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Alan Sugar has launched a furious attack on Jamie Redknapp following the pundit’s latest comments about Daniel Levy’s time at Tottenham, with the former Spurs chairman making it clear he will be taking further action.

Tottenham Hotspur have begun the post-Daniel Levy era in the best way possible after their 3-0 victory over West Ham United at the London Stadium.

Members of the new Tottenham board were in attendance for that win, with representatives of the Lewis family and new CEO Vinai Venkatesham all present to witness the start of this new chapter.

It feels significant, as talk of more ambition continues to spread in the media, with supporters eager to see genuine change at the north London club, especially now that the Levy era has finally drawn to a close.

Daniel Levy may have faced constant criticism from Tottenham supporters during his long reign for his lack of ambition on the pitch, but the former chairman did deliver financial stability off the pitch, ensuring profits and growth during his tenure.

However, Jamie Redknapp recently suggested that when Levy first took charge, Alan Sugar had left Tottenham in a difficult position, and those words did not go down well with the ex-chairman.

Sugar hit back strongly on social media, blasting the former Spurs midfielder and making it clear that he intends to take the matter further.

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In his post, Sugar wrote: “Jamie Redknapp is a double barrel idiot. He talks a load of rubbish. He said when Daniel Levy took over Spurs Alan Sugar left the club in a right mess. He and SKY will be hearing from my lawyers Monday.”

Spurs fans focused on the present under Thomas Frank

While Alan Sugar looks to take further action, Spurs fans are firmly focused on the present and what the future may hold under this new structure.

The supporters want the Lewis family to show ambition beyond just words, as promises have already been made, but the real measure will come in the transfer market when financial backing and intent are put to the test.

Cristian Romero has issued a message to Tottenham fans following their victory over West Ham United, with the Spurs captain showing his leadership qualities early in the season as the team continues to build momentum.

Cristian Romero would be hoping Tottenham Hotspur have a successful season under his captaincy, particularly after the club lifted the Europa League trophy last term.

Heung-min Son was the man who guided Spurs to that triumph, leaving Romero with sizeable boots to fill this campaign, yet the Argentine defender will be pleased with the way Tottenham have started the new season.

Three wins from their opening four Premier League fixtures, just one goal conceded and a clean sheet already on the board all point to genuine progress for Tottenham, who ended last season with a negative goal difference.

Cristian Romero sends message after Tottenham win over West Ham

Romero has been central to Tottenham’s defensive improvements, with the centre-back at the heart of the clean sheet against Manchester City in matchweek two, another clean sheet in the opening fixture, and an assist in the win over West Ham, where Spurs once again shut out the opposition.

Taking it step by step, Tottenham look to be building steadily, and following the victory against West Ham, Romero addressed the fans with a message on X, stating the importance of the result and the team’s commitment to improving.

Romero said, via his official account: “Big win, great team performance. No doubt we still need to keep improving, but this is the way. Incredible support from the fans – thank you! See you Tuesday at home.”

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Spurs kept Romero despite Atletico Madrid interest

Tottenham did run the risk of losing Romero to Atletico Madrid last summer, but the Lilywhites managed to keep him in N17, much to the relief of supporters.

With Cristian Romero having now signed a new contract, his focus is fully on Tottenham and on delivering success on the pitch as captain.

Thomas Frank had plenty to be pleased about at the London Stadium, but Lucas Bergvall’s display earned particular praise from the Tottenham boss.

It was a five-star display from Tottenham Hotspur when they visited the London Stadium, as Thomas Frank’s men ran riot and secured a 3-0 victory against West Ham United.

For Frank, it was a sweet moment, his first taste of a competitive London derby as Tottenham boss, and it came with the bonus of getting the Spurs faithful firmly on side.

It was also the kind of response supporters wanted after the lacklustre showing against Bournemouth in matchweek three, and Frank will be hoping it sets the tone for what lies ahead.

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank praises Lucas Bergvall after West Ham win

Several players stood out in the win against West Ham, with Micky van de Ven, Pape Matar Sarr and Lucas Bergvall all getting themselves on the scoresheet.

However, it was Bergvall who was singled out by Frank, as the Swedish youngster impressed with his tireless performance in midfield and capped it off with a well-timed header after driving into the box from deep.

Speaking to football.london, Frank was asked whether he views Bergvall as a goalscoring midfielder, and he made it clear he sees great potential in him.

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He said,: “Yes. First and foremost I think his performance was good today. I really like his energy, his pressing skill, his enthusiasm.

“I think he drags the team with him, in a kind of way. And there is so much he can learn and improve. So I think that is promising as well. Fantastic goal. Well-timed run. Top ball from Romero. And a well-executed header.”

Spurs showing faith in youth with Lucas Bergvall

Frank has not shied away from mixing things up since stepping into the dugout, with his team selections showing a willingness to rotate and to reward form.

While Rodrigo Bentancur has often been used in the pivot role alongside Joao Palhinha, Frank has also shown faith in emerging talents like Bergvall, giving them responsibility in Premier League fixtures already this season.

The Swede has started two games this campaign and taken both opportunities, and now he has his first Premier League goal under his belt.

Xavi Simons could not have asked for a better start to life at Tottenham, as the new signing assisted on his Premier League debut and played a key role in a statement victory for Thomas Frank’s side.

Thomas Frank’s side bounced back after their 1-0 defeat against Bournemouth in matchweek three of the Premier League in emphatic fashion, beating West Ham United 3-0 at the London Stadium.

That victory marked Frank’s seventh win against the Hammers in nine outings so far in his career, and it has Tottenham sitting in second place in the Premier League table.

New signing Xavi Simons also made his Tottenham debut, immediately making his mark as he assisted the opening goal for Spurs against the Hammers and helped dictate the attacking play.

Xavi Simons opens up on Tottenham debut

Following the fixture, Xavi Simons reflected on his debut and shared what his focus will be at Tottenham as the season develops.

Speaking to the club’s official channel, Simons made it clear how delighted he was to make an instant impact. He said: “Yeah really happy with the win, especially and cannot be better.”

He also spoke on how he has been adjusting to life at Tottenham and adapting to the style of play under Thomas Frank, explaining: “Yeah, obviously for me it is my first week here coming into a new team, trying to adapt as quick as possible to the system and the way they play and especially the way they find each other.

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“So yeah what do I say, trying to feel that I think it went really good and obviously things can go better.”

When asked about his position on the left, Simons revealed the instructions he was given at the break and how the second half unfolded. “That was the clear message from the coach at halftime, we were trying to dominate and create chances.

“Obviously they have good quality as well and in the second half try to start as good as possible and that is how it went so really happy about that.”

Tottenham star already looking ahead

Simons is not getting carried away with the bright start and was quick to stress his desire to contribute more to the team in the coming weeks.

He continued: “Yeah I am really happy to everything started right now. Trying to bring my football into the team trying to help the team with goals assists and win things that is the most important thing.”

Thomas Frank does not expect Tottenham Hotspur to have any more outgoings between now and the end of the summer transfer window across Europe.

Yves Bissouma’s future at Tottenham Hotspur has been uncertain in recent weeks, with reports consistently linking the Mali international with a move away from North London.

Turkish giants Galatasaray and Fenerbahce were both keen on striking a deal for Bissouma, yet concerns around his fitness meant negotiations did not progress and ultimately collapsed.

Now, with the Turkish window officially closed, the chances of Bissouma sealing a move away from Tottenham have become limited, and his next step remains uncertain.

While Bissouma’s options are slim, they are not entirely non-existent, as the transfer window in Saudi Arabia is still open and clubs there continue to explore late deals.

When asked directly about Bissouma’s situation, Tottenham manager Thomas Frank told Football.London that he is not expecting any more departures from his squad, making it clear that Bissouma remains part of his plans. Frank said: “I will be surprised if anyone is leaving us now, so yes, he is part of the squad.”

Reports from a month ago suggested that Al-Ahli had shown interest in the 28-year-old, with the Spurs midfielder said to be on their shortlist alongside several other targets.

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Spurs risk losing Yves Bissouma on a free

Bissouma has less than twelve months left on his current contract, meaning Tottenham run the risk of losing him for free if a deal is not struck before the end of the season.

The Mali international is yet to feature under Frank in a competitive game this campaign, having picked up an injury in training that has delayed his return to action.

Thomas Frank has spoken publicly for the first time on rumours linking Rodrigo Bentancur with a new Tottenham contract, as speculation grows over the midfielder’s long-term future in north London.

Tottenham Hotspur were rather active in the summer transfer window, completing the signing of six players and splashing over £150 million in the process.

A few departures were also sanctioned as Spurs sought to trim their squad, with Heung-min Son being the most notable of these.

With the transfer window now shut, reports from recent weeks have claimed that Tottenham are turning their attention to extending the contract of one of their key players this season.

Thomas Frank speaks on Rodrigo Bentancur contract talks

Tottenham were said to have opened preliminary talks with Rodrigo Bentancur back in February, but those discussions appeared to stall for some time.

However, fresh reports now claim that Tottenham are accelerating contract talks with Bentancur, who has less than 12 months remaining on his current deal.

Speaking to Football.London, Thomas Frank has now addressed the speculation by making clear his stance on the midfielder, stressing that he is pleased with Bentancur’s contribution and professionalism, while also keeping the door open for what comes next.

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Frank said, “I think first and foremost, I am very happy with Rodri. He has been a very good player for us, a top professional in every aspect. I am happy with him, he is happy with being here. I know that for a fact. Let us see what is going to happen in the future.”

Bentancur’s importance to Tottenham

Rodrigo Bentancur has been a key player for Thomas Frank since the manager made the switch from Brentford to north London, and his influence in midfield has been hard to overlook.

The Uruguayan has featured in two of Tottenham’s opening three league fixtures, with Frank eager to form a partnership between him and Joao Palhinha in the heart of midfield.

Shockwaves were sent through Tottenham Hotspur Football Club earlier this month when it was announced that Daniel Levy would be leaving the club.

The long-serving chairman came increasingly under fire in the later years of his reign from Tottenham fans, having only delivered two trophies during his nearly 25-year reign as executive chairman.

Levy’s departure from Tottenham was part of a restructuring initiated by the Lewis family, who control ENIC, the company that owns the north London club.

There has been plenty of change in the upper echelons of the club in recent months, with Levy following executive director Donna-Maria Cullen and Scott Munn out of the door.

The Lewis family are now in a powerful position at Tottenham

Respected Tottenham journalist Alasdair Gold has shared his thought process on why the Lewis family have picked this moment to become more hands-on with the club, given how long the club has been under the ENIC ownership.

Gold believes the Lewis family are said to have grown frustrated with matters on the pitch with a lack of success having been evident in N17 up until the Europa League win over Manchester United in May.

He wrote during a Q&A on Football.London: “It depends how you look at it. Technically, the next generations of the Lewis family have only really been in a more powerful position since 2022, when Joe Lewis, now 88, stepped back as a person of control.

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“His children, Vivienne and Charles, now in their 60s, alongside Nick Beucher, who is married to Vivienne’s daughter Joanna, have been growing in influence behind the scenes through their roles at Tavistock, who own ENIC who in turn own Spurs, to the point that now the family have driven these changes which resulted in Daniel Levy’s departure.

“Those close to these later generations of the Lewis family say that they grew frustrated with the lack of success on the pitch and believe that the more modern hierarchy changes they have pushed through after a thorough review will change that.

“For Tottenham supporters, they’ll need to know that this is truly something different and not just the same organisation but with different people. The next few transfer windows should give us an answer.”

It’s time for a change and the Lewis family have to deliver

Tottenham fans have had plenty of false dawns in the past, but this is the moment that the Lewis family must truly deliver.

Our restrictive wage structure is no longer viable if we genuinely have ambitions of not only retaining our top players, but also being in a position to compete with the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and the rest of the big six when it comes to top quality signings.

Tottenham fans certainly do not want to wait another thirteen years before we next get our hands on our trophy and we must now show huge ambition in the January window if we are close to the top four and deep into cup competitions.

Tottenham are set for more big changes behind the scenes, with talks planned over the future of Fabio Paratici following Daniel Levy’s shock exit.

Daniel Levy’s time at Tottenham Hotspur saw the former chairman face heavy criticism due to a lack of ambition both in the transfer market and in terms of delivering silverware.

During Levy’s 24-year reign, Tottenham won just two trophies, despite spending well over a billion pounds under his stewardship.

Not every one of the 63-year-olds signing proved to be a success, yet in more recent years, one name stood out at the centre of Tottenham’s recruitment – Fabio Paratici, a man who played a major role in shaping some of the club’s top deals.

Tottenham to hold talks with Fabio Paratici over his role

Fabio Paratici joined Tottenham in 2021, but he has been working as a contracted consultant since resigning from his post as managing director of football after his ban from the sport.

The former Tottenham sporting director’s ban from football has now come to an end, which means he is free to be involved in the game once again on a full-time basis. That sanction expired in July, and it had been widely expected that he would rejoin Tottenham permanently.

Following Daniel Levy’s departure, the possibility of a Paratici return at Spurs was thrown into doubt.

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However, according to a report from Telegraph Sport, talks will now be held over the coming weeks regarding Paratici’s position at the club, with the Italian keen to continue in either a full-time or consultancy capacity.

What Paratici’s return could mean for Spurs

Tottenham supporters hold Fabio Paratici in high regard, with many calling for him to take charge once again of the club’s transfer dealings.

Since his ban, Johan Lange has taken on that responsibility, overseeing a busy transfer window in which Spurs spent more than £150 million on new signings.

It remains to be seen how Paratici’s potential return will affect Lange’s role, particularly as Tottenham embark on a new era both on and off the pitch.

Tottenham Hotspur returned to winning ways in the Premier League with a dominant 3-0 win at West Ham, as Pape Sarr, Lucas Bergvall and Micky van de Ven struck in a quickfire 17-minute spell after the break.

After three consecutive 1-1 draws in East London and two defeats before that, Tottenham finally celebrated victory at the London Stadium for the first time since 2019, a match which also happened to mark Jose Mourinho’s debut in charge of Spurs.

This was a much-needed response from Thomas Frank’s men following the dismal 1-0 loss at home to Bournemouth before the international break, and it could hardly have been more contrasting. The Lilywhites also regained their place at the top of the Premier League table, trailing only Arsenal on goal difference.

With one eye on the midweek Champions League tie against Villarreal, Frank rotated his squad. Richarlison, Rodrigo Bentancur and Brennan Johnson all dropped out. Xavi Simons made his first start in white on the left, Bergvall stepped in for the Uruguayan, and Mathys Tel, who is unavailable for Europe, led the line. PSG loanee Randal Kolo Muani was named on the bench but went unused.

First half: West Ham 0-0 Tottenham

Tottenham carved out the first opening from an unlikely source, with Bergvall’s long throw causing chaos in the West Ham box before Mohammed Kudus saw an effort blocked. The Ghanaian, loudly booed with every touch, remained calm and went on to become one of Spurs’ best players on the night.

The hosts soon found their rhythm, though. Jarrod Bowen slipped Fernandes in behind, and his ball found Lucas Paqueta, who turned goalwards but dragged wide from close range.

Tottenham thought they had the breakthrough when Cristian Romero powered in a header from Kudus’ corner, only for Jarred Gillett to bizarrely rule it out for a supposed foul by Van de Ven on Kyle Walker-Peters. VAR was supposed to overturn the decision, but rather upheld the call, to the fury of players and fans alike.

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Minutes later, Spurs were again left furious when Fernandes hauled Van de Ven down in the box at another Kudus delivery, but once more the referee waved play on.

At the interval, it remained goalless, with West Ham registering two shots for an xG of 0.27 compared to Spurs’ five efforts for a marginally higher xG of 0.29.

Second half: West Ham 0-3 Tottenham

West Ham began the second half brightly, Bowen flashing a low shot wide, but it took Spurs less than two minutes to take the lead.

From their ninth corner of the evening, debutant Xavi Simons delivered to the far post, where Sarr ghosted in unmarked to thump a header past Hermansen.

West Ham looked to respond straight after the restart, with Bowen forcing a low save from Vicario, but their momentum quickly faded when Tomas Soucek was shown a straight red card for raking his studs down Joao Palhinha’s shin. For once, Gillett got a big decision spot on.

From the resulting free-kick, Spurs doubled their lead. Romero picked out Bergvall with a slick ball over the top, and the teenager raced onto it before looping a header over Hermansen from distance to score his first Premier League goal.

Just minutes later, the visitors killed the game. Bergvall, this time turned provider, dribbled into the box before slipping the ball to Van de Ven. The Dutch defender met it first time, shooting low into the bottom corner to send West Ham supporters towards the exits.

Tottenham, with an extra man, pushed for more. Kudus came close on several occasions, firing over and seeing efforts blocked, before forcing Hermansen into a fine late save with a fierce first-time strike in stoppage time.

FT: WEST HAM 0-3 TOTTENHAM

Spurs Web Man of the Match: Lucas Bergvall

What’s next for Spurs and Thomas Frank?

This was a decent performance by Tottenham. The defenders were determined to keep their clean sheet, Frank’s midfield changes paid off perfectly, and set pieces looked dangerous all evening.

Lucas Bergvall was unquestionably the best player on the pitch, marking his first Premier League goal with an assist and an all-around masterclass. Van de Ven and Kudus weren’t far behind in terms of impact, and they will second the Swede for the man of the match award.

Thomas Frank has shed light on his early conversations with the Lewis family and Tottenham’s new board members, offering an insight into the sweeping changes that have reshaped the club’s leadership.

Tottenham Hotspur made what looks to be the final change at board level earlier this month, when they announced that long-serving chairman Daniel Levy had departed from the club.

Levy had spent close to 25 years at the helm of Tottenham, overseeing the day-to-day running of the north London side, but that long stint has now come to an end.

Peter Charrington has been appointed as the non-executive chairman of the club, while Vinai Venkatesham has taken the role of chief executive officer.

These sweeping changes have all taken place barely three months into Frank’s reign, marking a new chapter at Tottenham both on and off the pitch.

Thomas Frank speaks on Lewis family and Tottenham board changes

Speaking to Football.London, Thomas Frank explained that he has already been in close dialogue with both the Lewis family and Peter Charrington, and he emphasised the positive tone of those conversations.

Reports in recent weeks have claimed that the Lewis family are looking to make a significant investment in the club, instead of selling it.

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Frank speaking about the Lewis family and the new non-executive chairman, Peter Charrington, said, “I have spoken to a few from the Lewis family and Peter Charrington, the new non-executive chairman.

“I also spoke to him before, of course he was on the board. So there have been good, constructive conversations and I feel the backing and they are happy.

“I think it is fair to say things have gone quite quickly, so I am also quite convinced that in the next couple of months I will be more aware of the future plans. Hopefully, we will make them together. I think that is the best way to do it. Everything I sense, I feel and I have been told is positivity and backing.”

Frank outlines expectations for Spurs future strategy

Frank also highlighted the importance of transparency and alignment across all levels of the club, stressing that a clear strategy is crucial for long-term success.

“It is very important to be transparent and to be clear, what are we dealing with, what is the ambition, can we adjust expectations, are we on the same page, what is the strategy, are we aligned, that is absolutely crucial,” he said.

“That was pretty clear since I have been appointed and through the transfer window, what are the targets, how did we want to do things, so that has been good and I expect it to be good.

“In what direction are we working, are we aligned, what kind of strategy are we following so that should be absolutely clear,” Frank concluded.