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Thomas Frank is preparing to face the media for the first time as Tottenham manager.

Frank’s first press conference is just two days away ahead of their opening pre-season fixture against Reading on Saturday, 19 July.

The Dane will expect plenty of questions surrounding the futures of players like Son Heung-min, and the latest updates on the situation surrounding Morgan Gibbs-White.

Frank will hope to have only positive news to report, and potentially more arrivals to talk about as Tottenham News brings you the latest transfer updates from N17.

Palmeiras looking to sign Richarlison

Palmeiras are looking to sign Richarlison this summer following their exploits in the Club World Cup, which have significantly boosted their finances.

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The Brazilian outfit are not put off by Tottenham’s hefty price tag for the forward, and are expected to make a concerted effort to sign the 28-year-old.

Richarlison has been deemed surplus to requirements at Spurs as he has been plagued with injuries since joining Tottenham, managing just four Premier League starts last season.

The striker is content at Hotspur Way, and rejected a move to Saudi Arabia last summer to stay in North London and fight for his place, but will be aware that he will struggle for game time under Frank.

Atletico sign Johnny Cardoso

As part of the sale of Giovanni Lo Celso to Real Betis, Tottenham had first pick on United States international Johnny Cardoso.

The defensive midfielder impressed last season in the heart of the team, helping guide the Spanish club to the UEFA Conference League final, where they lost 4-1 to Chelsea.

Spurs are reportedly in the market for a natural number six, but their option to sign Cardoso expired earlier this month before the 23-year-old officially joined Atlético Madrid on a five-year deal (16 July).

The deal may irk Spurs fans, who are already not on the best of terms with the La Liga giants after their prolonged pursuit of Cristian Romero.

Tottenham monitoring Garnacho situation at United

Tottenham are closely following Alejandro Garnacho’s situation at Manchester United as the Red Devils look to offload the forward.

He is part of a group of five players, including Marcus Rashford, who have been effectively exiled from the first team and forced to conduct individual training as they are no longer part of the club’s plans.

Frank is still looking to improve his front line in N17, and could look to the Argentina international as a long-term replacement for Son Heung-min.

A host of Premier League clubs are looking at the 21-year-old, including Aston Villa, but Tottenham’s newfound financial might could put them in pole position to sign the talented forward.

Tottenham could look to capitalise on Alejandro Garnacho’s situation at Manchester United.

Garnacho has been cast aside by Ruben Amorim and forced to train away from the first team as the Portuguese manager no longer sees the Argentine as part of his plans.

The 21-year-old had already received warnings throughout last season, including being omitted from a couple of matchday squads for ill-discipline.

Garnacho then publicly questioned Amorim’s decision to bring him on so late in United’s 1-0 defeat in the UEFA Europa League final before posting photos of himself in an Aston Villa shirt this summer.

The Portuguese manager is now intent on offloading the player as the Red Devils look to fund a move for Bryan Mbeumo.

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Tottenham keeping close watch on Garnacho situation

Thomas Frank is expected to speak to Son Heung-min over the coming days about the captain’s future.

The iconic South Korea international turned 33 last week, and could opt to leave N17 on a high after almost a decade at the club.

This has left Spurs pondering a replacement, ensuring they keep a watchful eye on Garnacho’s situation in Manchester, as reported by the Daily Mail (July 16).

Frank’s blueprint for the players Spurs have been linked with is creative attacking players who are adept at dribbling and have a decent goal-scoring record.

Much like Mohammed Kudus, Garnacho possesses both of those traits and could be available for less than United’s initial £70million valuation of their academy product.

United are relatively cash-strapped and are prohibited from overspending to remain in compliance with PSR, making a sale of Garnacho, who would represent pure profit as he is considered home-grown, a priority this summer.

Spurs could potentially manipulate this situation and could prompt them to line up a deal for Garnacho.

Tottenham can’t afford to take risk on Garnacho

While Garnacho’s ceiling is very high, Tottenham are in too precarious a position to take the risk on the disgruntled Argentine.

It is easy to forget, through the optimism of a new era under Frank and the celebrations of a major trophy, that Tottenham finished 17th in the Premier League last season.

They are also entering a new era, and should only be making signings that guarantee to lift the floor, which Garnacho does not.

Tottenham are yet to truly see the best of Dominic Solanke.

The England international signed for a sizable fee from Bournemouth last summer, but struggled at times due to various injury concerns.

There will have been initial hope that the 27-year-old could kickstart his Spurs career in the upcoming campaign after the introduction of Thomas Frank.

That is yet to be seen at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but that hasn’t stopped the striker from reacting to the latest transfer update at Everton.

Solanke reacts as Everton transfer complete

There is no getting away from the fact that the Lilywhites have showcased a keen interest in improving their forward line this summer.

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This has already seen Mohammed Kudus come in from West Ham for £55million, with other targets being kept in mind with weeks remaining in the window.

It is fair to say that Daniel Levy has shown backing for the new Dane head coach, even if that looks set to land him in some hot water at Nottingham Forest.

This is all likely to be music to the ears of Solanke, who will likely benefit from this influx of attacking talent behind him in North London.

With that being said, it is clear that the Englishman still has strong links and love for his former Bournemouth teammates after his exit.

This has seen the forward reach out by liking an Instagram post from Mark Travers (15 July) after he put pen to paper on a deal to sign for Everton from the Cherries.

Solanke needs a big season at Tottenham

There were some flashes of excellence from the ex-Chelsea youngster in his debut campaign, but fans will want to see more next time around.

In his final season at the Vitality Stadium, the number nine netted 21 and assisted four in all competitions, an impressive return in red and black stripes.

This is what Frank will want to see that in the upcoming season, but in white.

This will especially be the case if further quality is added around him, with someone like Morgan Gibbs-White potentially in the pipeline for the N17 club.

‘Levy in hot water with campaigners’ as Tottenham development approved

Daniel Levy is once again in the spotlight at Tottenham as he continues to make wholesale changes.

Levy has completely revamped Spurs this summer with sweeping changes from top to bottom, especially regarding staff.

There has been a high turnover among members of the boardroom, the medical department, coaches, and players as the Spurs chairman seeks to ensure Tottenham’s long-term future.

Levy has potentially secured extra investment for Spurs, prompting him to be more ambitious this summer, though his latest plans have not gone down well with everyone.

City Hall approve Tottenham Women’s new training ground

Despite winning the UEFA Europa League last season, Levy’s crowning jewel of his 24-year reign remains the construction of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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The state-of-the-art venue is the envy of rival Premier League clubs, both for its outstanding facilities as a football stadium and the added financial gains of attracting big stars like Stray Kids to perform.

The newly built training facilities are equally impressive, and as reported by BBC News (16 July), City Hall have granted Tottenham Women permission to build their new training ground in Whitewebbs Park in Enfield.

The Lilywhites plan to fence off a section of North London park to build a new women’s academy with 11 pitches and a clubhouse.

The move has landed Levy in hot water with campaigners, who were protesting against the development, especially given that the land is part of London’s green belt.

However, Spurs successfully argued that the public benefits, ranging from more female engagement in sport and improved transport links, outweighed the loss.

Nevertheless, those opposed to the plans are expected to continue fighting their cause.

Levy shows commitment to Tottenham Women

Unlike clubs like Aston Villa and Chelsea, which have agreed to sell their women’s teams for extra funding, Levy is demonstrating his commitment to growing all elements of the club.

Martin Ho was recently appointed as the new manager, while Spurs have secured long-term contracts for a handful of their emerging young players.

Levy is keen for the Lilywhites to massively improve on last season’s standing in the Women’s Super League, for which the latest ambitious development will go a long way.

Tottenham to ‘complete Douglas Luiz deal’ as Bissouma exit beckons – Exclusive

Douglas Luiz could replace Yves Bissouma at Tottenham this summer.

In little over a month, Thomas Frank will lead Tottenham out for his first Premier League game in charge of the Lilywhites, though there is still a lot of work to be done before that.

Spurs remain in need of several new additions, while also being wary that a handful of players could leave in the coming weeks.

Bissouma has been linked with a Tottenham exit given his contract situation, and he could be replaced by Luiz, who has already featured 18 times for his country.

Luiz would be an upgrade on Bissouma

Bissouma has just one year left on his Tottenham contract, which has led to suggestions that he could be sold, amid interest from Juventus and Fenerbahçe.

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In terms of his replacement, ex-Aston Villa midfielder Luiz has been linked with a move, and Paul Robinson thinks it is a deal that would make sense.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, he said: “He’s a player that I like, Luiz. He’s Premier League proven, he’s tried and tested.

“Yes, he comes into a Tottenham squad, does he go into a starting 11? Is he better than Bissouma? Arguably, that’s a good deal to do, if you can get Luiz in.

“If you’re going to let Bissouma go, somebody like Luiz coming in with his experience and UEFA Champions League experience, that’s the type of deal that you could see making sense, because that’s not going to cost Tottenham a lot of money.

“If you get a fee in for the sale of Bissouma, and you can bring somebody like Luiz in, then that’s the type of deal that makes sense.”

Tottenham need several more arrivals

Sales will happen before the start of the season. However, it is crucial that Spurs only sanction them if they have a replacement ready to come in.

That goes for Bissouma and for Cristian Romero, who has also been heavily linked with an exit this summer.

Cristian Romero’s future at Tottenham has been the talk of the summer.

Romero has been heavily linked with a move to Atletico Madrid, who greatly admire the defender.

After winning silverware at Tottenham, it was believed that the Argentine would be open to the move. This comes after his international teammate Julián Alvarez shared his desire for Romero to join him in the Spanish capital.

Spurs supporters have been anxiously following the situation, desperate for their best centre-back to remain. It now seems that a verdict has been reached, as this long-drawn-out saga nears its end.

Tottenham to give up on signing another centre-back

Atletico Madrid have reportedly given up their pursuit of Romero due to Daniel Levy’s high valuation of the World Cup winner.

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As a result, the current feeling is that the defender will remain in North London next season.

Therefore, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes Spurs will no longer sign a new centre-back this summer, having previously been linked with several.

“Earlier in the window, we saw links with Jarrad Branthwaite from Everton,” Wenham said.

“We’ve been linked with Marc Guéhi. However, anything about centre-backs now, I would take with a pinch of salt. It seems like Romero is going to stay.

“Therefore, that leaves us with Romero, Micky van de Ven and Kevin Danso, who I think has been very good when called upon.

“Radu Drăgușin is injured at the moment, but I think it’s worth having another look under a fresh manager. In addition, we’ve got Ashley Phillips, Alfie Dorrington, Luka Vušković and Kōta Takai as well. Therefore, I don’t see us adding another sent back right now.”

Tottenham have a good defensive dilemma

Tottenham will take to the UEFA Champions League next season after a successful spell in Europe.

As a result, Thomas Frank will need excellent squad depth to help see him through. Defensively, he seems to be covered.

With Romero expected to remain and van de Ven ready to fight for the badge once again, Spurs supporters have a lot to look forward to.

Meanwhile, youth players Phillips and Dorrington are climbing the ranks, and Vušković and Takai are preparing for their first season in North London. As a result, Tottenham will be set for years to come.

Daniel Levy has restored some faith among Tottenham supporters this summer.

The Spurs chairman appears to have turned a corner in the transfer market, and would have made two marquee signings within days of each other had it not been for Nottingham Forest blocking a deal for Morgan Gibbs-White.

It’s a far cry from summers gone by, which left previous managers frustrated by the 63-year-old’s hesitancy to go after primary targets.

However, Levy still has a poor track record in selling players, especially those that cost Spurs dearly, and will be looking to turn that around to recoup some of the losses made during this window.

Palmeiras show strong interest in signing Richarlison

Tottenham’s four signings this summer have left Thomas Frank with over thirty senior players in his squad, many of whom are expected to leave.

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One of those is Richarlison, who has two years left on his deal and has failed to live up to his hefty price tag since arriving from Everton in July 2022.

The Brazil striker managed only one Premier League goal in his debut season in North London before injuries started to take their toll.

Now 28 years old, Spurs are ready to cash in and have been handed a boost as Palmeiras are showing strong interest in signing Richarlison, as reported by Brazilian outlet Terra (15 July).

The São Paulo club have made contact with Tottenham, and are not deterred by the Lilywhites’ valuation of £55million for the former Watford man.

Palmeiras’ run to the quarter final in the Club World Cup has afforded them significant funding to make the ambitious move.

Having expected to take a loss on selling Richarlison this summer, Levy could pull off a masterstroke for Tottenham if he holds out for a fee close to what they signed the forward for three years ago.

Dominic Solanke will need support next season

Last season, Tottenham played 60 games across all competitions, which put considerable strain on certain players in the squad, including Dominic Solanke.

The England international played in all but one game he was fit for as Richarlison struggled with fitness, while Son Heung-min and Mathys Tel could not take up the mantle.

Frank will know that Solanke will need much more support next season, especially with UEFA Champions League football to contend with, and must sign at least one striker who can offer the former Bournemouth man some respite.

Thomas Frank could soon reunite with Yoane Wissa at Tottenham.

It is fair to say that the Danish head coach got the best out of a wide array of players throughout his tenure in charge of the Bees.

One of those is the DR Congo international, and another is his partner in crime, Bryan Mbeumo, who has also been linked to Spurs.

With Manchester United seemingly set to land the Cameroonian, the Lilywhites could now turn their attention to the 28-year-old at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Wissa could now join Tottenham from Brentford

The Lilywhites have already kicked off the transfer window in positive fashion with the addition of Mohammed Kudus from West Ham.

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To bring in the former Lorient attacker could add to the excitement surrounding the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium moving into the new campaign.

With Mbeumo looking to be on his way out, it is unclear how much the Bees could demand for another one of their stars in the coming weeks and months.

Former Brentford manager Martin Allen believes his old side could demand at least £50million, plus potential add-ons later down the line.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, Allen said: “He scores goals, and he helps the team defend.

“He’s got a great attitude, so it’s no wonder Thomas Frank wants to take him from Brentford to Tottenham. What would the fee be?

“For me, it would have to be £50m. He scores goals and he wins games, those players who score goals and win games are gold dust.

“He does that for Brentford, so they will be looking for £50m, minimum.

“They have to put that sort of fee on him. If Spurs then get into the Champions League or anything else, the add-ons will increase that fee by quite a lot.“

Tottenham could outlay £50m on Wissa

It does seem as if Daniel Levy and Co. are focusing on talent from the transfer market who already have Premier League experience.

This has been seen with Kudus and could be replicated if Morgan Gibbs-White is to join Tottenham from Nottingham Forest this summer.

If that deal does fall through as the Reds throw their toys out of the pram once again, a move at £50m for Wissa may look all the more attractive towards the end of the window.

Tottenham are bolstering Thomas Frank’s attacking options ahead of the new season.

The Lilywhites have already secured Mathys Tel on a permanent deal, while Mohammed Kudus has arrived from West Ham.

However, there are likely to be more attacking additions over the summer, with Yoane Wissa and Marcus Rashford among the names linked with Spurs.

Now, there have been updates on the pair, and both players could be on the move shortly.

Wissa interest increases as Rashford linked with another club

Tottenham are said to have entered concrete talks for Wissa as Frank eyes a reunion with the Brentford hitman.

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Since the Dane left his post in West London, the Bees’ leading players have immediately been linked with an exit this summer.

Bryan Mbeumo is primed to leave Keith Andrews’ side, with Manchester United still somehow looking like his eventual destination.

Now, inevitably, a Brentford exit has been mooted for Wissa, with a host of Premier League clubs interested.

The 28-year-old enjoyed a stellar 2024/25 campaign, notching 19 Premier League goals under the stewardship of Frank.

Now, Liverpool have asked about Wissa in case they cannot sign Alexander Isak, according to the Daily Mail (15 July)

Rashford is also a surprise target for the Reds, although that initial conversation has not progressed.

With increased interest in their targets, Spurs and Daniel Levy must now take the initiative and make a move for Wissa before it is too late.

Frank must play on Brentford connection to land Tottenham Wissa

It always seems to be the case that when a manager arrives at a new club, they are linked with their former players.

However, there are some cases when such links are welcomed, and that is certainly the case with Wissa.

The DR Congo international was underrated at Brentford, but is finally receiving the recognition he deserves.

Since arriving in West London, the forward’s numbers have increased season on season, but at 28, this is a crunch summer for him.

If he were to depart the Bees, then now would be the ideal time, and this is something that could be playing on his mind.

Naturally, a move to Tottenham makes sense as Frank has gotten the best out of Wissa since his move to England.

That connection could be crucial in striking a deal, and it is one the Lilywhites must act upon now.

Tottenham could be set to agree a deal to sell the naming rights for their stadium.

The Lilywhites have been in the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for almost six years now, and it undoubtedly stands as one of the most impressive grounds in world football at the moment.

Daniel Levy has been exploring the possibility of selling the naming rights to Spurs’ home, amid suggestions that it could command a world-record deal potentially worth as much as £375million.

The Spurs chief seems keen to invest in the playing squad this summer, and it now appears that he may be able to fund that by attracting sponsorship for their ground.

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has huge potential

Levy has been trying to line up additional investment at Tottenham for some time now, and he may have struck gold with the idea of establishing a partnership centred around the N17 outfit’s stadium.

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The North Londoners’ home stands among the biggest grounds in the Premier League, and has already hosted events such as world title fights and NFL games.

A Saudi Arabian entity recently emerged as the front-runner to satisfy Levy’s demands, in what could potentially be an eye-watering agreement.

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes Spurs’ home would be a huge attraction for major companies, as a result of its versatility as a venue.

“The potential of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is enormous,” King said.

“It’s not only football there, but you’ve also got boxing, concerts and so on. Therefore, it’s going to be a big company that agrees the naming rights deal with Tottenham. I can assure you of that.”

Tottenham to enter a new era next season

Thomas Frank’s appointment has created the feeling that Spurs are about to move into a new era next season.

Levy and Co. have now had a taste of success with their UEFA Europa League win, and the club hierarchy seem determined to turn their back on what was ultimately a disappointing campaign last time out.

The Lilywhites have already been linked with countless big-money additions this summer, which is totally out of character for Levy and his usual spending habits.

There is a feeling that Spurs could be a very different entity next term. Therefore, if they could secure a desirable agreement for their stadium naming rights, that would only reinforce the idea that they are entering something of a new era.