Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy has personally taken charge of the club's search for their next permanent manager, with Brentford's Thomas Frank emerging as the leading candidate to potentially replace Ange Postecoglou, according to exclusive reports.
The North London club faces a crucial summer decision after a challenging season under Postecoglou that saw Spurs finish outside the Champions League places despite moments of promise. Levy, known for his meticulous approach to major appointments, is directly overseeing the recruitment process rather than delegating to football operations staff.
Frank's Rising Stock in Premier League
Thomas Frank has impressed Premier League observers with his work at Brentford, establishing the Bees as a competitive top-flight side despite operating with one of the division's smallest budgets. His tactical flexibility, player development record, and attractive style of football have caught Tottenham's attention as they seek a manager who can deliver both results and entertaining football.
The Danish manager's ability to work within financial constraints while maintaining competitive performance aligns with Tottenham's operational model, making him an increasingly attractive option for the Spurs hierarchy.
Postecoglou's Uncertain Future
Despite only completing his first season in charge, Ange Postecoglou's position has come under scrutiny following inconsistent results and public frustrations. The Australian manager's high-risk, attacking philosophy initially delighted fans but proved vulnerable against tactically astute opponents.
Postecoglou himself has expressed frustrations with aspects of the club's culture, particularly what he perceived as a lack of unity around priorities during critical moments of the season.
Levy's Hands-On Approach
Daniel Levy's direct involvement signals the importance Tottenham places on this appointment. The chairman has historically taken a hands-on role in major football decisions, with varying degrees of success in previous managerial appointments.
This approach comes amid broader changes at Tottenham Hotspur, including the recent departure of football managing director Fabio Paratici, which has consolidated more decision-making power with Levy and the board.
The coming weeks are expected to bring clarity to Tottenham's managerial situation as the club seeks to build a squad capable of challenging for top-four positions and potentially ending their trophy drought.
