Spurs have contested three EFL Cup finals since last lifting the trophy 17 years ago, but they settled for runners-up medals in 2009, 2015 and 2021. After ending their trophy drought last season, they will aiming for another as they seek to bypass Doncaster.
Frank wants Kulusevski back ASAP
Frank first spoke on Dejan Kulusevski's recovery as he slowly works behind the scenes to get back to full fitness.
"Of course Kulusevski is a top player, I have always liked him when I saw him from afar. He is a key player for us and a key player for me.
“Instead of putting an exact month, I just want him back as soon as possible. It's not tomorrow but hopefully it's not too far away."
Tottenham want to go all the way
Frank then admitted that although his side will be rotating for the cup clash, his side are set on lifting the trophy and will take the competition seriously.
"I don't know any coach or manager or player that doesn't want to compete and try to win. Going into the Carabao Cup tomorrow we are really looking forward to it and will do everything we can to try and win it. We play for that.
"There will be some rotation but there should be, with all respect to Doncaster. They have Grant McCann who I know very well and he is a very good guy and his team we need to respect, but we need to play to our highest level and get to the next round."
What would a trophy mean for Frank?
Frank was next questioned on what it would mean personally to win the Carabao Cup after never winning a senior trophy in his career so far.
"Of course I would like to win, there is no doubt about that. For me, we need to take one game at a time. We need to get past Doncaster tomorrow and the next game and the next game. Then if we get to the final you can ask me that question then."
Fitness updates Solanke and Muani
Finally, Frank gave updates on a number of squad members, including Randal Kolo Muani and Ben Davies for tomorrow: "They will both not be available for selection. It is minor injuries for both of them but it is just too short of a turnaround for both of them."
And on on Dominic Solanke and Kota Takai: "They are progressing. They both trained with the team today."