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Tottenham are weeks away from reaping the rewards of their return to the Champions League.

Before Ange Postecoglou was sacked, Tottenham lifted the Europa League title to return to the biggest stage of club football this season.

Now under Thomas Frank, Spurs have enjoyed a decent start to life back in the Champions League, beating the likes of Copenhagen and Villarreal already.

Tottenham currently sit tenth in the league phase, one point behind the top eight and only four behind Bayern Munich, who are top of the pile with Harry Kane.

Tottenham in line for huge jackpot in Champions League

With four games played and four to go, Tottenham are in line to bank around £50million already.

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Dan Plumley has revealed that it will get even better if Spurs finish in the top eight and secure instant progression to the round of 16.

The football finance expert shared that Tottenham would secure just under £10m from finishing in those top spots, even if they scrape through, possibly taking their jackpot to over £60m already.

“So, the starting fee is £16.4m,” Plumley exclusively told Tottenham News.

“It is £1.7m a win as well, and then the same bonuses apply if you finish first to eighth, you get an additional £1.7m. If you can get to the round of 16 and finish in the top eight, that can be really lucrative, as that is £9.7m per club.

“On top of what will be the thick end of £22m just in participation fees for being there, if you get to the round of 16, that’s £9.7m and the TV money on top.

“That’s how we get to some of those numbers, that even from a big Premier League in the Champions League, it’s worth about £50m before you’ve even kicked a ball, and if you get into the knockouts, it’s worth even more.

“Even on a conservative estimate, for getting into that top eight, Spurs would earn at least £61.9m.”

Who do Tottenham have left to play in the Champions League?

A trip to France to take on Paris Saint-Germain is up next for Tottenham, but Spurs will be confident after pushing them all the way in the UEFA Super Cup earlier this season.

Slavia Prague are next up in North London, while Bundesliga duo Borussia Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt finish off the group fixtures.

While not easy, the final three games certainly represent a brilliant opportunity to secure that extra windfall, with the Lewis family eager for sporting success, as well as financial.

Dire Ange Postecoglou transfer blunder continues to haunt Tottenham as former star becomes national hero

Ange Postecoglou’s decision to sell Troy Parrott continues to look baffling as the Republic of Ireland international dominates the November break.

The attacker joined Spurs’ youth side in 2017 and progressed through the ranks, and even made several appearances for the first team.

However, much of his time was spent out on loan, before Parrott finally joined AZ permanently in 2024.

Yet, as the days go on, this looks increasingly stupid, with Parrott’s heroics giving the Republic of Ireland a slot in the World Cup playoffs despite being on the brink of elimination.

Troy Parrott hat-trick sends the Republic of Ireland into the playoffs

Going into the international break, Ireland had little hope of qualifying for the World Cup.

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However, a shock 2-0 win over Portugal was followed up by a late 3-2 comeback against Hungary on Sunday to leapfrog the Central European nation to second place.

Throughout these matches, Parrott netted five times, including a 96th-minute winner against Hungary to complete his hat-trick.

The quality that the attacker possesses is perhaps not too surprising, with the attacker already netting 13 goals in 14 matches for AZ in all competitions this season.

Therefore, the fact that Postecoglou allowed Parrott to leave Tottenham for a measly £6.7million just over a year ago is a joke, with his value now skyrocketing.

Given that Tottenham are also in need of a striker shows that he could have now been a crucial player.

With Parrott now being one of the most in-form players in Europe, the North London club have clearly lost a gem who could have been a star thanks to their former manager.

How good was Parrott vs Hungary?

According to Fotmob on 16 November, Parrott’s performance against Hungary couldn’t have been much better.

The striker was awarded a 9.6 rating, scoring from all put one of his shots off a combined 1.34 xG.

Now, Ireland has a serious chance of reaching their first World Cup since 2022, with the nation preparing for their upcoming playoff tie in March.

Parrott will likely be key to this, and he will be aiming to continue his good form ready for these matches.

Tottenham have offered Barcelona £57million to sign Ferran Torres.

While Frank has had a solid start to the Premier League season, the Lilywhites are in desperate need of goals as they start to slip into old habits.

Micky van de Ven is Spurs’ top scorer, while Richarlison netted for the first time in two months in Tottenham’s 2-2 draw against Manchester United before the November international break.

As a result, the North London side have turned to the transfer market for answers.

Ferran Torres is Thomas Frank’s missing piece at Tottenham

Tottenham have reignited their interest in Torres and have offered Barcelona £57m to secure his services, according to Fichajes on 15 November.

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Spurs want to arm Thomas Frank with attacking reinforcements and reportedly see the forward as a “key piece” of the overall puzzle.

Barcelona are intrigued by the proposal. The fact that the Spanish club could profit from his sale does not go unnoticed, given their financial situation.

However, part of Barcelona’s coaching staff believes that losing him now could weaken the squad. The season is long, and the calendar is demanding, so every player is important to maintain their competitive level.

While no decision has been made, the La Liga side must now decide whether to prioritise their economy or sporting project.

As for Tottenham, the Lilywhites want to improve their squad level and are impressed by Ferran’s maturity and goalscoring ability at the top level.

Would Ferran Torres be a good investment for Tottenham?

The 25-year-old has netted seven goals and has provided one assist in 14 matches for Barcelona this season. Two of his goals have been scored in the UEFA Champions League.

Torres is already familiar with the Premier League and English football from his time at Man City. Thus, adapting to the pace of the league would be a non-issue.

He is also 25, which means he’d be able to dedicate his prime years to the North London club.

However, Torres has been a secondary option for most of his time in Spain, with Robert Lewandowski having priority.

To make a rotational option, one of the most expensive transfers of all time could end up being bad business on Spurs’ part. The Lilywhites may be better off investing in a younger, cheaper and more promising talent.

Tottenham will be on the hunt for a new shirt sponsorship deal soon, with their AIA agreement ending in the 2026/27 season.

Vinai Venkatesham became Tottenham CEO over the summer, much to their delight of fans.

Indeed, Venkatesham has been praised for the changes to Spurs’ communications department since his arrival, with more yet to come.

This transformation has also seen a change in personnel, with Daniel Levy stepping down as Tottenham chairman after almost 25 years.

And now the Lilywhites are yet to undergo another big change after a hectic couple of months.

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Tottenham want big-money shirt sponsorship deal

Spurs are hoping for a new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium naming rights deal as part of their transformation, with several avenues left to be explored.

Indeed, the Lewis family have prioritised Spurs’ sporting success now that the North London club have lifted the UEFA Europa League trophy.

As part of this change in direction, the Lilywhites recently announced that it will be parting ways with its shirt sponsor AIA at the start of the 2026/27 season.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, Tottenham expert and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham believes that Spurs will be looking for a mega-money sponsor to take over.

“The club have announced that from the 2026/27 season, it’ll be AIA’s last year,” Wenham said.

“So Tottenham are probably in the market now for a really big, lucrative new shirt sponsorship deal. I mean, massive. I mean, they’re on £30-40million a year with AIA.

“They will probably be looking for £60m or more now, being the current Europa League winners, and being in the Champions League.

“So Tottenham will be looking, not only for the naming rights sponsor for the stadium, but also for a massive new shirt sponsorship deal alignment. Maybe the two will be linked, that’s the sort of thing I’m thinking.”

Tottenham’s investment will need to translate into sporting success

The Lilywhites have had a decent start to the season and are 10th in the UEFA Champions League and fifth in the Premier League.

As long as this continues, the North London club will struggle to compete for all trophies this season and the ones that follow.

Therefore, Spurs will be hoping that their recent investments will translate into sporting success soon enough, with this mega deal likely due to previous exploits, it seems.

Thomas Frank will be sweating as Tottenham suffer yet another injury blow before Arsenal

Pape Matar Sarr was substituted off with a potential injury during Senegal’s 2-0 defeat to Brazil on Saturday.

Sarr was one of several Tottenham players called up for international duty this November.

Most of Spurs’ stars have performed well for their national sides, with Guglielmo Vicario earning his first start for Italy and keeping a clean sheet against Moldova in their latest FIFA World Cup Qualifier.

Thomas Frank will be hoping for his players to return in one piece. But it seems he may not get that luxury with Sarr.

Pape Matar Sarr potential doubt for Arsenal

Tottenham will face rivals Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in the North London Derby on 23 November.

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However, they may have to do so without Sarr as he joins several other stars who are doubtful for the game.

This comes after he was withdrawn in Senegal’s friendly against Brazil in the 49th minute.

He went to ground after a challenge from Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha and was replaced by Bayern Munich ace and Chelsea loanee Nicolas Jackson.

It remains to be seen whether he’ll be available for Spurs’ clash against the Gunners on 23 November.

Nevertheless, it’ll be a huge blow if he isn’t, as it becomes undeniable that an injury crisis is brewing under Frank at Tottenham.

Thomas Frank will struggle without Pape Matar Sarr

Lucas Bergvall returned to Tottenham from Sweden’s camp after suffering a setback in his recovery from a concussion in Spurs’ 1-0 home defeat to Chelsea earlier this month.

Arsenal are currently the league leaders in the Premier League, and facing them without Bergvall or Sarr could be catastrophic.

The Senegalese international has also recovered 3.1 balls and has made 1.5 clearances per game, according to Sofascore.

Their absence could force Frank to play Joao Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur in a defensive double pivot, which the Dane scrapped after it produced unsatisfactory results earlier in the season.

As a result, the Lilywhites could be in for a disappointing scoreline without their key players at the Emirates on Sunday.

How to watch Tottenham Women vs Arsenal Women: TV channel and kick-off time

Tottenham Women are set to face Arsenal Women in a bragging-rights clash in the WSL on Sunday

Spurs have been delivered early injury news on Lucas Bergvall and Mohammed Kudus ahead of the men’s North London derby, but it’s not the only local clash on the horizon.

The Lilywhites lost 4-2 in the WSL last time out to London City Lionesses, but the clash against the Gunners is a great game to bounce back.

Tottenham Women sit level with Arsenal on 15 points coming into the NLD showdown, and have a chance to leapfrog their arch nemesis with a statement victory.

Tottenham Hotspur News now provides you with everything you need to know ahead of the game.

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Tottenham Women vs Arsenal Women can be watched on Sky

Tottenham are currently only one position behind Arsenal due to a big goal difference, and have won the same amount as the Gunners in their last five games in all competitions.

The match will be shown live on Sky Sports Premier League, with the contest also available for streaming on the Sky Sports+ app and NOW UK. Kick-off is at 2.30 pm, so don’t miss it.

Arsenal are favourites to beat Tottenham, as the Lilywhites have just a 17.4 per cent chance of beating the Gooners.

It will be Martin Ho‘s first experience managing the Lilywhites in a North London derby, and he revealed he was excited ahead of the game in his pre-match comments.

Tottenham don’t have the best record against Arsenal, and it’s been a while since a win was recorded.

Tottenham’s record vs Arsenal isn’t great

Tottenham beat Arsenal 1-0 in 2023, which comes as the only time the side have beaten the Gunners since the WSL started.

However, even though it seems a tough task, mountains are there to be climbed, and the women need to embrace the motto, “to dare is to do,” heading into the clash.

Tottenham Women’s record vs Arsenal Women since 2019:

Arsenal really have been a bogey team of late for both the men’s and the women’s team, but Ho’s side can paint North London blue and white on Saturday.

Cathinka Tandberg is on fire coming into the game with four goals already this season.

If Ho can keep Arsenal’s attack at bay, Tandberg could be the difference-maker up top for Spurs.

Tottenham fans have been told to hold off on the Harry Kane comparisons when it comes to Ashiah Haughton-Sinclair.

Hotspur Way is home to several young talents, all hoping for the chance to impress Thomas Frank.

Luca Williams-Barnett debuted for Tottenham in their victory over Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup and is now one of several Tottenham youngsters competing in the Under-17s World Cup for England.

However, Haughton-Sinclair is considered one of the most talented rising stars to arrive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in years.

Ashiah Haughton-Sinclair should be given time to develop

Haughton-Sinclair has performed so well for Tottenham that fans have drawn similarities between him and Spurs legend Kane.

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The young striker has already debuted for Spurs’ Under-15s, and it has been suggested that Haughton-Sinclair could be rewarded with his Tottenham Under-18s debut soon.

However, speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, Tottenham expert and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham has urged fans to stop with the comparisons and let the youngster develop in his own time.

“Ashiah is very highly regarded at the club and has already signed a four-year scholarship as an Under-14,” Wenham said.

“He is progressing very well, but like with all young players, it is better not to put too much pressure upon him with comparisons.”

All things considered, Haughton-Sinclair is definitely one star Tottenham fans should be excited about.

Are the Ashiah Haughton-Sinclair and Harry Kane comparisons warranted?

At just 14 years old, Haughton-Sinclair has already recorded over 400 goals at various academy levels.

Meanwhile, with 280 goals in 435 appearances, Kane left Tottenham for Bayern Munich in 2023 as the club’s all-time top scorer.

He arrived in North London at 15 and earned his first Scholarship a year later, which was an incredible feat at the time.

Kane proceeded to net 18 goals in 22 appearances for the Under-18s, which led to his senior debut during the 2009/10 season.

While comparisons between the two seem a little premature, Haughton-Sinclair has the potential to become a superstar at Tottenham.

Micky van de Ven was played out of position in the Netherlands’ game against Poland on Friday.

The Netherlands drew 1-1 with Poland, as their qualification to the 2026 World Cup was all but confirmed due to a heavy goal difference advantage.

Van de Ven has been sensational for Tottenham this season, and Thomas Frank will have been praying that the Dutchman saw the game out unscathed.

Frank will be delighted to hear that Van de Ven went through the game without picking up a knock. However, his ears will prick up once he hears exactly where Van de Ven played in the match.

Micky van de Ven starred at left-back for the Netherlands

The Netherlands’ head coach, Ronald Koeman, decided to start Van de Ven at left-back.

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Strangely enough, it may have been Van de Ven’s best appearance for the Oranje, with statistics proving he thrived in a new role.

Van de Ven scored a Puskas contender recently when he ran the full length of the field against Copenhagen in the Champions League.

Koeman perhaps seen Van de Ven’s impressive ball-carrying ability, and instructed the Spurs man to express himself further up the field versus Poland.

Footage from the game shows exactly how he got on, as he remarkably completed 100 per cent of his dribbles, long balls and passes.

Frank now has the opportunity to rework Tottenham‘s entire defence because of this.

Thomas Frank has another left-back option in Van de Ven

Van de Ven was not playing against easy opposition, as Poland had players like Matty Cash and Robert Lewandowski on the pitch.

Despite the star-studded side, Van de Ven still performed in a foreign position.

Players who can play left-back for Tottenham:

Frank now has the choice to play Van de Ven at left-back for Tottenham.

Radu Dragusin is nearing a return from injury for Tottenham, and Kevin Danso has also impressed.

The Lilywhites could soon see a massive change in the defensive lineup.

Tottenham are among the sides eyeing up Dusan Vlahovic on a free transfer as his Juventus contract ticks down.

The Juventus forward burst onto the scene after signing for the Old Lady in January 2022 and has scored goals regularly ever since.

Tottenham were linked with Vlahovic in the summer transfer window, but the 25-year-old chose to stay in Italy during the last 12 months of his contract.

With his deal expiring in June, Tottenham‘s interest in Vlahovic has been renewed, and signing him as a free agent would be an incredible piece of business.

Dusan Vlahovic looks set to leave Juventus in June

Vlahovic’s contract expires in June, and it feels certain that his five-year stay in Turin will come to an end.

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Italian outlet Gazzetta has reported that it seems “impossible” Vlahovic could renew his contract, and the situation would only change if the Serbian were to accept a 50 per cent salary cut, which is around £7million with bonuses.

As a free agent in waiting, the Serbian striker is said to have attracted interest from Tottenham, Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid, Manchester United and Barcelona.

The 25-year-old would represent a brilliant signing for any top European club, and Spurs are certainly desperate for a reliable goalscorer.

With Serbia failing to qualify for the World Cup, Vlahovic only has his club matches to impress potential suitors.

Thomas Frank has always got the best out of lively strikers who can offer a physical presence, and Vlahovic would undoubtedly thrive under his management.

Tottenham’s poor home record this season has highlighted their need for attacking reinforcements – and quickly.

Richarlison and Randal Kolo Muani simply not good enough for Spurs

Richarlison started the season brilliantly for Tottenham. However, after scoring three goals in his first five league matches, he has since been rotated out for Randal Kolo Muani up front.

He has been inconsistent throughout his Tottenham career, and the January transfer window could see the Brazilian leave in favour of regular minutes.

Randal Kolo Muani joined Spurs on a season-long loan from Paris Saint-Germain, and he’s started the last three Premier League matches under Frank.

He was hooked at half-time during the draw vs Man United, and it has since emerged that he has fractured his jaw and will be unavailable until mid-January.

Neither striker has proved themselves to be reliable, and Vlahovic would certainly tick all the boxes for a forward who could be successful in N17.

Tottenham could reward Micky van de Ven’s recent performances with a new contract.

Van de Ven became Tottenham’s top scorer after netting a brace in Spurs’ 3-0 victory over Everton last month.

He went on to score an early contender for goal of the season in Tottenham’s 4-0 win over Copenhagen in the UEFA Champions League.

His stellar form has made him a fan favourite with supporters desperate to see him spend many more seasons in North London.

Tottenham could offer Micky van de Ven a pay rise

It has been widely reported that Real Madrid are interested in signing van de Ven next summer, which comes as no surprise given his current form.

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Indeed, the White club have been poking around Spurs star players for a while, with Cristian Romero linked with a move to Real Madrid last summer.

However, speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, Tottenham expert and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham believes Spurs could offer van de Ven a new and improved contract to guarantee his services for several more seasons.

“I think with his existing deal running until 2029, Spurs are not in a panic situation,” Wenham said.

“However, as he joined from the Bundesliga side Wolfsburg, I imagine he is probably on £60-70,000 per week maximum.

“So Spurs should reward his rapid progress into one of the best defenders in the Premier League with a new deal and could even double his current salary.”

How has Micky van de Ven performed this season?

In short, the Dutch international has been incredible this season.

On top of netting six goals for Spurs thus far, he has been solid defensively:

Furthermore, the defender has recovered 3.7 balls in the Premier League and has made 3.4 clearances per game, according to Sofascore.

The centre-back has been efficient on all attacking and defensive fronts, which has made him one of the most complete defenders in the world.