Postecoglou, Frank Reject Premier League Job Swap After Spurs Exit

Following his surprising dismissal from Tottenham Hotspur despite winning the Europa League and ending a 17-year trophy drought, Ange Postecoglou was reportedly considered for the Brentford managerial position in what could have been a rare Premier League job swap with Thomas Frank. Brentford director of football Phil Giles engaged in informal discussions with Postecoglou but ultimately both parties agreed it was not the best move, leading Brentford to promote their set-piece coach Keith Andrews to head coach. Andrews, although unproven as a head coach, was described as a low-risk appointment familiar with the club environment and well-regarded by players and staff. Postecoglou's tenure at Spurs included 101 matches with 47 wins and the historic Europa League victory, but the team's poor league performance with a 17th-place finish led to his departure. Brentford, meanwhile, opted against hiring an external coach like former Ajax manager Francesco Farioli, favoring continuity with Andrews. Postecoglou remains linked with roles in Major League Soccer and the Saudi Pro League as he is currently unemployed.