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Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has been dealt a welcome transfer boost ahead of the 2025/26 season, as one big-name player is reportedly open to penning a new deal. The ex-Brentford boss has been ushered in to replace Ange Postecoglou at the north London outfit, who was sacked after winning the Europa League last season.

Frank and co. have wasted no time in getting transfer deals across the line, with Mohammed Kudus having been signed from London rivals West Ham United. It comes after Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso’s loan moves were made permanent, with Spurs also chasing after a new midfielder.

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However, one of the club’s biggest transfer successes this summer could come in the form of keeping hold of Cristian Romero. The centre-back, who won the World Cup with Argentina in 2022, had been linked to an exit, with Atletico Madrid mooted as a potential target.

That’s according to The Athletic, who claim Spurs’ intention to give Romero a new contract could be crucial in the Argentine’s decision to stick around. Romero’s current deal at Tottenham is set to expire in the summer of 2027, but the Lilywhites are pushing to secure his services way beyond that date.

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Elsewhere, Spurs’ Morgan Gibbs-White pursuit was dealt an unwanted blow when the Europa League winners were accused of making an “illegal approach” by Nottingham Forest. It was reported yesterday that Spurs were closing in on a £60million move for the Englishman, with a medical expected to be completed before the end of the week.

The deal is now in jeopardy following the Forest claim, with suggestions that the East Midlands-based outfit could even consider legal action. A complaint to the Premier League is expected to be sent, meanwhile Spurs have been left none the wiser as to Forest’s current stance.

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Spurs were said to have triggered the 25-year-old’s release clause, after they moved quickly to agree terms with the player. Gibbs-White, who was also heavily linked with a move to Manchester City earlier in the window, was key to Forest finishing seventh in the Premier League last season.

The move to Spurs is considered to be dead at this stage, but there is a possibility it could be revived later in the window. Tottenham have just over a month until their opening Premier League match, whereas transfer business can be conducted up until the September 1 deadline.

It was a blink and you miss it transfer saga, or at least that’s what it looked like. No sooner had Tottenham’s interest in Morgan Gibbs-White been reported, there were rumours that a £60million fee had been agreed, with the midfielder said to have been London-bound for a medical.

However, plans for the capital club to sign Gibbs-White appear to be stunted after Nottingham Forest claimed Tottenham made an “illegal approach”. It’s suggested Forest could even consider legal action, with the Gibbs-White transfer having been thrown into jeopardy. But if Spurs are forced to look elsewhere for midfield reinforcements this summer, Express Sport have detailed three alternative options they could target.

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Ederson - Atalanta

Depending on what sort of midfield profile new boss Thomas Frank is after, Spurs could look to reignite interest in a former transfer target. Ederson, currently plying his trade at Serie A outfit Atalanta, was previously linked to the north London outfit, among other Premier League outfits. The 26-year-old is certainly more defensively minded than Gibbs-White, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t also versatile. Capable of playing as a lone anchor, Ederson also has the ability to operate in a midfield three as more of a box-to-box type.

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James McAtee - Manchester City

Or why not just go and snag the player Forest were lining up as their Gibbs-White replacement instead? Having been starved of minutes last season, James McAtee is expected to leave Manchester City this summer, with the Blues said to be after a fee in the region of £40m. McAtee, who captained England’s under-21s to European Championship victory just a couple of weeks ago, is certainly on the more attacking end of the midfield spectrum, but with his best years ahead of him, it could be worth a punt. As was the case with Cole Palmer, City have proven in the past they aren’t afraid to sell to Premier League rivals, should the price be right.

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Exequiel Palacios - Bayer Leverkusen

And finally, an industrial midfielder who has spent the last couple of years being coached by one of the game’s greats. Exequiel Palacios played a crucial role in Xabi Alonso’s success at Bayer Leverkusen, but much like the ex-Liverpool and Real Madrid ace, is being tipped to leave the Bundesliga outfit. Palacios can operate in several roles across the midfield and in some ways is similar to the sort of profile Gibbs-White would’ve added to their squad.

Tottenham are close to landing a truly special talent – at least according to Pep Guardiola and Phil Foden. Spurs look to have finalised a £60million deal to sign Nottingham Forest's midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White, who had been heavily tipped for a move to Manchester City earlier this year. The 25-year-old is on course to become Tottenham's second marquee arrival this week, following their £55m acquisition of Mohammed Kudus.

However, on Friday, the transfer was thrown into doubt following reports that Forest are considering legal action, alleging that Spurs' approach for Gibbs-White was improper. The midfielder had been preparing for his medical, but the move now seems to be paused, at least for the time being. Since making the switch from Wolves to Forest in 2022, Gibbs-White has become an indispensable part of the team, playing a central role in their impressive climb up the league last season. That campaign saw Forest hold a Champions League qualification spot for over half the season, and his standout displays didn't go unnoticed. Back in March, City manager Guardiola called him "exceptional," a view echoed by Foden.

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Following a brilliant performance in the 2023 U21 European Championship semi-final, where Gibbs-White netted a goal and earned man of the match honours versus Israel, Foden commented "what a player" on the midfielder's Instagram post celebrating the victory.

Praise like that from high-profile names highlights just how highly Gibbs-White is regarded and is sure to excite Spurs supporters. He had previously been on City's radar before they opted to focus on Rayan Cherki earlier in the window.

With Spurs now believed to have met his release clause - pending a possible legal challenge - Gibbs-White will become their fifth major recruit of the summer once the deal is sealed, pushing the club's total transfer outlay beyond £180m. He joins Kudus, Luka Vuskovic, and Kota Takai through the door, as well as Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso, whose loans from last season are now permanent.

This wave of signings reflects a clear commitment to support incoming manager Thomas Frank and to avoid a repeat of last year's disappointing league showing. Spurs ended a woeful campaign in 17th, plagued by a relentless injury list.

Though they managed to salvage the season with a memorable Europa League win – which clinched Champions League football – it wasn't enough to keep Ange Postecoglou in the job. Their aggressive early recruitment points to a club eager to compete at the top again and build a squad with the depth and durability to handle the demands of an action-packed season.

Next year will mark their first return to Champions League action since the 2022/23 season, and with increased competition in the top half of the Premier League, Spurs are acting swiftly to seize the moment and reclaim a place among the country's elite.

As for Nottingham Forest, Gibbs-White's potential exit emphasises how critical qualifying for the Champions League would have been. The club have already sanctioned the £55m departure of Anthony Elanga to Newcastle, and losing Gibbs-White in the same window is a major blow, with both stars joining clubs set to compete in Europe's premier club tournament next season.

Both players were crucial to Forest's recent strong run of form, and their exits will leave noticeable gaps as the new season approaches. Elanga recorded 11 Premier League assists in 2024/25 – bettered only by Mohamed Salah and Jacob Murphy, his soon-to-be Newcastle team-mate – and also scored six times.

Gibbs-White contributed seven goals and eight assists during the same campaign. Combined, the two were responsible for a large portion of Forest's attacking output, with only Chris Wood involved in more goals (20 goals, three assists).

At Tottenham, Gibbs-White will be competing for minutes in a stacked midfield that boasts Kudus, James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, Lucas Bergvall, Rodrigo Bentancur, Archie Gray, Yves Bissouma, and Pape Matar Sarr. The competition is intense – but given his trajectory, Gibbs-White won't just be fighting for inclusion – he'll be looking to claim a starting role.

The summer transfer window is ramping up as clubs across England and Europe pursue big-money deals. Tottenham are making major statements ahead of their Champions League bid next season, and after announcing the £55million signing of Mohamed Kudus, they are on the verge of sealing a deal for Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White.

The likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool are still chasing big names, though. The Gunners are struggling to get their move for Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres over the line, while United have had three bids for Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo rejected. The Reds continue to be linked with Newcastle star Alexander Isak, with Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi also a target.

Nottingham Forest have reportedly accused Tottenham of an 'illegal approach' in a chaotic twist to Morgan Gibbs-White's future. It had been claimed that Spurs had triggered a £60million release clause in the England midfielder's contract and had planned his medical for today.

But the deal could now be ditched with wide-ranging reports claiming that Forest are now considering legal action over what they believe is an 'illegal' approach for their player. The Midlands club are said to have been unaware about an approach for their key man.

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Tottenham Hotspur could get one over on Manchester United and Ruben Amorim after missing out on Bryan Mbeumo. United are still attempting to sign the Brentford forward, who has made it clear he favours a move to United over Spurs.

The Europa League winners did hold an interest in Mbeumo, who played under new Spurs boss Thomas Frank at Brentford, but have moved on to other targets. They have struck a £55million deal for West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus - another player previously linked with United - who is set for a medical at the club on Thursday. Now, Spurs are close to signing Morgan Gibbs-White after triggering the Nottingham Forest playmaker’s £60million release clause. Frank is believed to be a long-term admirer of the 25-year-old, who Forest signed from Wolves for £42.5m in 2022.

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With United having at least two bids rejected by Brentford for Mbeumo, Amorim may see Gibbs-White joining Spurs as a bitter blow, as the Portuguese coach is said to be a big fan of the player. United were linked with Gibbs-White earlier this year, with former Red Devils chief scout Mick Brown revealing Amorim’s interest.

Brown told Football Insider in March: “Man United have been looking at Morgan Gibbs-White. He’s a player who is highly mobile, works very hard, and has this sort of dynamism to his game.

“That’s something Ruben Amorim likes and needs in the system he wants to play. I’m told Amorim is a big fan of Gibbs-White from what he’s seen.

“He’s spoken before about Mason Mount, who’s been injured, but is not too dissimilar to Gibbs-White in terms of the role they would play. I think that’s a move United will be interested in if they can tempt him to leave Forest.

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“Whether they’d be able to get it done, because of their financial situation, is unclear. Nottingham Forest won’t let Gibbs-White go cheaply. It will be a huge fee to tempt them into selling.”

United’s interest in Gibbs-White appears to have cooled as they chase other attacking targets. After snaring Wolves forward Matheus Cunha for £62.5m, they remain locked in talks over Mbeumo with Brentford, who continue to hold firm over their valuation.

It has even been suggested that the Bees feel they have undervalued the player after Forest accepted a £55m offer for Anthony Elanga, while Chelsea forward Noni Madueke appears to be Arsenal-bound for more than £50m.

Given Mbeumo netted 20 times in the Premier League last season, Brentford suspect their current £63m valuation may be too low, as per the Evening Standard. That potentially spells bad news for United, who are desperate to revamp their squad while remaining within PSR limits.

Tottenham have officially announced the signing of Mohammed Kudus in a £55million deal from West Ham United. The 24-year-old Ghanaian international has signed a long-term contract, making the move across London from the Hammers.

Despite interest from numerous other clubs this summer, Kudus was determined to join Spurs and will now link up with new Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank and his team. He becomes the Danish manager's third summer signing following the £5m capture of 20-year-old Japanese international centre-back Kota Takai from Kawasaki Frontale earlier this week.

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This came after Mathys Tel's loan stint from Bayern Munich was made permanent for £29.8m. Kevin Danso's loan from Lens had already been converted into a permanent £21m transfer due to an obligation agreed upon prior to Frank's arrival. Meanwhile, 18-year-old centre-back Luka Vuskovic finally arrived two years after Spurs signed him from Hajduk Split, following loan spells in Belgium and Poland.

Joining the north London club with 80 appearances and 32 goal contributions for West Ham under his belt, the Ghanaian forward originally hails from Ajax where he contributed to 39 goals in 87 matches. With a wealth of experience scoring in both the Champions League and Europa League, his skills will be invaluable this season as Spurs make their return to Europe's premier club competition.

Kudus' preferred position is on the right wing, but he's versatile enough to play across all attacking positions, including as a striker or just behind one. His first season in the Premier League was impressive following his transfer from the Eredivisie, but he found it challenging to replicate those numbers last season.

This was due to new manager Graham Potter implementing a wing-back system that left less space for Kudus to excel away from his favoured right-wing role.

At Tottenham, Kudus will be competing for a spot on the right wing against players like Brennan Johnson and Dejan Kulusevski, with Wilson Odobert, Tel, Mikey Moore and captain Son Heung-min all capable of playing down that side as well.

Last season, Kudus had both triumphs and setbacks against his new club, scoring at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in October before being sent off late in a match during a scuffle. Now, he'll be aiming to familiarise himself with those same Spurs players he previously clashed with, this time as team-mates.

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Clubs up and down the country are working hard to improve their squads with a number of high-profile deals on the horizon. The likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham are thought to be active on a number of fronts. The Red Devils are still trying to sign Bryan Mbeumo, having been frustrated in their efforts to snap him up thus far.

Arsenal, meanwhile, are chasing a blockbuster move for Sporting forward Viktor Gyokeres to improve their forward line. He is reportedly desperate to join the Gunners but his future will depend on whether a transfer fee can be agreed. Their bitter rivals Tottenham have also been making progress in their pursuit of Mohammed Kudus, with the player set to undergo a medical.

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Arsenal on the cusp of Noni Madueke agreement

Arsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Chelsea’s Noni Madueke, reports The Athletic.

The London outfits are on the cusp of striking a deal worth £52million for the winger, with personal terms already in place.

The 23-year-old is set to sign a five-year contract at the Emirates Stadium if talks continue to progress and an agreement is reached.

Liverpool make Luis Diaz stance clear

Liverpool have refused to engage in transfer talks with Bayern Munich over Luis Diaz, reports GiveMeSport.

The Reds are insistent that the winger is not for sale and are not encouraging offers from suitors. They have no plans to even allow Bayern – or any other suitors – with the chance to present a bid.

Tottenham announce signing of Mohammed Kudus

Tottenham have announced the signing of Mohammed Kudus, who joins the club from West Ham in a deal worth £55million.

The versatile forward has penned a long-term deal with Spurs.

Spurs eye Adam Wharton as part of their triple swoop

Tottenham are reportedly set to continue their spending spree by making a move for Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton.

Spurs are closing in on deals for Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White and West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus, and Thomas Frank’s side are turning their attention to their midfield.

GB News report that Tottenham are eyeing Wharton and are willing to bid up to £60million to secure his services. However, Palace value the midfielder at £70m.

Chelsea set to offload midfielder

Chelsea midfielder Mathis Amougou is set to join Strasbourg, reports L’Equipe.

The Frenchman joined the Blues in January in a deal worth £12.9million, but he is now set to return to the Ligue 1.

Amougou made two appearances for Chelsea last season and will now be tasked with replacing Andrey Santos under manager Liam Rosenior.

Forest turn their attention to Brentford star

Nottingham Forest have reignited their pursuit in Brentford’s Yoane Wissa, reports The Athletic.

Nuno Espirito Santo’s side pushed to sign the forward in the January transfer window, and they have now seen a new offer rejected by the Bees.

Forest were open to paying £25million to signing Wissa in January but their offer was rejected, and their recent bid fell below that amount. Brentford value the Congo international at more than £50m.

WSL world-record transfer agreed

Women’s football’s first £1million transfer has reportedly been agreed.

The Guardian report that Liverpool have accepted a world-record bid worth £1m for Olivia Smith from Arsenal. The 20-year-old scored seven goals in 20 Women’s Super League appearances last season.

The forward is also capable of playing on the wing, and Arsenal are pushing to pay a ‘sizeable’ fee to secure her signature.

Spurs set to activate Gibbs-White's release clause

Tottenham are reportedly ‘ready’ to trigger a £60million release clause in Morgan Gibbs-White’s contract.

The Telegraph report that Spurs are confident of agreeing a deal to sign the playmaker and are willing to activate the clause in his deal at the City Ground.

Talks are ongoing between Tottenham and Forest, and Thomas Frank’s side do not any issues in negotiations.

Arsenal plan Crystal Palace talks

Arsenal are reportedly planning to hold talks with Crystal Palace chairman Steve Paris over a deal for Eberechi Eze.

The Gunners are keen to secure the signature of the midfielder for less than his release clause, and the Guardian report that they are hoping to negotiate a deal soon.

However, it is unlikely that Palace are open to entertaining offers below the £68million clause given the level of interest in the England international.

Tottenham eyeing Morgan Gibbs-White

Tottenham are reportedly set to turn their attention to signing Nottingham Forest playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White.

The Athletic report that the midfielder is being tracked by several top clubs, and Spurs are hopeful of convincing him to be a part of Thomas Frank’s new project. The ex-Brentford boss is a ‘long-term admirer’ of Gibbs-White.

Tottenham have recently struck a deal to sign West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus, and signing both would be a major sign of intent from the north London outfit.

Chelsea tipped to sell Nicolas Jackson

Alan Shearer would not be surprised to see Chelsea sell Nicolas Jackson after this weekend's Club World Cup final.

Speaking on The Rest Is Football, he said: "I don’t know, am I playing devil’s advocate here in thinking Jackson may be the one?

"That wouldn’t surprise me if he was sold to someone, whether in our country or not.

"That’s one that wouldn’t surprise me if they made that decision. They’ve got some serious options in every forward position."

Luis Diaz wants to leave Liverpool

Luis Diaz has informed Liverpool chiefs that he wants to leave the club this summer, according to Sky Germany.

The winger has been linked with a potential exit and is said to be attracting interest from Barcelona.

Bayern Munich have also reached out to discuss a move to the Allianz Arena, but nothing is agreed yet.

Napoli chief makes Alejandro Garnacho statement

Napoli chairman Aurelio De Laurentiis has admitted that he wants to sign Alejandro Garnacho this summer.

He believes the winger will become 'twice the player' if he leaves Manchester United.

He said: "Garnacho's got pace, flair and potential but that's not even why we want him. We want him because he's at United.

"Get him out and he becomes twice the player. There's a fault at United that I can't explain."

DONE DEAL! Arsenal sign Christian Norgaard

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard in a £15m deal.

He has signed a two-year contract, which includes a club-held option to extend for an additional year.

Viktor Gyokeres to Arsenal latest

Arsenal's pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres is at serious risk of collapse, according to Portuguese outlet A Bola.

They state that negotiators have not spoken for around three days with the situation reportedly on hold.

Sporting are sticking to their asking price of £60.3m up front and £8.6m in add-ons.

Arsenal, however, are said to be unwilling to meet those demands.

Jarrad Branthwaite release clause emerges

Jarrad Branthwaite has a release clause of £70m in his new Everton contract, according to the Daily Mail.

The defender recently committed his long-term future to the Toffees by signing a five-year deal.

It has reportedly put him among their highest earners and there is said to be a bumper release clause to match.

Branthwaite was a target for Manchester United last summer but ended up staying on Merseyside before signing fresh terms.

Marcus Rashford chooses next club

Marcus Rashford has given the green light to Fenerbahce after speaking on the phone with Jose Mourinho.

That's according to Turkish outlet Fotomac, who say Fenerbahce are 'preparing to detonate a second bombshell after Jhon Duran'.

The club's director of football Devin Ozek will reportedly fly to England later this week for talks with the player's representatives.

Fenerbahce are said to be offering a loan deal with a clause to make it a permanent move at the end of the season.

DONE DEAL! Man Utd land Enzo Kana-Biyik

Manchester United have announced the signing of teenage forward Enzo Kana-Biyik from Le Havre.

He will spend the upcoming season on loan at Swiss outfit Lausanne-Sport before returning to Old Trafford next summer.

Real Madrid yet to decide Rodrygo future

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso says no decision has been made over the future of Rodrygo, who is a reported target for Arsenal.

It has been claimed that he could leave the Bernabeu for around £76.8m this summer with the Gunners believed to be keen.

But after Rodrygo was left on the bench in Real Madrid's defeat to PSG at the Club World Cup, Alonso said: "These are match decisions.

"The way the match was going, we needed another profile. There have been no decisions for the future.

"We haven't rotated too much in this Club World Cup and the context will be different in the future."

Mohammed Kudus set for Tottenham medical

Mohammed Kudus will undergo a medical at Tottenham later today, according to The Athletic.

The north Londoners have agreed a £55m deal to sign the West Ham winger on a long-term contract.

He is expected to sign a six-year deal, keeping him at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium until the summer of 2031.

Kudus scored five Premier League goals last season and laid on another four assists.

Brentford could increase Bryan Mbeumo demands

Brentford feel they have undervalued Bryan Mbeumo after seeing other players linked with expensive moves, according to The Evening Standard.

They have reportedly been encouraged by the fees touted for players like Noni Madueke and Anthony Elanga.

As a result, there is a chance that Brentford could hike Mbeumo's price tag in what would be a blow for Manchester United.

The Red Devils are still interested in signing the winger but are yet to agree a transfer fee with Brentford holding firm.

Man Utd complete Harley Emsden James deal

Manchester United have completed the signing of Southampton teenager Harley Emsden James, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Red Devils will reportedly pay a £1m fee to land the 15-year-old defender.

They are said to view him as a 'major talent' for the future.

Emsden James is thought to have signed his United contract with the transfer receiving Premier League approval.

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Man Utd dealt Bryan Mbeumo transfer twist as Premier League rivals bid for Brentford star

Tottenham are on the brink of securing a £60million deal for Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White. The 25-year-old England midfielder has a release clause that Spurs are ready to activate to strengthen Thomas Frank's squad for the upcoming season. Despite having no financial need to sell, especially after agreeing a £55m deal for Anthony Elanga's move to Newcastle, Forest's negotiations with Tottenham have advanced to the point where a deal could be finalised over the weekend.

In addition to Gibbs-White, Spurs are also closing in on a £55m deal for West Ham's Mohamed Kudus as new manager Frank aims to build a robust squad for their Champions League return. Gibbs-White moved to Forest from Wolves in August 2022 for an initial fee of £25m plus £17m in add-ons, and Wolves are set to receive a 10 per cent cut from any profit made on his sale.

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He played a pivotal role in Nuno's Forest side, helping them qualify for European competition for the first time since the 1995-96 season, contributing seven goals and eight assists in 34 Premier League matches.

However, a late-season slump saw them drop out of the Champions League spots and into the less profitable Conference League.

There is still a possibility they could be promoted to the Europa League if UEFA decides that Crystal Palace, due to multi-club ownership rules related to John Textor's majority stake in Lyon, are ineligible to participate.

If Palace are barred from the Europa League, they could be relegated to the Conference League. However, this is complicated by Brondby, owned by another of Palace's minority owners David Blitzer, who have already qualified for that competition through the Danish league.

Tottenham could reportedly announce a deal for Mohammed Kudus as early as today. It is claimed that the final touches on a controversial move for the West Ham star are being finalised.

Kudus’ potential switch from West Ham to Spurs would mark the first time a player has moved between the clubs since Scott Parker in 2011. A medical for the versatile forward has reportedly been booked for today. That comes after personal terms were already said to have been agreed. The 24-year-old is expected to sign a contract until 2031.

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According to Sky Germany, Spurs could announce the signing as early as today, with all the formalities expected to be passed. Kudus would become Thomas Frank’s first major new signing as head coach of the north London club.

A reported £55million deal has been agreed between the two clubs. Kudus had an £85m release clause but West Ham were willing to accept a smaller fee to kickstart their own summer business.

Kudus still had three years remaining on his contract, in addition to West Ham harbouring the option to extend that by 12 months. The Ghana international, who the Hammers signed from Ajax for £38m in 2023, endured a tough season last term.

In November, Kudus was handed a five-match ban for a wild outburst in a match against Spurs. He struck two opposition players in the face and, despite initially receiving only a yellow card, he was dismissed upon a VAR review.

Kudus was charged by the Football Association and later fined £60,000. He scored five goals and provided two assists in 32 Premier League appearances last term.

Frank will entertain Kudus’ versatility. The player can feature anywhere across the forward line, in addition to an attacking midfield role. He is well-regarded for his dribbling ability and ferocious shot.

Spurs’ only incoming senior deals this summer have been making loan moves for Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso permanent. Young Japanese defender Kota Takai has also arrived from Kawasaki Frontale, although it is unclear what part he will play in Frank’s first-team squad next season.

Reported interest in Bryan Mbeumo has seemingly dwindled after the Brentford star is said to have made clear that his priority is to join Manchester United. However, the Red Devils’ talks over the Cameroon international, who shone under Frank at Brentford, are said to have stalled.