Thomas Frank has been dismissed as Tottenham Hotspur manager after a dismal run left the club in 16th place in the Premier League. The Danish coach, who joined from Brentford in June, was shown the door after a winless streak of eight matches. Tuesday's 2-1 defeat to Newcastle United proved the final straw, leaving Tottenham just five points above the relegation zone.
During his brief tenure, Frank clashed with several players. After a 1-0 loss to Chelsea in November, he beckoned Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence to join him in acknowledging fans, but both headed straight down the tunnel. Frank later said the pair apologised, citing frustration with the team's performance and fan booing.
Yves Bissouma was omitted from the squad for the UEFA Super Cup match against PSG in August due to disciplinary issues. Frank stated the Mali international had been late on multiple occasions, adding: 'There have to be consequences.'
Young forward Mathys Tel was visibly frustrated when substituted in a 2-1 home defeat to West Ham in January. The 20-year-old barely acknowledged Frank as he left the pitch. Frank defended the decision, saying he needed to bring on another striker.
Tottenham are now searching for a successor to Frank, who endured fractious relationships with several squad members during his turbulent reign.
