Tottenham: Martin Ho’s side eye Champions League spot after stunning WSL rise

Spurs have posted seven wins and two draws in 12 WSL games and have made their ambitions clear during the January transfer window.

“I wouldn’t have joined if the club’s ambition didn’t match mine,” Ho said.

“Since arriving, the ownership has invested heavily in the team – in players, staff, facilities and infrastructure.

“They want this team competing in Europe consistently and challenging for honours domestically. That takes time, but the support is there.”

The club have signed Norway internationals Julie Blakstad and Signe Gaupset as well as Swedish duo Hanna Wijk and Matilda Nilden from BK Hacken.

Meanwhile, highly rated Japanese forward Maika Hamano has joined on loan from defending champions Chelsea until June.

Speaking on BBC Women’s Football Weekly, former England forward Ellen White and ex-Scotland international Jen Beattie agreed Spurs’ transfer business reflects a club trying to challenge the status quo.

“They are in the race for Champions League spots for sure,” Beattie said.

“Why not? He doesn’t want to put pressure on players and what you say internally and externally can be two different things.

“Internally, they’ll know quality they have. They can compete with anyone.”

White said: “Spurs have recruited really well and we’re seeing a lot of players from Norway and Sweden.

“With the physicality of those leagues, they will be up to speed in that aspect. It’s something Ho will be fully aware of, being out there and working with a number of these players.”