Tottenham Hotspur’s European success at the back end of this season is evidence that are capable of competing at the top level in the near future.
Thomas Frank will be the man to hopefully sustain their success in North London, taking the reins after Ange Postecoglou was dismissed despite the Europa League triumph.
The Dane will want to make his own mark on the first-team squad this summer, with numerous incomings and outgoings expected over the next couple of weeks.
Work is already being done behind the scenes to provide the 51-year-old with the tools for success as he undertakes his first year in charge as the Lilywhites manager.
Numerous players have already appeared on their radar over recent days, but no deals have yet been completed after the window reopened in the last fortnight.
The latest on Spurs’ hunt for new additions this summer
Bryan Mbeumo has been a player who has been largely touted with a move to join Spurs this summer, but it appears as though they will be missing out on his signature, after he agreed to move to Manchester United.
Mohammed Kudus is another Premier League talent on the club’s radar, with West Ham United willing to part ways with the Ghanaian, but he may cost a pretty penny given his £85m release clause.
However, another name has entered the mix over recent days, with Liverpool star Harvey Elliott a player they are closely monitoring, according to TBR Football.
They claim that Frank’s side have made an enquiry to land the 22-year-old forward, who could be available for a fee in the region of £40m during the summer window.
It also states that he is willing to depart Anfield this summer for regular game time, after the Reds forked out a staggering £116m to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.
Why Spurs’ £40m target is a bigger talent than Eze
Just like previous transfer windows, Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze has once again appeared on Spurs’ shortlist, as Frank looks to strengthen within attacking areas during the off-season.
The 26-year-old has been a key target for the Lilywhites, understandably so, after the England international managed to net eight goals and eight assists in the Premier League this season.
However, competition for his signature appears to be high, with North London rivals Arsenal also in the running to sign Oliver Glasner’s star man this summer.
It’s been reported that Eze currently has a £68m release clause in his current deal at Selhurst Park, but it remains to be seen whether he would prefer a move to Spurs or the Gunners.
However, they should look past a move for the attacking midfielder and pursue a deal for Elliott during the off-season, with the Reds star certainly a bigger talent.
The Liverpool ace is four years younger than the Palace star, having further time to develop, but also still managing to better the fellow target in numerous key areas.
Elliott, who’s been labelled “sensational” by journalist Jonathan Higgins, has posted a better goal per shot on target rate, handing Frank a better option in front of goal.
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How Elliott compares to Eze in the PL (2024/25) |
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Statistics (per 90) |
Elliott |
Eze |
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Games played |
18 |
34 |
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Goals & assists |
3 |
16 |
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Goals per shot on target |
0.3 |
0.2 |
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Pass accuracy |
82% |
74% |
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Key passes |
2.4 |
2.1 |
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Progressive passes |
10.7 |
3.3 |
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Carries into final third |
2.7 |
1.6 |
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Aerials won |
33% |
15% |
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Stats via FBref |
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He’s also completed more passes and made nearly three times more progressive passes per 90, having the tools to provide others with chances in front of goal – offering an added creative threat in the final third.
The youngster’s dominance doesn’t stop there, making more carries into the final third per 90 and coming out on top in more aerial battles, with his skillset making him a real all-round talent for the Lilywhites.
£40m for a player of his ability and potential could prove to be a potential bargain deal for Spurs, offering versatility to the frontline throughout 2025/26.
Given the difference and price tag between him and Eze, it is a no-brainer for the hierarchy to make a move for the Liverpool star in the coming weeks, having the chance to develop into an elite talent under Frank’s guidance.
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