Tottenham interested in Brighton star whose strengths fit Thomas Frank’s tactics like a glove

Tottenham Hotspur have reacted to finishing 17th in the Premier League in the 2024/25 season by appointing Thomas Frank as their new head coach, and the Dane wants to bolster his attack this summer as he prepares for a Champions League campaign.

The North Londoners have already turned Mathys Tel’s loan deal from Bayern Munich into a permanent move, but there still remains a lot of work required to make their attack potent. Wilson Odobert had an injury-hit debut season at N17 after joining from Burnley last summer, so the Frenchman will be raring to come good under Thomas Frank. Doubts remain over the long-term futures of Richarlison and Son Heung-min.

Both Richarlison and Son have been linked with an exit from Spurs. As per reports, Turkish champions Galatasaray have emerged as the latest suitor for Richarlison, while there is concrete interest from the cash-rich Saudi Pro League for Son. Given Son is entering the final year of his contract and will turn 33 in July, the time is perfect for Daniel Levy to cash him in and replace him with a Premier League proven player.Tottenham winger Kaoru Mitoma is on the radar of Tottenham,

Now, according to an exclusive report from Flashscore, Brighton and Hove Albion winger Kaoru Mitoma has been of interest to Tottenham.Kaoru Mitoma has been with Brighton for four years and established himself as one of the tricky wingers in the Premier League. But the Seagulls are cautious that they may need to tie down the winger to fresh terms to fight off future bids as he only has two years left to run on his current contract.

The Japanese international enjoyed another strong campaign on the south coast, bagging 10 goals and four assists in 36 Premier League outings. His performances were key as Fabian Hurzeler’s side finished eighth in the Premier League. This has brought Mitoma to Tottenham’s attention, with Thomas Frank looking to upgrade the wide areas of his squad.Tottenham could replace Heung-Min Son with Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma

Mitoma will certainly add pace, dynamism, flair, goals and creativity to the side, and he is capable of operating on both flank. At 28, he is in the peak of his powers and would be a top option to replace the ageing Son. The Brighton star’s attributes align well with Frank’s tactical approach as he moves intelligently off the ball, attacks space effectively, and thrives in transition-heavy systems.