Did you not see the Sky interview with Tel last week? Tel said he never even spoke with Frank before signing his permanent deal - Never spoke to Frank. But Tel did watch some Brentford games from last years to see how Frank’s teams play - So Tel at least is a club signing - Levy being Levy - not on Frank. The other signings - believe what you like …
Can’t find a link to interview itself but see 11:17 from We are Tottenham TV discussion on Tel’s interview below.
View: https://youtu.be/xOtbYTgeqcg?si=uVKxT-GZF4-WaAq7
That's slightly concerning. But I guess it makes sense if we're going to be sticking with a general style of play.
Maybe Frank was on the 'leaker' shortlist?