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Cristian Romero is facing an uncertain future at Tottenham this summer as Atletico Madrid continue to be linked with the centre-back.

The Argentine did not have his best season at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last season, despite the Europa League triumph.

Romero was regularly criticised for his Spurs performances as the North London club ended the Premier League season with one of the worst defences in the league.

Nevertheless, Romero has been strongly linked with a move to Atletico this summer, in what would be a new chapter in his career.

However, Thomas Frank will want to have the final say in any potential move.

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Thomas Frank wants to keep Romero at Tottenham

Thomas Frank has not had much luck in the transfer window so far at Tottenham.

The Dane is yet to bring in a signing of his own, despite numerous links throughout the summer.

Now, Frank seems determined to keep hold of Romero, according to the latest reports.

Football London (7 July) reports that the Tottenham manager is excited to work with the Argentine this season and wants him in his backline.

This comes amid reports that Atletico Madrid have made a bid for Romero in an attempt to sign the defender.

However, the article goes on to say that Tottenham have not received a new or indeed any bid for Romero.

Daniel Levy must accept Frank’s wishes

If Frank does want Romero to stay at Tottenham this season, then Levy must abide by these wishes.

Improvements on the pitch are not going to happen at Spurs if the Dane’s plans are consistently changed ahead of the season.

Frank will have a clear plan on how to return Tottenham to the top of the Premier League, and Romero is clearly part of this.

Therefore, Levy should do everything in his power to ensure that the Argentine remains a Spurs player this summer.

Daniel Levy is always on the lookout for a value deal for Tottenham.

Thomas Frank has been yearning for a marquee signing to walk through the doors at Hotspur Way, but the first fresh face expected to join Spurs this summer is 20-year-old Kōta Takai for around £5million.

The young Japanese defender is an exciting prospect for Spurs, but proves that Levy’s focus is still on making low-risk, high-reward signings for lower fees.

The Spurs chairman is also willing to explore free transfers and could look to Newcastle’s latest announcement with some interest.

Newcastle confirm Callum Wilson’s departure

Frank’s primary focus in the transfer market has been to sign a proven wide forward in the shape of his former player, Bryan Mbeumo.

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Once it was established that a move for the Cameroon international was unlikely, Spurs focused on other options and have recently seen a bid for Mohammed Kudus rejected by West Ham.

The Dane will also have to look to sign a striker, as both Richarlison and Alejo Véliz look set to leave Tottenham this summer.

This could prove to be the most challenging task, as the market for strikers is highly competitive, and Frank has to contend with the Harry Kane conundrum of finding a striker willing to play second fiddle to Dominic Solanke.

One striker who was on Tottenham’s radar in the past is Callum Wilson, who Newcastle have officially confirmed (7 July) will depart the Magpies after five seasons at the club.

Injuries have hampered the Englishman in recent years, and he has seen his game time reduced by the meteoric rise of Alexander Isak.

It may well have alerted Tottenham to the opportunity to bring the experienced striker to Spurs as backup to Solanke, with Levy likely rubbing his hands together at the prospect of signing a proven Premier League goal scorer on a free transfer.

Spurs must aim higher than Wilson this summer

Wilson has had an excellent career, first helping Bournemouth establish themselves as a solid Premier League club under Eddie Howe before moving to Tyneside, where he was later reunited with his manager.

However, at 33 years old, his best days are likely behind him, with the often-reliable striker failing to find the back of the net in the league last season, despite making 18 appearances.

Injuries have no doubt taken a toll on the Coventry-born striker, and while he may well still carry a goal threat, Tottenham must aim higher if they are to make inroads in the 2025/26 campaign.

Tottenham have been linked with Brentford attacker Yoane Wissa, with Thomas Frank turning to his former club.

Injury expert Dr Rajpal Brar has assessed the 28-year-old’s fitness record ahead of a potential move this summer.

Frank has already roped in a few coaches from the West London club but may also sign one of their players.

Wissa has excelled at the G-Tech Community Stadium, bagging 45 goals in 137 Premier League appearances for them.

Wissa not expected to face issues clearing Spurs medical

Despite his ankle injury last season, the Congo international is not expected to have any issues with his medical, according to Dr Brar.

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Tottenham hold a long-standing interest in Wissa as they were keen on him in January as well.

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

“He had an ankle injury last season, but it was minor as he missed only three games,” he said.

“Apart from that, he featured in the remaining 35 league games and recovered pretty well from that setback.

“Wissa should have no issues clearing his medical or adapting to Spurs as he’s got decent Premier League experience under his belt, so he understands the league and its demands.”

Frank can get the best out of Wissa at Tottenham

Frank can maximise Wissa’s potential at Tottenham by leveraging his tactical flexibility and understanding of his versatile skill set.

At Brentford, Frank transformed the Congo international into a dynamic, hybrid attacker, utilising his pace and power in a fluid 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 system.

Spurs must sign Wissa due to their need for a proven, adaptable forward to bolster their attack after a 17th-place finish.

His prior success under Frank, familiarity with his high-pressing system, and £40million valuation make him a cost-effective, high-impact addition to challenge for a top-four finish.

Dominic Solanke struggled in his first season at Tottenham.

The England international arrived at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with big expectations after he netted 21 goals at Bournemouth in the previous campaign.

However, injuries and a lack of consistent form led to him only scoring 16 goals for Spurs in the 2024/25 campaign, with just nine of these coming in the Premier League.

As a result, Thomas Frank is keen on a new attacker at Tottenham this summer to give the 27-year-old more competition.

Tottenham should consider move for Callum Wilson

One attacker Tottenham should consider signing this summer is Callum Wilson.

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Newcastle have now announced that the 33-year-old will leave St. James’ Park this summer after five seasons at the Magpies.

As a result, Wilson posted an emotional farewell on Instagram (7 July), which saw Solanke react with a like.

However, there is no reason why Frank should not consider offering Wilson a pay-as-you-play contract this summer.

The striker has regularly netted double-figure goals in the English top-flight when he has been able to stay fit.

Therefore, as a backup, the deal would make perfect sense for all parties, as his experience could prove to be vital in what is bound to be a long season.

If injuries do recur for Wilson, he simply would not be paid if Spurs can negotiate a pay-as-you-play contract.

Daniel Levy should look to take advantage of the free agent market

Now that contracts have expired around Europe, there is no reason why Daniel Levy should not be looking at the free agent market this summer.

There are plenty of top-quality players who are currently out of contract that Tottenham should be looking to take a risk on.

Kyle Walker-Peters has already been linked back to Spurs after he was released from Southampton.

Similar deals to this could help strengthen the London club’s depth while also saving funds for future transfers.

Tottenham are falling behind their Premier League rivals in the transfer market.

The Lilywhites are enviously watching on as their bitter rivals, Arsenal and Chelsea, continue to strengthen their squads by securing their top targets.

It’s a familiar feeling for the Spurs faithful, but potentially a newer experience for Thomas Frank.

The Dane had become accustomed to a well-oiled system at his former club, Brentford, and therefore, he will be hopeful that Daniel Levy can finally provide him with some much-needed support, as Tottenham News brings you the latest from N17.

Tottenham Women confirm Becky Spencer’s departure

In an official statement on Monday (7 July), Tottenham announced that Becky Spencer will join Chelsea this summer.

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Spencer was part of Spurs’ first squad to compete in the Barclays Women’s Super League and went on to make 95 appearances for the Lilywhites.

However, the 34-year-old goalkeeper only made eight starts for Spurs last season before spending the last three months of the campaign on loan with the Blues.

The Jamaica international will sign a one-year contract in West London with a further option to extend her stay until 2027.

Marcus Rashford accepts he must leave United amid Spurs links

Marcus Rashford has been linked with Spurs following his deteriorating situation with Ruben Amorim at Manchester United.

As reported by Fabrizio Romano (6 July), Rashford has accepted that he’s not part of United’s plans, which therefore opens the door for Tottenham to swoop in.

The North Londoners will be deliberating over his wages, although it has been stated that Daniel Levy would have no issues in paying the forward’s salary should Spurs wish to proceed with a deal.

Kōta Takai pictured at airport ahead of Spurs move

Kōta Takai reposted an image via his Instagram of himself at the airport (6 July) ahead of his proposed move to Spurs.

The Japan international is set to become the most expensive signing from the J1 League as he makes a reported £5million move to Tottenham.

The 20-year-old has made a name for himself as a calm and technical defender with plenty of promise, although it remains to be seen whether Frank decides to bring him directly into the first team next season.

Tottenham are one of several Premier League clubs that have Mohammed Kudus on their transfer radar this summer.

The Ghanaian has also attracted interest from the likes of Chelsea and Arsenal, but Daniel Levy seems intent on bringing Kudus to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Spurs have already seen a bid of £50million knocked back by West Ham, but the Lilywhites remain in negotiations with their London rivals as they look to get their man.

West Ham would accept £65m for Kudus

Spurs have previously avoided doing business with West Ham, but Levy seems determined to change that to land Kudus.

Their London rivals hold a release clause which prevents Premier League rivals from signing Kudus for anything less than £85m, although that expires after 10 July, and it now seems as though the Hammers have accepted that they will need to settle for less.

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Levy and Co. know that they need to add to their initial offer if they wish to bring negotiations to a swift conclusion, but it is currently unclear exactly how much it would take for West Ham to allow Kudus to make the move across the capital.

However, ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively with Tottenham News – believes that a bid of £65m may be enough to tempt the Hammers into doing business with Thomas Frank’s side.

“His (Kudus’) release clause expires in a few days,” King said.

“If Tottenham increase their offer to £65m, I think West Ham will accept that offer. However, Tottenham need to get players out as well.

“Richarlison needs to leave if Tottenham are bringing in Kudus. If Son Heung-min stays, that could be an effective forward line, Kudus on one side, Son on the other. I think Son still has another year left in him at Premier League level.”

Tottenham must ensure they don’t overpay for Kudus

Levy is clearly hugely keen to bring Kudus to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but he must ensure that any potential deal remains a sensible one for Spurs.

The two clubs do not typically do business with each other, and the Lilywhites’ chief must be mindful that West Ham could try and drive the price up further, given that it is Spurs who are interested.

The 24-year-old has proven himself to be a quality player at Premier League level, but a spend over £60m on a single player is the type of signing that can easily define a summer, either for good or bad reasons.

West Ham could soon accept defeat to Tottenham as they identify a Mohammed Kudus replacement.

Kudus would become the first West Ham player to join Tottenham since Scott Parker made the move to North London in 2011.

A deal between the two clubs is bound to be complicated due to the rivalry that exists, and it is no surprise that West Ham have already rejected a bid from Tottenham for Kudus.

However, it seems a deal could eventually be agreed upon as the Hammers now identify a replacement.

West Ham to replace Kudus with Ademola Lookman

As reported by Sky Sports Switzerland on Saturday (5 July), West Ham could accelerate their interest in Ademola Lookman if Kudus joins Tottenham.

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It is understood that Atalanta are demanding £51.6million, and the sale of Kudus could help the Hammers to finance a deal.

This would be the ideal scenario for all involved, and it is no wonder that most reports indicate that West Ham would want around £60m for the Ghanaian this summer.

There is no doubt that Kudus would be a statement signing for Tottenham and a huge boost for the Lilywhites’ Premier League and UEFA Champions League hopes.

Tottenham must close Kudus’ signing soon

The potential transfer of Kudus must not be one that drags out throughout the summer.

Indeed, the Lilywhites have undergone several changes this summer. However, the biggest one is the arrival of Thomas Frank as head coach.

Ange Postecoglou may have been disappointing in the Premier League, but he won Spurs their first piece of silverware in 17 years. He was at the club for two years and had built a bond with his players and established a clear plan for the future.

However, his departure means that instead of entering day 707 under Postecoglou, Tottenham begin day one with Frank. As a result, the Dane will need time to build a competitive team.

This means that Spurs’ pre-season tour will become even more important. It is an opportunity for Frank to decide his team and set out his agenda for the new season.

As such, a signing as big as Kudus will need to be a part of pre-season to integrate into the squad. Therefore, Tottenham will need to get his transfer over the line as soon as possible.

Tottenham Hotspur could finally be about to finalise their deal to sign Kōta Takai.

Spurs have had a deal agreed for Takai for some time, but it now seems as though the Japanese youngster will be confirmed as a new addition to Thomas Frank’s squad imminently.

Takai has already made his senior international debut aged just 20, and has established himself as one of the brightest young prospects coming out of Japan at present.

Takai to be announced as a Tottenham player this week

Takai has been described as an “elite defender” in Japan, and Spurs will be delighted to get their hands on a player who clearly has a huge ceiling.

The centre-back will make the switch for the modest fee of £5million, and although he will be far from the Lilywhites’ most high-profile summer addition, it still represents a smart long-term investment.

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It remains unclear what the immediate plans for Takai are, but for now, it looks as though he is set to be announced as a Spurs player imminently, after he shared a picture of himself at the airport via Instagram on Sunday (6 July).

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes the official announcement will come at some point this week, and has suggested that Takai could be loaned out immediately.

“That will certainly be announced this week,” King said.

“I’d imagine everything has been agreed. Tottenham are paying £5m, which is a sensible fee for a young player. This will be a good addition to the squad, but perhaps he will be going out on loan.

“This is a good young player to have in the squad, but he needs experience, and if he’s not going to get regular games with the first team, they need to maybe look at loaning him out.

“Once landing on Monday (7 July), he’ll be headed to Tottenham for his medical, and if the medical is clear, the deal will be done.”

Takai should go out on loan for a season

Concerns have been raised surrounding Takai’s ability to instantly adapt to the Premier League, and the defender may arguably be better suited to spending next season out on loan.

The 20-year-old has experience beyond his years in his homeland, but there can be no doubt that the switch to English football is a sizeable jump.

A year spent elsewhere in Europe could be invaluable to the youngster’s development as a player, and could crucially shelter him from the pressures of the Premier League until he is more ready to enter the spotlight as a genuine first-team option at Spurs.

Tottenham fans are growing tired of the uncertain future surrounding Cristian Romero.

Romero is adorned by the Lilywhites for both his quality and his passion at the heart of the Spurs defence, especially after his elite performances in the UEFA Europa League last season.

The World Cup winner is equally cherished by his teammates, who former manager Ange Postecoglou stated last season all “walk a little taller” when their vice-captain is on the pitch.

However, the centre-back has two years left on his contract and has remained tight-lipped over the growing interest from Atlético Madrid this summer.

It has left Tottenham supporters frustrated, and their mood was certainly not helped by the Spanish club’s latest bid for the centre-back.

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Atletico bid £60.2million for Romero

The mounting pressure of Atletico’s interest and Diego Simeone’s subsequent words have not managed to sway Daniel Levy, who is holding out for a massive fee for Romero.

The Spurs chairman is unflappable, especially given that he is not particularly keen on selling the 27-year-old, who has arguably overtaken Son Heung-min as Tottenham’s best player.

Levy will not be particularly pleased with the Spanish outfit’s latest bid of £60.2million for Romero, of which almost £13m is in add-ons, as reported by AS (7 July).

The 2020/21 La Liga champions are willing to make Tottenham’s vice-captain their most expensive defender ever but are still a way off from matching Levy’s valuation.

The latest bid stunned Spurs supporters, who are unimpressed by Atletico’s approach and took to X to express their feelings, with one fan calling it a “pathetic offer.”

Romero’s qualities are very difficult to replace

Thomas Frank already has enough on his plate at Spurs without the added stress of having to replace Romero, should the defender leave this summer.

His winning mentality and aggressive, front-footed nature to defending are unique, especially at Spurs, who have historically lacked strong characters within the dressing room.

However, it’s arguably his abilities on the ball that are irreplaceable. Romero’s passing range is elite, and is often the catalyst to starting Tottenham’s attacks, even bypassing midfielders to find the forward players.

Arguably, Spurs only have one other gifted passer in their back line in Pedro Porro, and would have a huge problem finding a central defender that could replace Romero’s creativity.

Tottenham are bucking the trend as they attempt to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham.

The Lilywhites have targeted the Ghanaian as their first marquee signing of the summer for Thomas Frank, who has been itching to bring in a proven Premier League forward this window.

Kudus would be the first player to join Tottenham from the Hammers since Scott Parker in 2011, with Daniel Levy and David Sullivan not thought to be on the best of terms.

Nevertheless, the Spurs chairman is hoping he can still navigate a deal to prove he is willing to back his new manager.

Jordan comments on rivalry as West Ham reject Spurs’ opening bid

It is widely reported that Tottenham have had a £50million bid for Kudus rejected by West Ham.

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The 24-year-old has a release clause set at £85million, which is only active for the first 10 days of July, but Levy is hoping to secure the forward for a much lower fee.

Spurs are favourites to sign Kudus, but will be aware that other clubs are also looking at the forward, who failed to reproduce his best form last season following the appointment of Graham Potter.

The mooted transfer has garnered a lot of attention, with Simon Jordan stating on talkSPORT (3 July) that he believes the transfer should go through.

The former Crystal Palace chairman also dismissed Tottenham’s rivalry with the Hammers as potentially being a hindrance to the deal, downplaying its importance.

Asked about the negative reaction the potential transfer has produced from the West Ham supporters, Jordan asked, “Why are you so offended specifically?

“Are you offended at the transfer, or are you offended at the transfer going to Spurs? There is no massive rivalry between West Ham and Tottenham is there?

“They are London football clubs, they are both in the same division, but is there this massive rivalry? I don’t recall a big one.”

This is clearly a ridiculous comment from Jordan, who is no stranger to making outlandish claims, as there is a lot of animosity between the Premier League rivals, especially among the fan bases.

It is no secret that they share a mutual disdain for one another, and any player movement between the London clubs is sure to be met with a lot of anger.

Kudus deal needs to be concluded quickly

Tottenham cannot afford the pursuit of Kudus to drag on as pre-season begins.

Frank already has a huge task ahead of him to instil a completely new tactical identity on his inherited squad and will want any new arrivals to be there as soon as possible.

A delay, and even possibly a bust, on the Kudus deal would set the Danish manager back and hamper his chances of constructing a squad capable of challenging on multiple fronts next season.