Tottenham Board Delivers Shocking Decision on Thomas Frank's Future After Heated Deliberations
Tottenham Hotspur will not be making an immediate change to Thomas Frank's position despite concerning recent results and displays, according to reports.
The ex-Brentford manager had a promising beginning in north London after replacing Ange Postecoglou following last season's successful Europa League campaign. Spurs sat third in the Premier League standings during October's international window, trailing their London neighbors Arsenal by just two points at the top. The situation has deteriorated significantly since then.
Frank's team has managed only eight points from their last nine league fixtures—a record that surpasses merely three clubs in the division during the same timeframe—while also suffering elimination from the Carabao Cup at the hands of Newcastle United.
Whatever positive momentum had built up through consecutive wins against Brentford and Slavia Prague was completely extinguished by Sunday's disappointing 3–0 defeat to Nottingham Forest. Spurs have accumulated fewer Premier League points this campaign compared to the equivalent stage of last season, when they ultimately finished 17th.
Regular conversations about Frank's position have occurred within Tottenham's restructured leadership, as reported by The Athletic. Despite the concerning numbers, the club's decision-makers have chosen to provide the Danish manager with additional time.
Frank was brought in by former executive chairman Daniel Levy last summer just before the long-standing club official was unexpectedly removed in September. Peter Charrington took over as non-executive chairman while the majority-owning Lewis family maintains significant influence. Vivienne Lewis, along with her brother Charles Lewis and son-in-law Nick Beucher, are key figures at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Frank Cautions Tottenham Will Not Be a 'Quick Fix'
The choice to continue with Frank, who has a contract running until 2028, will come as no shock to the manager himself. Following Sunday's poor performance at the City Ground, the 52-year-old was questioned about whether he anticipated receiving more time. "I can't see why not," he responded.
"I believe it's quite clear that without adequate time, nobody can reverse this situation. This isn't something that can be fixed overnight."
Spurs may have secured their first silverware in 17 years under Postecoglou but also achieved the club's poorest league position since 1975.
"I believe I do my utmost to manage my feelings, which feel like a storm within me, because naturally, it's incredibly frustrating that we aren't performing better today following three solid displays," Frank expressed over the weekend.
"I believe it's crucially important to remain composed and thoughtful. And naturally, deliver very direct and clear communication when appropriate, so there's no uncertainty about my thoughts. Because I'm completely transparent about our current situation."