Spurs sit 14th in the Premier League after FA Cup exit to Aston Villa, putting CEO Vinai Venkatesham’s summer appointment under intense scrutiny.
Tottenham Hotspur are seriously evaluating the future of manager Thomas Frank as the club enters a “delicate phase” following their recent FA Cup elimination. According to TEAMtalk, the upcoming London derby against West Ham is now being treated as a definitive turning point for the Danish coach.
A Season in Turmoil Despite Frank’s high-profile arrival from Brentford last summer to replace Ange Postecoglou, the transition has been far from smooth. Spurs currently languish in 14th place in the Premier League standings, a position that has caused significant “internal and external dissatisfaction.”
The pressure reached a breaking point last Saturday following a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The result saw the team booed off the pitch, with fans growing increasingly vocal about the lack of tactical stability.
Hierarchy Divided Sources indicate a growing rift within the Spurs hierarchy. While CEO Vinai Venkatesham remains a supporter of the project he helped spearhead, other board members are reportedly questioning the system’s suitability for the North London club. Interestingly, reports suggest that warnings were issued regarding the “risk” of Frank’s appointment as early as June 2025.
The Lewis family, who oversee the club’s family trust, are said to be willing to sanction profound changes if they believe the season and potential European qualification is fully compromised.
The Potential Replacements If Tottenham decides to move on, three names have already been identified:
- Andoni Iraola: The Bournemouth boss is highly regarded for his high-intensity, attacking philosophy.
- Oliver Glasner: The Crystal Palace manager is seen as a “pressure-tested” option with European pedigree.
- Mauricio Pochettino: The “dream” return remains a talking point, though it heavily depends on his commitments following the 2026 World Cup cycle with the USMNT.
- Ryan Mason: Once again, Mason is the primary candidate to take over on an interim basis should a dismissal happen before a permanent successor is secured.
