Thomas Frank has been dismissed by Tottenham after eight months as head coach, with Tuesday’s home defeat to Newcastle proving the final straw. The result left Spurs languishing in 16th position, just five points above the relegation zone. According to Theguardian.com.
Frank’s Tottenham tenure ends after fan revolt and poor league form
The Danish manager’s departure follows a disastrous run that has seen Tottenham fail to win any of their last eight games in the Premier League. Frank’s side have managed just two victories in 17 league matches, while supporters at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium booed him and chanted that he would be sacked in the morning.
Frank was appointed on a three-year contract on 12 June to succeed Ange Postecoglou, with Spurs paying £6.7m to bring him and his staff from Brentford. However, his tactical approach quickly alienated supporters who grew frustrated with what they perceived as stodgy football lacking creativity and cutting edge.
The attacking statistics highlight Frank’s struggles, with Richarlison managing seven league goals while Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons, Wilson Odobert, Mathys Tel and Randal Kolo Muani contributed just six between them. Dominic Solanke has been largely absent through ankle injury, scoring only two league goals since his return.
Tottenham’s home form proved particularly damaging, with Frank’s team winning just twice in the league on their own turf. Only Burnley and Wolves have worse home records in the Premier League this season, contributing to the toxic atmosphere that developed at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The club’s statement acknowledged their reluctance to make the change, citing the 11 players currently injured and the transitional nature of the season. However, they concluded that “results and performances have led the board to conclude that a change at this point in the season is necessary.”
