Thomas Frank has confirmed Tottenham Hotspur remain active in the transfer market ahead of Monday’s deadline while providing encouraging injury updates on Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Djed Spence.

The Danish manager addressed the media following Tottenham’s dramatic 2-2 draw with Manchester City on Sunday, with Spurs facing pressure to strengthen their squad during the final hours of the January window. The club currently sits 14th in the Premier League and remains desperately short of options due to a mounting injury crisis. He said (h/t football.london):

“We are active no doubt about that. If something happens let’s see.”

Thomas Frank

Tottenham have already signed Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid for £35 million and Brazil left-back Souza on a long-term deal this month, but supporters are calling for further reinforcements given the club’s precarious league position and lengthy injury list.

Frank’s reluctance to provide specifics about transfer targets reflects the uncertainty surrounding late-window negotiations. Tottenham have been linked with several players in recent days but missing out on Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City earlier this month highlighted the difficulties of competing for top targets.

However, Frank did offer more positive news regarding his injured players. Romero was substituted...