Tottenham Hotspur are now closing in on a deal to sign a “special” star, who is keen on a move to north London, with a £40m offer being tabled.
Spurs close to agreeing new signing amid Frank uncertainty
Transfer expert Graeme Bailey has suggested there are some internal doubts over Thomas Frank, following the most recent setback, with Tottenham exiting the FA Cup at the hands of Aston Villa at the weekend.
The transfer expert said: “Tottenham Hotspur’s hierarchy are split on the future of Thomas Frank, but the club remain determined not to make a change this season.
“Spurs CEO Vinai Venkatesham believed he landed the right man in the summer when luring Frank across London from Brentford.
“However, we are now told by sources that Venkatesham was warned by some members of Spurs’ hierarchy that the former Arsenal man was not a good fit in terms of his system and the Tottenham players already in situ.”
The Lilywhites are yet to pull the trigger on Frank, with the board now needing to decide whether to back their manager or sack him, and it appears as though they have opted for the former.
Santos defender Souza is expected to sign for Tottenham, and it looks like the Brazilian ace won’t be the only new arrival, with David Ornstein confirming they are now closing in on a deal for Atletico Madrid star Conor Gallagher.
In a report for The Athletic, Ornstein states Spurs have submitted a €40m (£35m) bid for the midfielder, which is set to be accepted, and a move is now close, given that Gallagher is keen on a move to north London, despite rival interest from Aston Villa.
Fabrizio Romano has since confirmed Villa had also agreed a deal, but the ex-Chelsea man has opted to move to N17 instead.
The midfielder has found game time hard to come by this season, and a return to England is on the cards, with a spot in Thomas Tuchel’s squad for the 2026 World Cup still up for grabs.
“Special” Gallagher could be savvy signing for Tottenham
The former Chelsea man would arrive at Tottenham with plenty of experience in England, making 136 appearances in the Premier League across spells with the Blues and Crystal Palace, during which time he amassed 18 goals and 13 assists.
Tottenham pursuing £61m goalkeeper with Vicario keen to leave
Spurs are looking to bring in a new goalkeeper.
While at Stamford Bridge, the 25-year-old received high praise from Petr Cech, who said: “He’s one of the players that’s always cared about winning and about the club.
“You find that even young players can have special abilities to be a leader. Conor is one of those players – he’s always worked hard, he’s always cared and he always tries his best.”
It would make sense to bring in a new midfielder, as Joao Palhinha’s future is up in the air, and Gallagher’s Premier League experience could make him a savvy addition.
