Tottenham Hotspur Appoints Thomas Frank as Head Coach Amid Managerial Risks

Thomas Frank has accepted the challenge of becoming Tottenham Hotspur's head coach despite the club's recent history of frequently sacking managers, with five coaching changes during his seven years at Brentford. He embraces the increased risk, having never been sacked before, and views the role at Tottenham as a long-term project to elevate the club, stressing the importance of teamwork among staff and players. Frank takes over after Spurs' disappointing 17th-place Premier League finish under Ange Postecoglou, who was dismissed despite winning the Europa League, and aims to maximize the squad's potential to compete on multiple fronts including the upcoming Champions League. His move from Brentford, where he successfully led the team to the Premier League and established them as a competitive side, was motivated by the desire for personal and professional growth at a club with greater stature and ambition. Frank has expressed confidence in the support from Tottenham's leadership and is optimistic about building a sustainable and successful future for the club. He begins his tenure with a friendly against Reading and is focused on taking Tottenham to new heights.