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Stats show that one Tottenham summer signing this season has outperformed every other player in the Premier League in two big areas of the game, and it’s by a huge margin.

Tottenham Hotspur have kicked off the season impressively under new boss Thomas Frank, sitting third in the Premier League table with 17 points from nine games.

The Tottenham manager will certainly credit the club’s work in the summer transfer window, which turned out to be the 2nd most expensive in the club’s history, with a £124.9 million net spend.

One player who’s proven to be a massive hit already is Joao Palhinha, brought in on a season-long loan from Bayern Munich after a tough spell in the Bundesliga.

It’s no secret that Spurs have been crying out for a proper number six for quite some time, and the Portuguese international has stepped up exactly as needed.

The former Fulham man has quickly become a regular in Frank’s strongest XI, and he’s already Tottenham’s joint-second top scorer this season despite rarely venturing into advanced areas.

Stats show how good Joao Palhinha has been for Tottenham

One big talking point when Palhinha’s move was being finalised was his record during his two seasons at Fulham, where he racked up 300 Premier League tackles between 2022 and 2024, which was also 109 more than any other player in that period. After his return to English football, it feels as if he never left behind that record for anyone to break.

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According to Squawka, Joao Palhinha has made at least eight more tackles than any other player in the Premier League this season (39).

Back at Fulham, he also had a history of picking up bookings and suspensions, but this time, we have rarely seen him put a foot wrong in tackles, as that comes with experience.

That said, Squawka also revealed that he has the best success rate of any midfielder to contest 75+ duels this season (63.46%), which explains why he’s only been booked twice despite going all in for tackles across 14 matches so far

Will Joao Palhinha stay at Tottenham next season?

The good news for fans is that the club included a £26 million option to buy in his loan deal, and reports suggest Spurs could even open talks with Bayern Munich as early as January rather than waiting until summer.

Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Bayern, Tottenham, and Palhinha himself are all open to a deal beyond this season. However, he also made it clear that it’s still too early for formal discussions to begin.

From Bayern’s side, they’re unlikely to stand in his way given their strong depth in Palhinha’s position. Joshua Kimmich remains their main holding midfielder after signing a long-term deal, while Leon Goretzka and Konrad Laimer are both enjoying strong campaigns.

That gives Tottenham every reason to believe a permanent deal is realistic. However, given Palhinha’s age and the club’s long-term planning, Spurs will likely negotiate.

But if all goes well, the Portuguese midfielder should be wearing white again next season. Perhaps not for the long term, but for at least another couple of years, and that would suit everyone just fine.

Heung-min Son’s first strike in an LAFC shirt after leaving Tottenham has been adjudged to be the Goal of the Year in Major League Soccer.

The Tottenham legend is no stranger to scoring worldies, with Spurs fans having watched him hit the top corner from outside the box with both feet time and again.

Son even won the Puskas Award for his incredible solo goal against Burnley back in 2020, which Spurs fans will never forget.

The forward has been finding the back of the net with incredible consistency since his move to LAFC, but it is his first strike in his new colours that has won him a prestigious award.

Tottenham legend Heung-min Son wins MLS Goal of the Season

Despite being an amazing ball striker, the one thing we did not see Son do much in his decade-long spell at Tottenham is score free-kicks.

There is thus a certain irony that his first goal in LAFC came from a free-kick, with the 33-year-old showing great technique with his side foot to get the ball over the wall and dip under the crossbar.

The goal has been deemed the best strike across the 2025 MLS season, with Son thus adding yet another individual award to his long list of accolades.

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Heung-min Son has expressed a desire for a Spurs return

Son has admitted that he wants to return to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for a proper goodbye to the Spurs supporters, having not got a chance to do that in the summer.

The Tottenham faithful will certainly be looking forward to seeing the 33-year-old back at N17, and there is no doubt that he will get an amazing reception.

Heung-min Son has revealed that he has been extremely keen to do one thing ever since leaving Tottenham Hotspur back in the summer.

We are now a few months into the post-Son era at Tottenham, but many Spurs fans are still getting used to not having the effervescent forward at the club.

That appears to be the case inside the club as well, with Ben Davies admitting that it is a strange feeling not to see Son at the training ground.

Son has been dominating the MLS since his move across the pond, with the forward having 12 goal contributions in 10 matches for LAFC, but it is clear that a piece of his heart is still at N17.

Heung-min Son expresses desire for a proper Tottenham farewell

The 33-year-old got his goodbye in South Korea in the summer, with his move to LAFC being finalised during Tottenham’s pre-season tour to his home country.

Son thus never got a chance to say goodbye to the Spurs fans in London, and he admitted that he is looking forward to doing that very soon.

The former Spurs captain said (via Football.London): “I definitely think this is the right time to say, because at the time the transfer was going on and the last game was in Korea, obviously I will go back to London to see all the Spurs fans.

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“I think I deserve to say goodbye in front of all of them, and also, they deserve to see me in a physical sense to say goodbye. It’s going to be a very emotional day as well, but I think I definitely can’t wait to go back to London and see all the Spurs fans.”

A potential loan move to Spurs is not on the cards for Son

With the MLS season ending at the start of December and the new campaign not starting until February of next year, some fans may be wondering if the Korean could potentially make a temporary return to Spurs this winter.

However, Football Asian reported two weeks ago that a loan move to Tottenham is simply not possible for Son this year, given his pre-season commitments.

Tottenham Hotspur will be travelling to St James’ Park on Wednesday for the round of 16 stage of the Carabao Cup. Here is all the information Spurs fans need to know about the draw for the quarterfinals if the Lilywhites progress.

Thomas Frank has set his sights on winning the Carabao Cup, but Tottenham now have an extremely tough tie to negotiate.

They will be going up against current holders Newcastle United away from home for a place in the final eight of the competition.

Should Spurs overcome Eddie Howe’s side, Tottenham fans can start dreaming about potentially winning silverware for the second season in a row.

Here is all you need to know about the draw for the next round, should the Lilywhites overcome the Magpies:

When will the Carabao Cup quarterfinal draw take place?

The draw for the quarterfinal will take place immediately after the final game of this round, which is the clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle.

The draw is scheduled to start after the conclusion of the game at St James Park, no earlier than 10.15 pm, as per The Standard.

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If the scores are level between Tottenham and Newcastle after 90 minutes, the game will go straight to penalties, with no extra time at this stage of the competition.

Where can I watch the Carabao Cup quarterfinal draw?

The draw will be shown on Sky Sports Main Event and Football, while Sky Go customers can tune in via their mobile devices or laptops.

Fans can also follow the draw live on talkSPORT by clicking this live stream link.

Which teams could Tottenham be drawn against in the Carabao Cup?

The ball numbers for the draw have not been revealed and will be finalised just before the draw.

Below are the eight Carabao Cup fixtures that will be played over today and tomorrow, with the winner of each tie entering the draw for the quarterfinals:

Tuesday, 28th October

Wednesday, 29th October

Gary Neville has admitted that he is starting to come around on one experienced Tottenham star after having some doubts about him.

It is astonishing how quickly narratives can change, given the knee-jerk nature of modern football media.

Ahead of Tottenham’s trip to the Hill Dickinson Stadium, there was no doubt that Thomas Frank was under big pressure, with his team selections being scrutinised.

However, Spurs have moved up to third place in the table with a convincing 3-0 win at Everton, and the narrative has once again shifted.

Even Opta’s Supercomputer has revised its prediction on where Tottenham will finish this season after they became the first side to beat the Toffees at their new stadium.

Gary Neville says one Tottenham star has improved

One man who will know too well about the fickle nature of public opinion is Guglielmo Vicario, who some Spurs fans were calling to be dropped just a few weeks ago.

However, on the back of a few great performances, Vicario is now being called one of the best shot-stoppers in the world by some pundits.

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Neville has admitted that he did have his doubts about the Tottenham goalkeeper, but conceded that the 28-year-old is proving to be reliable between the sticks.

The Man United legend said on The Gary Neville podcast about Spurs: “They did things certainly last season they weren’t capable of doing, and that’s being reliable when they’re not playing well.

“Can they withstand pressure? Can they soak up teams putting balls into their box? They did that today. I think they defended really well.

“The goalkeeper looks a lot better. There were times when I wasn’t 100 per cent on him, but I just think there is an element of him looking a lot more solid than he has been.”

Vicario has won over the Spurs fans

The Tottenham number one posted even better numbers against Monaco, and his heroics were the only reason Spurs managed to emerge from that game with a point.

It is clear that the sentiment among Spurs fans over Vicario is shifting, with many giving the Italian his due over the last few days.

Tottenham Hotspur are beginning to show their teeth under Thomas Frank, and two of their standout performers have now earned a place in Alan Shearer’s Premier League Team of the Week.

Tottenham Hotspur secured a very vital win in their last Premier League outing against Everton at the Hill Dickson Stadium.

There were several standout performers for Thomas Frank’s side who put three past Everton while also keeping a clean sheet in the process.

Spurs now sit in third place in the Premier League table and will hope to keep pace with those above them in the coming months.

Alan Shearer names Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario in his Team of the Week

Former Premier League striker Alan Shearer has now named his Team of the Week for matchweek nine, and the former Newcastle United forward has given recognition to two Tottenham stars.

Guglielmo Vicario made it to Shearer’s team after the Italian’s top saves against Everton, where he prevented 0.96 goals and ensured Spurs stayed in control.

Speaking about the 29-year-old on the official Premier League site, Shearer praised Vicario’s decisive moments in goal and wrote: “Made two incredible saves to deny Beto and Iliman Ndiaye, protecting Spurs’ 2-0 lead before they got their third goal in an excellent win at Everton.”

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Shearer hails Micky van de Ven’s leadership and impact

Micky van de Ven was also outstanding, earning recognition from Shearer after scoring a brace against Everton, with both of his goals coming from set pieces.

Writing on the Dutchman’s performance, Shearer highlighted his composure and influence at the back for Spurs, saying: “An outstanding captain’s performance.

“In a tricky away match, Van de Ven stepped up to score with two brilliant headers and produced a commanding display at centre-back.”

Tottenham Hotspur would be aiming to book their place in the next round of the Carabao Cup when they take on a confident Newcastle United side at St James’ Park. Let’s take a look at our predicted Tottenham XI to face Newcastle.

Thomas Frank will be hoping to secure passage through to the next round of the Carabao Cup as he continues his quest for silverware in his debut season as Tottenham boss.

Tottenham make the trip to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United, a side in impressive form, with Eddie Howe’s men winning four of their last five matches.

Spurs come into this cup tie in buoyant spirits following their recent win over Everton, but their record against Newcastle, with just one win in their last five encounters, highlights the challenge ahead.

Rotation is expected to play a role once again, and we have now attempted to predict Frank’s starting eleven against the Magpies.

Predicted Tottenham XI to face Newcastle United

Goalkeeper – Guglielmo Vicario: The Italian has been in fine form for Tottenham, and we expect him to continue between the sticks against Howe’s side as Spurs look to progress.

Right-back – Pedro Porro: Frank’s options in defence remain limited due to the club’s ongoing injury concerns, so we anticipate minimal rotation at the back.

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Centre-back – Kevin Danso: Cristian Romero is not yet back to full fitness, and after Danso’s commanding display against Everton, where he was dominant in the air, we expect Frank to stick with him, particularly with Nick Woltemade leading the line for Newcastle.

Centre-back – Micky van de Ven: The Tottenham centre-back has been in fine scoring form for the Lilywhites, and considering his usual struggles with injuries, it is impressive that he has stayed fit. With Radu Dragusin, Ben Davies, and Takai still sidelined, the Dutchman should continue at the back.

Left-back – Djed Spence: Frank has used Archie Gray at full-back once this season, and that remains an option against Newcastle, but we are backing Spence to get the nod this time.

Pivot midfielder – Rodrigo Bentancur: The Uruguayan partnered Joao Palhinha at the weekend and produced a much-improved display capped with an assist, so we expect him to retain his place from the start.

Centre midfielder – Lucas Bergvall: Frank could reshuffle his midfield, which may see Palhinha drop to the bench with Bergvall coming in to play as the more advanced eight.

Centre midfielder – Pape Matar Sarr: The Senegalese midfielder has enjoyed his best spell in a Tottenham shirt this season and continued his good form with a late goal against Everton. Supporters have been calling for Sarr to start more regularly, and he should be involved from the outset here.

Right winger – Mohammed Kudus: The Ghanaian could return to his usual position on the right flank after Frank’s recent tactical tweak saw him play centrally.

Striker – Mathys Tel: It will be interesting to see who gets the nod through the middle, with Randal Kolo Muani, Richarlison, and Tel all options. We are backing Tel to start ahead of the other two.

After seeing off Everton in their most recent Premier League outing, Tottenham Hotspur now shift focus to the Carabao Cup as they prepare for another stern test on the road. Here’s how to watch the clash between Tottenham and Newcastle.

Spurs were semi-finalists in last season’s edition of the competition and will be keen to go one step further this time around, though the task ahead is far from simple.

Thomas Frank’s men will have to navigate their way past the defending champions in midweek, and that alone is enough to make this a mouth-watering tie for the neutral.

Newcastle United ended their 70-year wait for silverware when they defeated Liverpool at Wembley last season to lift the Carabao Cup, and Eddie Howe’s side will be eager to defend their title once more.

When and where is Tottenham vs Newcastle

Tottenham will travel to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, with kick-off set for 20:00 (UK time).

How to watch Tottenham vs Newcastle in the Carabao Cup

Supporters in the United Kingdom can watch Tottenham vs Newcastle live on ITV1, STV, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Ultra HDR, ITVX, and STV Player.

Team news for Spurs and Newcastle United

Coming into this tie, Eddie Howe has a few injury concerns to deal with ahead of the midweek clash.

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Lewis Hall remains sidelined with a hamstring problem, while Valentino Livramento continues his recovery from a knee injury. Yoane Wissa also misses out with a knee issue and is expected back in early November.

For Tottenham, Thomas Frank will have to make do without several key players once again.

Radu Dragusin and Ben Davies are both nursing injuries and will not feature, while Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie remain doubts ahead of this tie. Meanwhile, Kota Takai, James Maddison, and Dejan Kulusevski are all out.

Yves Bissouma, who picked up a minor knock, is being assessed, while Dominic Solanke is also a doubt with an ankle injury that is likely to keep him out for a short spell.

Spurs Web prediction for Tottenham vs Newcastle United

It is a difficult tie to call given that Newcastle arrive in fine form, having won four of their last five matches across all competitions.

Tottenham, on the other hand, have managed just two victories in that same stretch, though they remain a serious threat away from home.

Thomas Frank will be hoping his side can go deep in this competition, and defeating the defending champions would certainly be a strong statement in that direction.

We expect Frank’s men to keep their strong away form going.

Tottenham legend Heung-min Son is being backed to make a temporary return to Europe at the end of the Major League Soccer season, and a journalist has now revealed if there is truth behind those rumours.

As expected, Son has made the MLS look too easy since his switch to LAFC, with the former Tottenham captain having managed nine goals and three assists in ten outings.

This has led to question marks over whether the 33-year-old still has a lot to offer at the elite level, and there have been some suggestions that he could return to N17 on loan when the MLS season ends in December.

However, two weeks ago, Football Asian dismissed the possibility out of hand, claiming that it is not logistically possible for Son to return to Spurs on loan, given his pre-season commitments.

Could Tottenham legend Heung-min Son end up at AC Milan?

Over recent days, some outlets have suggested that Son could consider joining AC Milan in a temporary deal during the off-season (ESPN).

However, the chances of such a deal happening have now been played down by journalist Matteo Moretto, who revealed on his YouTube channel that there is nothing concrete behind the rumours.

In fact, he revealed that the Rossoneri have not shown any interest in the Spurs legend due to a number of reasons, including the cost of the operation.

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Additionally, Milan believe they are well covered in the left-wing role and are prioritising signing a number nine rather than a wide-forward in January.

Ben Davies has made Son admission at Spurs

Speaking in the fan forum a week and a half ago, Ben Davies admitted that it is ‘strange’ not having Son around at Tottenham.

The pair have been together at Spurs since 2015, with Davies even naming Son as the godfather to his son.

However, Spurs fans may get an opportunity to see their hero soon, as Son has admitted that he would love to say goodbye at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, having not had a chance to do that in the summer.

Tottenham are back in the Premier League top four after another confident away victory, and Pedro Porro’s brilliance saw him equal a record.

Tottenham Hotspur are back in the top four of the Premier League with their latest 3-0 victory over Everton.

A brace from Micky van de Ven and a late goal from Pape Matar Sarr ensured that Spurs secured all three points away from home once more this season.

It was a complete display from Thomas Frank’s men, who all stuck to their task as they ended their run of two games without a victory at the weekend.

Pedro Porro equals Tottenham record after assist vs Everton

Pedro Porro was one of several Spurs stars to have shone against Everton, with the former Sporting man keeping Jack Grealish quiet for most of the game.

However, his influence was not limited to just the defensive side of things; Porro also contributed to a goal as Spurs ran out winners.

The Spaniard assisted Van de Ven’s second of the night with a lovely delivery from a corner, which the Dutchman met emphatically. In the process, the full-back equalled a record for Tottenham.

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That goal contribution took Porro’s total assists for Tottenham to 17, making him the joint-highest for a Tottenham defender in the Premier League, with Danny Rose levelled with the 26-year-old.

Porro set to surpass Danny Rose’s record

Of course, before the season runs out, one would expect Pedro Porro to surpass Rose and become the defender with the most assists for Tottenham.

The Spanish full-back has been a constant for Tottenham since making a move two seasons ago, and it is no surprise he is close to breaking such a record.