Tottenham Hotspur has mutually departed with head coach Ange Postecoglou. This decision naturally clears the path for a significant managerial shift at the club. The decision is perhaps a surprise given Spurs’ recent success in the Europa League, but the club’s poor league form has led to the decision to act. The club has launched an aggressive nationwide search for their next leader. Brentford’s Thomas Frank has quickly become the odds-on favorite for the job.
Postecoglou’s tenure at Tottenham faced challenges, particularly regarding the team’s league form. Spurs’ management are quick to point out that a number of factors, notably injuries and a heavier concentration on their European campaign played a role in their struggles. This change in focus is exactly the strategic shift that the club’s statement suggested was required to make the club more competitive on every front.
Thomas Frank has received a lot of interest from Spurs for his extraordinary job at Brentford. Under his stewardship, Brentford has beautifully combined inspirational club culture with tactical nous and streetwise explosiveness. It’s no surprise these commendable attributes have impressed Tottenham’s chairman, Daniel Levy, and board to no end. They are currently considering how best to proceed, including an unusual approach to the Brentford manager.
Another complicating factor is Spurs’ knowledge of the conditions needed to win Frank’s services. However, the club seems to have a very good idea of what it will need to take to get him away from Brentford. They are prepared to present a strong proposal. His record of accomplishments in the Premier League makes Frank a top candidate. League survival aside, there’s no doubt he’s the man to turn Tottenham into competitors again.
Frank’s tactical acumen and ability to develop players have been pivotal in Brentford’s recent successes. Added to that, his style of play is a natural fit for Tottenham’s hopes of getting back into the top four and Champion’s League football. Spurs’ ownership understands that a significant leadership change is necessary if they ever want to win again while building toward their long-term future.
The reason Tottenham made the choice to replace Postecoglou in search of a greater ambition. The club demands instant success in all competitions, including the domestic game and European league play. The club feels that being flexible with their approach will provide them the greatest opportunity for success in the future.
“At times there were extenuating circumstances [for the poor league form] – injuries and then a decision to prioritise our European campaign. Whilst winning the Europa League ranks as one of the club’s greatest moments, we cannot base our decision on emotions aligned to this triumph. It is crucial that we are able to compete on multiple fronts and believe a change of approach will give us the strongest chance for the coming season and beyond.” – The Spurs statement
Tottenham Hotspur are in a furious scramble to replace recently departed head coach Antonio Conte. Thomas Frank is definitely an up and coming candidate. He has a strong record of accomplishments, along with an inherent understanding of the Premier League landscape. These qualities are precisely what make him the ideal candidate to transition Spurs into a new era.