Tottenham Hotspur’s summer business has taken another major step forward as the club has triggered the £60 million release clause for Morgan Gibbs-White, with a medical now scheduled for Friday. The 25-year-old England international is set to become the club’s second marquee signing this week following the arrival of Mohammed Kudus.
🔥 Thomas Frank Gets His Man
As reported by Ben Jacobs and David Ornstein, the move was personally driven by Spurs head coach Thomas Frank, who has long been an admirer of Gibbs-White dating back to his time at Brentford. The attacking midfielder is believed to be a cornerstone of Frank’s vision for a new-look Tottenham side that blends technical flair with athleticism and versatility.
Fabrizio Romano has given the deal his signature seal of approval – “Here we go!” – confirming that Tottenham made direct contact with Nottingham Forest to activate the player’s release clause. The deal is now fully agreed, with Gibbs-White expected to be unveiled as a Spurs player in the coming days after completing his medical.
🧠 What Gibbs-White Brings to Spurs
Morgan Gibbs-White brings creativity, pressing intensity, and attacking output to Spurs’ midfield. He was one of the standout performers for Forest last season, often operating as the club’s creative heartbeat.
His addition offers Thomas Frank the ability to play with a high-energy midfield three, with the likes of Gibbs-White, Kudus, and Bentancur or Archie Gray combining technical ability and dynamism. With James Maddison’s fitness history, Gibbs-White provides top-level depth and potential competition or rotation in the No. 10 role.
⚪ Kudus Forced Move to Spurs
Meanwhile, more details have emerged around Mohammed Kudus’ transfer from West Ham, revealing just how determined the Ghanaian international was to join Spurs.
According to Sami Mokbel and Jacob Steinberg, Kudus handed in a transfer request and was late to training twice this week to help force through the deal. An Ex-West Ham Employee claimed the Hammers were prepared to accept less money from any other club — but no other offers came, and Kudus had made it clear: he only wanted Tottenham.
Spurs reportedly promised Kudus he would be “the main man” in Thomas Frank’s project — a pitch that clearly landed. Kudus now joins the North Londoners for £55 million on a six-year deal.
🧱 Romero Stays, Spurs Say ‘Not For Sale’
Despite intense speculation earlier this summer, Cristian Romero is going nowhere.
Multiple sources — including Fabrizio Romano, AS, and M.M Tavalera — confirm that Atletico Madrid have dropped their pursuit after Tottenham rejected a formal €55m approach outright.
Spurs made it crystal clear: Romero is untouchable, and they will not enter talks under any circumstances. The Argentine centre-back is viewed as a foundational figure in Thomas Frank’s backline.
Interestingly, Romero has reportedly turned down an initial renewal offer from the club to extend his contract beyond 2027, though Spurs remain optimistic of tying him down long-term.
🇰🇷 Son Heung-min Set to Return to Training
Club captain Heung-Min Son will return to Hotspur Way at the end of the week, per Alasdair Gold.
The 31-year-old forward had pre-agreed family commitments to attend before reporting back for pre-season. Son remains a key part of Thomas Frank’s plans for the upcoming season and is expected to take on a pivotal role in the revamped front line alongside Kudus and Solanke.
💸 Bissouma & Richarlison Could Be Next to Go
Two exits may be on the cards before the next wave of incomings.
Midfielder Yves Bissouma is reportedly at the top of Jose Mourinho’s wishlist at Fenerbahçe. Yağız Sabuncuoğluclaims Spurs are open to selling Bissouma for around £20 million, with talks expected to progress soon.
Meanwhile, Palmeiras have opened discussions to sign Richarlison, who could make a return to Brazil as the club looks for a marquee attacking addition for the second half of their season (RTI).
📝 Final Word: Statement Summer Taking Shape
With Kudus confirmed and Gibbs-White on the way, Spurs are backing Thomas Frank in a big way. The strategy is clear: build a young, dynamic, high-tempo side around versatile attacking midfielders and retain elite talents like Romero and Son.
The next few weeks will be key as Spurs look to balance further incomings with strategic outgoings — but if these moves are anything to go by, Tottenham’s new project is taking flight in serious fashion.
Stay tuned to WeAreTottenhamTV for the latest updates, reaction videos, and tactical breakdowns as this exciting summer window unfolds.
