Tottenham hasn't made any major moves in the transfer market but has still shown improvement thanks to the tactical influence of coach Thomas Frank. Stability, discipline, and enhanced gameplay demonstrate that sometimes good coaching is more crucial than blockbuster signings.
While Tottenham continues to seek new signings before the summer transfer window closes, coach Thomas Frank is proving a different truth: a team can significantly improve through effective coaching rather than relying solely on buying players.
In a press conference mostly focused on the failed pursuit of Eberechi Eze and the current squad quality, Frank emphasized his priority is to maximize the potential of the players already available.“I believe I am quite clear about my ultimate goal, but I am also fully aware that I have a group of players, and these are the players I must work with. I need to work with them based on principles and the style I want to play, but depending on their qualities and abilities, I will adjust accordingly.” shared the Danish coach.
In a football environment increasingly dominated by huge expenditures, this pragmatic approach brings a fresh perspective. In fact, many big clubs get trapped in a cycle of heavy spending and constant personnel changes. Manchester United is a clear example, having spent hundreds of millions on signings without the expected results. Conversely, last season Liverpool under Arne Slot brought in only Federico Chiesa yet still managed to compete strongly for titles.
For Tottenham, Frank has only welcomed Mohammed Kudus and loan signing Joao Palhinha so far, but his tactical impact is evident. Spurs have significantly improved defensively, keeping two clean sheets in just the opening rounds—a third of last season’s total. Persistent weaknesses in set-piece situations have also been addressed more effectively.
The transfer window will certainly shape part of Spurs’ journey, but the immediate success shows the team can progress through systematic coaching. Frank is bringing stability and proving that in modern football, sometimes a skilled coach is even more valuable than an expensive signing.