Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank is poised to sanction the temporary departure of another attacker, with young winger Mathys Tel now in line for a loan move this January. This comes swiftly after the permanent sale of Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace.
Johnson exit kicks off Spurs reshuffle
The January transfer window opened with a significant departure from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Brennan Johnson was sold to Crystal Palace for a fee of £35 million, just days after the market reopened. This represented a substantial loss for Spurs, who had signed the Welsh international for around £48 million back in 2023.
Manager Thomas Frank, who is actively moulding his squad, is expected to reinvest in attacking reinforcements. However, the outflow of offensive players may not stop with Johnson's exit, as attention turns to another member of the first-team squad.
Mathys Tel's limited role under Frank
According to fresh reports, Tottenham are now listening to loan offers for French forward Mathys Tel. The 20-year-old, who joined Spurs from Bayern Munich last season for a fee exceeding £30 million, has struggled for consistent minutes this campaign.
Tel has made just 15 appearances across all competitions, with only three of those being starts in the Premier League. His limited involvement was further highlighted when he was omitted from Frank's Champions League squad earlier in the season.
Frank has offered public praise for the player's attitude, notably after a goal earlier this term. "I'm so happy. I got emotional almost after the game because he's a young man who has a strong character and trains well every day," the head coach said. Despite these complimentary words, the club reportedly believes Tel requires regular football to continue his development, something he is not currently guaranteed in North London.
Potential destinations and squad implications
Turkish giants Galatasaray have been linked with a move for Tel, with reports suggesting they are attracted by his versatility. The winger can operate on either flank or through the middle.
Any decision to allow Tel to leave is likely contingent on Tottenham securing a replacement, especially given Johnson's permanent exit has already reduced Frank's options. The Danish manager is keen to add proven quality to his frontline as he aims to bolster Spurs' push in the second half of the season.
The potential loan deal for Tel signifies a clear strategy from Frank and the Tottenham hierarchy: to streamline the squad and ensure every player is either contributing significantly on the pitch or gaining valuable experience elsewhere to aid their growth.
