Tottenham ‘make Frank sack decision’ as swoop for ‘long-term target’ hinges on one condition
Tottenham Reportedly Make Internal ‘Sack Decision’ on Thomas Frank as Replacement Target Emerges
According to new reports, Tottenham Hotspur’s hierarchy has quietly reached a decision regarding the future of head coach Thomas Frank, even as the club continues to be linked with a potential long-term successor.
Frank took charge of Spurs at the beginning of the season, leaving Premier League neighbours Brentford to succeed Ange Postecoglou. His arrival initially sparked optimism across north London. Spurs quickly tightened up defensively and propelled themselves into the conversation for a Champions League spot, suggesting the club had found the stability it craved.
However, momentum has shifted dramatically. Journalist Fraser Fletcher, writing for TEAMtalk, reports that while Frank “retains backing for now,” the mood behind the scenes has become noticeably more cautious. The club reportedly has contingency plans ready to accelerate if the team continues to “stumble” in the coming weeks.
One of those contingencies concerns Oliver Glasner, the Crystal Palace manager whose contract expires at the end of the season. Glasner has long been admired by the Spurs hierarchy, and the report claims he remains a prime long-term target—but Tottenham would only move for him if their current situation deteriorates further. The suggestion is that Spurs will not act rashly, but will be prepared to move decisively if required.
A Stark Decline in Form
Frank’s early promise has given way to a worrying downturn. Spurs have recorded just one win in their last seven matches across all competitions, with that solitary victory coming against FC Copenhagen in the Champions League group stage. Domestically, their struggles have been even more pronounced.
Tottenham have recently endured three consecutive defeats—against Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Fulham—results that have not only dented their league ambitions but have also placed Frank among the bookmakers’ favourites to be the next Premier League manager dismissed.
TEAMtalk suggests that “whispers” inside the club point to a hierarchy willing to “pounce” on a new managerial opportunity if form continues to nosedive. Yet contrasting reports paint a more measured picture.
Tottenham Board Reportedly Backing Frank — For Now
A separate report from Football Insider claims the board has already made its internal “sack decision”: Spurs are not planning to remove Frank, despite pockets of unrest among supporters. According to the outlet, senior figures at the club want to demonstrate stability and are committed—for the time being—to sticking by their manager.
Former Premier League chief scout Mick Brown, speaking to Football Insider, expanded on this stance. Reflecting on Spurs’ loss to Fulham, he noted:
“It was another extremely poor result for Tottenham. That’s no disrespect to Fulham—they were impressive—but it felt like typical Tottenham, which is a shame.”
Brown explained that in previous eras, supporter frustration often resulted in the manager taking the fall, but he believes the new board is attempting to shift that dynamic:
“When fans turned on the board, the manager would be the one to pay the price. Things have changed now. The board wants to show support for the manager and demonstrate stability from the top.”
He acknowledged the discontent among supporters, who have grown frustrated with both performances and results, but maintained that club leadership remains hopeful:
“They’re not planning to sack him. They’re hopeful he’ll turn things around quickly.”
A Crucial Period Ahead
In summary, while Tottenham’s poor form has triggered speculation over Thomas Frank’s future, the current stance inside the club appears to be one of cautious backing rather than imminent dismissal. Glasner remains an attractive long-term alternative, but any move for him—or anyone else—will depend entirely on whether Frank can halt the slide.