Tottenham Stars Mohammed Kudus and Guglielmo Vicario Lead Spurs’ Strong Start Under Thomas Frank

• Mohammed Kudus is tearing up the Premier League, but West Ham may already be regretting selling him
• Tottenham’s goalkeeper, Guglielmo Vicario, is topping the league in saves, but few expected this turnaround
• Richarlison dazzles upfront, but there’s one Tottenham star quietly keeping the team in every match

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Tottenham Hotspur have made a bright start to the season under Thomas Frank, with the North London outfit already catching the eye thanks to some standout performances.

While Richarlison and Mohammed Kudus have grabbed headlines, another key figure has quietly been crucial in Spurs’ promising early form.

Mohammed Kudus has quickly justified Tottenham’s hefty summer outlay, with the club splashing £55 million to bring the Ghanaian midfielder from West Ham United, according to GOAL.

The 24-year-old has been a revelation on the right-hand side of Spurs’ attack, blending pace, creativity, and close control to make him incredibly difficult to dispossess.

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According to StatMuse, Kudus has also shown his competitive edge, leading the Premier League in ground duels won this season, with over 20 successful challenges to his name.

Meanwhile, Richarlison has continued to impress since joining Spurs, finding the back of the net twice and registering an assist in just three league appearances. The Brazilian’s ability to link up play and create chances has added another dimension to Thomas Frank’s forward line.

However, it’s not just Spurs’ attacking players making an impact. Goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has quietly been a standout performer between the sticks. The Italian shot-stopper leads the Premier League in both saves made and goals prevented this season.

Vicario has made 13 saves and boasts a goal prevention rate of 2.2, the highest in the top flight, proving his worth to Spurs’ defensive setup.

Vicario, signed for £17 million, has already kept clean sheets against Burnley and Manchester City. His first goal conceded came against Bournemouth’s Evanilson, yet even in that 1-0 defeat, Vicario made five crucial saves to keep Spurs in the game.

Such performances underline his value, particularly after French media labelled him Spurs’ worst performer in the UEFA Super Cup final against PSG earlier this year.

Reports suggest Tottenham were initially concerned about Vicario heading into the season and were exploring potential alternatives.

But his early-season form has silenced doubters, with Thomas Frank now able to rely on the Italian as a dependable presence in goal throughout the campaign.

Kudus 2025/26 stats

Building on this early-season form, Kudus’ statistics further highlight his growing influence at Spurs after hitting the ground running in the 2025/26 season.

According to Transfermarkt stats, Kudus has already registered two assists in four matches this season, quickly showing his creative spark and ability to influence play from the right flank.

This marks a clear step up from his 2024/25 campaign at West Ham United, where he delivered a rather ordinary return of five goals and four assists across all competitions.

With improved confidence, sharper movement, and a growing understanding of Thomas Frank’s system, the ex-Ajax playmaker is beginning to demonstrate the kind of impact that Tottenham invested heavily to secure this summer.

Kudus must deliver for Ghana vs. Mali

YEN.com.gh earlier previewed the crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier between Ghana and Mali, with a special focus on Mohammed Kudus and three other Black Stars players.

The matchday 8 showdown is set for Monday, September 8, at the Accra Sports Stadium, kicking off at 19:00 GMT.

Proofreading by Omoleye Omoruyi, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh