Spurs make “generational” £70m star their top target, he’d be Frank’s answer to Bale
Thomas Frank Eyes a Star Signing to Lead Spurs’ New Era – Kudus Identified as Top Target
Thomas Frank has never been short of attacking brilliance during his managerial career, and as he steps into the hot seat at Tottenham Hotspur, the Danish tactician is hoping to replicate that same success in North London. Known for nurturing and developing offensive talent, Frank will be eager to attract elite-level forwards to power his new-look Spurs side heading into the 2025/26 season.
During his time at Brentford, Frank played a pivotal role in the growth of several now-household names, including Ivan Toney, Bryan Mbeumo, and Yoane Wissa. That trio has proven to be the most prolific attacking unit in Brentford’s Premier League history, responsible for some of the club’s most iconic moments since their top-flight return.
Toney completed a high-profile move to Saudi Arabia last summer, securing a major payday for the Bees, and now Mbeumo looks set to follow him out the door. Reports indicate that a £70 million deal to join Manchester United is nearing completion for the Cameroonian forward. Frank had hoped to convince Mbeumo to join him at Spurs as part of his new project, but the player instead expressed a preference to work under Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford.
This decision has left Frank and the Spurs hierarchy with a significant challenge: finding a marquee forward to lead the team into a new era. The North London side is expected to be active in the summer transfer window, with the recruitment team already making strides in their pursuit of top-tier attacking reinforcements.
Tottenham’s Ongoing Search for Attacking Firepower
One of the initial targets identified by the club was Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo. The 24-year-old Ghanaian international was viewed as a player with immense potential and attacking dynamism. There were strong indications that Spurs were willing to submit a £65 million bid to bring him to Hotspur Way.
However, any hopes of securing Semenyo’s services have been dashed, as the striker recently signed a new long-term deal with Bournemouth that will keep him at the Vitality Stadium until 2030. That development has forced Spurs to shift their attention elsewhere in their hunt for a top-class forward.
Enter Mohammed Kudus – the West Ham United playmaker who has now emerged as Tottenham’s primary transfer target this summer. According to CaughtOffside, Spurs view Kudus as a potential game-changer who can inject flair, creativity, and goals into their frontline.
The Ghanaian international, who only joined West Ham last year, has an £85 million release clause in his contract, but Tottenham are reportedly hopeful that a deal closer to £70 million could be negotiated. Sources close to the club suggest that chairman Daniel Levy and the Spurs board are ready to fully back Frank’s vision and sanction a major outlay to secure Kudus’ signature.
Kudus Compared to a Spurs Legend: Could He Be Frank’s Bale?
In many ways, Kudus has drawn comparisons to a former Tottenham icon – Gareth Bale. Bale’s transformation from a promising left-back to a world-class winger is well-documented, and his electrifying performances between 2010 and 2013 propelled him to superstardom and a then-world-record £85 million move to Real Madrid.
Since Bale’s departure, Spurs have lacked a truly elite right-sided attacker. But Kudus could finally fill that void. Much like Bale, the West Ham forward is known for his explosive pace, his ability to cut inside onto his stronger left foot, and his knack for scoring wonder goals. He plays with confidence, flair, and fearlessness – traits that once defined Bale’s best years in Lilywhite.
Kudus’ 2024/25 campaign further underlines his promise. The 24-year-old registered five goals and four assists across all competitions – solid output for a player still adapting to English football. Beyond the raw numbers, his underlying statistics paint the picture of an elite-level dribbler and creator.
He completed 3.2 successful take-ons per 90 minutes in the Premier League last season, regularly gliding past defenders and creating chaos in the final third. His 1.5 carries into the opposition box per game highlight his direct style of play, and he’s equally capable of creating for teammates as he is scoring himself.
Moreover, Kudus maintained a 28% shot accuracy rate, and he won 2.2 fouls per 90, further demonstrating the threat he poses to opponents. His combination of technical ability, agility, and physicality makes him one of the most well-rounded attacking midfielders in the league.
A Signing with Long-Term Potential
Spurs see Kudus not just as an immediate upgrade, but as a player who can grow into a global star under Frank’s tutelage. At just 24, his best years are still ahead of him, and the opportunity to join a resurgent Tottenham side under a forward-thinking manager could be the ideal environment for his next step.
If Frank can unlock Kudus’ full potential, there’s every chance he could replicate – or even surpass – the impact Gareth Bale once had at the club. While comparisons to a legend like Bale may seem ambitious, the ingredients are certainly there.
A deal for Kudus would send a strong message to Spurs fans and the rest of the Premier League: Tottenham are serious about competing at the highest level once again. For Thomas Frank, landing the West Ham star could mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter at Hotspur Way.