Exclusive: Thomas Frank in pole position to replace Postecoglou at Tottenham
Thomas Frank Emerging as Leading Candidate to Replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham
Brentford manager Thomas Frank has reportedly become the frontrunner to take over as head coach at Tottenham Hotspur, with club insiders suggesting he is now the leading candidate to succeed Ange Postecoglou, sources have informed Football Insider.
It was previously revealed by Football Insider that Tottenham’s board has made the decision to part ways with Postecoglou, and unless there is a sudden change of heart, an official announcement confirming his departure is expected imminently. Behind the scenes, senior figures at the club have been quietly considering replacements for the Australian for several months. Among those being considered are Fulham’s Marco Silva, Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola, and most notably, Brentford’s long-serving boss Thomas Frank.
Frank’s growing appeal within the Tottenham hierarchy stems from several key attributes. His extensive experience in English football, including a successful tenure in the Premier League, makes him a highly attractive option. Since taking charge at Brentford in 2018, Frank has overseen the club’s rise to top-flight stability and built a reputation for developing talent and implementing a disciplined, tactical style of play. These qualities align with the vision Spurs are seeking as they look to rebuild and compete consistently at the highest level.
The decision to potentially dismiss Postecoglou comes despite the 59-year-old delivering Tottenham’s first piece of silverware in 17 years. However, his domestic league performance has raised concerns among club decision-makers. Spurs finished a disappointing 17th in the Premier League during the 2024–25 season, suffering 22 defeats—only two fewer than relegated Ipswich Town. Despite this poor league showing, Tottenham managed to qualify for next season’s UEFA Champions League by virtue of winning the Europa League, offering some redemption in an otherwise turbulent campaign.
In contrast, Thomas Frank’s Brentford enjoyed a much more stable and successful season, securing a commendable 10th-place finish in the Premier League. While the Bees were beaten twice by Spurs in head-to-head encounters during the campaign, their overall form and consistency outshone that of their London rivals.
Tottenham’s leadership is believed to be particularly impressed by Frank’s longevity and resilience. Having guided Brentford through the challenges of the Championship and successfully transitioned them into a competitive Premier League side, Frank has demonstrated both loyalty and long-term vision—traits that Tottenham see as critical in their next manager. The club views him as someone capable of not only steadying the ship but also leading them into a new era, with ambitions of sustained European competition.
As the summer approaches, Thomas Frank is rapidly gaining momentum as the man most likely to be entrusted with taking Tottenham forward. Unless there is a dramatic last-minute reversal, the club appears poised to usher in a new chapter—one that may begin under the steady hand of the Brentford boss.