After winning their first European trophy in 41 years and assembling one of the most exciting squads in England, Spurs are suddenly a team no one wants to face. Here’s how it all changed—and what comes next.
In football, all it takes is one moment to spark a revolution. For Tottenham Hotspur, that moment might have come in the 42nd minute of the 2025 UEFA Europa League Final, when Brennan Johnson scrambled the ball past Manchester United’s keeper at San Mamés. It wasn’t pretty, but it was priceless.
That goal didn’t just win Spurs their first European trophy since 1984—it signaled a dramatic shift in the club’s fortunes. After a dreadful 2024–25 Premier League season, where they finished just one place above the relegation zone, Tottenham’s European success has reignited belief, restored pride, and—crucially—massively boosted their pulling power in the transfer market.
Now, with Champions League football secured and a re-energized squad, Spurs fans have every reason to dream.
🔄 From Collapse to Comeback
It’s hard to overstate how bad things looked not so long ago. The 2024–25 season saw injuries ravage the squad and performances plummet. Despite ending the campaign with a European trophy, manager Ange Postecoglou was sacked for the club’s worst top-flight finish in nearly half a century.
Enter Thomas Frank, the Danish tactician who made Brentford punch far above their weight in the Premier League. Known for maximizing limited resources and implementing a tactical system that consistently outsmarted bigger teams, Frank arrives at Spurs with genuine credentials—and now, a much stronger squad at his disposal.
🔁 Reinforcements All Over the Pitch
With injuries hopefully behind them, Spurs now boast depth and quality across every position:
- Defence: A formidable center-back trio of Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and new signing Kevin Danso, backed by Radu Dragusin and teenage prodigy Luka Vuskovic.
- Full-backs: Destiny Udogie, Djed Spence, and Pedro Porro provide both defensive stability and attacking threat.
- Midfield: A blend of youth and experience. From teenagers Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall, to prime-age stars like Pape Matar Sarr, Yves Bissouma, Dejan Kulusevski, and seasoned creators James Maddison and Rodrigo Bentancur.
- Attacking Midfield Boost: The signing of Morgan Gibbs-White from Nottingham Forest brings another layer of creativity and pressing intensity.
- Attack: A mix of youthful fire and seasoned talent. Mikey Moore and Wilson Odobert are ready to explode, Brennan Johnson continues to grow in confidence, and Dominic Solanke brings goals and movement. Add to that Mathys Tel, who impressed on loan, Bryan Gil, and Richarlison.
But the biggest statement of all? Mohammed Kudus!
✨ Mohammed Kudus: The Crown Jewel
Tottenham secured the signature of Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, and it’s already looking like the signing of the summer. One of the most versatile and dangerous attackers in the Premier League, Kudus brings flair, dynamism, and end product.
Able to play anywhere across the front line or as an attacking midfielder, the Ghanaian international is a game-changer. From silky solo runs to acrobatic finishes, Kudus doesn’t just fit Spurs’ system—he elevates it.
He reportedly only wanted Spurs, and now that the move has materialized, he’s expected to become a fan favorite at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
🏆 New Goals, New Expectations
So, what now?
With Champions League football back on the menu, Spurs are preparing to face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup in August. Win or lose, they’ll look like a different team from the one that finished 17th domestically.
Can Thomas Frank take this squad to a top-four Premier League finish in 2025–26? How deep can they go in the Champions League? Is silverware going to become a regular thing at Spurs?
The club is cooking, and the rest of Europe is starting to smell it.
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