Daily Express

Tottenham supporters have flooded social media calling for Thomas Frank's dismissal following their Premier League loss to Nottingham Forest. Callum Hudson-Odoi opened the scoring in the first half before doubling Forest's advantage shortly after the interval.

Ibrahim Sangare put the result beyond doubt with a stunning long-range strike 11 minutes from time. The loss sees Spurs languishing in 11th position in the Premier League standings with 22 points from 16 fixtures.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

The result has intensified the scrutiny on Frank despite back-to-back victories in their previous two matches. It means that Spurs have lost the same number of games as they have won in the Premier League this season.

Relations between Frank and the fanbase since his appointment in the summer have become increasingly strained. He publicly criticised supporters for jeering goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario following his error in the defeat against Fulham last month.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

The Forest match also witnessed what seemed to be a reaction from Djed Spence, who appeared unhappy at being withdrawn from the game.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

With anger mounting, several supporters vented their displeasure towards the manager on X (formerly Twitter). One posted: "I'm done with Thomas Frank football now. Sack him tonight.

"Sack Thomas Frank I'm not joking sack that coward now!!!" a second posted.

A third posted: "Playing how Thomas Frank wants us to play is only ever going to be mid-table at best. He has to go."

Another supporter said: "I'm not one for keeping changing the manager, but I feel that after today, Thomas Frank is out of his depth here. I can't understand his tactics. I don't understand his substitutions. I can't see how it's not getting more out of this squad. He lost me today. #FrankOut."

Football transfer news and rumours plus selected offers and competitions Invalid email

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy

However, it wasn't just fans who were concerned by Tottenham's performance against Forest. Sky Sports pundit Andy Reid was damning in his verdict, saying: "It was a worrying performance from Spurs.

"There were just starting to be some signs of a recovery with Thomas Frank looking like he was starting to impress himself on the club and this team. But they have turned in a performance like this where they haven't got going and not shown any desire. The body language didn't look good at all.

"Nottingham Forest have ran over the top of them and played better than them in every area of the game. Man for man, they were fitter and they have been better all over the pitch. Spurs got what they deserved from the game, which was nothing."

Despite the pressure mounting on Frank, there doesn't appear to be any immediate threat to his position. Earlier this month, the manager expressed his confidence that he would be given time by the club's hierarchy.

"I'm very confident. I think the ownership - of course I'm just starting to know them - but it seems like they're good guys, intelligent people," he said. "They know how to run businesses and learning about football, learning more now they've become owners.

"I think when we're dealing with intelligent people they can see every successful dynasty, every successful club has taken time. Yeah you have one where you maybe win one year or the second year, but you can't sustain it if you don't build something sustainable. It's impossible."

More pressure has been piled on Thomas Frank after Tottenham’s dispiriting 3-0 defeat away to Nottingham Forest. Spurs sit in the bottom half of the table, having only won one out of their last seven Premier League matches, with the Danish coach perhaps starting to wonder about his future at the club.

Frank has only been in north London for a few months, but concerns over his style of play and poor performances have done little to quell his doubters. It is unlikely that the Spurs hierarchy would part ways with Frank so soon into his tenure, but if they do opt to pull the trigger, Express Sport has taken a look at four potential options…

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Get 50% off Premier League kits and merch

Various Prices View Deal

Kitbag has slashed up to 50% off football kits and merch.

Fans can find discounts on products from Premier League clubs including Man United, Man City, Liverpool, Everton, Arsenal, Spurs and more.

This box contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.

Football transfer news and rumours plus selected offers and competitions Invalid email

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy

Oliver Glasner

Oliver Glasner has been pulling up trees at Crystal Palace and there would be many clubs interested if he were to leave Selhurst Park. His contract is up at the end of the season, meaning it might not take much for Spurs to buy him out of his deal, amid previous concerns Glasner had regarding Palace’s recruitment.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

His 3-4-3 shape may fit Spurs too, as it prefers to build the ball in wide areas. Spurs have struggled to progress in midfield this season and Kevin Danso could form a back three, allowing the likes of Pedro Porro and Djed Spence more freedom to attack.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Marco Silva

It would not be the first time Marco Silva has been linked with the Tottenham job.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

The Portuguese head coach continues to perform well at Fulham, taking several Premier League rejects and turning them into top performers at Craven Cottage.

He has Fulham just two points behind Spurs, despite a vast difference in resources, and got one over Frank when claiming a 2-1 win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium just a few weeks ago.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Andoni Iraola

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Bournemouth, under Andoni Iraola, have hit a rough patch and have not won a game since their 2-0 victory over Forest in October.

But Iraola remains a man in demand and just a few months ago, he was being linked with several top jobs.

He, too, has a contract only until the end of the season and just this week insisted that there was no update on a potential extension.

Frank Lampard

They couldn’t, could they?

The sight of Chelsea legend Frank Lampard in the Spurs dugout would be abhorrent to many. But are Spurs in a position to turn down a potentially very talented head coach?

Lampard has experience in Europe and the top flight, and he revitalised his career at Coventry, having led them to the top of the Championship.

If they do not hire Lampard, they could fear coming up against his side next season.

Arsenal's decision-makers allowed Harry Kane to slip through their academy net as they believed a future Wolves striker possessed the qualities needed to succeed ahead of the Tottenham legend. Kane, 32, subsequently bagged 280 goals for Spurs and became England's record goalscorer. His blockbuster £86million switch to Bayern Munich in August 2023 has already seen him find the net an incredible 113 times for the German powerhouse.

However, things might have unfolded very differently had Arsenal bosses not preferred Benik Afobe over Kane, who had joined the Gunners aged just eight. Afobe progressed through Arsenal's youth system alongside Kane but later went on to feature for Wolves, Arsenal's Premier League rivals this weekend, in three separate spells.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Afobe, currently plying his trade for Al-Arabi in the UAE at 32, managed 29 goals during his time with the Midlands club. The DR Congo international also turned out for Bournemouth in the top flight but never came remotely close to achieving Kane's impact on the division.

Kane was considered to lack pace as a youngster and Arsenal simply felt that Afobe represented the superior prospect of the pair, arguing he was more athletic, more clinical in front of goal and stronger in physical duels.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Arsenal perhaps cannot be entirely criticised for their decision to favour Afobe over Kane, though. Afobe had attracted interest from Barcelona before penning his maiden professional contract, such was his encouraging potential.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Injuries significantly hindered Afobe's progress in north London, ultimately leading to his departure to Wolves in 2014 following multiple loan arrangements.

Kane subsequently revealed that Arsenal's decision to release him after just one campaign - the club he had supported since childhood - fuelled his determination to reach the pinnacle of football.

"Yeah, probably throughout my whole career, really," Kane reflected in September 2024. "Starting from when I was eight years old being released from Arsenal. That might have built a bit of desire to prove to them when I was that age."

Liam Brady, Arsenal's former academy director and club legend, acknowledged responsibility for the Kane decision, despite not personally making the call himself, stating the "buck stops with him".

Kane moved to Spurs at age 11 but faced near-dismissal there, too, during his teenage years. His path to success at Tottenham proved arduous, with loan spells at Leyton Orient and Norwich, plus temporary moves to Millwall and Leicester.

Tim Sherwood eventually gave Kane his maiden Premier League start. Nevertheless, it was Mauricio Pochettino who truly believed in his abilities, with Kane's dramatic 90th-minute strike against Aston Villa in November 2014 reportedly rescuing Pochettino from potential dismissal during a difficult period.

Roy Massey, the highly regarded former Arsenal academy chief, has previously confessed that informing Kane he wasn't up to standard ranks among the most difficult discussions of his career.

Despite their current success in the league, Arsenal will undoubtedly reflect on their costly mistake with Kane, which had significant implications not only in terms of goals but also for their future finances.

Harry Kane received an unexpected mention during Mohamed Salah's explosive interview, as the Liverpool star cited him whilst launching a scathing attack on his club. This comes after the Egyptian was dropped from the starting lineup for a third consecutive Premier League match following a recent dip in form. The Reds have struggled to find their rhythm in the league this season, with Tottenham keeping a close eye on developments at Anfield ahead of their clash in a fortnight's time.

Salah will miss that encounter due to AFCON international commitments, though uncertainty surrounds whether he'll still be at the club for the return fixture in March. The 33-year-old launched a strange attack of his employers, claiming he has been "thrown under the bus" by the club's hierarchy. He also referenced his deteriorating relationship with Arne Slot, whilst hinting that the weekend's Brighton clash might mark his final appearance for Liverpool.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

His anger stems from being repeatedly overlooked for selection despite believing he has earned his spot in the team. The stalemate against Leeds proved to be the final straw for Salah, who didn't even feature as a substitute, prompting his reference to Kane when questioned about his frustration.

He said: "Can you answer that? [If he is frustrated that he wasn't brought on] I have been at this club, scoring more than anyone in this generation, since I came to the Premier League. I don't think anyone has scored more goals and made more assists than me.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

"In the whole Premier League. If I am somewhere else, everybody would go to the media and defend the players. I am the only one in this situation.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

"Can I give an example? It's silly, but I am sorry. I remember a while ago, Harry Kane was not scoring for ten games, everyone in the media was like 'Oh, Harry will score for sure', when it comes to Mo, everyone is like 'he needs to be on the bench'. I am sorry, Harry!"

Whilst this may have been a minor dig at Kane, accompanied by an apology, it was also an inaccurate claim from Salah. Opta subsequently debunked this assertion, revealing that Kane has never endured six consecutive top-flight starts without finding the net throughout his career.

This isn't to suggest the former Spurs striker hasn't faced difficulties over the years. Questions have periodically arisen regarding his pace and fitness record, as well as his capacity to deliver in the biggest matches.

Nevertheless, his goal-scoring statistics speak volumes, with 17 representing his lowest return for a complete Premier League campaign during his Tottenham spell, and 30 his peak on two separate occasions. Now plying his trade at Bayern Munich, the England skipper continues to demonstrate his prowess at the highest level.

At 32 years of age, just 12 months Salah's junior, Kane has been finding the net regularly in the Bundesliga too. During his debut season, the forward netted 36 times, before following that up with 26 goals in the subsequent campaign. With an impressive tally of 17 goals in just 13 appearances for Bayern, it appears that the Tottenham legend is not planning to slow down anytime soon.

Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has left no doubt about his views following the 2-2 draw with Newcastle. Spurs had to make do with a single point from their clash against the Magpies at St James' Park on Tuesday evening in the Premier League. Bruno Guimaraes put Newcastle ahead in the 71st minute, before Romero levelled matters shortly afterwards for Thomas Frank's men.

Anthony Gordon then restored Newcastle's advantage from the penalty spot in the dying moments, only for Romero to net his second - a spectacular overhead kick in added time - to salvage a point for Tottenham. Spurs were left fuming over the penalty decision awarded to Newcastle, which came following a VAR review at St James' Park.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur was adjudged to have held Newcastle defender Dan Burn during a corner, with the incident initially going unspotted before referee Thomas Bramall was directed by VAR officials at Stockley Park to consult his pitch-side monitor.

The reversal has, unsurprisingly, become one of the key discussion points from the match, with Romero expressing his displeasure after the final whistle. On X - previously Twitter - Romero shared a post from Rio Ferdinand, who slammed the decision to give Newcastle a penalty.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

"Disgraceful decision to reward [Newcastle] penalty," Ferdinand posted. "Whoever is controlling the VAR should be ashamed [and] the ref then reviews and should be also. Well done Newcastle." Romero shared Ferdinand's message before posting his own thoughts to his 318,000 X followers.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

"It's all about working hard, getting better, and pushing forward," wrote Romero on X. "Especially now, when things aren't going our way, we've got to stick together. Thanks for all the support as always fans see you at home on Saturday."

Meanwhile, Frank has explained his belief that Newcastle's penalty claim should not have been awarded - insisting the Tottenham boss felt VAR ought not to have got involved.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

"And also, the second one is very disappointing to concede because for me it's never a penalty," said Frank. "Even speaking to some from Newcastle, who didn't think it's a penalty.

"And we need the consistency. Because that penalty, that would be given two times a game. And I think the referee call on the pitch nailed it. And VAR can only be if it's clear and obvious."

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Newcastle missed out on two points at home against Tottenham at St James' Park in a costly Premier League encounter. The Magpies faced a Spurs team that had only managed one victory in their last seven matches since their previous visit to the north east for the Carabao Cup. The teams were level at half-time, but Tottenham dodged a bullet when Joelinton's powerful shot rebounded off the post.

However, it was his compatriot Bruno Guimaraes who broke the stalemate after being brought on as a substitute. Cristan Romero brought Spurs level, but Newcastle retaliated. However, after Gordon's late penalty seemed to have secured three points for Newcastle, a second equaliser left the Magpies deflated. Here's how the Magpies performed against Spurs...

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Aaron Ramsdale 6.

Had little to save but let in two soft goals. A disappointing audition to replace Nick Pope as the number one.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Tino Livramento 7.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Showed maturity in parts. Was shocked when Romero's second goal went in.

Malick Thiaw 6.

Cool and collected. But will be disappointed with the second equaliser.

Dan Burn 5.

Should have done better with Romero's goal. Thought he'd rescued Newcastle by winning a penalty but crumbled in stoppage time along with the rest of his defence.

Lewis Hall 6.

Failed to block Kudus' cross for the equaliser but otherwise had a steady night.

Joelinton 6.

Unfortunate to hit the post. Heavily targeted by Spurs' midfield enforcers.

Sandro Tonali 7.

Performed his role well but was substituted at half-time after only 31 touches.

Lewis Miley 7.

Retained his spot on merit and the teenager played a significant role in this victory. Received a warm applause as he was substituted.

Harvey Barnes 6.

Made a few incisive runs and posed some threat. However, on a night when Newcastle required 8/10 performances - this fell short.

Delivered three crosses but only one found its mark.

Jacob Murphy 4.

Given a great opportunity but failed to capitalise. Lacked drive and it was no surprise to see him substituted just after the hour mark.

Managed 10 crosses but few found their intended target.

Nick Woltemade 6.

Proved to be a handful. Improved in the second half.

Wasn't at his best during stoppage time for the goal that resulted in a 2-2 draw.

Subs.

Bruno Guimaraes 8 (for Tonal 46).

Despite being a substitute, he still earned man of the match for bringing energy, inspiration and the equalising goal. Man of the match.

Anthony Gordon 8 (for Barnes 65).

Altered the game on the left. Played a crucial role in the equaliser and then kept his cool to score the winning goal.

Anthony Elanga 6 (for Murphy 65).

Made an impact. Provided an option but froze as the second equaliser was scored.

Fabian Schar (for Miley 90).

*Substitutes must play for at least 15 minutes to receive a rating.

Jamie Carragher launched a scathing attack on Cristian Romero after the Tottenham captain received an unnecessary yellow card in his side's 2-2 draw Newcastle. Romero, who was absent from Saturday's loss to Fulham following a one-match ban for accumulating five bookings, was shown his sixth caution of the campaign at St. James' Park before scoring two goals - including a dramatic overhead kick in stoppage time.

In the 23rd minute, the Argentina defender lunged in recklessly and caught Joelinton with a late challenge, leaving the midfielder sprawled on the turf. Referee Tom Bramall had little choice but to brandish a yellow card at Romero. Responding to the incident, Carragher expressed his frustration whilst providing co-commentary for Sky Sports.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Carragher vented: "Romero is not going to change is he? I love aggressive players but he's not going to get the ball there. You'd think with age and maturity he'd stop doing it but apparently not."

If Romero accumulates four additional yellow cards before Tottenham's 32nd Premier League fixture concludes, he would face a two-match suspension.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

However, the Argentine delivered a quick-fire response as he equalised to snatch a point for Spurs. He stayed up after a set-piece came to an end, but beat Dan Burn to a header after Mohammed Kudus crossed the ball back into the penalty area.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

It was not thought to be enough for all three points, however, as Burn was brought down by Rodrigo Bentancur inside the box and Anthony Gordon stepped up to score what was set to be the winning goal.

But Romero stepped up once again and scored his second goal of the game, this time a bicycle kick that ran past Aaron Ramsdale, to clinch a point at St James' Park.

The highest tally of yellow cards Romero has amassed in a Premier League campaign stands at nine, when he managed one caution every three fixtures during the 2022/23 season under Antonio Conte.

Throughout his top-flight career, Romero has collected 33 yellow cards across 111 appearances. He has received his marching orders twice during that spell, though his latest dismissal occurred over two years ago in the defeat to Chelsea in November 2023.

Spurs travelled to the North East hoping to halt a three-match losing streak and secure their first Premier League victory since October. Despite being outplayed in the first half, Tottenham managed to keep the scoreline at 0-0 going into the break.

Half-time substitute Bruno Guimaraes scored from the edge of the box to break the deadlock in the second half, an area where Spurs have conceded from on several occasions in recent weeks.

Romero might have thought he had answered Carragher's criticism by heading in an equaliser, only for Gordon to send the home supporters into raptures by tucking home his spot-kick before Romero's acrobatic effort drew Spurs level in stoppage time.

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has suggested that Fulham's Marco Silva could be a perfect fit for Tottenham Hotspur amid the ongoing speculation surrounding Thomas Frank's future. The Danish manager took over from Ange Postecoglou earlier this season, but his team has been underperforming of late.

The recent 2-1 loss to Fulham at home means that only Wolverhampton Wanderers have a poorer home record than Frank's Spurs in the Premier League this season. The north London side found themselves two goals down within just six minutes, with Kenny Tete opening the scoring and Harry Wilson adding a second, capitalising on an error from goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Vicario, the Italian shot-stopper, lost possession near his goal area, allowing Wilson to curl the ball into the net. The subsequent touches by the Spurs keeper were met with jeers from the home crowd, much to the dismay of Frank and defender Pedro Porro.

Frank expressed his disappointment in the post-match press conference, saying: "I didn't like that our fans booed at him [Vicario] straight after and a few times he touched the ball. They can't be true Tottenham fans because everyone supports each other when you are on the pitch. And we do everything we can to perform. After, fair enough, boo, no problem. But not during. That's unacceptable in my opinion."

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

According to The Telegraph, an emergency meeting was held by Spurs last month to address the growing disconnect with their supporters. Ahead of their match against Newcastle, Frank acknowledged the fans' frustration, stating: "I completely understand the frustration.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

"If we don't win there will always be a frustration. We have not won much at home this season - and also last -so the frustration can grow. It's my job to do what we can to have calm.

"We are nothing without fans. Tottenham Hotspur is nothing without the fans. My point was that during matches we need each other. Afterwards the booing can be fair. During, then we need to make it a fortress and, to do that, we all need to be together."

According to a recent report from The Sun, several Spurs players have grown increasingly exasperated with Frank's approach, with squad members left bewildered about their positions due to last-minute tactical alterations. Nevertheless, Frank maintains he enjoys unwavering support from the Tottenham board, though mounting questions surround his long-term prospects.

During an appearance on The Overlap, Carragher said: "I've always been a fan of Marco Silva, even when he first came to the Premier League with Hull. I think he's the one manager Everton should've stuck with, when they kept changing manager under [Farhad] Moshiri and the owner, he was the one I liked.

"I've always seen Marco Silva [as the level of] Tottenham – not quite to go from a [club like] Fulham to Liverpool or Manchester City, or a team that can compete for the league, but a level just below where they are trying for Champions League - maybe a club like Aston Villa.

"That will be the next step for him in the Premier League, and I think he deserves one of those jobs when they next come up."

Tottenham players held an urgent meeting last month to address the growing rift with their supporters. Spurs suffered a humiliating 2-1 defeat at the hands of Fulham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night, conceding two goals in a disastrous six-minute spell.

This loss marked the end of a dreadful week for Thomas Frank's squad, following losses against Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain. It also marks their fourth defeat in six Premier League matches. This was also Spurs' 10th home defeat of 2025 in the league, setting a new unwanted record as they have never lost more than 10 home league games in a single year in their history.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Controversy from Saturday's match centred around Fulham's second goal when Guglielmo Vicario lost control of the ball well outside his box. Harry Wilson capitalised on this error, curling the ball into the unguarded net after the goalkeeper failed to clear the danger.

When the ball came to Vicario again shortly afterwards, some Spurs fans expressed their displeasure by booing him. This reaction incensed both Frank and Pedro Porro after the match.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

The Telegraph claim that the issue of the Spurs' fan base was the primary topic in a players' meeting following their defeat to Chelsea on November 1. The report suggests that the disconnect between the players and their supporters is seen as a critical issue within the squad.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

The Spurs squad have introduced a fresh ritual whereby they congregate in the centre circle at half-time before departing the field as one unit.

The motivation behind this gesture is to showcase their unity, regardless of the prevailing mood.

It is suggested that this is not the first group of Tottenham players to harbour worries about their bond with supporters, with similar tensions arising in previous campaigns.

Following Saturday's match, Frank branded those Tottenham fans who jeered Vicario as "not true fans" and called their behaviour "unacceptable".

He declared: "I didn't like that our fans booed at him [Vicario] straight after and a few times he touched the ball. They can't be true Tottenham fans because everyone supports each other when you are on the pitch.

"And we do everything we can to perform. After, fair enough, boo, no problem. But not during. That's unacceptable in my opinion."

Meanwhile, in an Instagram message posted on Sunday afternoon, Porro stated: "Football is emotions. In football, as in life, there can always be mistakes.

"What I will not tolerate is hearing disrespect from the fans to my team-mates, hence my frustration at the end of the game.

"And we will get up. We remind you, six months ago, everything was so bad. In the end, it is not how it begins but how it ends. To the true Spurs fans, I love you."

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has dismissed speculation linking him with a switch to Barcelona, insisting he has had 'no contact' regarding a potential transfer. The 32-year-old has been persistently linked with a move to the Nou Camp.

He is seen as a possible successor to Robert Lewandowski, whose contract expires at the end of the campaign. Kane is understood to have a release clause in his Bayern Munich deal worth approximately €65 million (£57m).

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

However, the clause must be triggered by the player himself and runs out at the end of January. Therefore, time is running out for a decision to be made.

There has also been speculation surrounding a Premier League return, with reports suggesting a possible move back to Tottenham. He left the club for Bayern in the summer of 2023. In an interview with Bild, Kane addressed the transfer rumours.

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy

He said: "I haven't had any contact with anyone, nobody has contacted me. I feel very comfortable in the current situation, even though we haven't yet discussed my situation with Bayern."

Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

He continued: "There's no rush. I'm really happy in Munich. You can see that in the way I'm playing. If there's contact, then we'll see. But I'm not thinking about the new season yet.

"First up is the World Cup in the summer. And it's very unlikely that anything will change after this season."

When questioned whether Bayern supporters should be concerned, he replied: "I don't think so." Since his move to Germany, the England skipper has netted a remarkable 109 goals in 114 appearances for his club. He's set to return to London this week as Bayern Munich face Arsenal in the Champions League on Wednesday evening.

Kane boasts an impressive record against the Gunners, with 15 goals and two assists in his 21 competitive encounters with Tottenham's north London rivals. This includes a goal he netted in the 2023/24 Champions League quarter-finals, helping Bayern advance with a 3-2 aggregate victory.

A potential return to the Premier League could see Kane challenge Alan Shearer's longstanding goalscoring record. He is just 48 goals away from matching Shearer's tally of 260 - a record that has remained unbroken for nearly two decades.