Tottenham Coach Akui Arsenal Is One Of The Best Teams In The World

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank admits Arsenal are one of the best teams in the world ahead of the first north London derby to be played outside the United Kingdom.

Spurs will face the Gunners at Kai Tak Stadium, Hong Kong, on Thursday, July 31, 2025, in Arsenal's last game on a pre-season tour of Asia.

"This is a big challenge apart from being our biggest rival, the first north London derby outside the United Kingdom."

"They are also currently one of the best teams, unfortunately, in the world, we also have to be honest."

"Thus, this will be a big test, but this is more than just a test because fighting Arsenal is not just a friendly game."

"Of course this is a game that we will win as best we can," Frank said at ESPN.

Frank also reiterated that Spurs are still working to strengthen the team in the transfer market after failing to secure Morgan Gibbs-White, who chose to extend his contract at Nottingham Forest.

"We're of course looking for players in the transfer market. We know where the squad wants to strengthen in general."

"I am happy with this squad. We have brought in a top player, Mohammed Kudus, who came and showed us his quality."

"We have a squad full of talent and quality, but of course we are looking for new players," Frank said.