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Thomas Frank will not be satisfied with Tottenham’s transfer dealings in the last week.

Spurs supporters are all too familiar with Daniel Levy’s failure to be decisive in the transfer market, which often leads to the Lilywhites losing out on top targets.

Frank is not, but is quickly learning the hard way as Bryan Mbeumo has all but ruled out joining Spurs while Arsenal look set to sign Eberechi Eze.

The Dane will be hoping his fortunes change as he heads into his third week in charge, with Tottenham News bringing you the latest updates from N17.

Sheffield United ready to pay £6million for Ashley Phillips

Frank is expected to take a closer look at the majority of players at Tottenham before making a final decision on their futures, especially the younger contingent.

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One of those is Ashley Phillips, who Frank is keen to keep at Hotspur Way for the time being, with Sheffield United showing an interest in the defender, according to The Sun on Sunday (29 June, pg 57).

The Blades would be willing to spend £6million to bring the 20-year-old to Yorkshire, but Frank is set on giving the England Under-20 international a chance in North London.

The central defender impressed while on loan at Stoke City last season, making 39 appearances and starting every game for the Potters in the second half of the season.

Cristian Romero’s Tottenham departure for £42.7m draws nearer

Cristian Romero’s departure to Atletico Madrid is accelerating as the print edition of AS (29 June, pg 17) reports that the Spanish club are stepping up their pursuit.

Diego Simeone’s side have been in talks with Spurs’ hierarchy and could finalise the deal next week for a fee of around £42.7m.

This falls well short of Levy’s valuation of Romero, but it would end the speculation that has circled the centre-back since before the start of the calendar year.

It would also allow Frank to plan accordingly, as Romero would need to be replaced.

Liverpool to beat Tottenham to Marc Guéhi

Marc Guéhi was the subject of a failed bid from Spurs in the winter transfer window and has been on Tottenham’s radar for some time.

The Lilywhites were expected to go back in for the 24-year-old this summer once the situation with Romero was resolved, but they now look set to miss out on the Crystal Palace star.

The England international’s stellar season, including captaining the Eagles to their first major trophy, has piqued Liverpool’s interest, and according to the Sunday People, page 62 (29 June), talks between Guéhi, Palace, and the Reds are set to take place in the next 24 hours.

It will be a bitter blow to Tottenham fans, who will see yet another top target disappear from under their noses, and leave Frank with a lot to ponder.

Richarlison could be set to make an emotional return to Everton after struggling at Tottenham.

Richarlison has been linked with an Everton return this summer after another disappointing season in North London.

Tottenham paid big money to sign the Brazilian from the Toffees in 2022. However, three years later, Spurs supporters are still waiting for the striker to find his best form.

And Daniel Levy could now be ready to cut his losses as the door opens for Richarlison to head back to Merseyside.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin confirms Everton departure

It has been widely reported that Richarlison is keen to remain in Europe amid interest from Saudi Arabia.

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The 28-year-old has been linked with a move to Galatasaray to replace Victor Osimhen, with Tottenham willing to green-light his departure [Posta].

However, a return to Everton could now be on the cards despite previous reports playing down the move.

It comes after Dominic Calvert-Lewin took to Instagram (29 June) to confirm his departure from Everton after nine years with the Toffees.

He made it clear what the Evertonians meant to him as he captioned the post, “Thank you for everything,” while also expressing how proud he was to represent the Blues.

Everton will now need to sign a new striker, and could move for Richarlison as a result. Calvert-Lewin’s exit will free up some funds with the Englishman now off the books, and that money could be put toward Richarlison’s transfer fee.

It remains to be seen whether the forward would take up the offer, but there is no doubt that the Evertonians still hold a special place in his heart.

Tottenham must sell Richarlison this summer

While Richarlison is loved by Spurs supporters for his big personality, the striker has struggled to fulfil the demands of a big club.

He netted five times in 24 appearances last season and spent the majority of the campaign on the sidelines. Richarlison was behind Dominic Solanke in the pecking order, and it has been suggested that Thomas Frank will not be changing things anytime soon.

Therefore, it may be better for all involved if Richarlison leaves Tottenham this summer.

Tottenham fans have become accustomed to surprising decisions this summer as Thomas Frank gets ready to make some more.

Even the nature of Frank’s appointment at Tottenham was surprising, with a lot of supporters shocked to see Ange Postecoglou sacked after winning the UEFA Europa League.

Frank has a lot of work to do to convince fans that he is the right man for the job.

And it looks as though the Dane is ready to make some bold decisions during pre-season, which will cause further shock in North London.

Frank could give forgotten Tottenham stars another chance

While Tottenham fans are not feeling that enthusiastic about preseason after the lack of transfer activity in North London, it could end up being a significant moment for the Lilywhites.

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It may be the final time supporters catch a glimpse of Son Heung-min in a Tottenham shirt after it was reported that the 32-year-old is contractually obligated to play in Spurs’ friendly against Newcastle at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea (3 August).

However, more importantly, the tour will allow Frank the chance to get a closer look at his new players in action, and it has been widely reported that the Tottenham boss will use the time to decide on several players’ futures.

And Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes the 53-year-old could make some surprising decisions on the futures of some players.

“I think it’s too early for Frank to have made any decisions,” Wenham said.

“He’s going to look at players over pre-season, which will be four or five weeks of solid training, matches, getting to know each other socially, then he’ll make decisions.

“I think it’s way too early for people to say this person is going on loan, or this person isn’t going on loan. We’ve got a big pre-season tour coming up, there will be lots of players going on that tour, and lots of opportunities for them to stake their claim.

“I’m sure Frank will make one or two surprise decisions. There might be players that impress him so much that he decides to keep them, even though they looked set to leave.”

Frank could be making a mistake

In addition to the likes of Manor Solomon, Jamie Donley and Phillips, it has been widely reported that Frank will use pre-season to take a look at some of Tottenham’s academy players.

This does not come as a surprise, as Brentford’s financial limitations meant the Dane had to make use of some of his younger talents. However, this approach may not be as successful with Tottenham, who are hoping to make an impact in the UEFA Champions League next season.

Time and time again, Spurs’ academy products bailed them out last season, and their impact should not be understated. However, if Tottenham wish to push on, they need more experience.

Daniel Levy will make sure to get the best possible value with Sheffield United ready to sign a Tottenham player.

It has been a slow start to the summer for Tottenham on the transfer front, and many supporters will no doubt be growing frustrated with Levy.

A host of big names have been linked with moves to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, including Eberechi Eze, but Spurs don’t seem any closer to adding new players to Thomas Frank’s squad.

And there has now been news of a potential exit in North London, and Spurs fans have had their say.

Sheffield United are ready to sign Ashley Phillips

Frank is expected to use pre-season at Tottenham to take a look at some of Spurs’ younger players.

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According to the print edition of The Sun on Sunday (29 June, pg. 57), Ashley Phillips is someone Frank is keen to take a better look at.

However, should Tottenham U-turn on the centre back, Sheffield United are waiting to pounce on a deal. The Blades are prepared to pay £6million for Phillips, but have been rebuffed by Spurs at the moment.

The centre-back enjoyed a successful season-long loan spell with Stoke City and ended his tenure as a regular starter for the Championship club.

Therefore, it is only logical that he would want to continue playing regularly, and he might see Sheffield United as a viable option.

However, if Tottenham do sanction a sale, supporters are keen for a buy-back clause to be included in any agreement this summer.

Tottenham may not have space for Phillips

There is no doubt that Phillips is talented. However, the centre back position is where Tottenham currently have the most depth.

There could be a place for Phillips if Cristian Romero leaves this summer, but if the Argentine stays, the defender could see himself as the fourth or even fifth pick. Therefore, Phillips may have no choice but to take up Sheffield United on their advances this summer.

Tottenham are among a host of clubs who could move for Liverpool star Harvey Elliott.

The 22-year-old is one of the brightest talents in the game and reaffirmed that status by taking home the Player of the Tournament award at the U21 European Championships.

However, he featured for just 360 minutes in the Reds’ Premier League title success and has admitted that his future may not lie at Anfield.

Thomas Frank could take advantage and bring the former Fulham star to North London.

Tottenham to sign Elliott as Liverpool exit looms

A move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium would allow Elliott to advance his career while still playing in the Champions League.

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Former Spurs midfielder Jamie O’Hara tipped the Anfield star to make the move to N17, admitting that he would love to see the England U-21 star at Spurs.

His Liverpool future is uncertain right now with Florian Wirtz and Dominik Szoboszlai ahead of him in the pecking order, and the Reds would reportedly accept a £40million offer for his services.

Iconic commentator Ian Darke exclusively told Tottenham News that the Europa League winners should make that move, saying: “I think it would be a pretty marvellous signing if Tottenham got Harvey Elliott, who obviously wants more first-team football.

“There is a player that I think would be a good pick-up for a few clubs up towards the top of the Premier League.

“He has been unlucky not to play more football than he has, and he has got to an age now where you know, I think Elliott might even, if he were in the right position, playing lots of games, be around the fringes of the England squad for the World Cup.

“He could play deeper like in the right side of a three in midfield, his position is, the problem is, it is the Salah position isn’t it, at Liverpool.

“That is where he seems to naturally gravitate, so that is where you would play him as a guy causing a lot of trouble down the right side, sometimes tucked in a bit.

“I think he has got enough versatility to fit around any kind of formation that a manager would like to come out.

“I think Harvey Elliott, £40million, he would be somewhere near the top of my shopping list if I had that sort of money lying around and had a gap for an attacking midfield player.

“That is a lot of money and it would be a record fee for quite a few clubs, it would say it would be a pretty good gamble.”

Elliott would be a success at Tottenham

Slot’s treatment of Elliott has been baffling, he is a top-quality player who can make a difference, but he was not given the opportunity to do so on regular occasions.

Daniel Levy and Co should do everything that they can to bring him in, as it would get them closer to the top echelons, where the Reds are already.

Tottenham Hotspur are set to welcome 50 Cent to North London as part of his UK tour.

At this stage in the year, despite there being no football played, all of the focus remains on the happenings at Tottenham.

Recruitment is set to play a crucial role in the success that Thomas Frank can find at Spurs next season, though with Daniel Levy seemingly being as stubborn as ever, they will be looking to raise funds.

Player sales will, of course, contribute to that, as will events held at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with 50 Cent due to arrive in North London, with Tottenham News providing all of the latest updates surrounding the concert.

London set to host 50 Cent visit as warm weather persists

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Via the Met Office, temperatures of over 20 degrees are expected in North London, with a small chance of some rain.

With the concert due to start at 4:30pm GMT, a temperature of 23 degrees is expected, with a 20 per cent chance of rain.

Wind speeds are expected to pick up throughout the day, with gusts of 23mph anticipated, though these will die out throughout the show.

As of now, most of the general tickets for the concert have been sold out, though Ticketmaster have verified resale tickets up for grabs.

Prices start at £89.11, with the most expensive ticket currently available priced at £262.47, with handling fees also to be added on top of that.

Fans wishing to attend can purchase a Gold Circle Standing Ticket for £226.85, which would see them positioned right in front of the stage.

Hospitality packages are also available, though only a limited number remain.

The concert will start at 4:30pm, with 50 Cent’s appearance likely coming a short time after that.

Tottenham’s depth at centre-back will leave Thomas Frank with a few decisions to make this summer.

Spurs already secured Kevin Danso on a permanent deal last month, and look set to bring in Kōta Takai from Kawasaki Frontale.

Tottenham also triggered their option to extend Ben Davies’ contract, leaving the North London club with five recognised senior centre-backs.

The returns of Alfie Dorrington, Ashley Phillips, and the arrival of Luka Vušković could raise that number to eight, with the latter potentially set for a loan move this summer.

Vušković is highly sought across Europe

Despite only turning 18 this year, Vušković made his senior debut for Croatia earlier this month following his impressive loan spell with Belgian side Westerlo last season.

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The centre-back started every game he was eligible for in the Jupiler Pro League and scored an impressive seven goals, including an acrobatic overhead kick against Club Brugge.

As reported by Football London (25 June), multiple clubs across Europe are hoping to secure a loan deal for the talented defender if Frank decides he would benefit from more experience.

Hamburg are one of the clubs interested in Vušković, but ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes the Lilywhites would prefer to acclimatise the youngster to the English game, which could see him join a Championship club on loan instead.

“Tottenham might keep him in England,” King said.

“They could loan him out to a Championship club. I think that would be a good way for Vušković to get a feel of what English football is all about. It is a tough league, the Championship.

“It would be common sense for Frank to take a look in pre-season, but then it will depend on what is happening with the other centre-backs. However, I think a loan move makes more sense. It is far better that he is playing football than sitting on the bench or playing with the Under-21s.

“First-team football in the Championship is far better than playing for the Under-21s, and it will force him to grow up more quickly.”

Frank should risk keeping Vušković in the first-team squad

While the step up to the Premier League would be huge for the teenage sensation, Vušković could benefit from staying in N17 this summer to get a feel for Tottenham.

Arguably, Frank’s best attribute is improving young players, and the Croatian defender’s unique talent could flourish under the Dane’s tutelage.

He would also be walking into a happy dressing room full of winners, and could learn more from being exposed to top professionals like Son Heung-min than from going out on loan, where he may not be as closely monitored and tutored.

Arsenal could now be set to capitalise on a transfer development on the other side of North London as surprise Tottenham news emerges.

There have already been several shocking developments at Tottenham this summer.

Many were surprised to see Ange Postecoglou sacked after the Australian guided the Lilywhites to the UEFA Europa League, while the announcement that Donna-Maria Cullen would be stepping down caught several people off guard.

There have been some transfer twists too, with Johnny Cardoso snubbing a move to Tottenham to join Atletico Madrid instead, as more surprise news now emerges.

Tottenham cool Eberechi Eze interest

Eberechi Eze became hot property when he netted the winner for Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final, and the 26-year-old has been linked with Tottenham and Arsenal.

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But it seems that Spurs have cooled their interest, with fans on the other side of North London now convinced that Eze is headed to the Emirates.

As reported by Ben Jacobs via talkSPORT (27 June), in a surprise twist, Tottenham have now backed off from signing Eze, who has a £68million release clause in his contract.

This is wonderful news for Arsenal, who Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes have found their Gabriel Martinelli upgrade.

“Eze is a very talented player,” Wenham said.

“Therefore, I’m sure Arsenal probably are interested in signing him, as Manchester City are too. These good players are quite hard to come by.

“When you’ve got someone like Eze, who has as much experience as he has, and is now an FA Cup winner, it doesn’t surprise me that Arsenal want to sign him. He would be a massive upgrade on Martinelli as well. There’s always going to be competition for these players.

“If Tottenham want Eze, they need to move swiftly. They know what the release clause is, so start having those conversations and get this wrapped up.”

Tottenham could now sign Xavi Simons

As well as Eze, Tottenham are also interested in Xavi Simons. As both players operate in similar areas of the pitch, it would have been unlikely for Spurs to spend big money on both this summer.

Therefore, the recent update on Eze could indicate that Tottenham have made their choice. Indeed, at 22 years old, Simons is one of the most talented young players in football.

Therefore, it would not come as a surprise if Spurs were to accelerate their pursuit of the Dutchman.

Tottenham have struggled to bring in new faces so far this summer despite Thomas Frank wanting new signings.

While Spurs have brought in have made three transfers this summer, two were on loan at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last season, while Luka Vuskovic was pre-arranged.

Multiple other stars have been linked to the London club, but no incomings appear close as it stands.

Now, due to Tottenham’s pondering in the transfer market, they could easily lose out on multiple targets this summer.

Liverpool to beat Tottenham to Marc Guehi

Tottenham have been linked to Marc Guehi this summer.

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The Crystal Palace defender is on the back of another great season as he lifted the FA Cup with the London club.

It has been claimed that Guehi would hold out for a move to Tottenham. However, Liverpool now look set to win the race for the England international.

According to Sunday People, page 62 (29 June), Arne Slot’s team are in prime position to sign Guehi, with talks between all parties to take place in the next 24 hours.

This would see Tottenham and Newcastle miss out on the defender who only has one year left on his contract.

Daniel Levy has failed Spurs so far this transfer window

With July now just days away, Tottenham have still not made any serious additions this summer.

This is massively disappointing given Frank’s appointment and the fact that the London club are in the Champions League.

Daniel Levy’s pondering has no doubt cost Tottenham, with Arsenal now looking to sign target Eberechi Eze.

Pre-season is just weeks away, and as it stands, Spurs are not better off than last season.

How Levy can expect improvements alone from the addition of Frank is baffling.

Thankfully, there is still plenty of time left in the transfer window, but Spurs will need to act fast if they are to be ready for the start of the Premier League season.

Spurs could play hardball and push for a court case with Ineos, Tottenham News understands.

Daniel Levy and the Lilywhites have lodged a High Court claim for £11million against Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s company over a recently ended sponsorship agreement.

Court documents have emerged that Spurs are alleging Ineos missed two contracted payments equalling around £5.5million for the 2025-26 season.

Tottenham could agree new settlement

A source close to Tottenham News with expertise in football finance believes that there are two possible scenarios which may follow.

The most likely of those is said to be an out-of-court settlement, likely lower than £11m.

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However, Spurs could still push hard for a court case, which would leave it in the hands of an independent commission, where they could either win or lose completely.

Thomas Frank needs no distractions

With Thomas Frank preparing to welcome his squad back to Hotspur Way, he will not be getting involved in these matters.

Tottenham are preparing to enter the Champions League once again and have a huge European Super Cup tie against Paris Saint-Germain to look forward to as well.

Everyone knows that Levy is a ruthless businessman and wouldn’t have taken kindly to Ineos and Sir Jim Ratcliffe doing what they did, but that cannot take priority right now.

As deals for Bryan Mbuemo and Eberechi Eze look lost already, Tottenham fans will very quickly start to lose their patience again, which is already low after the sacking of Ange Postecoglou.

After publicly admitting he wants to win the Champions League and Premier League, Levy has to back that up with the necessary spending in the transfer market.

Earning any sort of settlement will be a positive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but not if it gets in the way of important transfer business.

Frank and Spurs need to move quickly with the big six already spending big; they could fall even further behind before the Premier League kicks off again.