Tottenham have sacked head coach Thomas Frank after less than eight months in charge following a damaging 2-1 home defeat against Newcastle.
The loss left Spurs 16th in the Premier League, just five points above the relegation zone, and extended their winless run to eight league matches.
With form continuing to slide, the club decided a change was necessary despite having previously backed the Dane to lead a long-term rebuild.
Poor league form proves costly
Frank was appointed in June after Ange Postecoglou’s dismissal and signed a contract until 2028, but struggled to improve Tottenham’s domestic results.
Spurs have won only two of their last 17 league games and collected just 12 points in that period.
Their eight-match winless run is their longest in the Premier League since 2008, highlighting the scale of their decline.
Tottenham admitted they had hoped to give Frank more time, but recent performances forced their hand.
European success could not save job
While league form was disappointing, Spurs enjoyed a strong Champions League campaign under Frank.
They finished fourth in their group to qualify automatically for the last 16, winning five of their eight matches.
However, early exits from the Carabao Cup and FA Cup added to the pressure.
Defeats to Newcastle and Aston Villa in the domestic cups left the club with little margin for error in the league.
Fan unrest and growing pressure
Supporters had grown increasingly frustrated in recent weeks, with boos ringing out after home defeats to Newcastle and West Ham.
Frank was also targeted with chants of “you’re getting sacked in the morning” during recent matches.
Despite insisting earlier this week that he still had the board’s backing, internal scrutiny had been building for some time.
Club sources suggest senior figures were already considering his future before Tuesday’s loss.
Injuries and setbacks hinder progress
Frank’s reign was affected by a long list of injuries to key players throughout the season.
Several senior squad members, including James Maddison, Richarlison, and Dejan Kulusevski, spent long spells sidelined.
Captain Cristian Romero is also currently suspended, further weakening the side.
Frank repeatedly pointed to these issues as a major obstacle to consistency and performance.
Mixed legacy at Tottenham
Tottenham thanked Frank for his commitment and professionalism during his time at the club.
He leaves having guided Spurs into the Champions League knockout stages but failing to restore stability in domestic competition.
His tenure began with promise, including early league wins and European progress, but momentum quickly faded.
The club will now begin the search for a new manager as they look to pull clear of relegation danger and rebuild confidence ahead of the final months of the season.
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