Thomas Frank has shed light on Tottenham’s early preparations for the January transfer window, with conversations already taking place behind the scenes involving Vinai Venkatesham and Johan Lange.
The summer transfer window only just closed a few months ago, and Tottenham Hotspur were as active as ever, with their business stretching late into deadline day.
Spurs confirmed five new arrivals, with Mathys Tel and Kevin Danso’s moves made permanent, while Mohammed Kudus, Joao Palhinha, Xavi Simons, Kota Takai and Randal Kolo Muani were all brought in as fresh additions to the squad.
Still, a large section of Tottenham supporters remains firm in their belief that the squad needs further strengthening, with many openly suggesting where the club should look to invest when the winter market opens.
Thomas Frank on Tottenham’s January transfer planning
Speaking in his pre-match press conference ahead of Spurs’ clash with Leeds United, Thomas Frank discussed how discussions with the recruitment team have been unfolding, explaining that plans are already being set in motion for the January window.
He revealed that talks with Tottenham’s technical director, Johan Lange and chief executive Vinai Venkatesham are ongoing, stressing that preparations begin almost immediately after a window closes.
Frank said, via Tottenham’s official channel: “I think a week or two after the window shuts, they begin preparing the next window. We will have a meeting relatively soon where we will speak about it and then we will go from there.”
Tottenham squad depth and injury concerns
Tottenham do have a level of depth in their squad, although recent injuries have undoubtedly reduced the quality available to Frank at this stage of the season.
Key players such as Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, Dominic Solanke and Randal Kolo Muani are still waiting to build a consistent run of games under the new manager, which has inevitably sparked debate amongst supporters who are keen to see more attacking options brought in, particularly in the wide areas.
Since Daniel Levy’s departure, there have been reports suggesting that the Lewis family are prepared to invest more directly in the Spurs’ first team, and with the January window fast approaching, fans will be watching closely to see if those claims translate into tangible backing for Frank.