Spurs sign £60m Palace gem and all-new front three as monster £410m Thomas Frank first summer planned
Tottenham Hotspur are gearing up for what could be one of the most transformative transfer windows in the club’s modern history. After a dismal 2024/25 Premier League season that saw them limp to a shocking 17th-place finish—just avoiding relegation—Spurs are set to hit the reset button. With Champions League football now back on the agenda and the appointment of former Brentford manager Thomas Frank as their new head coach, the timing seems ripe for a full-scale squad rebuild.
To help map out the most effective strategy for this critical summer window, Tottenham turned to a surprising source—artificial intelligence. Specifically, Grok, an AI tool, was used to simulate and forecast Spurs’ potential moves in the market. In its digital wisdom, Grok identified four key positions in urgent need of reinforcements: centre-back, central midfield, winger, and striker. It also flagged the importance of boosting overall squad depth, especially after the club endured a brutal campaign plagued by injuries.
Club chairman Daniel Levy had already shown rare financial boldness last summer, greenlighting a hefty net spend of £145.9 million. That spree was highlighted by the marquee signing of Dominic Solanke, who was brought in to spearhead the attack. However, the former Bournemouth striker only managed 14 goals—less than half of his tally from the previous season—raising questions about his suitability as Tottenham’s long-term number nine.
This summer, though, Grok is thinking even bigger. According to its predictions, Spurs could have an initial transfer budget of around £200 million. With player sales factored in—including some high-profile exits—the club could push its total transfer expenditure to an eye-watering £410 million. But how exactly would they spend it?
Reinventing the Front Line
Grok has clearly decided that Tottenham’s current attack needs a dramatic makeover. The AI’s bold vision for Frank’s first transfer window includes a completely retooled front three costing an estimated £240 million. Leading the line would be Sporting CP’s prolific striker Viktor Gyökeres, who has emerged as one of Europe’s most sought-after centre-forwards. The Swedish international would be flanked by young Borussia Dortmund talent Jamie Bynoe-Gittens on the left and Dutch sensation Xavi Simons—somewhat controversially deployed out of position—on the right.
This explosive new trio would be supported by creative midfielder James Maddison, while England U21 international Adam Wharton, predicted to cost £60 million, would be brought in to dictate the tempo from central midfield. Grok praises Wharton’s impressive range of passing and calmness under pressure, suggesting he’s tailor-made to supply the ammunition for this revamped frontline, which, if it clicks, could exceed even last season’s 77-goal tally—a full 13 goals more than Spurs managed.
Adding further depth in midfield is Inter Milan’s Davide Frattesi, who Grok believes could be prised away for a speculative £25 million. Although the Italian still has three years left on his contract, his versatility and knack for driving forward from midfield make him a potentially valuable option off the bench or in rotation with Wharton.
Defensive Reinforcements and Guehi Gamble
One of the clearest areas in need of improvement is Tottenham’s defence. The team conceded 65 goals in the league last season—more than any other side that survived the drop apart from Wolves. Grok’s solution? Go all in for Marc Guéhi. Spurs are projected to beat fierce London rivals Chelsea and Arsenal to the Crystal Palace centre-back’s signature. However, there’s a caveat: while Palace are reportedly willing to sell for £50-60 million, Grok advises Levy to fork out a whopping £80 million—clearly viewing Guéhi as a long-term solution to their defensive frailties.
The Departures: Saying Goodbye to Spurs Stalwarts
No squad overhaul comes without sacrifices, and Grok’s version of the Tottenham rebuild involves a few painful goodbyes. The most notable of these is Son Heung-min, the South Korean icon who has spent the past decade in North London and become one of the club’s most beloved players. According to the AI, Son is set for a move to the Saudi Pro League, with a proposed £50 million offer from the PIF (Public Investment Fund) expected to seal the deal—though fan backlash could yet sway Levy’s final decision.
Also departing the club in this scenario are veteran backup goalkeeper Fraser Forster, out-of-favour left-back Sergio Reguilón, and third-choice keeper Alfie Whiteman. All are expected to leave on free transfers, with their futures uncertain. In a somewhat dystopian twist, Grok didn’t exactly clarify whether they’re headed to new clubs or simply disappearing from the top-flight landscape altogether.
AI or Ambition? Tottenham’s Fork in the Road
While there’s something eerily futuristic about an AI helping to decide which players a football club should sign or sell, there’s no doubt that Tottenham need a bold plan to restore their status among the Premier League’s elite. With Thomas Frank at the helm and a potential war chest exceeding £400 million, Spurs have the resources, the manager, and—now—even the artificial intelligence to pull off one of the most ambitious rebuilds in English football.
All that remains is for Daniel Levy to give the green light.