Tottenham are hoping to bring in midfield reinforcements in the summer transfer window
Tottenham are hoping to return to winning ways in the Premier League following the departure of Thomas Frank. The Lilywhites chose to relieve the Danish tactician of his duties after suffering a 1-2 home defeat to Newcastle United last weekend. That loss proved to be the final nail in the coffin for Frank, with the North Londoners deciding that a change in the dugout was necessary before they were dragged into a relegation battle.
Spurs are now on the verge of confirming a deal to appoint Igor Tudor as interim head coach until the end of the season. The Croatian tactician is set to join the club on a temporary basis, with the Lilywhites having no obligation to make the appointment permanent once the campaign concludes. The responsibility now lies with Tudor to steady the ship at N17 and guide the club back to winning ways if Tottenham are to remain an attractive destination for top players in the summer.
There are several glaring issues within the squad that need to be addressed once the summer transfer window opens. The main priority for the North Londoners should be to sign a new midfielder capable of immediately replacing Joao Palhinha in the heart of midfield and playing alongside Conor Gallagher. Spurs require a player who can carry the ball forward and act as a key link between defence and attack.
Tottenham need to fend off competition to land Brighton star Carlos Baleba
Tottenham are eager to strengthen their squad in the summer as they aim to compete at the top end of the Premier League table next season. It is crucial for the Lilywhites to recruit players who can make an immediate impact at N17 and help the club push for European qualification under the next permanent manager. This is precisely why supporters are keen for the North Londoners to target players who already have a high ceiling and can slot straight into the starting eleven.
Recent reports have linked Spurs with Carlos Baleba of Brighton & Hove Albion. The Cameroon international has made significant progress in the Premier League under Fabian Hurzeler, establishing himself as one of the most exciting young prospects in English football. Signed as a replacement for Moises Caicedo, the 22-year-old has largely stepped into the shoes of the current Chelsea midfielder with relative ease. He was even heavily linked to Manchester United in the summer of 2025, but the Red Devils were put off by his price tag.
PSG are also interested in Carlos Baleba's signature.
PSG are also interested in Carlos Baleba’s signature.
However, prising the highly rated midfielder away to N17 may not be straightforward for the Lilywhites. According to Fichajes, Paris Saint-Germain are also keen on signing Baleba this summer as they look to strengthen their midfield for next season. The Ligue 1 giants are reportedly prepared to meet the £100m valuation set by Brighton, making it difficult for Spurs to win the race for his signature.
Time for Tottenham to move on!
Missing out on Carlos Baleba could ultimately prove to be a blessing in disguise for Tottenham. Despite his undoubted talent, the Cameroon international has not enjoyed a particularly strong spell in recent weeks. In his latest outing, the 22-year-old was substituted within the opening 25 minutes by Fabian Hurzeler, underlining his recent struggles for form. As a result, it would make little sense for Spurs to spend heavily on a player who is not delivering consistently at present.
The time has come for the Lilywhites to explore alternative options instead. Reports have also linked Tottenham with Mandela Keita of Parma. The 23-year-old is enjoying a strong season in Serie A and has attracted interest from several Premier League sides, including Spurs. However, the North Londoners may have to fend off competition from Aston Villa if they are to secure Keita’s services in the coming months.