Thomas Frank’s Move to Tottenham
In a light-hearted remark, Thomas Frank expressed that his move from Brentford to Tottenham was motivated by a desire for “more risk” in his day-to-day life. However, the new head coach reassured fans that he will be given ample time to transform the squad into serious contenders for silverware. The 51-year-old is set to kick off his tenure with a friendly match against Reading on Saturday, having agreed to a three-year contract following the departure of Ange Postecoglou.
Frank’s Management Journey
During Frank’s successful seven-year management at Brentford, he guided the club to the Premier League and played a pivotal role in establishing them as a competitive team. In contrast, Tottenham’s managerial history has seen a tumultuous time with five coaches being dismissed over a similar period. This included Postecoglou, who did lead Spurs to their first trophy in 17 years by winning the Europa League last May.
Embracing the Challenge
When questioned about the club’s sporadic managerial changes, Frank embraced the challenge ahead, stating: “I like to challenge myself. I’ve never been sacked before, so that is one of the reasons I took the job; to add a little more risk to my daily life!”
He acknowledged the pressures associated with coaching a prestigious club like Spurs but emphasized the importance of collective effort from staff and players in achieving success.
Long-Term Vision for Spurs
Frank articulated his long-term vision for Spurs, emphasizing that he is not just focused on immediate results but aims to build a sustainable future for the club. He conveyed confidence in his discussions with chairman Daniel Levy, CEO Vinai Venkatesham, and Technical Director Johan Lange, indicating that he does expect to have the time needed to realize his ambitions.
“If I didn’t believe that, I shouldn’t take the job,” he remarked, highlighting his generally optimistic outlook on the venture ahead.
Addressing Player Rumors
Addressing rumors surrounding the potential departures of key players such as Son Heung-Min and Cristian Romero, Frank remained non-committal, particularly concerning the future of Son, whose contract is nearing its end. While he has not finalized decisions regarding team captains, he confirmed that both players would lead their respective sides in tomorrow’s match.
“I expect all players to remain here and continue training hard,” Frank stated, expressing his admiration for the squad’s work ethic and commitment.
As he prepares to embark on this new chapter with Tottenham, the focus remains on developing a strong foundation for the club’s future success.
