Reports by Marshall Lang, London
Tottenham Hotspur have sacked head coach Thomas Frank with immediate effect, following a dismal run of form that has left the club perilously close to the Premier League relegation zone.
Frank, who succeeded Ange Postecoglou in June 2025 after the Australian was dismissed despite guiding Spurs to Europa League glory the previous season, was appointed on a three-year deal (running until 2028) to bring stability and rebuild the team’s culture. The Danish manager, previously highly regarded for his work at Brentford where he established them as a solid Premier League side, arrived with his coaching staff including assistants Justin Cochrane, Chris Haslam, and Joe Newton.
However, his tenure lasted just eight months. Tottenham’s statement acknowledged the club’s initial commitment: “Thomas was appointed in June 2025, and we have been determined to give him the time and support needed to build for the future together.”
The board ultimately decided a change was necessary due to poor results and performances. Spurs sit 16th in the Premier League table after Tuesday’s 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle United — a match that saw fans chant for Frank’s sacking. The team has won only two of their last 17 league matches, leaving them just five points above the drop zone and facing a real risk of relegation.
Throughout his time at the club, Frank showed “unwavering commitment” and gave everything to push the team forward, the statement added. “We would like to thank him for his contribution and wish him every success in the future,” Tottenham said on Wednesday.
The sacking comes amid broader challenges for the club, including ongoing injury issues, inconsistent domestic form despite some European progress in prior seasons, and fan frustration that has built over recent managerial changes — marking what would be the sixth permanent manager in seven years if a new appointment follows.
No replacement has been named yet, nor has an interim head coach been confirmed to take charge in the short term. Discussions are expected in the coming days, with reports suggesting the club may opt for an interim solution until the end of the 2025-26 season before targeting a longer-term option.
