Tottenham Sacks Manager Frank
Tottenham Hotspur sacked manager Thomas Frank after a dramatic downturn in form left the club 16th in the Premier League and facing a relegation battle. The decision comes amid growing pressure from fans and ownership after what was expected to be a competitive campaign.
- The dismissal on February 11, 2026, followed a 2-1 home loss to Newcastle, which marked Tottenham's eighth consecutive Premier League match without a win. Frank's tenure lasted just over eight months, leaving Spurs only five points clear of the relegation zone. - Despite a dismal league campaign, Frank had successfully guided the team to the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League. However, this European success was not enough to offset the domestic struggles. - The club backed Frank significantly in the summer transfer window, spending over £100 million on players such as Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus. However, long-term injuries to key players like James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski hampered the team's performance. - Frank was appointed in June 2025 to succeed Ange Postecoglou, who was let go despite winning the Europa League in the previous season. Postecoglou's departure came after the team finished 17th, their worst-ever Premier League campaign. - Insiders reported that Frank had "lost the confidence of the dressing room," focusing on a small group of senior players while others felt disconnected. Issues with player discipline also surfaced, including Yves Bissouma being dropped for repeated lateness. - Frontrunners to take over the managerial position include Roberto De Zerbi, who recently left Marseille, and a potential return for former manager Mauricio Pochettino, who is currently managing the US national team. Frank's assistant, John Heitinga, is expected to take over on an interim basis.
