Justin Cochrane, who supported Frank for three years at Brentford and is part of Thomas Tuchel’s England staff, will plan the training sessions and primarily work with the attacking players. Wells will remain in charge of the defence. He could be spotted in the warm-ups before matches last season leading the back four through defensive drills.

Thomas Frank says Tottenham granted his “big wish” of appointing a specialist individual coach to his backroom team. Frank has finished assembling his coaching staff at Spurs after being hired this summer to replace Ange Postecoglou.

Thomas Frank has been speaking about the coaching staff changes at Tottenham, pre-season training, his big wish and so much more

Tottenham are exploring a move for Brentford forward Yoane Wissa. BBC Sport understands Brentford have been made aware of their London rivals' interest in the 28-year-old, in a deal that could reunite the forward with his former manager Thomas Frank, now in charge at Spurs.

Spurs already signed the Bees' manager Thomas Frank to replace Ange Postecoglou and made four signings this summer but according to Sami Mokbel of BBC Sport they are now exploring a potential deal for striker Wissa.

Tottenham have signed Japan defender Kota Takai on a five-year deal from J-League side Kawasaki Frontale for £5m.

Japan defender Kota Takai has joined Tottenham Hotspur from J-League side Kawasaki Frontale, the club has announced.