Morgan Gibbs-White signs, Adam Wharton in, five exits - Tottenham best-case transfer scenario

Despite a quiet start to the summer transfer window, Tottenham have sprung into action in recent days as Thomas Frank’s transfer plans begin to take shape.

The Dane was appointed as the new head coach last month, following the departure of Ange Postecoglou. Despite Spurs’ famous Europa League triumph over Manchester United in May, a change in the dugout was deemed necessary after a below-par Premier League campaign.

Spurs have made their loan moves for Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel permanent, while youngster Luka Vuskovic has officially joined after a deal was agreed back in 2023. They have also completed a big-money move for West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus - and are not done yet.

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Morgan Gibbs-White is undoubtedly the player Spurs are now pushing hardest to sign, with reports emerging last week that they had triggered his £60 million release clause. However, the move has since hit a stumbling block, with his current club consulting lawyers over an alleged illegal approach.

Where this saga will end is anyone’s guess, but reports suggest Spurs remain confident of landing the 25-year-old. It is seen as a temporary setback rather than a complete collapse.

Attention will then need to shift to the deeper midfield roles. Both Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur are entering the final year of their respective contracts, so Spurs must decide whether to cash in now or risk losing them for free next summer.

It seems unlikely both players will be allowed to leave, and it is Bissouma who appears more likely to depart, if rumours are to be believed. Should a sale materialise, Spurs would need to enter the market for a holding midfielder, with Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton undoubtedly the standout candidate.

Juventus’ Douglas Luiz and Bayern Munich’s Joao Palhinha have also been linked - both with valuable Premier League experience - but Wharton, just 21, boasts an extremely high ceiling. He would command a significant fee, but few would argue he isn’t worth it.

A new striker has also been discussed this summer, though any move would likely depend on outgoings. Richarlison has been linked with a departure and appears the most likely candidate to make way in that position.

In terms of replacements, Brentford’s Yoane Wissa has been mentioned in several reports, likely due to his connection with Frank. However, with Brentford already negotiating with Manchester United over Bryan Mbeumo, it remains unclear whether they would sanction another major exit from their forward line.

Spurs could also raise funds through further departures, with Manor Solomon among those expected to leave. The 25-year-old has just returned from a loan spell at Leeds United. Bryan Gil has also been heavily linked with a move away.

Son Heung-min’s future has also been the subject of speculation in recent months, and he too, is entering the final year of his contract. It is likely no decision will be made until he has spoken with the manager to clarify his role next season, although Spurs may prefer to cash in on the 33-year-old.

Dream transfer window scenario

IN : Morgan Gibbs-White, Adam Wharton, Yoane Wissa

OUT : Yves Bissouma, Richarlison, Manor Solomon, Bryan Gil, Son Heung-min