Thomas Frank has already hinted at his Tottenham transfer priority this January - Opinion

Tottenham Hotspur have one area where a new signing is desperately needed when the transfer window reopens.

The January transfer window is almost upon us, and that means Tottenham Hotspur have the chance to make improvements to their squad.

This is clearly necessary, with Spurs sitting 13th in the Premier League and losing matches more often than not.

It would not be surprising if Tottenham add to their midfield next month, but there is an even greater need which has seen Thomas Frank restructure his starting lineup.

Tottenham need a left winger

Few Spurs fans were complaining after the conclusion of the summer transfer window, but there were still feelings of disappointment that the club were unable to secure a left-sided winger.

Fast forward a few months, and the need in this area is so significant that Frank has cut the position entirely from his setup. Instead of the 4-2-3-1 formation, Spurs are lining up in a 4-2-2-2 shape, which makes them lopsided and unimaginative.

Mathys Tel has only been used as a striker this season, Wilson Odobert still has a lot to learn, and Brennan Johnson has failed to inspire Tottenham when he has played. The need for a new left winger is not just desirable – it is urgent.

Spurs must keep their options realistic

Tottenham have stopped pursuing Antoine Semenyo because the Bournemouth forward is more interested in a move up north. Clearly, Spurs are not in a good enough position to pull off this type of transfer.

The January window only lasts a month, so the club must act hastily to fill the void in the Tottenham first-team squad.

This means targeting players who are likely to accept a move to North London, even if certain sections of the fanbase brand this as a lack of ambition.

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