Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank has wasted no time in laying the groundwork for his summer recruitment drive.
Sources have confirmed to FootballTransfers that Frank, who was officially unveiled as Spurs’ new boss last week on a contract running until 2028, has already held extensive discussions with the club’s decision-makers over key transfer targets – and Jack Grealish has been a prominent name in those conversations.
Frank is understood to be particularly keen to rejuvenate Tottenham’s wide options, and the situation surrounding Grealish, who has struggled for consistent game time under Pep Guardiola over the past two seasons, is being monitored closely.
While the England international is said to be open to the idea of a move to North London, salary demands are emerging as a significant stumbling block, as previously revealed by FootballTransfers.
Frank wants players like Grealish
Grealish is currently on a hefty package at Man City, and while Spurs are prepared to invest this summer, matching his existing salary could strain the club’s wage structure.
Grealish’s uncertain status has again been underlined over the past week as he was left out of Man City’s squad for the Club World Cup trip to the USA despite being fully fit.
The omission has raised eyebrows and further fuelled speculation that Guardiola may be willing to sanction an exit for the 28-year-old, should the right offer materialise.
Frank’s appointment marks a potential new tactical direction for Spurs, and insiders say he wants technically gifted, press-resistant players to spearhead his vision – a profile that fits Grealish perfectly.
As talks continue behind the scenes, it remains to be seen whether Spurs can find a financial structure that satisfies all parties. But one thing is clear: Thomas Frank is making his presence felt already – and Jack Grealish could be the first marquee name of a new Tottenham era.
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