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Jamie O’Hara has spoken about the impending arrival of Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur, and the pundit is desperate for Daniel Levy to deliver the main target that the Dane reportedly wants at Spurs.

Although an announcement from Spurs regarding their new head coach is yet to arrive, it appears an open secret that Frank is set to replace Ange Postecoglou at the helm.

It is fair to say that some initial scepticism from Tottenham Hotspur fans has now turned to excitement about what the Dane can potentially achieve, but the supporters will want to see Daniel Levy back his new head coach in the transfer window.

According to reports, Frank has asked Spurs to beat Man United to the signature of Bryan Mbeumo, who is expected to cost £60m.

However, some outlets have said that Tottenham are extremely unlikely to hijack the Mbeumo deal, even with Frank at the helm.

Jamie O’Hara believes Bryan Mbeumo would be a major coup for Tottenham

O’Hara has now admitted that he is very excited for the Brentford boss’s arrival at N17 and he is hoping to see the Lilywhites poach the Bees’ best players.

The former Spurs midfielder is especially keen to see Mbeumo at N17, opining that the Cameroon international would be a great addition to Tottenham.

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The pundit told talkSPORT: “I’m excited (about Frank). I think if he comes in and does a good job, he can nick a couple of players from Brentford. I’d take Mbeumo all day. I know he has said that he wants to go to Manchester United.

“But, that deal is not done yet. Maybe he has got on the phone with Thomas Frank, and maybe we can nick him. That would be a great signing.”

Thomas Frank may not raid Brentford for any players

However, a report on Tuesday from Football Insider contradicted what we have heard from other sources over recent days by claiming that Frank has no immediate plans to raid Brentford for any of their players.

The report asserted that Brentford may seek assurances from Spurs about not poaching their players should the North Londoners decide to haggle over Frank’s £10m buyout figure.

An elected Australian government official has now reacted to Tottenham’s decision to sack Ange Postecoglou and has given a bizarre piece of advice to Daniel Levy regarding what he now needs to do.

The decision to sack Postecoglou did not go down well with a lot of Spurs fans, with many feeling that the Australian had earned the right to build on his Europa League success.

However, with the dust now settling down and amidst reports that Tottenham are on the verge of hiring Thomas Frank, many are now excited about the new era under the Danish coach.

Back in Postecoglou’s home country, it does not seem like some are over the decision to get rid of the 59-year-old, with a government official now intervening to make a demand of the North London club.

Lord Mayor of Melbourne calls for Ange Postecoglou U-turn at Tottenham

The Lord Mayor of Melbourne, Nicholas Reece, has now given his two cents on Tottenham Hotspur’s decision, urging Daniel Levy to make a U-turn and continue with Postecoglou.

Reece insisted that the recently sacked Spurs boss is the man to deliver sustained success at N17, warning the Lilywhites that they will go back to struggling to win silverware without him at the helm.

The Lord Mayor wrote (via The Daily Mail): “On behalf of the people of Melbourne, and Premier League fans around the world, I call on Tottenham Hotspur FC to reconsider its decision to sack coach Ange Postecoglou.

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“In @cityofmelbourne we have followed Ange’s career closely for decades. He began his junior and senior career in Melbourne as a player and later coach at @southmelbournefc in the 1980s. Never underestimate Ange’s determination to win, and his ability to carry teams to greatness. We have seen this time again over his career.

“This year Tottenham made history by winning the Europa League trophy – its first such win in 17 years. We will see further trophies follow if Ange is given the chance. Don’t let Tottenham be known as the team that is allergic to silverware. Let Ange lead the players onto greatness in next year’s Premier League campaign.”

Even Postecoglou will be embarrassed by this remark

Given the fact that Levy and the Tottenham board did not listen to the wishes of the majority of Spurs fans, it is laughable for the Lord Mayor of Melbourne to think that his opinion would hold any weight.

This is likely simply a publicity stunt aimed at his own constituents in Melbourne, where Postecoglou is a very popular man.

However, that does not make the statement any less bizarre and even the recently departed Tottenham boss would be embarrassed by it.

Tottenham forward Dejan Kulusevski has issued a promising update on his recovery from knee surgery, a development that will surely please incoming manager Thomas Frank.

Indeed, Tottenham Hotspur had to manage a severe injury crisis last season, one that contributed to the Lilywhites’ poor domestic form.

While twelve players were out at some point last season, the business end of the 2024/25 campaign saw the injury crisis ease up, before Lucas Bergvall, James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski all picked up fresh injuries ahead of their Europa League final clash.

James Maddison was ruled out for three months and is currently racing against time to be fit ahead of the start of next season.

Kulusevski, on the other hand, had to undergo surgery on his knee after he picked up a knock against Crystal Palace and is expected to be sidelined for an extended period.

The versatile player has now provided an update on his injury and has stated that his recovery from his recent setback is going well.

According to Dejan Kulusevski, he is already ahead of schedule, as he looks to make a return as soon as possible. However, the 25-year-old is expected to miss the start of the season, but he has not ruled out returning to action in September.

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Asked about his injury, Kulusevski told FotbollSkanalen: “It is good. I am already ahead of schedule, I can start walking now, so that is nice.”

Asked whether he will be back for World Cup qualifiers in September, he added: “It has been a few months since I have been watching and being on the sidelines. It is early, but we will see.”

Thomas Frank handed boost as Kulusevski eyes early return

Of course, by the time Kulusevski makes his return, he will be playing under a new manager following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou on Friday, 6 June.

Indeed, soon-to-be-appointed Thomas Frank would be pleased to hear that the Swede would not miss a lot of the start of the season, as he eyes a return in September.

As we continue to deal with the fallout from Tottenham’s decision to sack Ange Postecoglou, Alasdair Gold has now revealed that the recently sacked Spurs boss saw warning signs very early in his tenure.

Whatever decision Spurs made regarding Postecoglou this summer would have been questioned. They either had to stick with a manager who oversaw 22 league defeats or sack a manager who delivered the club their first trophy in 17 years.

Daniel Levy took the latter path and some Spurs fans are furious that Postecoglou did not get a chance to build on his Europa League success.

Heartfelt messages have been pouring from the Tottenham players for Postecoglou over the last few days, which shows that the decision is not a popular one in the dressing room.

What Ange Postecoglou felt during his initial days at Tottenham

Even though Tottenham Hotspur had a strong start to Postecoglou’s reign at the club when he arrived in 2023, Football.London’s Alasdair Gold reveals that the Australian had some doubts even at that time.

The journalist explains that the 59-year-old feared in his early days at the club that, despite his best efforts, he would not be able to bring about the changes he wanted at the club.

While Gold does not clarify what sort of changes he is referring to, it would be fair to assume that it has to do with the culture at Spurs, which has been questioned by Postecoglou’s predecessors.

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Ange Postecoglou did his job by changing Tottenham’s mentality

Whether one thinks the decision to sack Postecoglou was justified or not, one could appreciate that the Australian did his job by delivering a trophy.

That winning feeling the squad now has will dramatically change their mentality. The next time Tottenham make it into the semifinals or finals, the players will actually believe they can win, which has not been the case with Spurs teams over the last decade.

That is Postecoglou’s biggest legacy at the club and there is no doubt that he will always be seen as a hero by the Spurs faithful.

Heung-min Son could be about to call time on his Tottenham career, with the club captain now more open to leaving than he has ever been before.

Several changes have been going on behind the scenes at Tottenham Hotspur this summer, including the departure of Donna-Maria Cullen, the sacking of Ange Postecoglou, the exit of Ryan Mason, and the dismissal of Scott Munn.

A few days ago, it emerged that club captain Heung-min Son could also be on the move this summer, with strong interest from Saudi Arabia making headlines once again.

The Korean international is without question a modern-day Tottenham legend, having stayed loyal to the club for over a decade in pursuit of silverware – a quest that finally bore fruit last season when Spurs edged Manchester United 1-0 to lift the Europa League trophy.

Heung-min Son could leave Tottenham this summer

Now aged 32, reports suggest that although Tottenham are not actively pushing Heung-min Son out of the door, they would be open to letting the Korean forward leave if a suitable offer arrives.

The general feeling within the club is that Son may well be on his way out, with sources indicating that this is the impression the forward has left among his teammates.

Now, fresh reports from football.london states that one of the first items on Thomas Frank’s to-do list once his move to Tottenham is confirmed will be to hold direct talks with Son regarding his future at the club.

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However, the publication also claims that Heung-min Son is now more receptive to a move away from Tottenham than he has ever been before.

Spurs must weigh Son’s value carefully ahead of possible exit

Son will turn 33 in the coming months, and with that in mind, it is hardly surprising that the club may be considering cashing in rather than risking losing him for free, especially after Son’s contract extension back in January.

Tottenham are back in the UEFA Champions League for the first time since the 2022/23 campaign, and given how youthful the squad is, Son’s presence and experience could prove vital if they are to stand any chance of staying competitive in Europe.

However, Son has not dismissed the idea of a potential exit either. When asked about his future during the recent international break, He said: “I still have one more year left on the contract.

“Rather than saying anything at this moment, I think we should all wait and see what happens. But no matter where I end up, I will always do the best I can. It will never change.”

Fabio Paratici has reportedly received interest from the Saudi Pro League as a new report sheds light on the Italian’s proposed return to Tottenham Hotspur.

The Italian director has continued to work as a consultant for the club over the past two years and has often been spotted in the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during matches.

It has been widely reported over recent weeks that Paratici will return to Spurs in an official role once his FIFA ban expires in July.

The 52-year-old’s expected return, along with the arrival of new CEO Vinai Venkatesham, means that Tottenham’s chief football officer Scott Munn will be relieved of his duties.

Tottenham have competition in Fabio Paratici pursuit

BBC Sport have now claimed that Paratici is still in talks with Tottenham Hotspur over returning to the club in a formal role.

The report says that the process towards his permanent reappointment is currently ‘ongoing’, with the Italian willing to move from his consultancy role back into a full-time role at N17.

It is revealed that some clubs from the Middle East have expressed an interest in Paratici recently, but thankfully for Tottenham, the outlet adds that the former Juventus director is keen on joining the Lilywhites.

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Paratici is already heavily involved at Spurs

While he might not have officially rejoined the North London club yet, some reports indicate that Fabio Paratici is already heavily involved in everything Tottenham are doing.

It is thought that the 52-year-old is calling the shots alongside Daniel Levy and Vinai Venkatesham as Tottenham embark on a summer of change.

As Tottenham Hotspur continue to contemplate whether to sign Mathys Tel permanently, the club’s soon-to-be head coach Thomas Frank has now given the Lilywhites a clear message regarding whether he wants the Frenchman in his squad.

It has been widely reported over the last two months that Tottenham do not plan on activating the £45m option to buy Tel and instead want to renegotiate a discounted deal with Bayern.

Various German publications have said that Bayern would be open to offering Spurs a discount on Tel, while it has also been suggested that Tottenham would be open to extending Tel’s loan along with an obligation to buy.

The decision was always unlikely to be made until a new manager was in place and it has now been revealed that Tottenham Hotspur have spoken to Frank about the Bayern forward.

Thomas Frank has told Tottenham to complete Mathys Tel deal

TEAMtalk have now claimed that Spurs are keen on securing the 20-year-old’s services after their communication with Frank, who is expected to be announced shortly as the club’s next head coach.

The report reveals that the Dane has already had discussions with the Spurs hierarchy regarding their summer transfer targets and he made it clear to them that Tel is someone he wants to work with.

According to the update, Frank sees the young forward as a good fit for his high-pressing and dynamic system while he also values the youngster’s work rate and adaptability.

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The 51-year-old has told the North London club that signing Tel permanently would significantly bolster the club’s attacking options as the Lilywhites target a top-four finish next season.

What Tel is thinking about a potential move to Spurs

TEAMtalk also explain that Tottenham’s chances of landing the Bayern man are boosted by the player’s own stance, with the forward keen to continue playing at the club next season.

The France Under-21 international is said to be enthusiastic about staying at N17 and has thoroughly enjoyed his time at N17 so far.

As Thomas Frank edges closer to officially being confirmed as the next Tottenham head coach, a new update has revealed how likely the Dane is to raid Brentford for Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa, both of whom Frank is thought to be a big fan of.

Although Spurs are yet to officially announce Ange Postecoglou’s successor, reports indicate that Frank will be confirmed as the Tottenham boss in a matter of days.

It was previously reported that Spurs could hijack Man United’s £60m move Mbeumo at Frank’s insistence, with the Lilywhites hoping that the offer of Champions League football will turn the Cameroon international’s head.

However, over recent days, some sources have claimed that Tottenham are unlikely to win the race for Mbeumo, with Man United remaining the firm favourites to land the forward.

Will Thomas Frank bring Brentford stars to Tottenham?

A new report from Football Insider has now claimed that the soon-to-be Tottenham Hotspur head coach is unlikely to poach any of Brentford’s players this summer.

The outlet claims that Frank is indeed a big admirer of what Mbeumo and Wissa offer, given the way the pair have developed at the Gtech Community Stadium under his tutelage.

However, the Dane has “no immediate plans” to bring any of his Bees players along with him to the North London club.

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In fact, it is asserted that Brentford could even prevent any approaches by seeking assurances from Tottenham about not poaching their players should Daniel Levy decide to haggle over Frank’s £10m buyout figure.

Brentford defender has also been linked with a move to Spurs

It is not just Mbeumo and Wissa who are rumoured to be on Tottenham’s radar but also a Brentford centre-back, who has come on leaps and bounds over the last 12 months.

It was reported earlier this week that Frank would like to bring Nathan Collins with him to Spurs as he looks to reinforce the Lilywhites backline.

Tottenham Hotspur may be about to make a transfer decision that Thomas Frank would not approve of, even before the Dane has officially begun his work as the Spurs head coach.

Various reports indicate that it is only a matter of time before Frank is confirmed as the Tottenham boss and the Dane will have his work cut out at Hotspur Way.

His first task will be to oversee the club’s summer rebuild, with reports indicating that the Spurs recruitment team are prioritising adding more experience to their squad this summer.

Among the things that the Lilywhites are dwelling on is the future of their captain, with Heung-min Son being heavily linked with a move to Saudi Arabia.

Tottenham may sell Heung-min Son against Thomas Frank’s wishes

Football Insider have now claimed that Frank would prefer to keep the South Korean at the club, but that does not mean he will get his way.

It is suggested that with the forward now having just one year left on his deal, the Lilywhites will listen to offers that come their way for him.

The outlet claims that should a “very lucrative bid” arrive for the 32-year-old from the Saudi Pro League, the decision will fall on the club’s hierarchy and they might well decide to accept it.

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If this update is true, it sounds like Frank might be up against it right from the start at Spurs, just like Ange Postecoglou, who had to deal with the loss of Harry Kane a day before his first game in charge of the North London club.

How likely is Son to move to Saudi Arabia?

Reports over recent days have indicated that Saudi Pro League clubs have been speaking to Son’s representatives, which indicates that the forward is open to a summer switch.

Son has refused to rule out a Tottenham exit this summer, with the Spurs captain not willing to comment on the rumours doing the rounds about a move to the Middle East.

Tottenham Hotspur, who have been credited with significant interest in landing Leroy Sane as a free agent, have just received a major blow as the news of the Bayern Munich man’s transfer decision has now come to light.

Over recent weeks, it was widely reported that Tottenham were increasingly confident of signing Sane on a free transfer if he failed to reach an agreement on a new deal with Bayern Munich.

It was alleged that Daniel Levy’s close relationship with Sane’s agent, Pini Zahavi, gave Spurs an advantage over other suitors. Arsenal were also said to be in the race for Sane this summer.

Some sources even claimed that Tottenham were willing to offer the Bayern man a big signing-on bonus to persuade him to arrive at N17, but the North London club’s attempts appear to have failed.

Tottenham and Arsenal both miss out on Leroy Sane

The Athletic’s David Ornstein has now revealed that the winger is bound for Turkey after reaching an agreement with Galatasaray regarding a three-year deal, which is worth €15m (£12.7m) per year.

The journalist explains that the deal has not yet been officially signed but is in place to be completed once Sane’s contract at the Allianz Arena expires.

Ornstein reveals that Arsenal were ‘very strong contenders’ for the Bayern man, but the 29-year-old rejected their advances as well as an approach from Al Hilal to agree on a move to Galatasaray.

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He explains that the Gunners were considering their options but Sane wanted an immediate resolution and a lucrative offer, which the Istanbul club were willing to provide.

Were Tottenham priced out of a move for Sane?

Based on Ornstien’s update, it appears that Spurs never made a serious approach for the German international.

This was also confirmed a few days ago by Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg, who claimed that despite the rumours, Tottenham were never in the race to land Sane.