Thomas Frank has moved to reassure Tottenham supporters that recruitment efforts are well underway, even as results continue to test patience. Speaking after Spurs’ 2-1 FA Cup third-round defeat to Aston Villa, a match that ended their hopes in another domestic competition, the Tottenham head coach acknowledged the urgency to improve while stressing that the club will not rush into poor decisions.
The defeat at Villa Park, where Emiliano Buendía starred to send Spurs out, further highlighted areas that need reinforcement, as reported by SoftFootball. Frank explained that the club’s recruitment team has been active behind the scenes for some time, pushing back against suggestions that Spurs are standing still in the January window.
He made it clear in a post shared by Fabrizio Romano on his official X account that the search for new signings is constant and deliberate before reinforcing his position directly.
Fabrizio Romano posted:
Thomas Frank on potential new signings for Spurs: In terms of transfer market, as I said many times, we are out there working very hard, trying to improve the squad.
The Danish coach went on to outline Tottenham’s wider transfer philosophy, one built on balance rather than desperation. He stressed that while the need for immediate improvement is obvious, especially with Spurs sitting 13th in the Premier League, every signing must also make sense beyond the short term.
Frank revealed that the club typically tracks up to six options per position but admitted that moving too far down that list often means sacrificing quality, something Spurs are keen to avoid.
Injuries and a demanding schedule have also shaped the club’s thinking. Spurs played five matches in 13 days, and Frank openly acknowledged that the lack of midfield options on the bench against Villa exposed depth issues.
This context has sharpened the focus on specific areas, including the left side of the pitch, where a left-footed centre-back, a winger, and a creative midfielder are believed to be priorities.
Off the pitch, Frank has continued to defend the unity within the squad and staff, recently backing Cristian Romero amid scrutiny over a controversial social media post, another situation covered by SoftFootball. He also urged fans to remember that January is the most difficult window, warning there is no quick fix.
With players like Dominic Solanke and Dejan Kulusevski returning to fitness, Frank believes improvement will come through both smart recruitment and internal growth, even as pressure continues to build.
