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Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank will assess Richarlison during pre-season preparations before a decision is made on the future of the Brazilian international, according to Sky Sports.

The 28-year-old Spurs star has been linked with an exit from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club this summer, with Galatasaray keen on recruiting his services, preferably on loan.

However, Sky Sports are claiming that Richarlison wants to remain with the North Londoners and prove himself, but he may have to do so in the coming weeks as Frank runs the rule over his players before deciding who leaves and who stays for the new season.

The former Everton forward joined Spurs for an initial £50m in July 2022, weighing in with 20 goals and ten assists in 90 games across all competitions so far.

It is an underwhelming return given his fee and the huge expectations the club had when they signed him, with his injury struggles keeping him from playing regularly and being in peak form.

Richarlison has missed 58 games for Tottenham over the last three campaigns, with issues ranging from calf injury, groin injury, hamstring and knee problems regularly troubling him.

Spurs want to add attackers to their squad this summer and have already identified West Ham United forward Mohammed Kudus as a transfer target after opting against signing his Crystal Palace counterpart Eberechi Eze, and signing the Ghana international could see them sell Richarlison.

They believe the Hammers star could be signed for £60m despite his £85m release clause, and talks are believed to be ongoing between both sides.

Richarlison has two more years on his contract, and this summer will be the best time to sell him, but he has a chance to convince Frank of his fitness and quality in the coming weeks, and he has to take it.

Tottenham Hotspur were linked with a takeover bid earlier this year as a group of Qatari investors sought to buy the club, and they were reportedly willing to give Spurs chairman Daniel Levy a long-term contract to continue running the club as executive chairman.

However, their plans fell through and an ITK, Habibullah Khan, has now shared on the latest episode of The Lab (Tottenham Hotspur Podcast) the behind-the-scenes story of how Levy frustrated the Qataris.

Habib has genuine links to people close to the attempted Spurs takeover process, and he has shared what he has heard about how the discussions progressed and eventually fell through.

It is unknown whether the Qataris – who are private individuals rather than the government-backed Qatar Sports Investment (QSI) or Sheikh Jassim – met the £3.75bn valuation of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club, but they were reportedly keen on acquiring full ownership.

They also wanted to invest in the local area as part of a long-term UK strategy, but Levy kept moving the goalposts despite talks with Joe Lewis moving forward.

Habib further threw light on the situation on his X handle.

British business executive Amanda Staveley wanted to buy a stake in Tottenham last year, targeting the acquisition of a 25 per cent stake having been backed by serious money from the Middle East and wealthy individuals.

However, nothing materialised and it appears Spurs will not be getting new owners anytime soon because of Levy.

ENIC Group – which belongs to the family trust of Lewis – owns 86.58% of the North London club, while Levy and his family own 29.88% of the share capital of ENIC.

Levy is not keen on letting go of Tottenham anytime soon, and it appears not even the protests from the fans will get to him.

Spurs finally won their first silverware since 2008 last term under former manager Ange Postecoglou, but chances are they could have won plenty of silverware since then if they had another chairman.

Tottenham Hotspur are prioritising a move for West Ham United attacker Mohammed Kudus.

They believe the London Stadium club will sell him for around £60 million, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

The West Ham star has a release clause of £85m, which applies to Premier League clubs.

However, Spurs are convinced they can bring the 24-year-old to the club for much less.

Spurs were keen on Crystal Palace attacker Eberechi Eze, but their interest did not reach an advanced stage. They are looking to sign Kudus instead.

West Ham want to generate funds for the summer transfer window, and they are ready to cash in on the Ghana international.

The Hammers have also offered him to Chelsea and Manchester United, but they are currently concentrating on other targets, which could give Tottenham an advantage.

Kudus is open to joining the club, and agreeing personal terms will not be a problem.

Spurs are willing to sell Brazil international Richarlison, and the West Ham forward appears to have been identified as his direct replacement.

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank would fancy his chances of getting the best out of Kudus again following a dip in form last season.

The former Brentford boss turned Ivan Toney and Bryan Mbeumo into solid attackers and could succeed with the West Ham forward if a move works out.

Brazil international forward Richarlison is ready to leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer after new manager Thomas Frank gave the green light for his transfer exit, according to the Sun.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club are ready to cut their losses on the 28-year-old given his injury woes, and while he has suitors in the Premier League, he wants to leave England.

Richarlison is expected to sign for Galatasaray, and he could be available for just £20 million.

Spurs brought him from Everton in July 2022 for an initial fee of £50m plus £10m in potential add-ons, but he has played 90 games since then, weighing in with 20 goals and 10 assists.

Frank is looking forward to strengthening his squad in attack as he prepares for Champions League football next term, and West Ham United forward Mohammed Kudus has reportedly emerged as a target.

Tottenham could be ready to replace Richarlison with the Ghana international, with his availability something they need after he featured in 80 games in his first two seasons in England.

Spurs believe they can sign Kudus for well below his £85m release clause – which is set to be active for the first 10 days of July – but the Hammers would want a valuable offer to sell their man.

The physicality and pace of the Premier League appear to have taken a toll on Richarlison as he has struggled to stay fit since joining the North London club, and selling him is unlikely to affect the squad.

Frank has his own ideas concerning the mould of attackers he wants, and it appears the Brazilian is not in his plans going forward.

Tottenham have been linked with Brentford attacker Bryan Mbeumo, but the Cameroon international is closing in on a move to Manchester United.

Bournemouth attacker Antoine Semenyo and Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze are also on their radar, and more attacking targets will emerge in the coming weeks as they prepare for life without Richarlison.

Tottenham Hotspur want to sign West Ham United forward Mohammed Kudus this summer, according to the Telegraph.

The 24-year-old is open to leaving West Ham, and Spurs believe they can sign him for less than his £85 million release clause, which is active for the first 10 days of July.

Scott Parker was the last player to join Tottenham directly from West Ham in 2011, but Spurs are now ready to end their unofficial transfer embargo with the Hammers.

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy blocked Emmanuel Adebayor from joining West Ham in 2015, and the clubs have not done business with each other for 14 years.

The Hammers are willing to sell the former Ajax star to raise funds for the summer transfer window, but they are unlikely to get £85m from interested clubs.

Tottenham have been linked with Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo, Bournemouth attacker Antoine Semenyo and Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze this summer.

However, a move for the West Ham star is currently their most likely signing.

New Spurs manager Thomas Frank wants to strengthen his attacking options, with captain Heung-min likely to be sold this summer.

Kudus ended last season with just five goals and four assists in 35 appearances, but he bagged 18 goals and ten assists in 48 games in his debut campaign in England.

He also brings Champions League experience to the table, having featured in the elite European competition while with Ajax.

His ability to play several attacking positions makes him an attractive option for Spurs.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero is wanted in Spain, with Atletico Madrid keen on signing him this summer, according to DSports.

Negotiations are reportedly ‘very advanced’ and Romero has already spoken to Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone.

Romero has been a stellar defender for Tottenham since joining the club four years ago, playing 124 games for the club.

He produced a Man of the Match performance in the Europa League final win against Manchester United.

Former manager Ange Postecoglou hailed Romero as ‘outstanding’ before dubbing him a ‘fantastic centre-back with an unbelievably strong mindset and an absolute winner‘.

Romero will be a massive miss in the Spurs rearguard if he leaves this summer. He has been a mainstay in that backline, and the club will struggle to replace him.

Spurs must act decisively and wisely in replacing their defensive talisman. A ready-made solution could be just across London in the form of Nathan Collins.

The Republic of Ireland international recorded the most blocks in the Premier League last season, and only one player won more aerial duels.

The 23-year-old has already impressed at multiple clubs and was a pillar under now-Tottenham manager Thomas Frank at Brentford. That existing relationship could be key.

Frank knows how to get the best out of him, and Collins could adapt quickly to the system and dressing room culture.

Crucially, he offers the blend of aggression, composure, and consistency Spurs need once Romero departs.

Stats from Transfermarkt, Premier League website.

The expectation is that Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze will leave the Selhurst Park club this summer, but it is not certain that it will be to Tottenham Hotspur amid interest from Arsenal, according to the Independent journalist Miguel Delaney.

The journalist claimed so in his ‘Reading the Game’ weekly newsletter today, but pointed out the Gunners have yet to make any move for the England international, which could give Spurs a chance of pipping them to his services.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club want to bolster their attack, and long-term target Eze remains top on their wishlist despite his £68 million release clause.

“Eberechi Eze isn’t one to kick up a fuss either but the expectation is that he will move,” Delaney wrote.

“And it isn’t certain that it will be to Tottenham. They do like him, but so does almost every major club, including Arsenal.

“As of Friday morning, there had been no firm approach. Mikel Arteta’s side would need a significant sale to even consider it, given how they are prioritising a striker, but they are interested in that kind of player who can play in the centre or out wide.”

Spurs are ready to back new manager Thomas Frank in the summer transfer market after sacking Ange Postecoglou, and pipping their bitter rivals Arsenal to Eze would be huge for them and the fans.

The Englishman bagged 14 goals and 11 assists in 43 games last season after ending 2023-24 with 11 goals and six assists in 31 appearances, and he has what it takes to significantly help improve the Tottenham attack.

He will provide Frank with options on the left wing and as a number 9, and his ability to beat his marker and deliver perfect crosses are attributes the North London club could do with in the final third.

Arsenal are not ready to bid for Eze right now as they are concentrating on signing a new number 9, which could give Spurs the chance to move for their man.

Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou may not be out of work for long.

According to the BBC, the Australian tactician is being lined up for the head coach role at Major League Soccer (MLS) club Los Angeles FC.

Postecoglou’s Tottenham exit split the fanbase in half, even though it had been a hot topic almost throughout the season.

The 59-year-old oversaw Tottenham’s worst-ever domestic campaign, finishing 17th in the Premier League.

Only the relegated trio of Leicester City, Southampton, and Ipswich Town had a worse record than Postecoglou’s side, who lost 22 games in the Premier League.

They also had the second-worst defensive record in the league, outside the relegated trio, with only Wolverhampton Wanderers (69) conceding more goals than Tottenham (65).

Several factors contributed to the horrendous campaign, but they didn’t matter in the long run.

Postecoglou made up for the dismal season in style, steering Tottenham to their first major trophy in 17 years by beating Manchester United in the Europa League final.

But it wasn’t enough to save his job as he was sacked a few days later.

Tottenham wasted no time naming a successor. They brought in Brentford manager Thomas Frank to fill the void, and the club are now looking to rebuild following a season that evoked mixed emotions.

Not everyone was on board with Postecoglou’s dismissal, but he could be back in the dugout sooner rather than later if LAFC can somehow convince him to join.

The American club are preparing for life after Steve Cherundolo, who is expected to step down from his position at the end of the current MLS season, which concludes in October.

LAFC are on course to qualify for the play-offs, but they’re already weighing up their options, and Postecoglou is a strong candidate to take the reins once their post-season fate is sealed.

However, it would be a massive surprise if Postecoglou decides to take on the challenge.

After leading Spurs to European glory, he’s within his rights to wait for another opportunity to prove himself in one of the top five leagues in Europe.