Exclusive: Tottenham close in on new manager appointment after overnight twist
Tottenham Hotspur are edging closer to securing the services of Thomas Frank as their new head coach, according to sources close to Football Insider. The club is prepared to meet the Brentford manager’s release clause—believed to be in the region of £10 million—as they intensify efforts to find a permanent successor to Ange Postecoglou.
Preliminary discussions have already taken place, with Spurs moving swiftly behind the scenes to finalise the appointment within the coming week. The club’s top brass is optimistic that Frank is eager to take on the challenge at Tottenham, with internal confidence growing that a deal is imminent.
Frank has emerged as the clear front-runner to take the reins at the north London club, surpassing other candidates such as Fulham’s Marco Silva and Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola. With Tottenham now seeking a manager capable of restoring consistency and building on the club’s ambition for long-term success, Frank’s Premier League experience and player development record make him an ideal fit.
The news comes shortly after Spurs officially parted ways with Postecoglou, a move that Football Insider had first reported a week earlier. The Australian’s tenure was brought to an end following a difficult conclusion to the 2024–25 season, where Tottenham finished a disappointing 17th in the Premier League—just narrowly avoiding relegation. The club suffered 22 defeats in their 38 league matches, and criticism mounted over Postecoglou’s decision to prioritize European competition over domestic form in the final stretch.
Spurs Acceleration in Managerial Search as Frank Leads the Race
Within the last 48 hours, negotiations between Tottenham and Frank’s representatives have reportedly gathered pace. Club insiders suggest that formal talks could soon translate into a full agreement, with the Lilywhites eager to complete the managerial transition swiftly ahead of preseason preparations.
Frank, who has been at the helm of Brentford since 2018, is highly regarded for his tactical acumen and calm leadership. During his time with the Bees, he led them to a historic promotion to the Premier League in 2021 by defeating Swansea City in the Championship play-off final. Since then, Brentford have defied expectations by not only surviving but thriving in the top flight, achieving a tenth-place finish last season with a solid 56-point haul.
Tottenham’s board is said to be particularly impressed by Frank’s ability to build a cohesive team and elevate individual player performances, even with a modest budget—traits that align with the club’s vision for a sustainable, competitive future. His long-term Premier League success is viewed as a crucial asset as Spurs look to reestablish themselves as contenders on both domestic and European fronts.
Brentford Facing Potential Managerial Vacancy Amid Frank Exit Links
Should Frank agree terms with Tottenham, it would mark the end of a successful chapter at Brentford, leaving the west London outfit with the daunting task of replacing a manager who has become synonymous with their recent rise. The potential departure comes at a turbulent time for the Bees, as several key players have been linked with moves away amid growing interest from rival clubs.
Football Insider previously reported that Brentford have begun identifying possible successors in the event of Frank’s exit, with Ipswich Town’s highly-rated manager Kieran McKenna emerging as a serious candidate. McKenna’s recent achievements with Ipswich have not gone unnoticed, and Brentford view him as a strong fit to continue their upward trajectory.
As the managerial merry-go-round gathers speed, all eyes will be on Tottenham to see whether they can successfully bring Thomas Frank to north London—and whether he can be the man to usher in a new era of ambition, discipline, and silverware.