Thomas Frank has already given his endorsement to the ‘unplayable’ player Tottenham are targeting

Tottenham may look to use the January transfer window to strengthen their push for a Champions League place.

Thomas Frank’s side went into the international break after an exciting 2-2 draw with Manchester United, a result that kept Spurs fifth in the table and just a point behind fourth-placed Sunderland.

Ex-refs chief hits back as he responds to Howard Webb’s verdict on Liverpool-Man City controversy

Even though Tottenham are well positioned in the top-four race, Frank is already preparing for January and compiling a list of potential signings.

With Randal Kolo Muani sidelined after a major injury against United, Football Insider reported that Spurs could move sooner than planned to bring in Ivan Toney on loan in an attempt to resolve their issues in front of goal.

Alarmingly, centre-back Micky van de Ven is still their second-highest scorer in the league with three goals, highlighting why attacking reinforcements are being discussed.

What Thomas Frank has said about Tottenham target Jarrod Bowen

West Ham winger Jarrod Bowen is among the players admired by several clubs, Spurs included, ahead of the winter window.

The 28-year-old has long been the standout performer at the London Stadium and remains West Ham’s most valuable asset, which is why the club are reluctant to sell. Sources told Football Insider that West Ham would only consider offers they cannot refuse, and so far none have met that standard.

However, if West Ham were unexpectedly relegated to the Championship, Spurs’ interest could gain momentum. Speaking about Bowen in February 2025, Frank said:

> “I remember Bowen from the Championship. He’s been West Ham’s main threat almost from the moment he joined. He drives the team and can score in every way — from distance, on the counter, through dribbling, in the box — he’s definitely someone we have to keep quiet.”

Frank also noted that Bowen was “unplayable” when he scored a hat-trick against Brentford last season.

Bowen’s desire for Champions League football

At 28, Bowen is entering the peak of his career and may feel his ambitions are bigger than what West Ham can realistically offer. On November 11, Football Insider reported that Bowen hopes to play in the Champions League — a key reason a move to Tottenham could appeal.

While it may seem unlikely that Bowen would leave West Ham for a London rival, the move could depend on how determined he is to compete at the highest European level.

Having scored the decisive goal in West Ham’s 2023 Europa Conference League final victory, Bowen has already experienced European competition — and the Champions League may now be the next step he is chasing.