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Tottenham Hotspur are heading into a new era under Thomas Frank, and, in the eyes of many, the future looks bright.

Thomas Frank has been tipped to succeed at Spurs, and with Mohammed Kudus on his way to Tottenham, things are looking positive.

However, after finishing 17th in the Premier League last season, there are underlying problems for the north London club.

Speaking on TalkSPORT, John Terry has been discussing how he thinks Tottenham will do this season, and he says that he’s already spotted a problem at Spurs.

John Terry makes Tottenham prediction

Terry spoke about how Spurs are going to do under Thomas Frank.

The Chelsea legend says he thinks Frank is a good manager, but, at the same time, he doesn’t think Spurs are in a good place to kick on, pointing towards the ownership.

Ultimately, the pundit admitted that he still hates Tottenham and he doesn’t want to see them do well.

“How do you think Spurs will do?” Terry was asked.

“Hopefully not too well. I think he’s a really good manager, but the problem is I don’t think they’re in a good place based on where they finished last year.

“I look at Spurs and go the foundations and the facilities are incredible, but I think it’s time for a change and someone to come in and give it a really good go

“I’m happy for them to stay where they are, I hate Spurs and Spurs hate me, it’s really simple. It’s pure hate, I hope they stay where they are if I’m being honest.”

John Terry’s record vs Tottenham

Terry says that he hates Tottenham, and almost 10 years after he retired, it would appear that hatred still runs deep.

Of course, as a Chelsea legend, Terry is never going to be a fan of Spurs, and, during his playing career, he often got the better of his Lilywhite rivals.

Terry won a lot more than he lost against Spurs during his career, and he even scored a few goals in that time too.

The pundit doesn’t expect Tottenham to do all that much this season, but it’s now up to Thomas Frank and his players to prove everyone wrong.

Despite their Europa League triumph, it was a tough season for several players at Tottenham Hotspur, but they are all now set for a clean slate.

The arrival of Thomas Frank in North London means that players who once looked out of favour could be handed a new lease of life.

The Danish head coach worked wonders at Brentford, developing several players into top Premier League stars.

There is one player in particular that Spurs will be hoping Frank can work his magic with, as they still have ‘high hopes’ for him after a tough first season.

Tottenham still have ‘high hopes’ for Wilson Odobert

Tottenham Hotspur still have ‘high hopes’ for Wilson Odobert and are not giving up on him after what was a tricky debut campaign in North London, according to Tom Barclay.

Tottenham signed Odobert for £32m from Burnley last summer, and the North London club believe the 20-year-old still has plenty of time to improve.

Odobert suffered a bad hamstring injury, which sidelined him for several months, and it’s clear this impacted his performances after he returned.

Initially, Odobert showed promising signs, but he ended the 2024/25 campaign with just three goals in 21 matches for Spurs.

Barclay told his YouTube channel: “Wilson Odobert, who, along with (Mathys) Tel, has played pretty well by all accounts at the Under-21 Euros.

“He was someone who, barring that AZ Alkmaar home game where he scored his first couple of goals for Spurs, we didn’t really see the best of because of his hamstring injuries. But he’s definitely someone that they aren’t in any way giving up on and have high hopes for.”

Odobert impressed for France U-21 at the European Championships in Slovakia over the summer, and there is hope he can continue that form for the upcoming campaign.

Tottenham’s impressive attacking options

Following the imminent arrival of Mohamed Kudus at Tottenham, Frank’s attack is nicely starting to take shape, with many impressive options.

Kudus is set to sign for Tottenham in a deal worth around £55 million, with his medical expected to take place on Thursday.

The North London club appear to have learned their lesson from last season of leaving themselves short in terms of squad depth.

Frank might need to consider selling a few, especially with TBR Football revealing that Tottenham are targeting a move for Yoane Wissa from Brentford.

The former Brentford boss wants to bring the 28-year-old with him to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as an alternative option to Dominic Solanke.

Tottenham Hotspur fans have had a mixed summer so far.

The North Londoners won the Europa League in May, bringing an end to their 17-year trophy drought. However, just 16 days later, they sacked the man who helped them achieve that feat — Ange Postecoglou.

Spurs have since appointed Thomas Frank and signed Mathys Tel and Kota Takai on permanent deals. Tottenham have even agreed a fee to land Mohammed Kudus from West Ham.

The Ghana international is very versatile, but Jamie O’Hara thinks he knows who Kudus will replace — Brennan Johnson.

Jamie O’Hara shares brutal verdict on Tottenham star Brennan Johnson

Johnson had a strange campaign at Tottenham Hotspur in 2024/25.

The Welshman joined Spurs for big money in the summer of 2023, and he had a difficult debut season under Postecoglou.

In his second campaign, Johnson came under a lot of criticism for his performances, but he still finished the season as the club’s top scorer.

While speaking about where Kudus could play, O’Hara touched on Johnson and gave him credit for getting himself on the end of chances.

However, he still called the Wales international ‘one of the most frustrating’ players to watch.

He said on talkSPORT: “Brennan Johnson had a really good return last year, a really good return. He scored a lot of goals. He gets on the end of things and that is an art.

“But, I’ll tell you what, he is one of the most frustrating football players to watch. He’s so frustrating to watch, because he can, I think, give more, and he doesn’t.”

Brennan Johnson has a big problem at Spurs

Johnson should be fairly pleased with himself — not just for finishing last season as Tottenham’s top scorer but also for scoring the winner in the Europa League final.

However, despite his efforts last term, Johnson may not have a starting spot available anymore.

One of Dejan Kulusevski and Kudus will start on the right flank, while the other will battle it out for a place in midfield with James Maddison.

Son Heung-min, Tel and Wilson Odobert are available on the left flank for Frank, making it very difficult for Johnson to get into the side.

It will be interesting to see how Frank will accommodate Johnson next season, but we will be surprised if he becomes a regular starter.

One of Arsenal’s key coaches will be absolutely gutted to see a player he once raved about is set to sign for Tottenham Hotspur.

Arsenal’s head analyst, Ben Chadwick, has previously spoken very highly about the talent who looks set to now sign for Spurs this summer.

The Lilywhites appear to have beaten off a fair amount of competition to land the superstar, and the Arsenal chief analyst won’t be surprised at the clamour to get him.

In fact, the Gunners were among the clubs that explored the possibility of doing a deal for the player, but now he will be heading to N17 instead.

Arsenal’s head analyst highly rates Mohammed Kudus

Chadwick is a big fan of new Tottenham Hotspur signing Mohammed Kudus, having once said, ‘what a player’, as revealed by FC Nordsjaelland’s technical director.

As TBR Football exclusively revealed, Arsenal held talks to sign Kudus this summer, but eventually opted to look elsewhere in their pursuit of a new winger.

Kudus started his journey in Europe in Denmark, where he spent two seasons playing for FCN in the Danish Superliga.

Flemming Pedersen, the club’s technical director, has explained how in 2017, Spurs’ latest addition impressed for Nordsjaelland’s academy during a four-week camp in England.

Following a draw against Brentford B, Chadwick got in contact with Pedersen to let him know that he had a serious talent on his hands in Kudus.

Speaking to The Athletic back in 2023, Pedersen said: “There’s a lot of coaches in England who would’ve been aware of Kudus. In spring 2017, we sent our academy to England for four weeks, and we played eight games.

“We didn’t lose one match and after a draw against Brentford B, my former colleague Ben Chadwick, who is head of analysis at Arsenal, phoned me and said, ‘What a player you have on your hands’. He was talking about Kudus.”

Mohammed Kudus set to undergo Tottenham medical on Thursday

Kudus’ medical at Tottenham is booked for Thursday as the 24-year-old is set to complete his move from West Ham United.

Spurs have agreed a deal worth around £55 million with the Hammers, who were initially asking for £65 million.

As TBR Football exclusively revealed, Kudus’ move to Tottenham stalled on Tuesday evening, but Daniel Levy eventually convinced David Sullivan to accept his offer.

The North London club upped their cash bid for the winger, and with West Ham’s need to sell, a deal was struck between the two clubs.

Tottenham Hotspur are gearing up for a new era as they get underway under their new manager, Thomas Frank.

Spurs are back in training after a few weeks off for the summer, and this is a clean slate and a fresh chance for players to impress their managers.

A number of Tottenham players who were on the fringes under Ange Postecoglou could work their way back into Thomas Frank’s plans, and an interesting name was spotted in Spurs’ first training session of the summer.

Indeed, Tottenham posted a video from their first session of the new season, and one player who hasn’t featured for Spurs for a very long time was present.

Manor Solomon spotted back in Tottenham training

Manor Solomon has very much been a forgotten man at Tottenham in recent times.

The winger joined Spurs back in 2023 on a free transfer after leaving Fulham, and he was a regular under Ange Postecoglou at the start of the 2023/24 season.

In fact, Solomon earned praise for his early Tottenham performances.

However, Solomon picked up a knee injury towards the end of September 2023, and he hasn’t played for Spurs since.

The attacker spent last season on loan at Leeds United, and it’s now been 21 months since Solomon last made a senior Tottenham appearance.

However, he’s now been spotted back at Hotspur Way in Spurs’ new training video, and he may now work his way back into the Tottenham team.

Manor Solomon may have already impressed Thomas Frank

Solomon has work to do if he wants to work his way back into the mix at Spurs under Thomas Frank, but he may have already laid some solid foundations with his new manager.

Indeed, Solomon has only ever played one game against Thomas Frank when he was at Brentford, but he may well have impressed the Tottenham gaffer in that game.

Solomon actually scored in a 3-2 loss vs Brentford back in 2023.

Solomon’s stats from that match were fairly solid as well.

Who knows? Perhaps Solomon could have a career revival at Tottenham under Thomas Frank. After all, he was solid at Leeds last season, hence why Leeds have been keen to bring Solomon back.

After some intense negotiations between Daniel Levy and David Sullivan, Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a deal to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United.

Tottenham settled on a £55m deal for Mohammed Kudus and the 24-year-old will soon undergo a medical in N17.

Although Spurs have bought Kota Takai from Kawasaki Frontale, Mohammed Kudus is the first big-money signing of the Thomas Frank era.

Kudus will presumably come in to take a starting spot on the right side of Tottenham’s attack, potentially replacing Brennan Johnson in the eleven.

And whilst Kudus has often shown his rich ability in the Premier League, he perhaps wasn’t quite at his best throughout the 2024/25 campaign.

Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer discuss Tottenham’s move for Mohammed Kudus

That considered, both Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer have now discussed Tottenham’s move for Kudus on ‘The Rest Is Football’ podcast.

And whilst both were convinced about Kudus’ talent, the duo did raise their concerns about the West Ham star’s inconsistency at times.

Kudus’ numbers were considerably better during his first season in the Premier League, perhaps explaining why Lineker said he can be somewhat ‘hit and miss’.

Lineker said: “Kudus is very talented, a bit hit and miss, I think at times, but he may only get better.

Shearer: “I would imagine he would do under Thomas Frank at Spurs. So yeah, he could be a good signing, but you’re right, he has to do it on a more regular basis.”

Gary Lineker gives his honest verdict on Spurs’ Yoane Wissa interest

Of course, Spurs’ business won’t stop at Kudus, and Tottenham are being linked with Yoane Wissa as well, one of Frank’s former stars at Brentford.

Tottenham only really have one recognised striker in Dominic Solanke, explaining why someone like Yoane Wissa would improve their squad.

And although Lineker had some doubts about Kudus, he seemed pretty certain that Wissa would be an excellent addition for Frank in north London.

Lineker said: “The interesting one that’s just broken is that Spurs are quite close to signing Wissa, and obviously that would be Thomas Frank’s preferred option, I’m sure.

“He had him at Brentford, didn’t he? I think I’d really like Wissa. I think he’s a proper goal scorer.”

An exciting summer for Spurs, and Levy will be looking to prove that the club does have serious ambitions in their new era under Frank.

TBR Football understands that Atletico Madrid have informed Cristian Romero that they feel they’ve done all they can to sign him this summer.

Diego Simeone has been obsessed with signing Romero, but at this stage, the Spanish club are set for disappointment in their pursuit of the defender.

Daniel Levy has been determined to keep Romero, and has been attempting to do so by offering him a new contract that would make him the North London club’s best-paid player.

However, Romero’s heart is set on joining Atletico, and up until this point, the World Cup winner has been rejecting these advances from the Spurs chairman.

Tottenham pleased after Atletico Madrid back away from Cristian Romero deal

Sources have told TBR Football chief correspondent Graeme Bailey that Tottenham Hotspur are pleased that Atletico Madrid are finally starting to back away from a deal to sign Cristian Romero.

Although the Lilywhites are not entirely convinced this is the end of the situation, with the possibility remaining that Atleti will return to the negotiating table.

As it stands, Romero is not happy with the situation, but his people are ready to rekindle contract talks with Levy if no deal is forthcoming with Atletico.

Reports from Argentina claimed that Romero told Levy: “It’s not a matter of money but of professional challenges. I love Tottenham and it will always be in my heart.”

Thomas Frank is keen to build around Romero and now faces the challenge of convincing him that staying in North London remains a strong option for him.

Levy will want to avoid a repeat of the Harry Kane situation in which Ange Postecoglou lost his best player just a few months into his job.

Cristian Romero returns to Tottenham for pre-season

Tottenham’s international stars returned for pre-season training on Wednesday to prepare for the new season.

Romero was among the group who were back for testing at Hotspur Way, and Spurs will now be eager for him to remain in N17 beyond the summer.

Frank’s first pre-season game is against Reading on July 18, before they travel to Asia at the end of the month for their tour.

Then, of course, is the big one as they face Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the UEFA Super Cup on August 13.

Romero lining up against the European champions would be a huge boost for their hopes of somehow attempting to stop Luis Enrique’s side.

TBR Football can exclusively reveal that Thomas Frank plans to use Yoane Wissa as a striker if Tottenham Hotspur can get a deal done for the forward.

Frank is driving Tottenham’s move for Wissa, as TBR Football reported on Wednesday, as the Danish coach continues to add to his attacking options.

Tottenham have agreed a £55m deal for Kudus, who is set to undergo a medical at Hotspur Way on Thursday, and are now targeting another Premier League attacker.

The North London club are working hard to ensure that Frank’s squad is well-equipped before the team travels to Asia at the end of July.

Thomas Frank wants to use Yoane Wissa as a striker at Tottenham

Sources have informed Graeme Bailey – Chief Correspondent at TBR Football that Thomas Frank wants to sign Yoane Wissa to use as an alternative option to Dominic Solanke.

The Lilywhites ideally would like a reliable option to allow the former Bournemouth striker a chance to be rotated, especially with so many games next season.

Richarlison could suffer from Wissa’s arrival as the club may need to move on an attacker to facilitate the Congolese striker.

Speaking about the situation, Bailey explained to TBR Football: “I am told that Frank always wanted, ideally, Wissa and Mbeumo to join him.

“Mbeumo did not happen, and then Kudus emerged as that target for the right – the idea is firmly to bring in Wissa and Kudus from this point, but a lot to be done on both those fronts at this point.

“Wissa really is fascinating, as I am told Frank considers him to be a striker when it comes to the role he is expected to fill at Tottenham.

“Not every club that’s in for him, see him in that role, but Spurs want him to be that striker – the alternative to Solanke at this point, it would seem. Also, it’s interesting to see how this impacts not only someone like Son but Richarlison.”

Daniel Levy convinces David Sullivan to accept Mohammed Kudus bid

Tottenham Hotspur have finally received the green light from West Ham United over a deal to sign Mohammed Kudus.

After Tottenham’s deal for Kudus stalled on Tuesday evening, Daniel Levy took control of the situation and finally convinced David Sullivan to sell the 24-year-old.

Spurs upped their cash offer to £55m, which was enough to get the Hammers to accept as they look to fund their own transfer moves.

Sullivan was initially asking for around £65m to sell, but Levy has managed to pull off a deal for £10m less and £30m under his release clause.

Tottenham Hotspur will be welcoming plenty of new faces through the door at Hotspur Way this summer, and one of those players is Luka Vuskovic.

Vuskovic officially joined Tottenham this summer following his long-awaited transfer from Croatian club Hajduk Split.

Tottenham are excited by Vuskovic’s potential following his impressive form on loan in the Belgian Pro League with Westerlo.

But now, the 18-year-old is finally a Spurs player and following his move to North London, he has just put out an emotional message on his Instagram.

Luka Vuskovic’s farewell message to Hajduk Split after joining Tottenham

Luka Vuskovic has just bid farewell to Hajduk Split after the defender finally completed his move to Tottenham Hotspur.

Tottenham signed Vuskovic for £12m back in the summer of 2023, as they beat off competition from Manchester City to land his signature.

The young defender was just 16 at the time Spurs agreed to sign him, and he was only able to make the switch to North London this summer, due to EU rules.

Vuskovic’s size has impressed Tottenham fans, with the youngster having finally started pre-season training at Hotspur Way.

After finally becoming a Spurs player, Vuskovic wrote on his Instagram: “I’m happy that I have the privilege of being a player of my favourite club.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the Hajduk coaches who were on my path and the people who cared about me and helped me in my football growth.

“We have been separated for two years, but always connected by heart. Hajduk, you are everything to me. I’ll be back to you someday!”

Thomas Frank could love Luka Vuskovic for set-piece threat

Thomas Frank needs to utilise Vuskovic’s threat from set-pieces, with the defender proving himself to be a real danger in the penalty area.

The Croatian international netted an impressive seven times for Westerlo last season despite featuring as a central defender.

Vuskovic often found himself popping up in the penalty area following a set-piece situation, and this is something the Danish head coach could love about him.

Frank’s Brentford team netted 13 times from set-pieces last season, which equated to 20 percent of their overall goal tally, therefore highlighting the importance of these situations.

Having the teenager at his disposal and his impressive goal aerial threat could become a secret weapon for the 51-year-old in North London.

Kota Takai became Tottenham Hotspur’s second summer signing after the North London club confirmed the deal on Tuesday.

As revealed by TBR Football, Tottenham beat strong competition to sign Takai, with Liverpool, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich all going to watch him.

Tottenham have paid £5m to sign Takai from Kawasaki Frontale, and he is expected to join Thomas Frank’s squad for the season ahead.

The Japanese international completed his first training session as a player of Tottenham Hotspur, and the club’s supporters all noticed the same thing.

Kota Takai’s height impresses Tottenham fans

Tottenham fans have been impressed by the height of their new central defender Kota Takai after seeing images of him in training for the first time.

The 20-year-old stands at six feet three, making him the joint tallest at the club, along with Luka Vuskovic, Micky van de Ven and Ashley Phillips.

Vuskovic’s size also shocked Tottenham fans, and both young defenders could certainly have an impact on Frank’s squad next season.

Kawasaki Frontale fans think Takai is a ‘gem’ and have been hyping him up after his prestigious move to the Premier League.

The defender already has a great deal of experience, with Frontale and Takai facing Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr in the AFC Champions League.

The J1 League club actually beat Ronaldo’s team 3-2 to reach the final of the competition, where they eventually went on to lose to Al Hilal.

But now, the youngster will need to prove himself in the Premier League, and supporters are confident his size will help him settle in.

One fan had very high praise for the Japan defender: “Kota Takai was grown in a lab as a Paulo Maldini clone. Exciting Times Ahead.”

Another added: “Takai’s massive!”

Finally, another claimed: “Our new wall!”

Kota Takai is buzzing to play in the Premier League

Takai admitted in his first interview as a Tottenham player that he cannot wait to become a Premier League player.

The 20-year-old revealed that he’s watched the English top flight for so many years, and now he has the chance to make his mark in the league.

The defender went on to add that he can play on either side as a central defender, which will be a useful trait for Frank to have at his disposal.

Speaking to Tottenham Hotspur’s official YouTube channel, Takai said: “My position is centre-back, I can play on either side – right or left.

“I’ve always watched the Premier League a lot since I was little. At Spurs, my first aim is to be on the pitch for a match and do my best.”

The Japan star will have his chance to make his first impression on the fans in less than nine days when Spurs face Reading in a friendly.