Thomas Frank Confirms Tottenham’s Transfer Plans Amid James Maddison Injury Blow

Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank has confirmed that the club is actively seeking new signings, including an attacking midfielder, following James Maddison’s devastating ACL injury.

Maddison’s injury will keep him sidelined for a significant portion of the 2025-26 season, prompting Spurs to search for a replacement.

Transfer Update

Active in the Market: Frank stated that Tottenham is “definitely in the market” for new players, particularly in the attacking midfield position.

Replacement for Maddison: The club acknowledges the need to sign a new player to fill the gap left by Maddison’s injury.

No Immediate Deals: Frank emphasized that no transfers are imminent, and the club will only announce deals when they are 100% confirmed.

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Squad Updates

Injuries: Dejan Kulusevski is also a long-term absentee with a knee injury, while Maddison’s ACL injury will keep him out for an extended period.

New Signings: Tottenham has signed Mohammed Kudus to boost their wide attacking options and secured Joao Palhinha on a one-season loan from Bayern Munich to strengthen their central midfield.

Preparing for the Season

UEFA Super Cup: Spurs will face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup next Wednesday, followed by their Premier League opener against Burnley three days later.

Learning from Defeats: Frank acknowledged the heavy defeat to Bayern Munich but is confident that his team will learn from the experience and be ready for the challenges ahead.

Confidence in the Team

Ready for PSG: Frank is certain that Tottenham will be prepared for the UEFA Super Cup match against PSG, citing the team’s positive performances in pre-season.

Consistency: The coach emphasized the need for consistency in the team’s performance and principles, but remains optimistic about their progress.