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The Tottenham Hotspur revolution under Thomas Frank is underway.

The Dane has been brought in to replace Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked just 16 days after winning the Europa League and ending the club’s 17-year trophy drought.

Thomas Frank is now tasked with taking Spurs to the next level, and to do so, he will need help from the transfer market.

TBR Football exclusively revealed that Bryan Mbeumo to Tottenham is one to watch, and that is definitely the case now.

Along with the Cameroonian, Frank could try and sign another Brentford attacker.

Tottenham have held internal discussions about signing Yoane Wissa

Yoane Wissa has been one of Brentford’s best players in recent years.

The 28-year-old directly contributed to 25 goals in all competitions for the Bees last season, and he had formed a tremendous partnership with Bryan Mbeumo.

A lot of Frank’s success in attack was down to his African duo, and The Guardian claim now that he could be interested in a reunion at Tottenham.

The report claims that Spurs have held ‘internal discussions’ about signing Wissa, who was of interest to Nottingham Forest at the turn of the year.

Brentford, however, are not expected to entertain a sale for anything less than £40 million this summer.

That is cheaper than what Mbeumo will cost, but whether Tottenham would be willing to pay around £100 million for two players from the same club remains to be seen.

Wissa’s current deal at Brentford expires in the summer of 2026, but the Bees have an option to extend that by another year.

What Thomas Frank has already said about Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa as a ‘duo’

New Tottenham boss Frank knows Wissa and Mbeumo better than anyone else.

The Dane brought the best out of the two players at Brentford, not just individually, but as a pair as well at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Speaking about Wissa and Mbeumo as a duo, Frank said in April, as per Optus Sports: “As a pair, is there anyone who has (scored more)?

“I know (Mohamed) Salah has been ridiculous, you’ll find a Liverpool player that has more between the two of them, but as a consistent pair? That’s an incredible achievement from the two of them.

“When you consistently, over the last six seasons, have produced top scorers, that must be something we’re doing right. I’m very happy that (Mbeumo) is shining and is the main man now for us. But I think it’s a duo, him and Wissa.”

Morgan Rogers has been ranking and rating some of the best players in world football.

Indeed, the Aston Villa star has been taking part in a TikTok challenge with Puma where he’s had to rank and rate some of his peers, and he’s made some interesting claims along the way.

Rogers has enjoyed a fantastic season for Aston Villa, and now, he’s shared some insight into who he believes are the Premier League’s top players.

The England star has shared his verdict on some big-name players, but perhaps the most interesting claim the attacker made was surrounding two of Tottenham and Arsenal’s star players.

Interestingly, that comes after Rogers was linked with a move to Arsenal.

Morgan Rogers ranks James Maddison ahead of Kai Havertz

Rogers was asked to pick between 10 big-name stars from the Premier League and world football.

Neymar ultimately ascended to the top of Rogers’ list, but below Neymar, the Villa star ultimately ranked James Maddison above Kai Havertz.

Rogers ended up picking a very interesting top 10.

The debate between Maddison and Havertz is very interesting to say the least, both players have been compared since the day they arrived at their respective clubs.

Darren Bent said he’d take Maddison over Havertz not long after he signed, but after changing positions, Havertz has looked better and better.

James Maddison compared to Kai Havertz

It is very interesting to compare Havertz and Maddison. After all, both players were marquee signings for Spurs and Arsenal respectively in the summer of 2023.

Both men were signed as attacking midfield players, but, since then, Havertz has evolved to be more of a striker.

The two players’ stats for their respective clubs makes for interesting reading.

Based on goal contributions per game, Maddison is ahead of Havertz, and that’s in spite of the fact he’s playing in a deeper role.

Ultimately, it is hard to pick between these two players, but Rogers seemingly prefers the £40m Tottenham star to Havertz.

Tottenham have a lot of work to do if they want to catch Arsenal in the coming years, and Maddison may well have a key part to play in that.

Tottenham are entering a brand new era after hiring Thomas Frank to be their new manager.

Indeed, Spurs are heading in a new direction under their new manager, and that likely means there will be a squad refresh.

New signings will be a priority this summer, Antoine Semenyo has been linked to Spurs, while Thomas Frank wants Bryan Mbeumo.

New attacking additions will likely lead to outgoings in the attack, and according to Alasdair Gold, speaking on the Gold and Guest Talk Tottenham Podcast, Heung-Min Son could be a player who leaves Spurs.

Heung-Min Son closer to leaving Tottenham than ever

Heung-Min Son was a world-class player at his best, but, sadly, this season, Son has been off his game.

David Pleat called for Son to be sold recently, and according to Alasdair Gold that is a more distinct possibility than ever this summer.

Indeed, according to the journalist, Son is more open to leaving Tottenham than he ever has been.

“He set out to achieve something and he achieved it, and he’s been there for 10 years. I think it’s quite important to look at some of the quotes that came out ahead of the final, where he made it very clear to the Korean media. Then I think after that to some English media that he admitted, I pretty much stayed at this club because I wanted to win a trophy,” Gold said.

“So you can kind of analyse that as if to say that had he won a trophy, maybe he would have looked at opportunities that came in. And now he has won that trophy. And that’s what I understand, is that this summer is definitely the most open he’s been to getting a move if it’s one that suits all parties.

“Obviously, the Saudi Pro League, the clubs there, I think, would be very, very interested in taking him, some of them, because that’s a big thing for them to harness the Asian market. We know how huge he is within. And of course, he is also a terrific player. He is a superstar player.”

Who could replace Heung-Min Son as Tottenham captain?

If Son leaves Spurs, not only will Tottenham be losing a club legend, but they will also be losing their captain.

Spurs will need a new skipper if Son leaves this summer, and there are some interesting candidates to take up that role.

Tottenham do have captain contenders, Ange Postecoglou named Cristian Romero, James Maddison and Guglielmo Vicario as three other leaders in the Spurs squad.

Romero and Maddison are currently vice captains, so it would make sense if they stepped up.

Meanwhile, Kevin Danso has earned praise for his leadership skills since joining Spurs, so perhaps he could be a candidate too.

Thomas Frank may have a big decision to make almost as soon as he takes charge at Tottenham.

Tottenham officially appointed Thomas Frank as their new manager following the dismissal of Ange Postecoglou.

Spurs paid Brentford £10m to secure Frank’s services, making him the third most expensive manager in Premier League history.

The agreement was done days ago, however, Tottenham delayed Frank’s announcement as they worked on securing Justin Cochrane’s services as well.

Cochrane has now returned to Tottenham as their new assistant manager and Jermain Defoe thinks his former club have struck gold with his appointment.

Former Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe full of praise for Justin Cochrane

Defoe spoke highly of Cochrane, sharing how impressed he was after visiting one of his training sessions.

He noted that Cochrane, who previously worked at Spurs before moving to Manchester United, stood out as an excellent coach and teacher.

When Defoe attended the training day, he initially expected to just watch from the sidelines, but Cochrane invited him to join a coaching meeting a few days before a game.

Defoe was impressed by how clear and focused Cochrane’s instructions were throughout the meeting. When asked if Frank and Cochrane are the right appointments for Tottenham, Defoe told talkSPORT: “100%. And that’s the one I wanted to be honest. Was it? Yeah, that’s the one. I thought if we can get Thomas Frank be amazing because I went in last season.

“Obviously, I know Justin Cochran who looks like he’s he’s going to he’s going to come with Thomas Frank.

“He started at Tottenham just before he went to United. Unbelievable coach by the way. I remember I got invited in. So, I went in for the day and when I went in, I just thought I’ll just sort of like be on the side of the pitch. I watch training.

“He said to me, ‘No, come in the meeting’. So I come to the meeting and listen to all these coaching points. They were really clear messages.

“And then after I sort of like watched the training sessions, I listen to his coaching points and where we stood when he coached and the way he sort of like drives the sessions, the way he connects with people which is also important.

“After training I sat down with him, it’s just that you know that people skills and just tried to pick his brain a little bit but really nice guy. He’s a top coach, top man.”

Justin Cochrane will be beneficial for Tottenham youngsters

With Spurs welcoming a wave of young talent, Cochrane’s expertise in youth development fits perfectly with the club’s vision.

He began his coaching career at Spurs as a youth coach before leading various England youth teams. In June 2021, Cochrane joined Manchester United’s academy as head of player development and coaching, then became Brentford’s head of coaching a year later.

He has overseen the development of several known players during his time at Spurs and England youth level including Noni Madueke, Kyle Walker-Peters, Japhet Tanganga and Oliver Skipp.

Tottenham have officially announced Thomas Frank as their new manager and are now expected to become active in the summer transfer window.

Several players have already been linked with a move. Tottenham believe they can now sign Bryan Mbeumo, with the 25-year-old one of the reported targets.

Tottenham are also interested in Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite, who could replace Cristian Romero, after TBR Football reported that Romero is expected to leave Spurs this summer.

Another player Tottenham are reportedly monitoring is Bournemouth star Justin Kluivert.

Tottenham eyeing move for Bournemouth star Justin Kluivert

According to the latest report from CaughtOffside, Kluivert is attracting interest from a number of Premier League clubs including Tottenham.

The report claims that Spurs have entered conversations to sign him, and are weighing up a potential move which would depend on other outgoings.

He will not come cheap though, with the report stating that the Cherries have slapped a hefty price tag on him worth between £42-47m (€50–55m).

Tottenham face stiff competition, with Liverpool also said to be monitoring the ‘amazing‘ player alongside Manchester United and Newcastle.

The report further adds that while Bournemouth are under no financial pressure to sell him, they are aware of the significant profit they could make from his sale.

Justin Kluivert is good friends with Micky van de Ven

Spurs could have a potential advantage if they pursue a move, with Kluivert being very good friends with Micky van de Ven.

The attacker made the admission during an interview where he was asked to name the top 10 fastest players in the Premier League.

Kluivert picked his Dutch compatriot as number one and made the revelation about him being close friends with him, saying: “He’s a good friend of mine, and I’ll put him for sure at number one.”

Tottenham Hotspur’s new manager and coaching team are in place, with the club’s hierarchy wasting little time in replacing Ange Postecoglou and his staff.

Tottenham have brought Thomas Frank to N17 following his impressive work at Premier League rivals Brentford over the years.

Frank is likely to be a much more flexible manager for Tottenham, in contrast to Postecoglou’s often uncompromising desire to play a high line.

In addition, Frank has brought a number of coaches over from Brentford, including Justin Cochrane, who was previously on the books at Tottenham.

Cochrane has now sent a message to the Spurs fanbase, and supporters are buzzing over what he said.

Tottenham fans welcome Justin Cochrane back to N17

Cochrane took to X on Friday night to express his delight at being back at Tottenham after starting his coaching career at White Hart Lane.

“Well what can I say, back to where I started in 2009,” Cochrane wrote. “I’m delighted to be joining Spurs.

“I can’t wait to get started. The club gave me my 1st job and now after 16 years of working very hard, getting qualified and making an impact wherever I’ve been.

“I’m back. LET’S GO!”

Fans loved Cochrane’s message, with one replying: “Congratulations, Justin. Speaking to staff yesterday so many excited to see you back.”

Another said: “Welcome back Justin, delighted to have you back with us. Get ready for pre-season in Korea.

“Some hard grafting to do – give Mbeumo a text too!”

The praise kept coming, with one supporter writing: “Welcome back… thank you for choosing us. Looking forward to building something special.”

Another said: “Hopefully you can develop this crop of young talented and exciting players like you’ve done many times before COYS.”

Another wrote: “Welcome back, Justin. Some young talents are about to be coached into world beaters.”

Why Justin Cochrane could be great for Tottenham’s young stars

Cochrane previously worked at Tottenham’s academy and has also worked in the England setup, from the Under-15s all the way up to the senior setup with Thomas Tuchel.

While at Spurs, Cochrane helped oversee the development of the likes of Noni Madueke, Kyle Walker-Peters, Japhet Tanganga, Oliver Skipp and Josh Onomah.

In the England setup, Cochrane helped nurture the likes of Lewis Hall and Tino Livramento, among many others.

Meanwhile, his time at Manchester United saw the club win FA Youth Cup for the first time since 2011, and the side in the final included Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.

Cristian Romero has become a hot topic of discussion among Tottenham Hotspur fans following the appointment of Thomas Frank as their new head coach.

Daniel Levy sacked Ange Postecoglou just 16 days after he won them the Europa League title in Bilbao, and several people felt that it was a harsh move.

Micky van de Ven even called Levy’s decision to sack Postecoglou as ‘strange’, which tells you all you need to know about how the players feel.

Tottenham confirmed on Thursday that Frank is their new head coach. After the announcement, Romero took to social media to send a message to Ange Postecoglou.

A part of his post read: “From day one, you paved the way despite the many obstacles that always existed and always will exist.”

Many Spurs fans feel that was a big dig aimed at Levy and the Tottenham board.

Tottenham fans react to Cristian Romero’s post about Ange Postecoglou

Cristian Romero’s Instagram post has raised a lot of debate on social media.

The timing of it — he posted it after Thomas Frank was officially announced as the new boss — has led many to believe that Romero’s words are directed at the decision-makers of the club.

One Tottenham fan said: “Love the bloke. He loves the club and fans, but absolutely sees straight through the top of this club. What a man!”

Another wrote: “‘Despite the many obstacles that always existed and always will exist,’ he should’ve just tagged the board!”

“Our only truly world-class talent sounds like he’s off as we can’t match his ambition. How do Daniel Levy and Enic explain these comments which are so clearly pointed at them – the obstacle to success,” tweeted another.

Another wrote: “Red card challenge on the board. Two-footed and high!”

“‘Obstacles that were there and always will be’ (Levy),” said another.

Cristian Romero’s Tottenham future remains uncertain

Tottenham fans have long felt that Romero would leave if Postecoglou was sacked, and that could soon become the reality.

The Argentine clearly had a lot of love and respect for the old Tottenham boss, and it does seem that he is upset about his departure.

TBR Football exclusively revealed this week that Romero is still expected to leave Tottenham, but Levy is having one final crack at keeping him.

The Spurs chairman will try to extend his deal again, but the defender has already spoken to Diego Simeone, and all signs point towards a move to Atletico Madrid this summer.

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are both in the race for Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo.

The Red Devils have been keen to sign the Bees star for a while now, and the player has also shown interest in a move to Old Trafford.

TBR Football revealed earlier this week that Manchester United were closing in on Mbeumo – but Tottenham now have an ace up their sleeve.

Spurs have just appointed Thomas Frank as their manager, and Mbeumo worked wonders under the Dane at the GTech Community Stadium.

Sky Sports journalist Dharmesh Sheth has now given an update on the Mbeumo situation, including what has left him “more intrigued” and who he’s “leaning towards”.

Bryan Mbeumo ‘still leaning’ towards Manchester United – but there’s a catch

Sheth, speaking on Sky Sports News, claimed that Mbeumo is still slightly more in favour of a move to Old Trafford.

However, Spurs appear to have caught his attention by virtue of now having Frank at the helm.

Sheth, quoting Sky Sports News sources, said: “As it stands, Bryan Mbeumo is still leaning towards Manchester United”.

The journalist then said Man United are expected to go back in with a fresh offer for the Brentford forward.

The Red Devils had a £55million bid rejected for Mbeumo, with Brentford valuing the Cameroon international at more than £60million.

Meanwhile, Tottenham are said to have held initial discussions with Brentford about a deal for Mbeumo.

The 25-year-old is understood to be “more intrigued” by a move to Tottenham now that Frank, his former manager at Brentford, has become their head coach.

What Thomas Frank has said about Bryan Mbeumo as stats highlight his qualities

Mbeumo has made a real name for himself as one of the Premier League’s most exciting forwards in recent seasons.

“Unbelievable at penalties, assists, work ethic,” Frank previously said of Mbeumo, as per Chronicle Live. “An unbelievable player.”

Last season was especially fruitful for Mbeumo, who registered 20 goals and eight assists in the Premier League – and he was also outstanding off the ball.

Last term, Mbeumo was the only player to notch four figures in terms of off-the-ball runs, registering 1,037 runs.

Mbeumo also covered 387.6km in the league, putting him third behind Daniel Munoz (389.5 km) and Bruno Guimaraes (420.0 km).

In addition, Mbeumo made the top spot for off-the-ball runs made at sprinting speed (389) and took third place for total sprints (870).

Tottenham Hotspur are entering a new era under Thomas Frank, and this summer transfer window is bound to be busy.

Indeed, Spurs need to back their new manager, and they’ve already been linked with some exciting signings.

Bryan Mbeumo has been linked to Tottenham already, while Eberechi Eze is said to be a Spurs target.

Now, speaking on the London is Blue Podcast, Matt Law has shared some interesting insight into another Spurs target.

Indeed, according to Law, sources keep telling him that Tottenham are interested in Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite.

Tottenham interested in Jarrad Branthwaite

Law shared what his sources have told him about Spurs and Branthwaite.

The reporter says that he keeps hearing Tottenham coming up in connection with the Everton defender.

However, everyone seems to believe Branthwaite is too expensive at the moment as the defender has been valued at £70m recently, via ESPN.

“I keep hearing that Tottenham are very interested in Branthwaite, and everybody thinks his fee at the moment is too high,” Law said.

“So, I don’t think Chelsea are active on Branthwaite, but you never know. They’ve clearly looked at him, but I think someone like Hato at the moment is more likely. But that left side is more likely than right side currently.”

Tottenham’s defensive options analysed

Tottenham are interested in Branthwaite, but there’s reason to be skeptical about this potential signing.

Indeed, if there’s one area of the team where Tottenham don’t necessarily need more depth, it’s at centre-back.

Of course, Spurs had massive issues at centre-half this season due to their unprecedented injury crisis, but surely that won’t happen again.

Just look at Spurs’ centre-back options, the north London club are stacked with talent.

Of course, Cristian Romero could be set to leave, but if Romero does go, he’ll need replacing with a right-sided defender rather than a left footer like Branthwaite.

There are other areas of the squad that Tottenham need to address before they go and spend massive money on a new centre-back.

Several Premier League clubs are interested in signing a Tottenham player who left the club just last summer.

Spurs have produced several academy talents in recent years, but not all have managed to establish themselves as first-team regulars.

Marcus Edwards is a recent example of someone who never truly broke through at Spurs but has flourished since leaving, particularly with his performances while at Sporting Lisbon.

Another player who failed to fulfil his potential while at Tottenham is Japhet Tanganga.

Japhet Tanganga linked with Premier League return amid interest from Crystal Palace and Leeds

Tanganga worked his way up at the Spurs academy before breaking into the first team for whom he made 50 appearances.

However, he failed to establish himself as a regular under various managers and Tanganga was eventually released last summer after a couple of loan spells at Augsburg and Millwall.

He joined Millwall on a free transfer last summer but is now being linked with a return to the Premier League, with several clubs showing interest in signing him including Crystal Palace.

According to Charlie Gordon of Express Sport, the London side will step up their interest in the 26-year-old if they sell Marc Guehi.

The centre-back is linked with a summer exit, with Newcastle one of the clubs keen on signing Guehi.

Crystal Palace are not the only club interested in signing Tanganga, with newly promoted sides Leeds United, Sunderland and Burnley all prepared to pay the £1.2m release clause.

Despite competition for his signature, Gordon reports that Palace have the edge over the other clubs if they are to pursue a move.

Japhet Tanganga was once described as phenomenal by former coach

Tanganga joined the Tottenham academy as a youngster and rose through the ranks before making an impressive breakthrough in 2019/20.

Despite playing as a centre-back throughout his academy years, it was at right-back where he impressed during his first-team debut against Liverpool.

He was highly rated at Spurs while at the academy by those close to the club, with one coach describing Tanganga as ‘phenomenal’, as reported by The Athletic: “He has the assets to be a phenomenal right-back. With a bit of work on how he can produce in the final third more. improving his crossing and passing, he could become one of the best right-backs in the league.”

While it did not work for him at Tottenham, he could have a second chance at making it work in the Premier League, that too against one of his former club’s London rivals.