Tottenham’s turbulent Premier League season has raised speculation about Ange Postecoglou’s future, with Brentford manager Thomas Frank reportedly emerging as a potential successor.
Spurs’ latest setback, a 4-3 defeat to Chelsea despite leading 2-0 early, marked their third loss in five games. This poor form has dropped the team to 11th in the table, with just 20 points from 15 matches.
Seven losses this season, coupled with struggles to secure results against teams they are expected to beat, have intensified scrutiny over Postecoglou’s management.
According to Adam Crafton of The Athletic on X, Brentford’s Thomas Frank should be a strong candidate to step into the role should Spurs decide to make a managerial change.
I don’t know if or the extent to which West Ham, Tottenham and Newcastle are thinking about changes but if they’re not thinking about Thomas Frank they must be mad
— Adam Crafton (@AdamCrafton_) December 8, 2024
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Frank, renowned for his tactical versatility and ability to maximise player potential, has built a reputation as one of the Premier League’s most resourceful managers.
Frank began his Brentford journey in 2016 as an assistant coach and took over as head coach in 2018. Under his leadership, the club achieved promotion to the Premier League in the 2020–21 season and have since established themselves as a competitive force in the top flight.
Despite injuries and the prolonged absence of star striker Ivan Toney during the 2023–24 season, Frank guided Brentford to an impressive ninth-place finish, demonstrating his knack for adaptability and team cohesion. Frank even earned praise from former Liverpool manager for his ‘brilliant’ work at Brentford.
For Tottenham, a move for Frank could represent a turning point, addressing their ongoing issues with game management and inconsistency. His track record of fostering stability and delivering results under challenging circumstances aligns with what Spurs may need to revive their campaign.
As pressure builds on Postecoglou, Tottenham’s board faces a crucial decision. Whether they opt for patience or consider a fresh direction with Frank remains to be seen, but the latter could offer a promising new chapter for the North London club.