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Tottenham winger Manor Solomon is facing an uncertain future in North London.

Solomon spent last season on loan at Leeds United and performed superbly as he helped fire the Whites to the Championship title.

The winger was not fancied by Ange Postecoglou but may have been handed a lifeline at Tottenham following the Australian’s dismissal.

Thomas Frank now has the 26-year-old at his disposal if he wishes to use him, but while the Dane’s transfer stance has become clearer, Solomon could still be headed for the exit door.

Solomon wants Tottenham chance before exit

Solomon has been linked with a return to Leeds, but no move has yet materialised, and there is now an air of uncertainty surrounding the Israel international.

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Leeds Live have reported (24 July) that Solomon has suffered an injury setback, which kept him out of Tottenham’s victory over Reading.

It is also reported that Solomon wants to be given a chance in pre-season before deciding on his future, and that Frank is open to giving him an opportunity.

However, his injury could put this in jeopardy if he is not able to return quickly to join Tottenham’s tour in Asia and make an instant impact, and he may also find that his potential move to Leeds also collapses.

Solomon could lose out on Leeds move

If Solomon waits longer to decide on his future, but is put up for sale anyway, he could find himself in a difficult position, as Leeds may no longer want him back.

Daniel Farke’s side are reportedly pursuing Feyenoord winger Igor Paixao, and he is likely to be Solomon’s replacement on the left wing.

Solomon may now find that injury disrupts his pre-season, meaning he does not get a proper chance to impress Frank, leading to the exit door at Spurs, but without the option of returning to Leeds, in what could be a chaotic end to the window.

The attacker must now consider moving on quickly to secure his future at another club or hope that his injury heals in time for him to perform at his best in pre-season.

This story includes exclusive opinion from football finance expert Dr Daniel Plumley.

Thomas Frank arrived at Tottenham with calm after the Ange Postecoglou whirlwind finally tailed off.

It was not known how Daniel Levy would back the Dane, but judging from recent developments, he is going to spend big.

Mohammed Kudus arrived from West Ham for £55million and is looking like he could be a solid acquisition for the Lilywhites.

While Spurs’ pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White has stalled, the fact that Tottenham attempted to trigger the Nottingham Forest midfielder’s £60m release clause is encouraging.

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Levy to spend big for Frank with Gibbs-White in sight

Levy has been criticised by Tottenham supporters for his lack of spending, but he seems to be changing his approach.

Spurs have already spent north of £100m and do not seem to be done in the transfer window.

Now, football finance expert Dan Plumley – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – has provided insight on their spending.

“I think that would have been part of the stipulation, and of course they’ve had to pay to get Frank as well, haven’t they?” Plumley said when asked if the recent spending is due to the arrival of Frank.

“It’s a big outlay, whichever way you put it, but he wouldn’t have been signing that contract without assurances they were going to invest in the squad, and of course, he’ll have his targets, and that’ll be part of the plan.

“It certainly goes hand in hand with signing a new manager in any club, but certainly again with where Tottenham have been last season, and then obviously now going into the UEFA Champions League, it all goes hand in hand.

“And, it certainly stands to reason that they would have started to be more active in the market once that manager deal was done.

“The question mark now is how active are they prepared to be, and do they get Gibbs-White, do they have to pivot? What’s their kind of budget?

“It seems that they’re willing to spend a significant amount of money to back Frank.”

Tottenham and Levy are not done yet in the transfer window

While Spurs have already carried out substantial business, they have the matter of the Champions League to prepare for.

When all his players are fit, Frank possesses a team brimming full of talent, but he must plan for injuries and other factors.

Tottenham could still land Gibbs-White, and they will have their eyes on more significant signings before the season starts.

Son Heung-min has established himself as a Tottenham legend, but he could leave this summer.

The winger joined Spurs 10 years ago and has since become one of the best attackers in the Premier League, and captained the Lilywhites to Europa League glory.

Son’s performances did decline last season though, and at 33, he is beginning to lose the sheer speed which made him so deadly in his prime.

A move to the USA to play in MLS could now be on the cards for the South Korean, and a mutual stance over his future is becoming clearer.

Thomas Frank to speak to Son imminently

LAFC are keen on signing Son and making him one of their star players, which will bring his time in European football to an end.

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It has been reported that Son could even terminate his contract to facilitate the move, but nothing is yet decided, and he could end up staying at the club.

Fabrizio Romano has now reported that LAFC have made an official proposal to Son, and that he and Spurs will consider it before deciding to accept or reject it.

Son will speak to Thomas Frank as soon as possible in order to clarify his future, and if the new manager is willing to let him leave, Spurs will not stand in his way, and the decision will be up to the player.

Either way, a decision on whether Son will exit the club is now imminent.

Spurs could let Son leave

Son is Tottenham’s highest earner, and he could now fall down the pecking order as Mathys Tel and Mohammed Kudus could start on the wings.

The 33-year-old’s disappointing campaign last season may be the start of a decline, and an exit on a high note following the Europa League final could be the best move.

This could allow Frank to take Spurs in a fresh direction, while also making room on the wage bill for more reinforcements to arrive.

Son could then join LAFC as a key player and potentially earn a pay rise, making this a win-win situation for all parties.

The winger has made 454 appearances for Spurs in a truly legendary spell, and will go down as one of the best players in the club’s Premier League history.

Tottenham have confirmed the loan departure of defender Ashley Phillips, who has rejoined Stoke City.

Phillips spent last season on loan at the bet365 Stadium and stood out as a key player with some impressive displays.

Tottenham now have a surplus of centre-backs, meaning that there was no room for the 20-year-old to make his mark in the first team in the upcoming campaign.

The defender will now receive regular opportunities in the Championship, and Spurs will have the additional benefit of a small financial boost with Phillips departing.

Tottenham to save money on Phillips’ wages

Stoke will cover Phillips’ wages during the season, which will mean Spurs enjoy a saving while he is out on loan.

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The 20-year-old is on a salary of around £20,000 per week (Capology), which works out at around £1.04million per year.

With Phillips on loan until June 30, 2026, Spurs will save the vast majority of these wages, at around £1m, but while this is a small bonus, there is a bigger picture.

Tottenham now have increased depth at centre-back, and this could mean Phillips departs permanently next summer, but if he continues to perform well, this will only increase his value.

Where Phillips ranks among Tottenham’s highest earners

Cutting the wage bill where possible may be on the agenda this summer, to make room for new signings, as well as removing any underperforming players on huge contracts.

Son-Heung min is the club’s highest earner, on around £200k-per-week, and the Spurs captain is in talks over an exit after a disappointing season.

Phillips ranks near the bottom of the wage bill but is ahead of other players in his age group. Yang Hyeok-min, Dane Scarlett, Alfie Devine and Mikey Moore are all on much lower salaries than the 20-year-old.

The defender would clearly be wasted on the bench as a fifth or sixth choice option, and a loan is the best move considering all factors.

The centre-back rejected other offers to return to Stoke after his fine campaign last season, in which he made 39 appearances across all competitions.

Thomas Frank is keen to finalise transfer deals ahead of Tottenham’s pre-season tour in Asia.

Tottenham announced an extra friendly match against Wycombe Wanderers on Saturday (26 July), hours before they travel to Kenilworth Road to face Luton.

The double-header will allow Frank to give at least 22 players plenty of minutes, helping him better pinpoint which areas he would like to strengthen this summer.

The Dane already has his eye on a few targets that he will be hoping to swiftly get over the line, as Tottenham News brings you the latest updates from N17.

Tottenham could make a move for Kobbie Mainoo

Kobbie Mainoo’s reluctance to sign a new deal at Manchester United could open the door for Tottenham to swoop in for the England international.

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The United academy graduate has less than two years left on his current contract and is still settling into Ruben Amorim’s system.

Given that the 20-year-old last upgraded his deal in February 2023, he is currently on relatively low wages, reportedly around £25,000-a-week.

Spurs’ superior financial standing means they are better placed than the Red Devils to offer Mainoo favourable conditions and tempt the talented midfielder to move to North London.

LAFC make offer for Son Heung-min

Los Angeles FC are pushing to sign Son Heung-min this summer and have made an offer to Tottenham for their iconic captain.

The 33-year-old is open to a move after donning the Spurs shirt for a decade and guiding the Lilywhites to their first major European trophy in 41 years.

Tottenham are equally open to the move once they return from the pre-season tour in Asia, with Frank remaining coy over Son’s future in his first press conference last week.

Daniel Levy working to bring Joao Palhinha to Spurs

Daniel Levy is looking to make Joao Palhinha the first player in his thirties to join Tottenham for a transfer since Fernando Llorente in August 2017.

The former Fulham player has not had an easy ride since signing for Bayern Munich last summer, making just nine starts in all competitions for the Bundesliga champions last season.

Spurs have lacked a solid number six, but Frank would first have to sell one of his current midfielders to facilitate a move for Palhinha.

Levy is likely to seek a loan deal with an option to buy, rather than a straight transfer, but will still be deviating from his recent policy of signing younger players with potential to develop in N17.

This article includes exclusive opinion from injury expert Dr Rajpal Brar.

Tottenham are reportedly in pursuit of Real Madrid attacker Rodrgyo in this summer’s transfer window.

Injury expert Dr Rajpal Brar has assessed the Brazil international’s hamstring issues from last season ahead of a potential medical.

The Los Blancos winger missed eight league games last season, but managed to score six goals and provide as many assists.

Spurs may take a closer look at Rodrygo’s hamstring injury

Rodrygo has been linked with a move to Tottenham, but no offer has been made yet by the North London club.

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Discussing the state of play with Rodrygo exclusively with Tottenham News, Dr Brar, a doctor in physical therapy and a sports scientist, shared his verdict.

“The club may take a closer look at his hamstring injuries from last season to see if there’s any recurring pattern or increased wear outside of acceptable risk,” he said.

“He did miss quite a few league games, so that’s not ideal.

“It may take some time for him to adapt to the Premier League as well, given the increased tempo and physicality.”

Tottenham should sign Rodrygo if presented the opportunity

Rodrygo’s potential signing would be a game-changer for Tottenham, injecting world-class quality into their attack.

The 24-year-old Real Madrid star offers versatility across the front line, thriving as a winger or central forward.

His pace, dribbling and clinical finishing, honed in high-stakes La Liga and Champions League matches, would add a different dynamic to their attack.

With Real Madrid open to a big-money move, Rodrygo’s youth and proven pedigree make him a transformative addition for the Lilywhites’ ambitions.

It remains to be seen if Daniel Levy and the owners will be willing to sanction the move and pay what Madrid want.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

Tottenham’s pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White has evolved into the saga of the summer.

Daniel Levy looked set to bring Gibbs-White to Tottenham. However, Nottingham Forest threw a spanner in the works by threatening legal action against the Lilywhites over what they believe to be an illegal approach.

This sent the London club down a new path with the task of convincing Forest to let their star player leave. With under a month before the first Premier League game is played, Tottenham have entered a new phase in this transfer saga.

Gibbs-White joins Forest in Portugal

Gibbs-White was absent when Forest travelled to Portugal for pre-season. It was suggested that personal issues had kept him in England.

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However, as reported by Tom Collomosse via X (24 July), Gibbs-White has now joined his teammates.

The long-drawn-out saga has left Spurs supporters questioning why the Englishman does not attempt to force a move. However, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes it his down to his professionalism, something that appeals to Spurs.

“I think there are some players who do push to make things happen,” Wenham said.

“However, probably one of the reasons why Tottenham like Gibbs-White and like his personality is because he’s not that sort of player.

“They would have got references throughout his career at Wolves as a young kid there, and I know Tottenham liked him even back then. Tottenham were pushing to sign him as a 17 or 18-year-old.

“Tottenham would have done background checks on him and his personality, and he’s not the sort of player that causes problems. He’ll knuckle down, he’ll work hard, and I think he’ll hope that Forest and Tottenham can finalise the deal.”

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Tottenham must look for Gibbs-White alternatives

Tottenham are venturing into a scenario where Gibbs-White remains at Forest next season. As a result, the Lilywhites will need to decide on an alternative.

Spurs have been linked with several interesting midfield prospects throughout the summer. These include Xavi Simons and Eberechi Eze.

However, both these players have suitors elsewhere and could be snapped up before Tottenham make their move. As a result, Spurs need to step up their interest in other players while waiting for a conclusion on the Gibbs-White saga.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

Daniel Levy will be beaming at the new transfer Tottenham have just agreed.

The Tottenham Chairman has had his fair share of wins this summer.

Luka Vuskovic stunned spectators in Spurs’ first friendly against Reading while Mohammed Kudus looked sharp.

But it has not been all smooth sailing with the Lilywhites missing out on several signings. As a result, Levy will take all the wins that he can get, as a positive new transfer is announced.

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Ashley Phillips returns to Stoke City on loan

Tottenham have announced that Ashley Phillips has rejoined Championship side Stoke City on loan for the 2025/26 season.

The defender became a fan favourite at the bet365 Stadium last season, making 39 appearances in all competitions and scoring once.

Spurs will be hoping this furthers the defender’s development, and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes it is excellent business.

“Injuries aside, Phillips could play 45 or 50 games this year,” Wenham said.

“For me, that adds up to another £5million onto his value. I think Tottenham are still in control of the situation. In the future, he’ll count as a homegrown and club-trained player as well. So I just think this is a really good move to continue his development.

“At the end of the season, he could have more than 100 Championship appearances under his belt as a 20-year-old centre-back, which is phenomenal experience. So I think it’s an outstanding move.”

Phillips could be sold after his loan

Tottenham are stacked in the defensive department. Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven are guaranteed starters, while Kevin Danso and Ben Davies are good rotational options.

Meanwhile, Vuskovic has shown that he could become a key player for Spurs. With Kota Takai also arriving at Hotspur Way this summer, it is difficult to see where Phillips fits.

As a result, Levy could cash in on the Englishman after the completion of his loan at Stoke.

Yves Bissouma is approaching his exit at Tottenham after three years in North London.

Bissouma has struggled for consistency since joining Tottenham from Brighton, and has less than 12 months remaining on his current deal.

Thomas Frank got a glimpse of the 28-year-old in action against Reading (19 July), during which the Mali international produced a typically mixed performance, displaying some excellent touches intertwined with sloppy moments.

The Mali international has attracted interest from clubs like Fenerbache and Juventus this summer, and could see his Spurs exit fast-tracked following recent developments.

Spurs expected to agree deal for Joao Palhinha

Tottenham have been exploring a deal for Joao Palhinha this summer as Thomas Frank looks to solve Spurs’ woeful defensive record in recent seasons.

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The Lilywhites have lacked a specialist holding midfielder, with both Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur struggling to operate in that role.

As reported by The Telegraph (24 July), “sources in Europe” believe that Spurs have a good chance of reaching an agreement for Palhinha.

However, any deal for the Portugal international would be dependent on Tottenham selling one of their five current central midfielders first.

Frank has over thirty senior players in his squad, and with a deal still expected to go through for Morgan Gibbs-White, the Dane will have a decision to make ahead of the proposed transfer.

The 51-year-old publicly praised Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, and Bentancur in his first week at Hotspur Way and is expected to work with Pape Matar Sarr, who made the most appearances for Tottenham last season (55).

This leaves Bissouma, whose departure is now effectively sealed as the North Londoners look to facilitate Palhinha’s move.

Spurs need to reboot their activity in the transfer market

Spurs looked like they were on course to turn their approach to transfers around during a 24-hour period in which they signed Mohammed Kudus and triggered Gibbs-White’s release clause.

However, the latter has yet to go through, and two weeks on, Tottenham have seemingly stagnated in the market again.

Frank is still short of a holding midfielder, which Palhinha would help solve, while there is still a feeling that another striker and a fullback could be brought in this summer.

The Lilywhites will hope that the move for the Nottingham Forest midfielder was not a red herring, and that the club can reboot their summer plans sooner rather than later to give the Dane the best chance of succeeding in the upcoming season.

Tottenham are keen on a move for Bayern Munich outcast Joao Palhinha.

Palhinha only joined Bayern from Fulham a year ago but has struggled for game time with the German champions, and could be ready to return to England.

Tottenham need to reinforce their midfield options, and Palhinha’s experience could be an ideal fit among an otherwise young squad.

The former Fulham star is now being targeted by Thomas Frank, in a move that would go against Daniel Levy’s recent transfer policy.

Palhinha to become rare senior signing at Tottenham

Tottenham’s interest in Palhinha is likely to mean Yves Bissouma departs, but even so, the midfielder is older than the other players Levy has targeted in recent years.

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Younger talents such as Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall have been signed, and even the more experienced players, such as Dominic Solanke and Mohammed Kudus, have all arrived before their prime years.

At 30, Palhinha would be one of the oldest players to arrive at Spurs in the last decade, and this shows a shift in Levy’s transfer planning.

The Telegraph (July 24) has now reported that Palhinha would be the first player over 30 to join Spurs for a transfer fee, since Fernando Llorente arrived from Swansea in 2017, eight years ago.

This is a surprising but welcome change for Spurs, and there will be plenty of upsides to the deal.

Palhinha is an instant impact signing for Tottenham

Tottenham’s policy over the years has seen them trade success for potential, as younger players with resale value have been signed under Levy to eventually be sold for profit.

Palhinha goes against this, as it is unlikely that Spurs will profit on an ageing player, regardless of how he performs.

The midfielder is being targeted as a proven player who can make an instant impact, while also helping the younger players in the squad, and will be a refreshing addition in this sense.

Frank was reportedly keen on Christian Norgaard, but Palhinha would arguably bring more quality as a top-level midfielder ready to instantly start.