Reports say that Thomas Frank would be interested in talking to Tottenham.
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Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is once again looking for a new manager.
They recently made a big decision to fire their head coach, Ange Postecoglou, even after a season full of drama and excitement.
Now, all eyes are on Brentford’s manager, Thomas Frank, as the top choice to take over.
Who Is Thomas Frank?
Thomas Frank is a 51-year-old football manager from Denmark. He has been in charge of Brentford since 2018.
Under his leadership, Brentford became a strong team in the Premier League. In fact, he helped the club reach the Premier League for the first time ever in 2021.
Since then, Brentford has stayed in the top division and even beaten some of the biggest teams.
They’ve won matches against Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City, and even Tottenham.
Frank has built a team that plays smart and fights hard, even without spending as much money as the big clubs.
Is He Interested in Tottenham?
Yes! Reports say that Thomas Frank would be interested in talking to Tottenham if Brentford gives him permission.
However, Brentford won’t let him go easily. He has a contract with a release clause, which means Spurs would have to pay around £10 million if they want to hire him.
Brentford’s club leaders say they won’t block Frank from leaving if he truly wants the job—but they also want Tottenham to show they’re serious by offering enough money.
Why Did Tottenham Fire Their Coach?
Even though Tottenham had a strong finish to the season, the club’s leaders decided it was time for a change.
Some fans are confused by this move. The Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust said they’re worried about the club starting over again so soon.
Still, the club believes a new manager might bring more success, especially with big competitions like the Champions League coming up.
A Good Fit?
Thomas Frank hasn’t managed a big team like Tottenham before, and he doesn’t have Champions League experience.
But many experts believe he’s ready.
He’s known for being flexible with tactics, meaning he changes his game plan based on the opponent.
That’s something Tottenham might really need.
Frank has also worked with Johan Lange, Tottenham’s current technical director.
They used to work together in Denmark, which could help them get along well if Frank joins Spurs.
What’s Next?
If Frank becomes the new Tottenham boss, one of his first matches could be a huge one: the UEFA Super Cup against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
That would be a big moment to start his time at Spurs—and maybe a chance to win a trophy right away.
Final Thoughts
Thomas Frank has proven himself as a smart and successful manager at Brentford.
Tottenham is a bigger challenge, but it could be the next big step in his career.
