Tottenham set to complete £133m signings next week as Frank faces crucial decision

Tottenham Set to Accelerate Transfer Business in July with More Signings Expected

 

Tottenham Hotspur are preparing to step up their summer transfer activity once the calendar flips to July, following confirmation of Mathys Tel’s permanent arrival and an agreement to bring in highly-rated Japanese defender Kota Takai from Kawasaki Frontale.

 

Tel, who had been on loan, impressed enough to secure a full-time move to north London, while Takai is expected to arrive in a £5 million deal—marking a record-breaking sale for the J League side. The 19-year-old centre-back is viewed as a potential long-term asset and will reportedly be integrated directly into the first-team squad rather than being loaned out, indicating the high regard in which he is held by manager Thomas Frank and the Spurs hierarchy.

 

While these initial moves reflect Spurs’ strategy of investing in youth and future potential, there is growing pressure to now focus on marquee signings—those who can contribute immediately and elevate the squad ahead of the club’s return to Champions League football next season.

 

Summer Window to Shift Gears After Financial Reset

 

So far, Tottenham’s transfer activity has been relatively subdued compared to the likes of Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool, who have already made or are lining up significant signings. However, this could change rapidly once the new financial year begins on July 1. From that point, Spurs will no longer be constrained by Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) that may have limited early spending.

 

Thanks to their Europa League triumph and subsequent qualification for the Champions League, the club is now expected to unlock a higher spending threshold. That financial boost, coupled with the fresh fiscal year, means Tottenham will have greater freedom to invest, potentially greenlighting transfers worth £60–65 million or more each.

 

Big Names in the Frame – But No Deals Yet

 

Several high-profile targets have emerged in recent weeks. Spurs have been linked with:

 

Eberechi Eze of Crystal Palace, who is also being courted by Arsenal and Manchester City

 

Xavi Simons, the PSG playmaker with an uncertain future

 

Bryan Mbeumo, the Brentford star who seems destined for Manchester United despite their ongoing haggling over his price

 

 

Despite these links, no concrete progress has been made on any of the marquee names. That may soon change, however, as Spurs look to build a squad capable of competing both domestically and in Europe under new boss Thomas Frank.

 

Finding the Right Balance: Now vs. Future

 

While Tel and Takai represent smart future investments, Tottenham now need players who can make an immediate impact. With several key areas in need of reinforcement—most notably a right winger with a different profile to Brennan Johnson and Dejan Kulusevski, and a commanding central midfielder—the club’s recruitment strategy must shift to a more aggressive, results-driven approach.

 

Kudus and Eze: The Ideal Double Signing?

 

If Spurs are serious about bolstering their attacking options, two names stand out as viable—and exciting—prospects: Mohammed Kudus and Eberechi Eze.

 

Kudus, who joined West Ham United from Ajax, had moments of brilliance during the 2024/25 season and remains one of the most dynamic attacking players in the league. However, his £85 million release clause might prove a stumbling block for a club still navigating fiscal caution.

 

Eze, on the other hand, has a £68 million release clause, which is understood to be more flexible and negotiable, particularly if paid in structured instalments. His ability to operate centrally—his natural position—or cut in from the left makes him a versatile and appealing addition to Thomas Frank’s system.

 

 

Both Kudus and Eze would offer tactical flexibility, creativity, and the kind of goal threat that Spurs often lacked in big moments last season. With Frank now keen to stamp his authority on the squad, adding these two could not only reshape the attacking dynamic but also instill belief that Spurs can be a genuine contender across multiple competitions.

 

Champions League Ambitions Require Champions League Signings

 

Tottenham’s return to the Champions League, despite a disappointing 17th-place finish in the Premier League, was salvaged by their European success last season. However, merely qualifying isn’t enough—progressing deep into the tournament will require far more quality and depth than the squad currently possesses.

 

Strengthening now, especially with multi-functional attackers like Eze and Kudus, could be the difference between another early European exit and a genuine push for the knockout rounds or beyond.

 

The Next Few Weeks Will Define Spurs’ Summer

 

As the financial landscape changes in July, all eyes will be on chairman Daniel Levy and the Spurs board to see whether they truly intend to back their new manager. With time ticking and rivals already strengthening, Tottenham can’t afford to fall further behind.

 

Should the club act decisively and secure the right targets, there is every reason to believe Spurs could be not only competitive in the Premier League’s top six race but also surprise contenders in Europe once again.