How good can Tottenham Hotspur be under Thomas Frank? Focus on set pieces and defense can be a big difference

Tottenham will enter the new season with their trophy -dried in the past after lifting the Europa League title, but instead of that trophy that provides clarity, this is very much a club in transition. Thomas Frank will lead the team this campaign After replacing Ange Postecoglou and club captain Heung-My Son can be on its way to the club with the Potential of a move to Los Angeles FC on the Horizon.

Despite these changes, there is reason for optimism at the club, even after ending just above the relegation zone last season in 17th place. It was a chaotic campaign for Tottenham and they only took 14 points in 19 Premier League matches after January 1, with no less than 14 target difference, and although the Focus might have been elsewhere to win the Europa League, that is an unacceptable performance for a team that was expected to compete for a place in the top four.

The highlights of the Postecoglou system were high, Such as beating Manchester City 4-0 away from homeBut the lows were also quite low, such as losing 4-2 to wolves in April. His system was not repeatable, and as one of Mickey van de Ven or Cristian Romero Missed time due to injuries or suspensions, the entire defense fell into ruins. If you look at that, it makes sense why Tottenham would look to make a movement, and Frank’s arrival comes at the right time.

Unsfilled by the need to immediately end a trophy -dried, Frank can take the time to implement his system, add new players and create a flexible, dynamic Tottenham. Postecoglou brought dynamics, but his teams were missing a plan B. In contrast, a candid Brentford side, used several formations and player fits to give them a tactical lead, competing with the best of the Premier League. Set games were a focusAnd they mainly operated from a 4-3-3 or 3-5-2 formation, both styles that suit the core players in Tottenham.

By Chelsea And Brighton, Spurs also used some of the youngest line -ups in the competition, with both teams with an average age of slightly older than 24 years old. Four players aged 22 or younger registered more than 1000 Premier League minutes, and with teenagers such as such as Archie Gray And Lucas Bergvall Step to take the steps forward in the new campaign, there is a lot to be found in the team.

Depth in important areas and smart transfers

After he has joined loan to loan Bayern Munich As a January addition to a team that is desperately looking for attackers, Mathys Tel has joined a permanent deal to stimulate the attack. Focus on the dribble and not afraid to shoot everywhere, the 20-year-old is the perfect type of player to improve under Frank, stimulating the attack. Centerback Kota Takai has also become a member in addition to Luka Vusovic, officially member of Hajduk Split. Mohammed Kudus merged from West Ham United To stimulate Frank’s attack, and while Morgan Gibbs-White I did not cooperate so well to put things exaggerated, The expected arrival of midfielder Joao Palhinha A great need can stimulate on loan.

Despite having Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur In the team, the defensive midfielders of Tottenham were more comfortable to play further on the field. Palhinha is a limited player, so it was strange that he was in the first place a Bayern Munich -target, but his strength to sit deep, to clean up danger and play simple passes to his teammates, will make Tottenham system easier to reproduce.

Even if an attacking midfielder does not participate before the season starts, is healthy seasons of Dominic Solanke and James Maddison Will go a long way in improving the team. Pope Sarr is another midfielder who can participate in the attack, and with Trent Alexander-Arnold Gone to Real Madrid” Pedro Porro Will have a chance to be the first attacking attacking back in the Premier League this coming season. In essence, if Frank can find out the defensive form of this team, the attack will not be what stops them. He has not had to deal with the routine of a Champions League season, but with the new competition phase setup, Tottenham will be more likely to rotate the team in Europe than in a traditional group phase.

What does Frank bring?

Rotate his party comfortably to adapt to the opposition, there is no team that will overlook Frank in Tottenham. Being able to bring core members from his Brentford to the club, will ensure that players are fully prepared, and because Spurs are not involved in the Club World Cup, they have had a standard preseason in which Frank can work with the squad uninterrupted to prepare for the face Paris Saint-Germian in the UEFA Super Cup on August 13 to kick the season.

Pressing is important because Frank parties like to retain a high backline, which is a similar aspect like Postecoglou’s management. Although that can ensure that they admit on the counter, a counterpress led by Solanke will also make many goals in itself because of how quickly traces a team can pay during the break. Combine that with a focus on fixed plays and defend them, and it offers Tottenham a good basis for working, even if there is no big improvement of players in the new campaign.

With Frank teams who enjoy attacks from broad areas, Kudus and Porro will be the key, but another player to watch is Wilson Odebert. Injuries prevented him from having a major impact, but his skills in dribbling and creating opportunities will be important in this new system to let things tap. Frank will need everyone who is ready to contribute to get the ball in the box and press while you are not in possession.

Frank Teams appreciate fitness to surpass the opponent, and with such a young team in Tottenham it is something that can be introduced fairly quickly. Even in the middle back with two new players who participated and Radu Dragusin Returning injury is more depth to make players available outside the start XI. That alone evokes the floor of this team.

What can Tottenham achieve?

Despite the optimism around the team, making the top four would not only need everything to go perfectly, but it also needs a slip-up of other teams. Manchester City, ArsenalChelsea, and Liverpool Seems in its own layer, but after those four it is someone who guesses how things can shake things. Newcastle, Nottingham ForestAnd Aston Villa I took steps back, while Brighton does not yet feel ready to compete at the highest level. This would make fifth place the goal for Tottenham this campaign and at the same time make a strong run in the cups.

In the Champions League, Spurs are talented enough to get out of the competition phase, but when it comes to continuing, it depends on the draw and how much they have improved under Frank. This is a team that could make a run, but they need the right draw to do that. However, winning a knockout phase match or making the round of 16 is enough to expand. This was also the expectation last season and although it did not work, so Frank was brought in. He has to run the ground, but the stage will do exactly that.

How Tottenham vs. Newcastle United to view

• Date: Sunday, August 3 | Time7 am and
• Location: Seoul World Cup Stadium – Seoul, Zuid -Korea
• TV: CBS Sports Network