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Johan Lange is in hot water after an underwhelming start to Tottenham’s transfer window.

Tottenham have been focused on bringing in Thomas Frank, and are yet to make any signings.

Frank’s appointment may have saved his compatriot Lange, who survived the recent cull of senior figures at Tottenham, which included the widely reported departure of Scott Munn, although this is yet to be made official.

Lange and Frank previously worked together at Danish side Lyngby and are now expected to work closely with one another in North London.

Daniel Levy will hope that keeping Lange will prove to be the right decision after recent developments have somewhat tarnished the Spurs chief’s reputation.

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City agree deal to sign Sverre Nypan from Rosenberg

A byproduct of Spurs’ managerial change is that the North Londoners are yet to bring in a new face to Hotspur Way, while fellow Premier League rivals have already concluded multiple deals.

Manchester City have already made four permanent transfers, and according to Fabrizio Romano (12 June), are set to announce a fifth in 18-year-old Sverre Nypan from Rosenberg for over £12million.

The teenager has already featured 70 times for his current club and is the latest hot prospect to emerge from Norway in recent years.

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes Tottenham should have tried to sign the central midfielder, and is baffled by how he wasn’t scouted by Lange.

“Tottenham have players they need to move on, such as Richarlison,” King said.

“In terms of incomings, why they’re moving for someone like Mathys Tel, I have no idea. They would have been better off going for Nypan, who is signing for Manchester City.

“For a Scandinavian, he seems to miss a few players from that part of the world, Lange.”

Lange will be in the spotlight this summer

Much has been made of Spurs’ recruitment strategy since Lange’s appointment from Aston Villa, with a lot of criticism being levied at the board for failing to sign top targets.

Tottenham look intent on rectifying their mistakes by signing Bryan Mbeumo, but Lange will also be expected to continue finding young prospects throughout Europe to bring to North London.

Daniel Levy was one of the key figures to bring Thomas Frank to Tottenham as he replaced Ange Postecoglou.

After spending the better part of the last decade at Brentford, Frank decided that it was the right time to take the step up in his career.

Justin Cochrane also joined Spurs’ coaching staff and will be in the dugout for next season.

Levy appears to have negotiated the compensation down for Frank

Before Frank joined Tottenham, a lot of the talk was involving the compensation and whether or not it would be paid.

The Lilywhites ended up paying for it as it was the only way to bring the Dane to North London.

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However, there appear to be discrepancies in how much it actually cost.

According to The Athletic (14 June), Brentford sources claim that £10million is what it took to hire Frank while those at Spurs are of the view that they paid nearly half of that, with it being close to £5million.

This undoubtedly will be thanks to Levy’s negotiating power in order to get the best possible deal for the club and the owners.

Tottenham fans might be impressed but Levy still has a lot more to do

Levy’s shrewd negotiation in securing Frank as manager for a reported £5million – half the £10million Brentford claimed – has likely won over a few skeptical Spurs fans, showcasing his financial acumen.

After replacing Postecoglou, whose 46.53 per cent win rate and Europa League title set a high bar, Frank’s appointment signals ambition.

Levy’s ability to navigate compensation disputes reinforces his reputation for driving hard bargains, a trait that resonates with fans craving sustainable success.

To cement his popularity, Levy must now back Frank in the transfer market, providing funds to strengthen the squad and ensure Tottenham become consistent top-four contenders in the Premier League.

With strategic signings and sustained support, Levy could redefine his legacy, earning lasting admiration as the architect of a revitalised, trophy-laden Spurs era.

Tottenham ‘to agree marquee Mbeumo transfer’ as new Frank talks emerge

Tottenham could be on the verge of hijacking Manchester United’s move for Bryan Mbeumo.

Thomas Frank is keen on making his former Brentford star his first addition in North London after replacing Ange Postecoglou.

The Cameroon international looked set to move to Spurs’ Europa League final opponents but recent developments may swing the tide.

Tottenham talks held amid Mbeumo hijack

Tottenham have offered £65million plus another £5m in add-ons in an attempt to pip the Red Devils to a deal, with wages likely to hit £140,000-a-week.

TV commentator Ian Darke believes that new boss Frank could play a key role and may have demanded the Bees forward in his initial interview for the vacancy.

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He thinks that a move for Mbeumo would be a brilliant one for Spurs and is not worried about the step up to Champions League football.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, he said: “You are talking about a guy who is playing out wide for a mid-table side and scored 20 Premier League goals last season.

“I think he is a top player, and I think he would have been an amazing signing for Manchester United. The word I heard is that he wanted to go to Manchester United.

“It is understandable that Frank wants to go in with a big marquee deal, that might have all been part of the talks with him.

“I’ll come but you know, we have got to go and try and get Mbeumo, I need some weapons to fire here and this is our start point.

“I don’t think there are too many that you would want above him; he is playing in a top league for a not-so fashionable club and firing in goals, season after season.”

Frank could tip Mbeumo in Tottenham’s favour

Given that the two already have a connection, Frank’s involvement in any deal could turn it in Spurs’ favour after Ruben Amorim‘s side have already done most of the legwork.

Mbeumo played the best football of his career under the former Bees boss last season, notching 20 goals and eight assists in the top flight and would thrive again working under Justin Cochrane who has also joined Spurs.

The potential of a reunion with his former manager, as well as the chance to play in Europe’s elite competition, may sway the Cameroonian towards staying in London.

Ange Postecoglou has been backed heavily in public by his former Tottenham players already.

There has been plenty of uncertainty at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium since their Europa League triumph, but Daniel Levy finally decided to dismiss the Australian, with Thomas Frank already appointed as his successor.

Postecoglou could be in line for an immediate return to the Premier League, with the 59-year-old now being heavily linked to take the reins at both Brentford and Leeds.

Harry Redknapp has not been impressed with what he has seen from those at Hotspur Way, though.

Redknapp hits out at Tottenham squad

Postecoglou was a fairly divisive figure during his time in North London, and his sacking has caused plenty of controversy surrounding Tottenham.

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However, numerous members of the squad at the N17 outfit have come out and made their support for Postecoglou public.

Cristian Romero even delivered a thank-you message to Postecoglou, less than an hour after Spurs announced Frank’s arrival.

While the players have made their feelings on Levy’s decision perfectly clear, Redknapp has urged that people should not allow themselves to be swayed by their sentiments.

“That’s what footballers do,” he said via WeAreTottenhamTV, about the players’ reaction.

“They say they loved the previous guy, but why didn’t you try a bit harder, and you might not have finished fourth from bottom.

“It’s the same old message – the king is dead, long live the king. That’s football.

“You mustn’t take any notice of what they say.”

Tottenham’s player must take some responsibility for their poor season

As much as it is perfectly natural that the manager shoulders the blame when a team endures a season as poor as Tottenham did last term, it cannot be overlooked that the players should also take some responsibility for their dire domestic showing.

Spurs finished with their lowest points total since the 1976/77 campaign and, had competition at the foot of the table been a little stronger, they could easily have been drawn into a genuine relegation battle.

Postecoglou undoubtedly made himself a target for the majority of the criticism through his somewhat brash personality, but he also deflected the blame away from his players on numerous occasions.

However, as Redknapp eluded to, it’s fair to suggest that the players could have given plenty more to the cause at times.

Daniel Levy must be ready to show Thomas Frank all the necessary financial support to improve his Tottenham side this summer.

The decision to sack Ange Postecoglou faced plenty of backlash from supporters, with many arguing that there was not much more he could have done.

Nevertheless, Levy has turned to Frank to take Tottenham forward in the Premier League and Champions League, taking the step up from Brentford.

With that in mind, getting recruitment right this summer will be essential for setting the tone for the new campaign.

Frank the new Tottenham manager

Frank has done impressive work with Brentford over his seven-year tenure in West London, earning the step up to Tottenham.

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Although there is no denying that he is a talented manager, concerns have been raised over his lack of experience at the top end of the Premier League.

Given Postecoglou was sacked despite winning the Europa League trophy with Spurs, some felt as though a successor would come in the form of a bigger name.

It is a somewhat risky strategy from Levy, with the likes of Graham Potter showing a struggle to step up to the top end of the Premier League already.

With Champions League football to contend with next term, the pressure is certainly on for the north London outfit to have a more successful season.

Although Levy has been reluctant to provide too much financial backing over his tenure so far, the time will surely be now to put the money in, and he is expected to show what he is made of this summer.

However, transfers must be measured too, as The Athletic (14 June) highlighted Frank’s previous comments about Potter’s regime at Chelsea.

He had said: “It was difficult for [Potter] to turn down, and of course, he believed in himself.

“He was aware he was going into a big club, and it could potentially be difficult, but I don’t think he predicted the amount of injuries they had or the amount of players they bought.”

Frank to be measured in Tottenham business

There is certainly work to be done at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer.

Over the campaign under Postecoglou, there were gigantic injury issues, as well as players who just didn’t perform to the expected levels.

With that in mind, the Danish manager will need improved squad depth to provide necessary cover for the times when injuries do hit the side, especially with an increased number of games to juggle.

In addition, general improvements to the side, in the shape of those like Bryan Mbeumo will also allow for his own style to make its way into the side.

However, while Levy may be ready to show an increased amount of financial support, Frank’s analysis of Potter’s Chelsea tenure does make it clear that business needs to be measured this summer.

Tottenham are never going to go crazy in the way that Chelsea do, but it certainly seems as though the new manager in north London will be looking for quality over quantity.

Frank’s comments have shown what Levy must give him to avoid yet another sacking.

Thomas Frank already faces a huge Archie Gray decision at Tottenham.

Gray has become a fan favourite since he joined Tottenham from Leeds United last summer.

The versatile midfielder showed potential under Ange Postecoglou and was rewarded with 19 starts in the Premier League this season.

However, Gray could become a problem for Frank before the Dane has even settled in at Hotspur Way.

Gray shines at right-back for England Under-21s

Gray started for England as the Young Lions kicked off the defence of their UEFA Under-21s European Championship title with a 3-1 victory against Czechia on Thursday (12 June).

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The youngster was deployed at right-back in Lee Carsley’s 4-3-3 formation and completed the full 90 at the DAC Arena in Dunajska Streda.

Gray put in quite a shift, winning 100 per cent of his aerial duels, and completing 97 per cent of his passes [Sofascore].

Furthermore, the 19-year-old won four out of six ground duels, made three tackles, two interceptions and one clearance. In addition, Gray was dribbled past zero times and did not commit a single foul.

However, he did lose possession of the ball five times and was offside once.

His performance for the England Under-21s now means Frank faces his first major headache in deciding if Gray should play as a full-back or in his natural midfield position.

It has been suggested that the Dane made up his mind long before he stepped foot into the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

As reported in The Athletic (13 June), Frank was desperate to sign Gray at Brentford, with the Bees considering him a sensational defensive midfield talent.

The West London club were in negotiations for the youngster, but were beaten to the punch by Tottenham.

Gray could have a big part to play next season at Tottenham

The fact that Frank has more or less given Gray his sign of approval is a huge boost for the England youth international going forward.

Tottenham fans could see him pick up more gametime both in the Premier League and in Europe. Therefore, there is every chance that Gray taps into his true potential under Frank.

However, the new Spurs boss must first decide what Gray’s best position is.

Tottenham are ready to beat Manchester United to Bryan Mbeumo’s signature.

Thomas Frank is pushing to sign his former Brentford star as he looks to make an instant impact after replacing Ange Postecoglou in the dugout.

Frank has already brought several of his coaching staff to North London and looks set to raid his former club for new signings.

Tottenham set for Mbeumo hijack after wage reveal

The heat surrounding a potential Mbeumo move for Frank has risen in the last few days, and speculation continues to thrive.

The Daily Mirror has reported in its print edition (14 June, back pg/66) that Spurs have bid £10m more than the Red Devils have offered, with a £65million plus £5m in add-ons offer on the table.

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It states that the wages offered by Ruben Amorim’s side are between £150,000 and £175,000 and could rise to £200,000 with bonuses, meaning the Lilywhites would have to shatter their existing structure.

Spurs would be more likely to offer up to £140,000-a-week in North London.

Mbeumo would be a brilliant signing for Tottenham

The Cameroon international is a proven commodity in the Premier League; he has notched 42 goals in 136 matches in the division.

He has also picked up 30 assists in that four-season spell, and those numbers would likely increase with the quality of players that he would play with in N17.

Levy has often been accused of failing to back the world class managers that he has had at his disposal but it seems like he is willing to go all out to ensure Frank succeeds.

It would be a brilliant start to the new era if they could secure another victory against the Old Trafford outfit, this time in the transfer window as opposed to the Europa League final.

The prospect of playing in the Champions League next season, something which he has never done before, could be a factor in tempting the 25-year-old to choose Spurs, as is the potential of a reunion with his former boss.

If the Lilywhites can pull off a sensational hijack of a deal that United had done most of the early legwork on, it would be a huge sign that the North Londoners can attract star players in the market and could lead to more top-quality additions.

Cristian Romero does not appear to be the biggest fan of Tottenham Chairman Daniel Levy.

Romero has been Spurs’ best defender since he was signed from Atalanta in 2021.

As a result, many Spurs supporters will hope to see the 27-year-old continue to flourish under Thomas Frank next season. However, some fans believe Romero has played his final game for Tottenham after the Argentine appeared to aim a dig at Levy.

Romero sends a goodbye message to Ange Postecoglou

Atletico Madrid have been linked with Romero, with speculation that the centre-back’s future was strongly linked to Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked by Tottenham on Friday, 6 June.

The World Cup winner is thought to have been particularly close to his former manager and could leave alongside him.

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Romero posted his goodbye message to Postecoglou on Thursday (13 June), minutes after Tottenham confirmed Frank’s arrival, and many fans have taken that to mean he is unhappy with the appointment.

Furthermore, supporters have speculated that Romero’s post was a calculated act of rebellion against Levy, while some believes the defender has played his final game for Tottenham.

Tottenham must replace Romero if he leaves

The Lilywhites have completed the permanent signing of defender Kevin Danso from French side Lens after a successful loan spell in North London.

Danso was solid at the back, starting nine out of the 10 Premier League matches he was available for.

However, Tottenham will need to sign another centre-back if they want to minimise the negative effect of Romero’s departure.

Spurs look content to continue their approach of signing young talents and have identified Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite as a viable option.

Branthwaite has been a stand-out player for the Toffees, and David Moyes is reluctant to see him leave. However, when Tottenham come calling, especially with UEFA Champions League football, it is difficult to pass up the opportunity.

Therefore, the Lilywhites should look to use everything at their disposal to convince the 22-year-old to make a move to North London.

Ange Postecoglou seems destined for an immediate return to the Premier League after being dismissed by Tottenham.

The Australian boss led Tottenham to Europa League glory, delivering their first major trophy in 17 years, but ultimately paid the price for a dismal domestic campaign by losing his job.

Daniel Levy has opted to take Spurs in a different direction by turning to Thomas Frank, who is the polar opposite of Postecoglou’s abrasive personality.

Levy’s decision has been perceived by many to be a harsh one, but Postecoglou may be in line for an unexpectedly quick return to the top flight.

Postecoglou’s odds slashed amid Brentford search

Tottenham had been linked with plenty of different names after parting company with Postecoglou. However, Levy was ultimately clear as to who his number one target was, and managed to persuade Frank to leave Brentford after seven years at the helm.

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The Dane has brought highly-rated coach Justin Cochrane with him to N17, which now leaves Brentford facing their own search for both a new manager and a new set of coaching staff.

Frank has built the Bees into an attractive proposition for any potential candidates, as they are a club who continually manage to make steady progress, regardless of the fact they regularly lose their key players to bigger clubs.

Postecoglou’s odds to take over at the Gtech Community Stadium had previously been out at 10/1, but they have now been cut to 8/1, according to Oddschecker (14 June).

Postecoglou is deserving of another chance

With Brentford preparing to hand Postecoglou a second chance in the Premier League, it’s hard to argue with the sentiment that he could still carve out a career as a successful boss in English football.

For all the criticism he received during his last few months at Spurs, it’s easy to forget that his side were once touted as one of the most entertaining in the country.

The 59-year-old’s style of football is as entertaining as it comes on its day, and if he can show a little more adaptability in his next job, then there’s every reason to believe that he could become a success once again.

Thomas Frank is already looking to purge his former club and bring Bryan Mbuemo to Tottenham.

No sooner has the Dane arrived through the doors at Spurs than he has looked to raid Brentford for some of their star players.

Nathan Collins has been linked with a move to Tottenham to replace the likely-outgoing Cristian Romero, but Mbuemo is top of Frank’s shopping list.

The Cameroon international has had interest from Manchester United, with whom Daniel Levy is locked in a feud, but the Spurs chairman looks set for another victory over the Red Devils.

Tottenham have bid £70million for Mbeumo

Mbeumo’s links to Tottenham were gathering pace even before Frank signed, with the Daily Mirror (13 June) now reporting that Spurs have launched a £70million bid for the 25-year-old.

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The former France Under-21 international recorded his best-ever return this season, bagging 20 goals and eight assists as he emerged as one of the top-flight’s most imperious right-sided forwards.

Levy was thought to be put off by Manchester United’s contract offer to Mbeumo, but Frank’s arrival could be used to leverage a more reasonable salary to fit in with the wage structure in North London.

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that Tottenham can agree a deal due to Mbuemo’s familiarity with both London and the coaching staff.

“It would be a similar deal to what United were trying to agree,” King said.

“For Mbeumo, it will be easier to move to the other side of London than to Manchester, and he’d be working with a staff and manager he knows. All that will change is the colour of his shirt.

“I’m sure Tottenham can agree a deal without any doubt.”

Levy is showing he is ready to back Frank

Levy has taken his fair share of criticism in the last six months, from the decision to sack Ange Postecoglou to the accusations that the Australian’s dismissal was a failure on the chairman’s behalf to back him appropriately.

Dominic Solanke and James Maddison were arguably the only two established players to arrive in their prime during Postecoglou’s two-year tenure, but Frank could be close to getting one within his first week in charge.

It would point towards both a change in transfer strategy and a belief from the Spurs chairman in Frank’s prospects in North London.