Tottenham Hotspur were far from quiet during the summer of 2025 as the club prepared for the arrival of Thomas Frank. In fact, Spurs were one of the most active teams in the transfer market, clearly trying to reshape the squad after a deeply disappointing league campaign.
Big money was spent on attacking talent, with Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus arriving as two of the most exciting young players in the Premier League. Both signings were seen as statements of intent, players capable of lifting the quality and energy of the attack immediately.
Alongside them, Tottenham also secured Mathys Tel, a player many believe could soon be mentioned in the same breath as those elite young stars if his development continues on the right path.
Tottenham did not stop there. Knowing the squad still lacked balance and depth, the club moved smartly in the loan market. Randal Kolo Muani was brought in to offer pace and power through the middle, while Joao Palhinha arrived to provide much-needed strength and control in midfield.
On paper, it looked like a strong window, one that suggested Spurs were finally serious about rebuilding with purpose rather than patching holes.
However, despite all that business, the reality is that Tottenham finished last season in 17th place. That fact alone tells its own story. Even with recent positive results, including clean-sheet wins against Brentford and Slavia Praha, Spurs are still very much a mid-table Premier League side right now.
Heavy defeats to rivals Chelsea and Arsenal exposed the same old problems: lack of consistency, fragile confidence, and a squad that still feels incomplete. Progress is visible, but it is slow, and patience among supporters is wearing thin.
Because of that, Tottenham fans are once again looking to the January transfer window with hope and urgency. There is a strong feeling that more quality is needed if Spurs are to move away from the bottom half and become competitive again. Supporters are calling for reinforcements in several areas.
A new left winger who can add goals is high on the list. A reliable left-back is another concern, as is the need for a creative defensive midfielder who can dictate play and link the team together.
Many also believe another striker is required to truly compete across all competitions. Of all these needs, an extra goal-scoring winger feels like the most pressing issue.
Thomas Frank appears to understand this better than anyone. Ahead of the Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest, the Tottenham manager offered a very clear and confident message about the upcoming transfer window.
His words immediately caught the attention of the fanbase. Frank stated that the club would definitely be active in the market and made it clear that he wants new signings brought in as early as possible. The strength of his language stood out. This was not vague talk or cautious optimism. It sounded like a demand.
For a manager who has sometimes been accused of lacking ambition, or of treating Tottenham like a smaller club, this statement felt different. It showed authority and intent. Frank was not suggesting that Spurs might look at options.
He was saying they will act. That is exactly the kind of message Tottenham supporters have been desperate to hear for years. Still, many fans will remain cautious. They have heard bold promises before, only to be disappointed when action failed to match words.
What makes this moment feel different is the change behind the scenes. With Daniel Levy no longer in charge, the ownership group has been pushing a new narrative.
They have spoken openly about major investment, with figures around 100 million euros being mentioned, and about backing the manager properly. That has raised expectations across the fanbase.
Players like Antoine Semenyo being linked with a move only add fuel to the excitement, especially with Frank keen to bring in players early who can settle quickly and make an impact in the Champions League.
There is a familiar sound around North London right now, and it is the sound of hope returning. Tottenham fans are daring to believe again, even if they know better than to fully trust the process just yet. January could be a defining moment for this new era.
If Spurs deliver on Frank’s words and bring in the quality the squad clearly needs, the mood around the club could change very quickly. If not, the frustration will only grow louder.
For now, all eyes are on the transfer window, and once again, Tottenham supporters are waiting to see if promises finally turn into progress.
