kevin Danso is fit and could come in for Romero, but Ben Davies remains sidelined following an injury during the international break.

Frank has now provided an injury update on his squad ahead of Wednesday’s encounter. On Cristian Romero, he said (Football London): “It’s an adductor strain. We will assess it more this week before we confirm any timeframe.” When asked if fans should be worried, he added: “No, I don’t think so, it’s a strain.”

On Destiny Udogie, he said: “No [he has not travelled], the latest is that he got that knee irritation after international duty. We are assessing and working very hard to get on top of it. We’ll know more day by day.”

Tottenham are locked in a tightly fought contest to sign an experienced forward in January, and it has now emerged that the Lilywhites have moved to the front of the queue in the transfer race.

Spurs Web has relayed several reports over recent weeks suggesting that Tottenham want to add a number nine to their squad in the summer.

This comes amidst suggestions that Spurs are ready to cash in on Richarlison, with the Lilywhites thought to have dropped their asking price for the Brazilian.

It has emerged recently that Tottenham are one of several Premier League clubs eyeing a move for Dusan Vlahovic, who is allegedly looking for an exit route from Juventus.

Tottenham are Dusan Vlahovic’s preferred destination

Some sources have claimed that Spurs and Chelsea are the clubs at the front of the queue to land Vlahovic.

However, it has now been revealed by former Everton CEO Keith Wyness, who remains well connected with industry sources, that the Serbian is leaning towards a switch to N17.

When asked about the race for the Juve star’s signature, Wyness told Football Insider: “Spurs are the team that I’m hearing he’s leaning towards, and I think that could be something that makes sense.

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“If you look at what Spurs have got right now, there’s still that sort of striker position where they are lacking real experience. I think he might be the right sort of fit for them.

“There’s a long time to go yet, but I think in terms of January, it could possibly get done. Vlahovic is edging towards Spurs, and that’s where I’m thinking he may just fit.”

Spurs can land Vlahovic on the cheap

The 25-year-old is in the final year of his contract at Juve, and is thus able to sign a pre-contract agreement with clubs outside the Serie A starting from January.

Unsurprisingly, it has been reported that the Bianconeri are keen to cash in on the former Fiorentina man in the upcoming transfer window.