To The Lane And Back

With Thomas Frank taking charge at Tottenham Hotspur stadium, we are starting to see a clear shift in how the North Londoners operate in the transfer window, as Daniel Levy has started to try and bring in players that are tactically more intelligent and are versatile profiles whilst understanding the demands of playing in the Premier League.

And one of such names that had been aggressively linked with a move to Hotspur Way has been the former North Londoners full-back Kyle Walker-Peters who has been playing at Southampton in the past seasons. But why is the Danish coach so keen to bring him back?

There is a real problem with the right-back depth at Tottenham, and given that Pedro Porro is really good at going forward, he has defensive frailties and also has the tendency to leave his zones, which ends up leaving gaps. So you can slot the former Lilywhites fullback in the defensive right-back role, especially in games where Thomas Frank wants to put in more structure, which ends up either with Porro moving higher or even giving him some rest. And the thing with KWP is that he is equally adept on the left, making him a natural rotation or maybe an injury cover for Destiny Udogie, especially given that the North Londoners are set to compete in multiple competitions.

How can Walker-Peters fit into the system that Thomas Frank wants to implement at N17?

If we think about his Brentford days, Thomas Frank often used to play hybrid full-backs where the players would end up tucking narrow to the midfield at times, and then you’d also see them bomb forward in transitional situations, and with the two-footed ability of Walker-Peters, he offers a unique profile which fits either side of the backline and can operate in both overlapping and inverted roles depending on the opponent and sequences.

So when playing in a 3-5-2, you can put in Walker-Peters as a high wing-back or maybe tuck him into the midfield in the build-up phase. And then when deploying a 4-3-3, the Saints’ ace would offer underlaps or overlaps based on the positioning of wide forwards.

And if we start thinking about his capacities, Walker-Peters has that ability to drive with the ball when needed, and this is where Frank’s liking of full-backs who can carry the ball into central areas is met. Now the fact that the 28-year-old is quite comfortable when it comes to operating in tight spaces and then he has that technical ability to play under pressure will end up giving the Lilywhites a sense of control during the second phase.

Moreover, the fact that KWP took a lot of strides in his game under Ralph Hasenhüttl has added a lot of positional understanding to his game, especially when he is playing in pressing structures (something that we are expecting Thomas Frank to heavily use in transitional situations at Tottenham).

Strengths

The fact that he can play on both the flanks (LB as well as RB) without any drop in quality will bring a lot of depth to the side. And he is excellent as a 1v1 defender, especially given that he is often holding his own against elite wingers. And then KWP will be classified in that much important homegrown quota, which fits nicely for the squad planning as well.

He also knows the club culture in and out, which is an added boost.

Weaknesses

Now if you will compare him to someone like Porro, he has notably less final-third capacity, and he is not going to rack up high-volume assists and goals.

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Kyle Walker-Peters would be one of the shrewd signings given how he can play in a multi-faceted role under the system that I think that Thomas Frank will implement at Tottenham. And then he is tactically good, knows our culture and has done his hard yards in the Premier League. His return would also be a statement that Levy and Tottenham are building a roster with depth and structural quality and not just stardom.

Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite might just stay put for next season despite strong Tottenham interest

Tottenham need to work quickly on bringing in new players for Thomas Frank as the pre-season is about to commence in a few weeks’ time. The Lilywhites are yet to make a mark in the transfer window, and the fans are understandably frustrated with the lack of movement to bring in reinforcements for next season.

The managerial situation at N17 forced the North London club to take a step back from approaching new players during the initial weeks of the summer. Now that a new manager is appointed, Daniel Levy must do everything he can to back him and give him all the tools necessary to succeed at Hotspur Way.

Thomas Frank also has a massive task of replacing someone that managed to end the club’s long-standing trophy drought last season. The Danish tactician wants to succeed at N17, and has made it point to make the club ‘serial winners’ again following the Europa League success that Spurs endured.

Tottenham might miss out on Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite

It is an open secret now that Tottenham need to bring in defensive reinforcements in the summer following a dismal domestic campaign. With Cristian Romero facing an uncertain future at N17 with new links to Real Madrid emerging, Daniel Levy must do everything he can do replace the Argentinian with a quality defender for next season.

It was reported earlier that Spurs were interested in signing Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite. The England international has quickly made a name for himself and the Lilywhites were keen to land him at N17 for next season. However, Tottenham have now received a setback in their efforts to pursue a deal for the 22-year-old. Speaking to Spurs Web, Ben Jacobs said,

“I don’t see Everton selling Branthwaite for under £70m, or even at all, and I am not aware of anything of note yet from Spurs on that front. I think most clubs know Everton’s asking price hasn’t dropped.”

Ben Jacobs has suggested that Tottenham will have to pay a minimum fee of around £70m to land Jarrad Branthwaite. The journalist also adds that there is a possibility that Everton do not sell the defender in the summer. Jacobs pointed out that Spurs have still not made any advances for the 22-year-old, and the Toffees will not lower their asking price in the coming weeks.

The Lilywhites are ready to kickstart a new era at N17 following Thomas Frank’s arrival. The Danish tactician must build on the Europa League success next season. And for that, he must be backed in the summer so that he can get the right players in for his setup. If the deal to sign Jarrad Branthwaite looks tough, then Daniel Levy must focus on other defenders instead.

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Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy will get the chance to work with Fabio Paratici again

The good times may just be around the corner for Tottenham as the club’s hierarchy might see some major changes in the coming weeks. The Lilywhites have already appointed a new CEO in Vinai Venkatesham, and now the North London club is all set to hire another high-profile person to lead the sporting decisions at N17.

It was reported earlier that Spurs were willing to hire Fabio Paratici again after his ban got over in July. The Italian has played a huge part in helping the club move forward in recent years, and he has also made a lasting impression at N17 due to his smart moves to bring in reliable players. The aforementioned report also suggested that Tottenham fended off competition from AC Milan for his services.

This is good news for the North London club as Fabio Paratici played a crucial part in helping Spurs end their long-standing trophy drought last season. Cristian Romero, Pedro Porro, and Dejan Kulusevki are some of the players that the Italian managed to sign for the Lilywhites during his time at N17 before his ban.

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy ‘excited’ to work with Fabio Paratici

Tottenham are on their way to build on the Europa League success and the club has decided to make a statement by hiring Fabio Paratici as their sporting director once his ban ends. The Italian has already done wonders for the Lilywhites during his two-year stint at N17, and fans will be keen to see how the 52-year-old goes about his business once he arrives on an official capacity in the coming weeks.

Now, Graeme Bailey has shared keen Daniel Levy was to bring Fabio Paratici to Spurs. Speaking to TBR Football, Bailey said,

“Paratici is Daniel Levy’s closest confidant in football, there is nobody he trusts more. He is already actively involved this summer, and that will continue beyond. But clearly, an agreement on a permanent new deal can and will be done after the transfer window.”

The journalist added,

“Spurs will need to do it, he is hugely respected in football. Paratici had interest from the Saudi Pro League, Italy and England. Daniel fought for him in the summer when AC Milan came calling for Paratici and he does not want to lose him now.”

Graeme Bailey has suggested that Daniel Levy trusts Fabio Paratici more than anyone in the footballing world. The journalist added that the Italian is already involved in the decision-making process at the club, and will be able to do that on an official capacity in the coming weeks. Bailey also points out that Levy fended off interests from Saudi, Italy, and England to land the 52-year-old as he was eager to work with the ex-Juventus sporting director.

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Tottenham have been on a steady decline in the last two decades under the leadership of Daniel Levy. The club chairman has failed to prioritise the footballing decisions, and instead focused on making the Lilywhites a commercial club that relies on sponsorships and sales. That has not only affected the performances on the pitch, but it has also set up many managers to fail at N17.

The Spurs chairman has made himself the villain in the eyes of many fans after making questionable decisions in the past. His latest antic involved relieving Ange Postecoglou from his duties at N17 just two weeks after the Australian tactician ended the club’s 17-year wait for a major trophy.

The ex-Celtic boss has now been replaced with Thomas Frank, and one can only hope that the Danish tactician is given time to adapt to a new club next season. The ex-Brentford boss has big boots to fill as he replaces the man who led the club to European silverware last season, breaking the trophy drought at N17 along the way.

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank faces a lot of pressure at N17

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank was hired by Daniel Levy after doing a tremendous job at Brentford during his seven-year stint with the club. The 51-year-old managed to make the Bees a solid mid-table Premier League team, and he was also involved in all the decision-making process at the Gtech Stadium. Now, the Danish tactician has joined the Lilywhites and aims to make the North London club ‘serial winners’ again.

Reliable journalist Alasdair Gold also backs Thomas Frank to succeed at Spurs and break the 2-year sack cycle at the club. Writing for Football.london, Gold said,

“Spurs’ hierarchy stuck to their original plan and time will show us whether it was the right move or whether we’ll always be stuck with the ‘what if’. I really like Frank as a coach and as a person so I hope he can break the two-year sacking cycle at Tottenham. Someone has to.”

Alasdair Gold pointed out that Tottenham’s hierarchy went through with their decision to sack Ange Postecoglou despite the Europa League success, and only time will tell if the decision was right or not. However, the reliable journalist also adds that he likes Thomas Frank as a coach and believes that the Dane will succeed at N17 following his switch from Brentford. Gold backs the Dane to break the two-year sack cycle at the club as well.

In recent years, the average tenure of a Tottenham manager has not lasted for more than two years. This just shows the lack of planning from the club’s hierarchy, and the poor decision-making skills of Daniel Levy. Spurs have not managed to close the gap on their rivals in recent years, and the lack of effort to prioritise footballing decisions is clear to see.

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Tottenham must look to address the problems on the pitch quickly before pre-season starts

Tottenham Hotspur need to act quick in the transfer market if they want to close the gap on their rivals next season. As many fans expected, the Lilywhites are taking their own sweet time to conduct business while other clubs are signing players left, right, and centre. It is fair to suggest that Daniel Levy is already setting Thomas Frank to fail at N17 following his high-profile switch from Brentford.

The Europa League success that the North London club endured last month should not overshadow the Premier League failures under Ange Postecoglou. Many key players underperformed in domestic competitions, and failed to step up when it mattered the most. The need for a massive squad overhaul should be one of the first things on the agenda for Spurs heading into the business end of the transfer window.

With only two weeks left before pre-season actually starts, the Lilywhites have still not managed to make the most of the summer. The fans have showcased their frustration as well, blaming Daniel Levy for not taking advantage of the Europa League success. There are many areas on the pitch that need to be strengthened in the summer, but Levy’s incompetence to address these issues might hinder the progress of the club under Thomas Frank.

Tottenham get ready for more incomings in the coming weeks

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy recently put out a bold statement that basically said the club is aiming to win the Premier League and the Champions League in the coming years. However, the Spurs chairman has still not done anything in the summer to indicate that he wants to change the fortunes of the club for good.

But reliable journalist Alasdair Gold believes that the Lilywhites will conduct some business in the coming weeks before pre-season commences. Writing for Football.london, Gold said,

“The club moved pretty quickly when Postecoglou was appointed two years ago so hopefully they spring into action soon. I’d expect two or three signings by that point, but that might depend on some outgoings as well to ensure there’s the space more than anything. Technically, I think the first friendly though will be around July 19.”

Alasdair Gold pointed out that Tottenham moved quickly in the summer when Ange Postecoglou was appointed as the new manager. The reliable journalist adds that he expects the same thing to happen again following Thomas Frank’s arrival at N17. Gold also suggests that Spurs will bring in two or three players before pre-season begins, but it will depend on outgoing as well so that there is space in the squad for next season.

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Tottenham defender Cristian Romero is attracting interest from Real Madrid

In recent months, Atletico Madrid have shown a concrete interest in signing Tottenham Hotspur star Cristian Romero.

Spurs signed the Argentinean international from Atalanta in 2021, and the centre-back’s move to North London has largely been a success, as he played a significant role in winning the Europa League title in May. While the 27-year-old missed the majority chunks of the past campaign and has does lose his calm on occasions, he is undoubtedly the best defender in the Lilywhites’ squad.

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone is keen to work with Cristian Romero, who has already expressed his desire to test himself in La Liga after the Premier League adventure. However, it looks like Simeone’s Atletico Madrid will not have a straightforward route to land the Tottenham star.

According to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso has added Romero to his three-man shortlist to bolster his defensive unit ahead of the new campaign. The other two names are Bayer Leverkusen’s Piero Hincapie and Ibrahima Konate of Liverpool.

After Real Madrid’s initial games at the Club World Cup, Xabi Alonso has made it clear that he does not count on Raul Asencio in defence and has immediately requested the board to sign a reliable central defence. The Spanish tactician may have been forced to take this decision after Asencio’s big mistake that led to his early sending off against Pachuca in the Club World Cup. A man short did not prove costly in the end as Los Blancos beat Pachuca 3-1 on Sunday.

The 22-year-old’s lack of positional awareness and concentration lapses have prompted Alonso to ask for a new central defender. The aforementioned report adds that Real Madrid see Romero as a ‘market opportunity’ due to his clear desire to leave Tottenham this summer.

Romero is willing to take the next big step in his career by leaving Spurs, with uncertainty surrounding his contract situation in North London. Due to the 2022 World Cup winner’s current deal entering its final two years, Tottenham risk losing one of their most valuable assets if they fail to secure his long-term commitment.

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Recent reports suggests Romero could make a stunning U-turn on his future and stay at White Hart Lane for another season following the appointment of Thomas Frank as the club’s new head coach. It would be fantastic if Frank can convince the Cordoba-born star of his project at the Hotspur Way and retain his services for another year, at least.

However, Madrid shortlisting the South American could prove problematic. Les Merengues, like Spurs, are ushering into a new era, and the tactically astute Alonso has already started putting pieces into his jigsaw. If his calls to sign Romero becomes concrete, it’d be difficult to stop him from leaving and fulfilling his desire to play in Spain.

With the North Londoners continuing to overhaul their roster as Thomas Frank takes charge of the proceedings at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, one of the most exciting names that the Lilywhites have even linked with since the arrival of Dane head coach is highly rated Ajax defender Jorrel Hato. A modern, left-footed centre-back who has already captained the Dutch giants and already embodies many of the principles that Thomas Frank looks for in his players. The teenager is flexible when it comes to his positional understanding while also having that technical comfort, especially when he is facing press, and then he has that system intelligence which makes him an ideal fit for Spurs under the former Brentford manager.

There is a need for defensive reinforcement at Tottenham, and while many players have been linked with a move to Hotspur Way, recently Ben Jacobs name-dropped Hato as a probable player that the North Londoners are looking to sign in the ongoing summer transfer window. That being said, it would not be easy for Daniel Levy to pursue his signatures given how Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal have already been putting in efforts to land his signatures for some time now.

And while we will leave the persuasion part of things to Daniel Levy and his team, let’s get into the attributes of Hato and how he will fit into the system that Thomas Frank is expected to implement at Tottenham.

How can Hato fit in tactically under Frank?

Hato can play as the left-sided centre-back in a 4-3-3 or 3-5-2, which makes him positionally perfect to deputise for Micky van de Ven if and when needed, particularly with how the former Wolfsburg centre back has suffered with injury problems in the past couple of seasons. Andy, given that Hato is someone who is highly press resistant and is someone who is cool when facing the press, makes him ideal to play when the North Londoners are building in the first phase. Moreover, given that he is quite composed and is smart with how he angles his body shape when receiving the ball, which could be key in trying to facilitate clean transitional situations straight with passes out of defence.

You can also play him as a wide centre-back in a back three where he plays in a 3-5-2 (a system that Frank had been using at Brentford) where the teenager can play in the left centre-back slot, tucking in during defensive transitions and pushing wide during buildup phases. And given that he is quick when it comes to his lateral movements, it would allow him to make sure that he can cover when the left-sided fullback steps up (Destiny Udogie) while still bringing a passing option in the buildup phases.

Moreover, given his technical elegance, you can play him in that left-back role every time Frank lines up in a back four, where the Dutchman will be playing in a more Zinchenko-esque manner as he tucks into the midfield in possession.

The thing is, Hato is one of the best progressive passers when it comes to defenders on the continent, given that he has that capacity to break pressing traps and unlock space with his diagonal switches. And we know that Frank likes to play with players who can control rhythm, and the fact that Hato has that ability to control the tempo is something that the Dane head coach would love to have in his roster.

Strengths

He is quite elite, especially with his composure when you compare it directly with his age, especially given that he rarely rushes passes when facing a press. Then Hato is also quite versatile, given how he can play as an LB, LCB in a four, or wide CB in a three.

Then his press resistance will help Tottenham to smoother passes out of first phases, especially when the opponents use high blocks. And then there is his high defensive IQ and positional discipline, which should come in handy in big games.

Weaknesses

I still think that he can be outmuscled by physical forwards, and he needs to learn a bit of duel dominance. He may take some time to adapt to the pace and power of the English top tier.

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Author Opinion

Jorrel Hato is precisely the type of player that the current project at N17 demands, given that he is young but intelligent and has that multi-position capacity about him. I do think that he has that ability to go on and be a really useful piece of the new defensive identity that Thomas Frank is trying to build at Hotspur Way. And while Hato will undoubtedly be a long-term prospect, but there’s no reason he can’t be someone who brings immediate impact as well.

Tottenham winger Heung-Min Son might head for pastures new in the coming weeks

Tottenham Hotspur legend Heung-Min Son has done wonders for the club ever since he arrived at N17 in 2015. The prolific winger instantly became a fan favourite in his first season as the Lilywhites looked to challenge for the Premier League title. The South Korea international’s formidable partnership with Harry Kane up top was also a sight for sore eyes.

However, the 32-year-old has been on a steady decline ever since Kane left for pastures new in 2023. Despite not being at his best for the North London club in recent seasons, Son managed to lead Spurs to their first ever major trophy in 17 years as the Lilywhites won the Europa League against all odds.

The historic achievement was seen as a crowning moment for the legendary winger, as he finally won his first silverware donning the Lilywhite jersey. After years of heartbreak and near misses, the Europa League success etched his name in the Tottenham’s history books. Heung-Min Son had lots of offers to leave the club in recent years, but his drive and willingness to lead Spurs to glory makes him a modern-day legend of the football club.

Tottenham star Heung-Min Son faces uncertain future at N17

There has been no surprise that many key players are linked with a move away from the club in the summer. One of those names is legendary forward Heung-Min Son. The South Korea international has given his all for the Lilywhites, and it seems like the timing is right to head for pastures new after the Europa League success. It was reported earlier that Saudi clubs are interested in signing the 32-year-old for next season.

Now, iconic commentator Ian Darke believes Tottenham will only receive a high offer for the South Korean if the Saudi clubs get involved in a summer deal. Speaking to the Tottenham News, Darke said,

“Only to Saudi Arabia, the thing with Son is there is an awful lot of marketing money to be made with him, for any club that gets him because of his profile in South Korea, which is something you wouldn’t believe actually.”

The iconic commentator added,

“He is such a major name, but you know, for purely on the pitch, he has probably gone through his best years. He has been a fantastic servant, but £100million, would be a very big investment unless he went somewhere where they thought they could make a mint on the marketing side with him.”

Ian Darke suggested that only Saudi clubs will offer huge money for Heung-Min Son, as the 32-year-old can generate a lot of money for the club through the marketing side. The commentator added that Son is a huge name in Asia and has been a fantastic servant for the Lilywhites. Darke also insisted that Spurs will only receive £100m for the South Korean if the potential buyer believes that they could recover the money by marketing the prolific winger.

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Tottenham are once again in the spotlight. After a turbulent Premier League campaign, their Europa League triumph has secured a return to the Champions League, setting the stage for a pivotal summer. With key decisions looming, manager Thomas Frank is eager to shape a more defined and balanced squad, one with fewer uncertainties and clearer tactical solutions.

Planning is already underway, and all signs point to a significant overhaul in attack. One of the players expected to be on the chopping block is Richarlison. The Brazilian forward arrived with high expectations, but has so far failed to justify either his hefty price tag or his place in the starting eleven. That said, we’ve previously explored how Richarlison could potentially revive his career under Frank’s system.

Nonetheless, doubts continue to mount, and the rumour mill has kicked into high gear. The latest development comes from Turkey, where Galatasaray’s interest has added a fresh twist to the saga.

According to Turkish outlet Posta, Galatasaray are once again targeting Richarlison. The Istanbul giants previously attempted to bring him in on loan, but this time they are reportedly prepared to negotiate a permanent transfer, especially if their pursuit of Victor Osimhen falls through, which now appears increasingly likely.

Tottenham are open to offers for Richarlison but are under no immediate pressure to sell. Thomas Frank values the Brazilian’s work rate and pressing, yet concedes his goal return remains underwhelming. Interest is not limited to Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe have also made enquiries, albeit less formally. From the board’s perspective, a sizable fee for the 27-year-old could help finance a more clinical striker ahead of next season’s Champions League campaign.

The club must tread carefully. If Galatasaray table a compelling bid, a permanent sale makes more sense than another short-term loan, which would merely prolong an unproductive situation. Cashing in would free up wages and a squad slot for a forward better suited to Frank’s demands for end product.

Still, Richarlison’s relentless intensity isn’t easy to replace. He presses aggressively, unsettles defenders, and gives everything on the pitch. Yet without goals, patience quickly wears thin. Moving him on wouldn’t be a sporting catastrophe, provided the proceeds are reinvested wisely. If Tottenham can turn his sale into a more reliable source of goals, the squad will be stronger for it.

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As for Fenerbahce and Galatasaray, both are fighting hard for big-name talent. Fenerbahce have more internal stability, while Galatasaray has a better European track record. In that sense, Galatasaray seems a better option for Richarlison if he wants to relaunch his career.

Tottenham Hotspur star Bryan Gil is attracting attention from La Liga side Valencia

At the end of May, Girona officially announced the departure of several loan players, including Bryan Gil. The Andalusian winger, who spent the season on loan from Tottenham, appeared to be excluded from the club’s long-term plans, suggesting they would not exercise the €15 million purchase option available until 30 June.

However, there are indications this farewell might have been strategic. Some sources believe Girona are using it as a tactic to renegotiate the purchase fee. As things stand, the Catalan club is still weighing their options and may revisit the deal before the deadline.

Meanwhile, Valencia are closely monitoring the situation. According to OrgulloBiri, Girona have yet to make a definitive move, and Valencia are preparing to step in once the clause expires. The Mestalla side are no strangers to the 23-year-old, having previously had him on loan, and are keen to re-establish contact with Spurs for a potential transfer.

At Mestalla, Bryan Gil made a promising start, but his momentum gradually faded due to injuries and a lack of consistency. He returned to Tottenham without leaving much of a mark. Now, with a contract running until June 2026, the 24-year-old could be available for a reduced fee if Spurs decide it’s time to cash in.

Tottenham face a difficult but necessary decision: should they keep Gil as a backup option or facilitate his exit to avoid another season of uncertainty? Thomas Frank must assemble a competitive squad, and there is little room for players who remain on the fringes. Gil himself has expressed frustration about being denied a move in the past, and it’s clear that he’s no longer at ease in North London.

His recent appearances have reflected that unease, his body language subdued, his spark seemingly gone. Compared to the likes of Brennan Johnson, Gil lacks the explosive pace and physicality demanded by the Premier League. While his technical ability is not in question, the English game has never quite suited his style.

Financially, Spurs must also be pragmatic. With just 18 months left on his contract, Gil still holds resale value. Keeping him without a defined role will only accelerate his depreciation.

Valencia are keenly aware of this timeline. They won’t meet the €15 million clause, but by waiting, they may land him for significantly less. For Tottenham, it may be wiser to sell now and reinvest, rather than risk further devaluation.

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The decision also speaks for Thomas Frank’s new project. The Danish manager needs committed, fast and attacking players. Gil never quite fitted in and, although he is talented, he has not convinced at Spurs.