Tottenham Hotspur have identified AS Monaco attacker Maghnes Akliouche as a transfer target due to the asking price for Manchester City’s Savinho, according to the Independent journalist Miguel

The Thomas Frank era began to the great delight of Tottenham Hotspur fans on Saturday, as last season's Europa League winners cruised past newly promoted Burnley 3-0 in north London.

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Cristian Romero has underlined his commitment to Tottenham Hotspur by signing a new four-year contract, a deal that keeps him at the club until 2029 and strengthens Thomas Frank’s project in north London. The World Cup-winning defender was targeted by Atletico Madrid earlier this summer, but Spurs moved swiftly to secure their captain’s future.

Thomas Frank hailed Richarlison after the striker's double, which included a memorable scissor-kick, earned Spurs a 3-0 win over Burnley.

Tottenham have been forced to look elsewhere in their pursuit of a new winger, with Manchester City ’s valuation of Savinho remaining too high. Spurs were keen on City’s Brazilian star, with the 21-year-old reportedly open on a move to north London, where he would be likely to enjoy more game time.

The London-based side has undergone some major changes since last season, with the team parting ways with former manager Ange Postecoglou, despite their UEFA Europa League triumph. Tottenham finished 17th in the league standings,

They were heavily linked with a move for Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze but he now looks set to join Tottenham. According to Fabrizio Romano, the 27-year-old has informed Palace chiefs that he wants to join Arsenal 's local rivals.