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James Maddison might have already played his final game for Tottenham after a transfer update.

Tottenham thought they had struck gold when they purchased Maddison for a £40million fee from Leicester City ahead of the 2023/24 season.

The midfielder hit the ground running and quickly became an undisputed starter for Spurs. However, several injuries have seen the 28-year-old miss some of the bigger moments during his two-year spell with Tottenham.

As such, Maddison could be sold this summer, with Spurs already identifying a potential replacement.

Tottenham are ready to pay £51million for Xavi Simons

Tottenham are on the hunt for star talents and have been following Simons for quite some time.

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The Dutchman made the Bundesliga his playground when he first joined RB Leipzig on loan for the 2023/24 season, scoring eight goals and providing 13 assists in 32 league appearances.

This encouraged Leipzig to sign Simons from Paris Saint-Germain permanently in January, in a deal which could be worth as much as £68m after add-ons.

As reported by Ben Jacobs via Last Word on Spurs (14 June), Tottenham like Simons but have not discussed a deal with Leipzig yet.

Spurs are willing to pay £51m for the 22-year-old, but Leipzig’s asking price is currently unknown.

However, if Tottenham were to sign Simons, Maddison would likely be sold. The two like to attack similar areas, and it is doubtful that either player would be happy as a squad option.

One of the biggest reasons why Simons left PSG was that Luis Enrique could not guarantee a starting spot. Therefore, the Lilywhites could opt for a younger, less injury-prone alternative to Maddison next season.

Tottenham would benefit from signing Simons

Simons could provide more than a dependable option for the injury-prone Maddison.

He is known for his versatility and is comfortable playing as an attacking midfielder and a left-winger. Simons excels when playing in tight spaces and is excellent at passing the ball between defensive lines.

Furthermore, he is an asset when on the counter and uses his speed and acceleration to challenge opposition defences. This differs from Maddison, who prefers to sit deep in these situations.

Therefore, Tottenham should commit to bringing Simons to Hotspur Way this summer, even if it means selling Maddison.

Tottenham are reportedly keen on a Thomas Frank and Bryan Mbeumo reunion in this summer’s transfer window.

Dr Rajpal Brar, an injury expert, has assessed the fitness of the Cameroon international ahead of a potential move.

Frank managed to get the best out of the 25-year-old at Brentford and now wants him at Spurs.

Mbeumo’s perfect fitness record holds him in good stead for a transfer

Tottenham may want to look at Mbeumo’s ankle injury from 2023/24, according to Dr Brar.

However, the fact that he played every Premier League game last season suggests that those issues are behind him.

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This comes as Spurs have already launched a bid for Mbeumo, which is more than Manchester United’s offer. [Mirror, 13 June]

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Discussing the state of play with Mbeumo 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 ankle to see if there’s any increased wear and tear from that significant injury in the 2023/24 season,” he said.

“But, based on his level this past season, I wouldn’t expect musculoskeletal issues on the medical.

“He played all 38 games in the Premier League and that’s what you need as a player.“

Tottenham can take Mbeumo’s game to the next level

Mbeumo’s performance demonstrates his ability to deliver consistently, offering pace, directness and clinical finishing to complement Son and Dejan Kulusevski.

His versatility across the front line enhances tactical flexibility, crucial for a high-pressing system.

With Frank in charge at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, his familiarity with Mbeumo’s work ethic and adaptability would ensure a seamless integration, maximising the Cameroonian’s impact.

Mbeumo’s proven top-flight quality, at his peak age, makes him a statement signing to elevate Tottenham’s top-four push, leveraging Frank’s insight for immediate results.

Antonín Kinský has struggled to free himself from Guglielmo Vicario’s shadow at Tottenham.

Tottenham signed Kinský in January on a six-and-a-half-year deal as a promising player for the future.

The goalkeeper was instantly called into action with Vicario sidelined by injury, but after the Italian’s return to action, Kinský hardly featured.

However, things might now be looking up for the 22-year-old after a recent transfer development.

Vicario’s agent spotted at Casa Milan amid AC Milan interest

Vicario joined Tottenham from Empoli in 2023 and had a stand-out season, where he played every minute of their 38 Premier League games.

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Spurs’ number one had a difficult second season, struggling with injuries. However, the 28-year-old made several important saves in the UEFA Europa League final.

As a result, it is no surprise that there is interest in the Italy international.

As reported via Calcio Mercato (11 June), Gabriele Giuffrida, Vicario’s agent, recently held a meeting at Casa Milan with AC Milan officials.

Millan are understood to be long-time admirers of Vicario, but will need to pay more than £25million for the shot-stopper’s signature this summer.

However, if the Serie A side do fork over the cash, the departure of Vicario could free up a starting position for Kinský, who will undoubtedly be thrilled by this opportunity.

Tottenham could be on the hunt for another goalkeeper

Kinský’s celebrations may have to be put on hold as Vicario’s potential departure could encourage Spurs to look for another number one.

Indeed, Tottenham could be tempted to strike a deal with Milan for Mike Maignan if Vicario were to make the move in the opposite direction. It has been widely reported that the Frenchman is looking for a new challenge and has been linked with a move to Chelsea.

The transfer of Vicario may enable Spurs to secure Maignan at a cheaper price, which will undoubtedly appeal to Levy.

However, Tottenham may need to rethink the transfer of the Milan keeper. It is clear to see that his shot-stopping has declined these past two years, and despite being brilliant with the ball at his feet, the ends may not justify the means.

Therefore, if Vicario leaves Spurs this summer, the club should consider giving Kinský a fair chance.

Pape Matar Sarr will be looking over his shoulder after an update on Tottenham’s interest in Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey.

Sarr became a frequent starter under former manager Ange Postecoglou.

However, now that Thomas Frank is in charge, things could be set to change in North London, especially after a recent transfer development.

Aston Villa want £40million for Tottenham target Ramsey

Tottenham have been linked with several midfielders, including Ramsey.

The Englishman made 46 appearances for Aston Villa this season and became a staple in the midfield alongside Youri Tielemans.

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Tottenham have long been linked with a move for Ramsey, and as reported by Tom Collomosse via the Daily Mail (12 June), the Lilywhites are monitoring the 24-year-old’s situation alongside West Ham.

A £40m price tag has been placed on the Villa academy graduate.

This potential signing is one of many set to leave several Spurs players displaced this summer, and Sarr now risks being the latest casualty of Tottenham’s transfer plans.

After establishing himself as a regular starter for Spurs, it is difficult to believe that Sarr will accept becoming a second fiddle to Ramsey if he arrives. Therefore, a summertime exit may become more attractive for the 22-year-old if Ramsey is signed.

Tottenham should move for Ramsey this summer

Ramsey had one of his best individual seasons to date last season, where he scored four goals and provided seven assists for Aston Villa.

As a result, this transfer should be a no-brainer for all involved at Spurs.

Ramsey can play as both a central and left-sided midfielder, which offers the Lilywhites the kind of versatility they’ll need if they want to compete in Europe next season.

However, there is no doubt that Tottenham will face competition. Therefore, Spurs will need to strike while the Iron is still hot if they want any chance of signing Ramsey this summer.

Tottenham’s turbulent start to the summer has once again left supporters at odds with Daniel Levy.

Fans were left in the dark for almost two weeks after the Premier League campaign concluded over who the manager would be going into next season.

The delay over Ange Postecoglou’s dismissal and Thomas Frank’s appointment has left Tottenham on the back foot in terms of signings, with the returns of Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso on permanent deals the only confirmed arrivals so far this summer.

Frank’s appointment has seen Spurs strongly linked with a move for Bryan Mbeumo, but a recent update on this transfer saga will only further Tottenham fans’ frustrations with the hierarchy in North London.

Mbeumo still prefers a move to Manchester United

Tottenham’s shopping list is extensive as they look to bulk up their squad, but forwards remain a priority for Frank, especially with captain Son Heung-min’s potential departure this summer.

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The Danish manager is hoping to lure Mbeumo to Spurs after working with the Cameroon international for six years at Brentford.

The 25-year-old posted his best return for the Bees this season and would be expected to add a huge boost to Tottenham’s limited firepower.

However, according to journalist Ben Jacobs speaking on the Last Word on Spurs (14 June), despite conversations being held, Tottenham are yet to make a formal offer for Mbeumo.

Manchester United are also interested in the right-sided forward and have offered Mbuemo a lucrative contract, which could be pricing Tottenham out of a deal.

Mbeumo’s preference remains a move to Old Trafford, and this will infuriate Spurs fans, who will fear history is repeating itself as Frank risks joining a long list of managers not to be appropriately backed.

Should the deal not go through based on salary demands, especially given Mbeumo’s relationship with his former manager and the fact that Tottenham can offer UEFA Champions League football, Levy could once again face the wrath of the Spurs faithful.

Tottenham need a marquee signing

The core of Tottenham’s squad has plenty of exciting talent, such as Archie Gray, who Frank will be particularly keen to work with after trying to sign the 19-year-old for the Bees.

The 51-year-old has an encouraging record in developing players, but with European football to contend with, he will need a higher calibre of player at the peak of their powers to come in this summer.

Mbuemo would represent a ready-made player, but the Dane will expect at least a couple more marquee signings to give the squad a boost in both morale and quality ahead of a challenging campaign.

Tottenham are on the hunt for their next superstar signing this summer.

The Lilywhites have wasted no time shifting their attention to transfers since Thomas Frank was appointed.

Daniel Levy will need to help Frank replenish his squad as Tottenham prepare to compete in the UEFA Champions League, and Spurs have now been linked with a midfielder who could follow in the footsteps of one of the Premier League’s most exciting players, Morgan Rogers.

Frank wants Hayden Hackney as his first signing at Tottenham

Hackney was a target for Frank at Brentford, and that interest has reignited now that he is at Spurs.

The Dane has a record of developing young talent and could help Hackney tap into his full potential at Tottenham.

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It has been widely reported that Frank wants to bring Hackney to Tottenham, and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes the midfielder will follow a similar path to Rogers, wherever he ends up this summer.

“This is a player who Tottenham have long admired,” Wenham said.

“I think he will make the move to the Premier League this summer, whether that’s with Tottenham or another club.

“Hackney is a versatile, young midfielder who will increase in value. He’s the right age, and anyone you speak to of a Middlesbrough persuasion will tell you he’s one of their best players. I think he will be sold for about £20m.

“And then, like we saw with Rogers, I imagine Hackney will follow a similar path and continue his progression until he is worth much more. Someone will take a punt this summer, I’m sure, I just don’t know if it will be Tottenham, we will have to wait and see.”

Tottenham must secure Hackney’s signature this summer

Hackney solves several issues in Spurs’ build-up phase.

Indeed, his impressive progressive passing and ball retention mean that he could act as a stimulus for Tottenham’s attacking moves. While he is comfortable in defence, he excels in moving the ball forward.

A midfield trio of Hackney, James Maddison, and Rodrigo Bentancur would offer the perfect amount of technical and physical prowess. Therefore, the Middlesbrough gem will be one to watch for the future.

Yves Bissouma has struggled for consistency since joining Tottenham from Brighton.

Bissouma hardly featured under Antonio Conte, who was not impressed with the midfielder’s understanding of his tactics.

Upon Ange Postecoglou’s arrival, the Mali international looked as though he had rediscovered his best form, but quickly slipped back into his inconsistent ways.

Whether Thomas Frank will be the man to help Bissouma find his true potential could go unanswered, as the 28-year-old has been linked with an exit this summer amid a summer of change in North London.

Tottenham sign Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich

Tottenham have not been shy about making several changes this summer in preparation for next season.

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The biggest change was sacking Postecoglou and replacing the Australian with Frank. The delay over this decision meant Spurs’ summer transfer window got off to a slow start.

However, it appears as though the Lilywhites are finally ready to kick on.

Tottenham announced on Sunday (15 June) the permanent signing of Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich on a contract that will run until 2031.

Tel spent the second half of the season on loan with Tottenham, making 20 appearances in all competitions, and the Frenchman appears to have made an impression on Bissouma, who liked Spurs’ post announcing the signing of Tel on Instagram.

Bissouma will need to prove himself to Frank

Frank appears to be reluctant to rely on Bissouma as Tottenham are linked with several midfielders.

One of these midfielders is Hayden Hackney, who is known for his expertise during the build-up phase.

It has also been suggested that Frank could deploy Archie Gray in midfield as the Dane is a long-time admirer of the 19-year-old. This would force Bissouma into a rotational option once again, which he may struggle to accept.

Therefore, the defensive midfielder will need to prove to Frank that he can depend on him for the future.

Radu Drăgușin has become an afterthought at Tottenham since suffering an ACL injury in January.

Tottenham signed Drăgușin from Genoa in January 2024, with the transfer seen as quite a coup at the time as the Lilywhites beat out competition from Bayern Munich.

However, the defender has struggled to make an impact in North London, and hasn’t featured since suffering an ACL injury during the 3-0 win against Elfsborg in the UEFA Europa League at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Thursday, 30 January.

And it appears now as though that might have been Drăgușin’s final appearance for Tottenham.

Tottenham discuss a move for Ajax’s Jorrel Hato

Thomas Frank has gotten straight down to business since replacing Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham.

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The Dane appears keen on signing a central defender, with Jorrel Hato now emerging as an option.

As reported by Ben Jacobs via Last Word On Spurs (14 June), Tottenham have discussed making a move for the 19-year-old this summer.

The first thought would be that Hato could replace Cristian Romero, who has been linked to Atletico Madrid. However, Romero is eight years his senior and is more experienced.

It is unlikely for Spurs to replace Romero with someone who lacks Premier League experience and is still growing. As such, it seems that Hato will be brought in as a Drăgușin replacement. There is little way of knowing how the 23-year-old will recover from his injury, and Spurs may be hesitant to take that risk.

Drăgușin had several other suitors before Spurs eventually snapped him up, and the Lilywhites could collect a decent sum from his sale this summer.

Hato is one for the future at Tottenham

Spurs’ interest in Hato indicates that they are continuing their plan to invest in young talent.

The young defender would make an excellent addition for the future. He is versatile and is comfortable playing in the left-back and centre-back positions.

Furthermore, he is a strong and technically gifted player who is calm on the ball and excels when in possession. In addition, he is also physical in his duels, can recover quickly and has an excellent understanding of the game.

Hato will no doubt be the object of several suitors this summer. Therefore, Tottenham must strike while the iron is hot to ensure this signing.

Mikey Moore joins a long list of Tottenham players to have suffered an injury this season.

Spurs’ campaign was blighted by a well-documented injury crisis, which former manager Ange Postecoglou pointed to as a key contributor to their difficulties in competing on multiple fronts.

The demands the Australian placed on the playing group could have contributed to the unprecedented number of muscular problems suffered by the squad.

However, questions have also been raised about the medical department in North London, with Vinai Venkatesham brought in with the directive to assess the situation.

Tottenham will no doubt be looking to make improvements ahead of next season, but will not welcome the latest news surrounding Moore.

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Moore rolls his ankle while on international duty

Moore was one of the few positives to emerge for Tottenham this season as he broke into the first team and made 22 appearances across all competitions.

The 17-year-old’s performances were rewarded with an England call-up for the UEFA European Under-19 Championship.

The teenager was given the captain’s armband in the Young Lions’ opening match against Norway (14 June), scoring an equaliser from the spot in the 80th minute at the Ilie Oană Stadium to make it 2-2, which is how the match finished.

However, in injury time, Moore landed awkwardly after chasing the ball and rolled his ankle, leaving him in a heap on the ground.

It will have worried Tottenham, whose patience for injuries is wearing thin, with the return of players like Radu Dragusin, James Maddison, and Lucas Bergvall still unclear.

Some fans took to X to send their best wishes, while others suggested that Moore could be sidelined for a couple of months.

Moore will hope to impress Thomas Frank quickly

Moore will not only hope that he can shrug off the injury to continue playing for England’s Under-19s, but he will also be looking to make an impression on Thomas Frank.

The Dane has barely put his foot through the door and is already looking to bring in at least one established forward in Bryan Mbuemo.

Daniel Levy will be expected to back Thomas Frank as the manager settles in at Tottenham.

Levy has faced widespread criticism over the years for his failure to adequately back managers, ultimately contributing to Spurs’ relative lack of success.

Ange Postecoglou joined a long list of former employees who pointed a finger at the recruitment strategy of signing young prospects over experienced, ready-made players during his tenure.

The Australian believed it left Tottenham short-handed last season and unable to compete in the Premier League, and fans will hope Levy has learned from his mistakes and is willing to adapt to Frank’s needs.

‘Spurs will employ the Brentford method of bringing in players’

Tottenham have already had a shake-up in the boardroom, with Levy set to continue his overhaul as the North London club prepare for a new era.

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The majority of Postecoglou’s coaching staff have followed the 59-year-old out of the door, while Frank has brought his own personnel, including former Spurs youth coach Justin Cochrane, with him.

One of the few to retain his position is the under-fire Johan Lange, who has previously worked with the former Bees manager and is expected to have a big influence on the summer transfer window.

The two Danes share a common approach to using data, veering away from the Fabio Paratici way of operating.

And ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that Levy will have to back Frank and Lange in this direction of recruitment, which is similar to how Brentford have operated.

“I thought Frank’s contract would be three or four years,” King said.

“When you’re a new manager, you’re in the driving seat, so most of his demands will be met. I think it’s good that new staff have been brought in. Too many staff members have survived managers at Tottenham. Therefore, I think it was time for a clear-out.

“Of course, Frank will be under pressure, I’m sure he’s getting paid big bucks, so Tottenham will want big results. Now that Frank is in, Spurs will probably employ the Brentford method of bringing in players, which is all stats-based.

“I don’t agree to it. However, that seems to have worked well for Frank at Brentford.”

Frank will want new players in quickly at Spurs

Frank’s goals will have been made clear to him before his appointment, but similarly, the 51-year-old will have set out his stall, especially regarding player recruitment.

Even though he will wish to assess the bulk of the squad during Tottenham’s pre-season tour, he will have sought assurances that Levy would back him in the transfer market.