Tottenham Hotspur have officially named Thomas Frank as their new head coach, ending weeks of speculation about who would replace Ange Postecoglou following a disappointing Premier League season.
The 50-year-old Danish manager joins Spurs after a remarkable tenure at Brentford, where he led the club to Premier League promotion and solidified their top-flight status. Tottenham triggered his reported £9–10 million release clause, signing him on a contract until 2028.
Frank will not arrive at Spurs alone. Several trusted members of his Brentford backroom team will follow, including:
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Justin Cochrane – Assistant Coach
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Chris Haslam – Head of Athletic Performance
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Joe Newton – Tactical Analyst
Additional key collaborators such as Claus Nørgaard and Tom Perryman are also expected to join him. Meanwhile, a handful of Tottenham staff from the previous regime, like Matt Wells and Rob Burch, will remain.
Tottenham’s decision reflects confidence in Frank’s proven ability to:
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Develop young talent
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Operate within financial limits
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Apply pragmatic, flexible tactics
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Foster discipline and strong team unity
The club’s Director of Football, Johan Lange, who has a longstanding relationship with Frank, reportedly played a decisive role in the appointment.
Frank faces immediate challenges—including resolving the uncertain future of club captain Heung-min Son, whose contract is nearing expiration.
Reactions from the football community have been positive. Former Spurs midfielder Christian Eriksen praised Frank as “a brilliant leader with a clear footballing philosophy,” while club legend Glenn Hoddle commended Spurs for “choosing a steady, smart tactician who can get the best out of limited resources.”
After a frustrating 2024/25 campaign—where Spurs narrowly escaped relegation by finishing 17th despite a Europa League triumph—Frank’s appointment signals the start of a bold new era in North London.
