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Tottenham could be about to get a huge boost in regards to Radu Dragusin’s long-term injury.

The Romanian has been sidelined since January with an ACL injury, and the exact length of his absence was still publicly unknown ahead of the opening day of the new campaign.

Dragusin’s future at Spurs was called into question over the summer, but with the transfer deadline having now passed, he remains a firm part of the squad in N17.

Thomas Frank is already having to deal with plenty of injuries just months into his reign, but he could be about to receive a boost over the defender’s fitness.

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

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Luka Vuskovic exit hints at imminent Radu Dragusin return

Luka Vuskovic’s emergence was a major highlight of Tottenham’s summer, as the youngster turned in some hugely promising displays in pre-season.

There had been plenty of speculation that the Croatian could be in line for a regular spot in the Lilywhites’ matchday squads this term, after spending the last two years out on loan.

However, the 18-year-old has ultimately been handed another opportunity to impress elsewhere, having joined Hamburg on loan until the end of the season.

Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that the decision not to involve Vuskovic this season could hint at an imminent return for Dragusin.

“I just wonder if maybe Dragusin is further in his development than maybe we thought,” Wenham said.

“Maybe that’s why they’ve loaned Vuskovic out. It might be because Dragusin is making rapid progress and should be available soon.”

Tottenham cannot rush Radu Dragusin return

Dragusin has been out of action at Tottenham for months, and as a result, it is hugely important that they do not rush him back in the final stages of his recovery.

ACL injuries are always a major concern in football, and it can be very easy for players to suffer a recurrence of the same injury if they take on too much too soon in their road to recovery.

With that in mind, Frank must ensure that he uses the Romanian sparingly when he first becomes available for selection again, or he risks damaging his career even further.

As far as Vuskovic is concerned, it is imperative that the decision to send him back out on loan was taken with his best interests in mind, rather than in relation to Dragusin’s predicament.

He is a hugely promising young talent, but he will only reach his potential if Tottenham continue to nurture him carefully.

Supercomputer predicts where Tottenham finish as Thomas Frank completes transfer business

Tottenham suffered their first setback of Thomas Frank’s reign last weekend as they were beaten 1-0 by Bournemouth.

Evanilson’s early goal was the difference in North London as the travelling Cherries ended their hosts’ unbeaten start to the new Premier League campaign.

Tottenham added Randal Kolo Muani to their squad on transfer deadline day, with the forward arriving on loan from PSG to complete the squad in N17.

The Lilywhites had shown plenty of promising signs in their opening two league outings, and they will be hoping that they can achieve significant progress from their lowly standing at the end of last term.

Tottenham predicted to finish 10th in Premier League

Frank has made a bright start to his Tottenham reign, as his team looked energetic without the ball and clinical in front of goal in their victories over Burnley and Manchester City.

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The former Brentford boss has a strong reputation around the league for being an impressive and shrewd tactician, and that has been clear to see from the majority of Spurs’ early displays under his guidance.

Kolo Muani and Xavi Simons have both joined the ranks in the final stages of the transfer window to provide more firepower in the final third, and that could be crucial for the North Londoners moving forward.

They will be hoping to kick-start their season once again after the international break, but Opta’s supercomputer does not predict them to have a good season.

Opta have had their say on the final outcome of the 2025/26 Premier League table, and it isn’t looking good for Spurs, as they are expected to finish tenth, and a huge 21 points behind their rivals Arsenal.

Thomas Frank could lose his job if Spurs don’t finish in Europe

Daniel Levy has lofty ambitions for Spurs as they move into the Frank era, but he will be desperate to see quick signs of improvement under the new boss.

The 63-year-old took plenty of time to decide on Ange Postecoglou’s fate at the end of last season, which suggests that it was only a marginal decision to dismiss him.

With that in mind, he will be keeping a keen eye on Frank to ensure that he can deliver the sizeable upturn that he is expecting from this campaign.

The club chief will certainly be eyeing qualification for European football in the league, and if the manager can’t deliver that, then it would be no surprise to see his position come under threat.

That may be viewed as a harsh stance to take from some quarters, but Spurs simply must be ruthless if they are to close the gap to the top of the table in the future.

The Sun journalist apologises for what he said about Tottenham manager Thomas Frank

Thomas Frank suffered his first defeat as Tottenham manager when his side were beaten 1-0 at home by Bournemouth last weekend.

The Lilywhites have enjoyed a bright start to the Premier League campaign under their new boss, but they were dealt a harsh reminder of the progress that still needs to be made following their first loss of the season.

Frank will have been frustrated with Spurs’ performance on home turf, as an early goal from Evanilson proved to be the difference between the two teams.

The former Brentford boss has received plenty of praise in recent weeks for the way that his team have started the season, but there has been a very different feeling after this weekend.

Journalist makes Tottenham-centred apology

Frank and Spurs were heavily praised following their impressive victory over Manchester City in the second week of the season, but there were frustrating signs during their recent reverse against the Cherries.

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Andoni Iraola’s side completely dominated their hosts at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, creating three big chances and firing 20 shots at the Tottenham goal.

The Lilywhites were arguably lucky to come away having only lost the game 1-0, such were their struggles against the South Coast outfit.

Their performance in their most recent outing has prompted an apology from The Sun journalist Dave Kidd, but not one with a positive sentiment for the North Londoners.

“Apologies for any suggestion in last week’s column that Spurs, under Frank, might actually be any good,” he wrote in Tuesday’s print edition of The Sun (pg. 45).

“After they were thoroughly outplayed by Bournemouth at home, we can confirm beyond all doubt that they are, and will always be, the same Tottenham they have always been.”

International break is well-timed for Thomas Frank

Frank’s start at Tottenham has still been extremely positive so far, but the international break has arguably come at a perfect moment for the new chief.

The Dane has suffered the first setback of his reign, and this two-week interval will allow him and the players the chance to step away from the rigours of the Premier League and take stock of where they are as a unit.

The Lilywhites showed in their victory over City that they have much more energy and aggression about them this season, but are also capable of staying tight at the back, unlike Ange Postecoglou’s painfully one-dimensional side last term.

If Spurs can recreate that performance on a fairly regular basis, then they will undoubtedly be on course for a season of significant progress on the pitch.

That is obviously easier said than done, but with two new additions now ready to be integrated into the group, Frank’s men should certainly not be written off just yet.

Tottenham had a busy transfer deadline day with both incomings and outgoings before the close of the summer window.

Randal Kolo Muani completed his season-long loan move from PSG to take the Lilywhites’ final tally of summer additions to an impressive eight.

At the same time, Spurs agreed deals for Manor Solomon and Bryan Gil to head for the exit, with the pair both sealing last-minute moves to La Liga.

It has been a hectic few weeks in the market for Thomas Frank and Co., but attention will now already be turning towards their plans for the January window.

Tottenham well placed to sign Nathan Collins

Tottenham were linked with a move for Nathan Collins earlier in the summer, with Frank seemingly keen to head back to Brentford to snatch one of his key players from his time there.

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The Ireland centre back has gone from strength to strength since his move to the West Londoners back in 2023, and has understandably attracted interest from some of the Premier League’s top clubs recently.

Brentford managed to keep hold of their club captain on this occasion, but that may not be the case by the time January comes around.

Tottenham are understood to be the “most serious candidates” in the race to land Collins in January, according to CaughtOffside.

Frank is keen to secure a reunion with the defender at his new club, and the N17 outfit are showing a “determination” to make progress towards securing his signature this winter.

Manchester United and Liverpool are also showing an interest in the 24-year-old, who is under contract at the Gtech Community Stadium until 2029.

Thomas Frank once called Nathan Collins ‘perfect’

Frank’s admiration of Collins is nothing new to Spurs, given that they targeted him for large parts of the summer window.

The Dane has seemingly been keen to try and tempt members of his old Brentford side across London with him, with moves for both Bryan Mbeumo and Christian Norgaard mooted earlier in the window.

He signed Collins from Wolves in 2023, and then trusted him to play every single minute in the Premier League last term.

Frank branded the defender a “perfect Brentford player” (as per BBC Sport) for the way that he bought into the culture of his team, and as a result, it is hardly surprising that he is now chasing his signature once more.

The transfer window may have only just finished, but Spurs’ long-term plans appear to be just getting started.

Richarlison has had a promising start to the season at Tottenham in recent weeks.

The Brazilian has been trusted to lead the line for the Lilywhites in their opening few games, with Dominic Solanke still sidelined with an injury.

Richarlison has been one of Spurs’ most impressive performers so far this term, and has certainly done enough to suggest that he is deserving of a second chance in N17.

The striker has looked to be back to his best since Thomas Frank came into the building, but that could be about to change after deadline day.

Richarlison to feel aggrieved by Kolo Muani arrival at Tottenham

Frank’s influence at Spurs has unlocked Richarlison once again, and he has reminded everyone of his quality with his recent displays.

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The former Everton star netted a brace in the opening day win over Burnley, which included a stunning scissor kick, and he followed that up with a typically industrious and tireless showing in the victory at Manchester City.

His early-season form should be enough to keep him ahead of Solanke in the pecking order when he returns to the fold, but he will not have been pleased by Spurs’ move to sign Randal Kolo Muani on deadline day.

The Frenchman has arrived on loan from PSG and is primarily a striker, although he can also operate on the left wing if needed.

From Richarlison’s perspective, it will be frustrating to see another player arrive to provide competition in his position, when he has looked like making the spot his own so far in 2025/26.

It could drive the frontman on to even greater heights, but on the other hand, it could quickly see him grow frustrated and unsettled in the coming weeks.

Kolo Muani will surely displace Richarlison

Richarlison’s form for Tottenham is certainly encouraging, but the proof will be in whether he can sustain it over a prolonged period, something which he hasn’t been able to manage during his time in North London so far.

With that in mind, it seems highly likely that Kolo Muani will ultimately displace him in the starting XI, given the quality that Spurs now have in the final third.

Brennan Johnson was their top scorer in all competitions last term, so it is highly unlikely that Frank will drop him from the side to make way for his new arrival on the left.

Equally, you don’t sign a player of that quality to leave him on the bench, so providing the new boss plans to stick to the 4-2-3-1 setup that we have seen so far, he will surely get the start at the top of the pitch.

Richarlison may well feel aggrieved by that, but Frank and his staff will rightly see competition for places as a crucial factor to drive high standards throughout the squad.

Xavi Simons’ arrival at Tottenham was undoubtedly one of the highlights of their summer transfer business.

Thomas Frank’s side finished the window with eight new additions within their ranks, with the Dutchman their second-most expensive capture of the summer.

Simons joined Tottenham for a fee of around £51.8million, a figure which ranks him among the club’s biggest ever transfer buys.

The 22-year-old received a rousing reception from his new fans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ahead of Saturday’s defeat to Bournemouth, and he already finds himself at the centre of a surprising situation.

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

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Tottenham hailed for seven-year Xavi Simons contract

Simons is an important acquisition for Tottenham, who have been needing to find quality cover for James Maddison after he had surgery on his ACL recently.

The former Barcelona academy graduate has starred for RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga over the last two seasons and is undoubtedly ready to make the step up to Premier League level.

Attacking additions were the key priority for the North Londoners in the final stages of the window, and Simons’ arrival is certainly a promising move for them.

Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that he will be a big signing for Spurs, and has also praised the contract agreement as part of the deal.

“Simons is just an amazing signing because he has the right blend of being that perfect age of just 22, but with so much experience behind him already,” Wenham said.

“I think he’s got 137 senior appearances for the likes of PSV, Leipzig, PSG, obviously came through it at Barcelona, the La Masia academy. He’s made 15 Champions League appearances and has 28 caps for Holland.

‘”You’re getting a player who’s experienced with still youth on side. His best years are still to come. The reports are that Spurs signed a contract that could run until 2032, which is just crazy. So Tottenham are really securing his best years.”

Xavi Simons is an excellent replacement for James Maddison

Securing a strong replacement for Maddison became an immediate priority for Tottenham in the latter stages of the window, and they certainly appear to have managed that with the signing of Simons.

The youngster notched a hugely impressive 17 goal involvements from just 25 games in the Bundesliga last term, and if he can replicate that kind of form in N17, then the Lilywhites will forget all about Maddison.

The England star was a big influence on the team, but his poor injury record has been a concern for some time now, and Spurs may have finally found his long-term replacement.

What Tottenham fans can expect on transfer deadline day – ins, outs and done deals

Tottenham could see a couple of surprise moves in the market before the window closes.

Tottenham continued their Premier League campaign with a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Bournemouth at home on Saturday afternoon.

Xavi Simons’ presentation in front of the Tottenham fans softened the blow, but Daniel Levy will be anticipating movement in the market ahead of the 7 pm BST deadline on Monday.

With that in mind, Tottenham News has compiled a list of what Spurs supporters can expect on deadline day, with strong changes set to take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Done deals

Tottenham signing Mohammed Kudus from West Ham for £55million is in contention for one of the best bits of business of the transfer window.

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Simons’ arrival has helped to soften the blow of Spurs losing Eberechi Eze to Arsenal, while Bayern Munich loanee Joao Palhinha is already forming a formidable partnership with Rodrygo Bentancur.

Luka Vuskovic arrived from Hajduk Split after a two-year wait and began showing world-class signs during pre-season. But Tottenham loaned Vuskovic out to Hamburg to gain a little more experience.

Spurs made Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel permanent signings earlier in the summer, although they have struggled for gametime under Thomas Frank.

Kota Takai is still recovering from injuries, but Tottenham fans can breathe a sigh of relief that most of their new signings look to be sound investments.

Ins – Manuel Akanji and Ademola Lookman

Tottenham are leading the race to sign Manuel Akanji from Manchester City as they look to add another centre-back to their roster.

AC Milan are also in the race to sign the defender, but Akanji has struggled to agree on personal terms with the Italian giants.

Ademola Lookman is a wildcard Levy could play before deadline day. The Lilywhites are looking for another attacker with Dominic Solanke sidelined for Frank due to an ankle injury.

However, several clubs, including Bayern Munich, are interested in the forward. Atalanta have been widely reported to want a permanent or loan move with a guaranteed option to buy.

Meanwhile, a move for Monaco winger Maghnes Akilouche cannot be ruled out. The young star received his first senior call-up by Didier Deschamps earlier this month and is set to reach new heights in the coming years.

As such, Tottenham are set to sign a centre-back and attacker before the market closes for another few months.

Outs – Yves Bissouma and Dane Scarlett

Yves Bissouma has been linked with a Tottenham exit since the summer began.

Injuries, discipline and poor form have kept him from reaching his full potential since signing from Brighton in 2022.

Bissouma was close to leaving Spurs for Galatasaray, but the deal has since fallen through. However, with the arrival of Simons, this is one to keep an eye on before the end of the summer.

Dane Scarlett is likely to leave Tottenham on loan between now and the end of the season. This comes after Spurs organised a loan at Oxford United last season for Scarlett, which was mediocre.

With Tottenham sending Mikey Moore on loan to Rangers and Yang Min-Hyeok on loan at Portsmouth, Scarlett would be one of the last youngsters to leave Hotspur Way.

Manor Solomon has also been linked with an exit and could return to Leeds United on a permanent move before the deadline.

Tottenham could see more outgoings than incomings during the final hours of the transfer window.

Daniel Levy’s transfer window has been met with mixed reactions from fans. Mohammed Kudus’ arrival at Tottenham and the acquisition of Joao Palhinha on loan have so far been a success.

Meanwhile, Tottenham’s signing of Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig has been labelled as their biggest transfer in years. But it has not all been sunshine and rainbows for the Spurs chairman.

Morgan Gibbs-White’s extension at Nottingham Forest cut deep in the hearts of fans, while Eberechi Eze to Arsenal almost finished them off, and Levy.

But the ever-constant Tottenham figure could win back a couple of brownie points if he facilitates another exit before 1 September.

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

Yves Bissouma tipped to ‘resurrect’ Galatasaray move

Yves Bissouma has been linked with an exit from Tottenham since the transfer window first opened.

The defensive midfielder has struggled with fitness and discipline since he arrived from Brighton in 2022. After a series of closed doors, Bissouma was inches away from signing for Galatasaray this summer.

But in its final moments, the move fell through, and the out-of-favour midfielder was back at square one. However, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes not all hope is lost regarding a potential move to the Turkish club.

“I thought Galatasaray was the perfect move for him,” Wenham said.

“He’d be at a big club playing Champions League. There’s money there. Maybe it’ll be resurrected, and maybe it’s more of a trying to lock the price move.

“So I still think that’d be a good move for him. But if not, he does need to secure a move somewhere because I just don’t see him getting any football.”

What are the most likely scenarios for Yves Bissouma at Tottenham?

The most favourable outcome for all involved is that Bissouma leaves the Lilywhites this summer, whether this is at Galatasaray or another club.

Bissouma could be reintegrated into Thomas Frank’s team and see gametime between now and the end of the season.

However, the likeliest option at the moment is that he leaves on a free transfer at the end of the season. Limited gametime would likely coincide with this.

Either way, if Tottenham do collect a fee for Bissouma, it will most likely be less than the £30million they paid for him.

As a result, despite his importance to their Europa League final win, Bissouma’s time at Tottenham was at the very least underwhelming, and at the very most a resounding failure.

Thomas Frank experienced his first Premier League defeat of the season against Bournemouth.

Tottenham unveiled new signing Xavi Simons at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium only to taste defeat for the first time this season.

Bournemouth ended Spurs’ unbeaten run with a 1-0 victory, completely dominating the Lilywhites on their home turf.

Frank would have had a strong word with all his players at full-time, but perhaps a couple more so than others.

Thomas Frank will be furious with Pape Matar Sarr

Pape Matar Sarr seemed a player reborn under Frank, but was ineffective for Tottenham against the Cherries.

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The midfielder made zero key passes against Bournemouth, created zero chances and had not one shot the entire 76 minutes he was on the pitch.

His defensive stats were stronger. Sarr made one block, three clearances, two headed clearances and two recoveries. He also won three of his ground duels and two aerial duels.

However, here’s where things get interesting. Sarr was fouled the most in the match and was taken out three times. But he also made five passes into the final third, which was the second highest among the Tottenham players.

Meanwhile, Sarr was the heart of Spurs’ midfield against Manchester City both offensively and defensively. With the attacking threat he possesses, it is clear that Bournemouth’s high press was aimed at isolating Sarr in the midfield, limiting his ability to propel Tottenham forward.

While Frank will no doubt be disappointed in his performance, it serves as a wake-up call on how best to protect his best players against high-pressing teams.

What went wrong for Thomas Frank?

Tottenham were pinned back in their own half for the majority of the game. It was complete and utter domination from the Cherries’ point of view – but why?

Like Spurs did against Man City, Bournemouth were able to minimise Spurs’ attacking threat through their man-to-man press. The Cherries would exploit the spaces left on the pitch whenever a Spurs player stepped out of formation to regain possession.

This allowed them to move the ball effortlessly around the pitch and create several goal-scoring opportunities.

While this was not the be-all and end-all for Frank, it was a reminder that this is a team that still needs a lot of work.

There is no doubt a lot of positives from Spurs’ last three confrontations. But sometimes it’s the games that are lost where the most is learnt. It’s up to Frank to put that into practice.

Daniel Levy should apply a degree of scepticism when navigating the remaining summer window.

Levy will no doubt be counting down the hours before he can give himself a pat on the back.

While it started as a bumpy summer for Spurs, there have been some impressive acquisitions. Tottenham completed the signing of Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig ahead of their defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday.

Spurs also signed Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, and the Ghanaian has enjoyed an impressive start to his career in North London, while Joao Palhinha arrived on loan from Bayern Munich.

Now, after winning back some Tottenham supporters, Levy will want to end the summer on a high, but he’ll need to avoid any mishaps to do so.

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Tottenham are interested in Joe Gomez

Tottenham are keen to sign a centre-back before the window ends after Vuskovic completed his loan to Hamburg.

According to Sky Sports on Saturday, 30 August, Joe Gomez is one of the names Spurs is considering.

However, they could face competition for his services with AC Milan, who are in advanced negotiations for the Liverpool defender. It is understood that the 28-year-old is hoping for regular football elsewhere.

Joe Gomez’s injury record should concern Tottenham

Injuries have not been kind to Gomez over the years and have prevented him from fully establishing himself as a starter for Liverpool.

It has been one thing after another for the defender over the years. During the 2015/16 season, he suffered an ACL injury, which saw him sidelined for 97 games – this was the start of a very long list of fitness problems.

The 2016/17 season saw him sidelined with an Achilles tendon problem for 46 matches. While his next big injury came during the 2018/19 season, when he underwent ankle surgery, which kept him away from the pitch for 25 games.

In 2020/21, he missed 51 matches because of patellar tendon problems and has already missed one game for the Reds this season due to further Achilles tendon complications.

As such, Gomez does not make sense in this regard. Thomas Frank will need to worry about him and Cristian Romero as well as Micky van de Ven who are both injury prone.

Therefore, Tottenham should refrain from advancing their interest in Gomez, who was once dubbed ‘sensational’ by Jurgen Klopp.