The pressure is mounting on Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham Hotspur, and with the club struggling for consistency, speculation regarding his potential replacement is beginning to intensify. One name that has emerged as a potential successor is Brentford manager, Thomas Frank.
Postecoglou’s recent public criticism of Timo Werner, a rare occurrence for the usually reserved manager, has further fueled speculation about his future. While Daniel Levy has publicly stated his support for Postecoglou, a continued decline in results could force his hand.
Enter Thomas Frank. The Brentford boss has garnered significant attention for his impressive work at Brentford, guiding the club to sustained success in the Premier League. Frank’s tactical acumen, player development skills, and aggressive, high-pressing style of play have caught the eye of many, including Liverpool legend and former Denmark international, Jan Molby.
Molby believes Frank would be a perfect fit for Tottenham, stating, “I have no more doubts, he is the right man for Tottenham. The squad they have fits Thomas Frank, 100 per cent. Look at the players and the way Thomas Frank plays. I think it’s perfect.”
Frank’s ability to extract maximum potential from his players is evident in Brentford’s impressive attacking record, despite the absence of star striker Ivan Toney. Players like Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo have thrived under Frank’s guidance, showcasing the manager’s ability to develop and improve his players.
Molby believes Frank could revitalize players like Timo Werner, who have struggled to find their feet at Tottenham. “All the attacking quality he has at Brentford, he gets a lot out of it,” Molby adds. “At Tottenham, he will have even better attacking qualities if he goes there, so try to think about what he can get out of those boys. I would go so far as to say that even Timo Werner could get going again!”
However, Frank has acknowledged that any potential move away from Brentford would require careful consideration. He has emphasized the importance of finding a club that provides the necessary support and stability for him to succeed.
“I think [I would look for] a couple of things. One, I’ve said it a million times, I’m very, very happy here. If I ever should go to another club, I think it’s difficult sometimes to be in a position to ask the right questions,” Frank explained.
“You definitely need to do due diligence yourself. You need to pick your chairman. [But] more normal managers, if that club comes and we think it is interesting enough, then it’s maybe not an option for us to chose the chairman if we want that challenge. I think there’s a part of me that thinks that, one day, maybe I need to try something different. Is that a bigger club, [offering a shot at the] Champions League? A bigger challenge? I don’t know.”
While Frank’s future at Brentford remains uncertain, his impressive managerial record and tactical acumen make him a highly attractive candidate for top clubs. Whether Tottenham will make a move for the Danish manager remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Thomas Frank has established himself as one of the most promising young managers in the Premier League.
