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Strengthening in attack is a priority for Johan Lange with Thomas Frank already green-lighting the permanent signing of Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich. The Lilywhites have also agreed a £5million deal with J-League side Kawasaki Frontale for central defender Kota Takai.