Tottenham Hotspur has reportedly begun the search for a new head coach as Thomas Frank’s tenure at North London nears an abrupt end. Despite only joining in the summer of 2025, the Danish manager has failed to meet the board’s expectations, with Spurs now eyeing Brighton’s tactical sensation Fabian Hürzeler as his successor.
The Collapse of the Frank Era According to TeamTalk and reporter Fraser Fletcher, the mood inside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has shifted from optimism to resignation. Internally, Frank’s departure is now being treated as a matter of “when,” not “if.” A string of inconsistent results in the first half of the 2025/26 season has left Daniel Levy and the football committee convinced that a change is necessary before the campaign spirals out of control.
Hürzeler: The New Priority Brighton’s Fabian Hürzeler has emerged as the leading candidate to take the reins. After making history in 2024 as the youngest permanent manager in Premier League history at age 31, the German has continued to impress with his high-intensity tactical setup on the South Coast a style that Spurs believe aligns perfectly with their squad’s profile.
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Pochettino and Glasner on the Radar While Hürzeler is the primary target, he is not the only name on the shortlist. Tottenham is also monitoring:
- Oliver Glasner: Set to leave Crystal Palace, his Europa League-winning pedigree makes him a viable mid-season option.
- Mauricio Pochettino: The fan-favorite former boss, currently leading the USA National Team, remains a dream appointment for many supporters, though a return during the international cycle would be complex.
A Decisive Week Ahead With pressure mounting, the next few fixtures will be critical for Thomas Frank. However, with the board already exploring alternative projects, the “Danish experiment” at Tottenham appears to be reaching its final chapter.
Thiago Nuno is a football editor and analyst covering European leagues, match statistics, and transfer market trends.
