Everton toiled in the pouring rain but couldn't stop Spurs from becoming the first side to register three points in the league at the Hill Dickinson.

Supporters like their team to have an identity, and I can already see one at Tottenham under Thomas Frank after less than 10 league games. At the moment they are a side which is well drilled with a tremendous work ethic and is difficult to beat, and not obsessed with playing out from the back and giving away stupid chances.

At kick-off on Sunday, Everton had not conceded from a set-piece this season. By half time they had done so twice.

Despite this, a report from Caught Offside claims Spurs have opted to turn to Porto standout Samu Aghehowa, who has a 100 million euro (£86m) release clause in his contract, as a possible replacement.

Tottenham Hotspur are among the clubs keen on Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae, who is rated highly by former Spurs star Son Heung-min.

Aghehowa Attracts Premier League Interest as Spurs Take Early LeadSamu Aghehowa’s reputation is rising rapidly across European football after an eye catching start to the 2025 to 26 season with