Tottenham Hotspur`s success in European competition at the end of last season demonstrates their capability to compete at the highest level in the foreseeable future.
Thomas Frank is expected to lead their sustained success in North London, taking charge after Ange Postecoglou`s departure despite the Europa League triumph.
The Dane will likely aim to put his stamp on the first-team squad this summer, with several player movements anticipated in the coming weeks.
Numerous players have been linked with the club recently since the transfer window opened, but no deals have been finalized yet.
Latest on Spurs` Transfer Targets This Summer
Bryan Mbeumo was widely rumored to be moving to Spurs this summer, but it now seems he is set to join Manchester United instead.
Mohammed Kudus is another Premier League player on Spurs` radar, and West Ham United are reportedly open to selling the Ghanaian. However, his £85m release clause means he would be a significant investment.
More recently, another name has emerged: Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott. According to TBR Football, Spurs are keeping a close eye on the player.
Reports suggest that Frank`s side has made an inquiry about the 22-year-old forward, who might be available for around £40m this summer.
The same reports indicate that Elliott is willing to leave Anfield this summer in pursuit of regular playing time, especially after Liverpool spent a considerable £116m on signing Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.
Why Spurs` £40m Target May Be More Talented Than Eze
As in previous transfer windows, Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze is again on Spurs` shortlist as Frank seeks to bolster attacking options during the off-season.
The 26-year-old has been a key target, and understandably so, given the England international`s impressive return of eight goals and eight assists in the Premier League last season.
However, competition for his signature appears strong, with North London rivals Arsenal also reportedly interested in signing Oliver Glasner`s key player this summer.
Eze is reported to have a £68m release clause in his current contract at Selhurst Park, and his preference between a move to Spurs or Arsenal remains uncertain.
Nevertheless, Spurs should perhaps look beyond the attacking midfielder and instead focus on securing a deal for Elliott this summer, as the Liverpool player arguably possesses greater talent.
The Liverpool player is four years younger than the Palace star, giving him more time to develop, yet he already surpasses Eze in several key performance areas.
Elliott, described as “sensational” by journalist Jonathan Higgins, boasts a better goal-per-shot-on-target ratio, potentially offering Frank a more clinical option.
| Statistics (per 90) | Elliott | Eze |
|---|---|---|
| Games played | 18 | 34 |
| Goals & assists | 3 | 16 |
| Goals per shot on target | 0.3 | 0.2 |
| Pass accuracy | 82% | 74% |
| Key passes | 2.4 | 2.1 |
| Progressive passes | 10.7 | 3.3 |
| Carries into final third | 2.7 | 1.6 |
| Aerials won | 33% | 15% |
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Stats via FBref |
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He also completes more passes and makes nearly three times as many progressive passes per 90 minutes, indicating a stronger ability to create chances and offer an additional creative threat in the final third.
The young player`s advantage extends further; he makes more carries into the final third per 90 and wins more aerial duels, showcasing a well-rounded skillset that could benefit Spurs.
A fee of £40m for a player of Elliott`s current ability and significant potential could represent a potential bargain for Spurs, providing versatility in the attack for the 2025/26 season.
Considering the differences in performance stats, potential, and the lower price tag compared to Eze, pursuing a deal for the Liverpool star in the coming weeks seems like a sensible decision for the club`s management, offering the chance to develop him into an elite talent under Frank`s guidance.
