Tottenham manager Thomas Frank is a big fan of the Premier League star and believes the Lilywhites can sign him next year.
Tottenham rumored transfer plan in January with £100m increase
The Lewis family announced last week that Spurs’ ownership intends to inject £100m of fresh capital into the club through ENIC.
Against this backdrop, it is reported that technical director Johan Lange, CEO Vinay Venkatesham and the new Lilywhites boardroom could be gearing up for an active January, with this £100m windfall being just the first of ENIC’s cash injections.
The club’s rumored transfer plans suggest a focus on strengthening both attacking options and defensive depth, with several high-profile players linked with a possible move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
One notable target is reportedly a proven goalscorer who can provide the clinical finishing that Spurs often lack.
Strikers like Dusan Vlahovic are frequently mentioned in the media, and the Serbian’s fairly impressive goalscoring record in Serie A (he has scored at least 14 goals per season since the 2020/2021 break) makes him an attractive option to lead Tottenham’s frontline.
Thomas Frank’s managerial record at Tottenham so far | statistics |
|---|---|
match | 11 |
victory | 5 |
draw | 3 |
loss | 2 |
point | 18 |
Points per game | 1.91 |
With Dominic Solanke’s fitness reliability now in question and Richarlison’s long-term future in doubt, the new number nine could very well be a player to watch.
Defensively, Spurs, meanwhile, may be looking to add depth to cope with the physical demands of the Premier League and compete with their front four.
The winter period could be an opportunity to bring in experienced defenders who can cover multiple positions, but the over-reliance on the star centre-back duo of Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero is a major concern.
Ange Postecoglou struggled last season with one of them sidelined for long periods of time, and despite bringing in Kevin Danso earlier this year, Spurs bosses are thought to be considering signing another central defender in January.
The Lewis family’s fresh financial backing gives Spurs the financial wherewithal to pursue top targets when the window reopens, and their investment could be seen as a key step in Tottenham’s long-term strategy to close the gap with England’s elite.
One of their first orders of business could be the permanent signing of midfielder Joao Parinha, who has been in the spotlight since joining Frank’s side on an initial loan deal from Bayern Munich in the summer.
Tottenham think they will trigger a buy option on Joao Parinha
The former Fulham star’s arrogant attitude in the engine room has left a serious impression on both onlookers and Frank, with Sky German’s Florian Plettenberg reporting that the buzz surrounding Parinha’s possible indefinite stay is currently “positive”.
The Portugal international’s loan deal includes a buy option worth up to £26m, and Tottenham seriously believe they will trigger Parinha’s clause themselves.
The 30-year-old was an outstanding addition to Franck and quickly became an integral part of the midfield, forming a solid partnership with Rodrigo Bentancur.
His influence was felt immediately, with the former Sporting CP star’s combative style and energy giving Spurs much-needed steel and stability.
One of Parinha’s standout performances came against Man City, where he showed off his ability to break up play and disrupt one of the most powerful attacks in the league. He was also on the scoresheet as Spurs earned three points against Eastlands.
Parinha’s stunning overhead kick against Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup was a highlight, but perhaps his most memorable contribution to date was his dramatic last-minute equalizer against Wolves.
With his sensational side-footed shot into the bottom corner, Frank’s team won an important 1-1 draw and maintained their early-season momentum, and Spurs fans were already hoping he would stay beyond the 25/26 game.
