Tottenham Hotspur’s current manager, Thomas Frank, is reportedly eager to reward Rodrigo Bentancur with a new contract. The club are looking to secure the long-term future of the player, whose current deal expires in 2026. The manager has been impressed since arriving at the North London club.
Thomas Frank pushes for Rodrigo Bentancur contract extension
Thomas Frank is keen for Rodrigo Bentancur to be offered a new contract. The current deal runs until the summer of 2026. The Tottenham manager wants the club to secure the Uruguayan’s future. Bentancur has quickly become an important player under Thomas Frank.
Rodrigo Bentancur completed 90 minutes in the UEFA Super Cup Final defeat to PSG. Thomas Frank has assessed his Tottenham Hotspur squad. As a result, he hopes an agreement can be reached regarding a new deal for the 28-year-old. Sources indicate that discussions are likely to take place soon.
Tottenham consider midfield options under Thomas Frank
TBR Football revealed in May that Bentancur was a contender to become the next captain at Tottenham. New contract talks were already being planned at that time. Thomas Frank has made it clear to Spurs that Bentancur should be issued with a bumper new deal. He has been impressed by the former Juventus midfielder.
Bailey told TBR Football, “Bentancur is someone who we have covered previously, but he’s a player who has done really well. Obviously, a lot of people are thinking, ‘Oh, is there room for him in Frank’s side?’ There clearly is.”
“The thing with Bentancur is his new contract. I do understand that Thomas Frank wants him to progress with that, he’s only got a year left, I think. My understanding is that Thomas Frank wants him to sign a new deal. He’s very happy with him.”
Competition for places in the Tottenham midfield
Thomas Frank has a nice midfield headache at Tottenham, with several top options to pick from. Against PSG, he opted for Bentancur, Joao Palhinha and Pape Matar Sarr. Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray were left on the bench as a result.
Tottenham are set to add Eberechi Eze to their options. Tottenham remain locked in talks with Crystal Palace over a deal for the 27-year-old. However, Yves Bissouma could be sold by Tottenham, especially after he was left out of Frank’s squad for the Super Cup due to disciplinary reasons.
The Tottenham manager clearly values Rodrigo Bentancur’s contribution to the team. Securing his long-term future appears to be a priority. The coming weeks will reveal whether Tottenham Hotspur can agree on a new deal with the midfielder.
