Tottenham Hotspur has officially sacked head coach Thomas Frank just eight months after his appointment. The decision, announced on Wednesday morning, February 11, 2026, follows a disastrous run of form that has left the North London club battling at the wrong end of the Premier League table.
A Rapid Decline
Thomas Frank was appointed in June 2025 with the expectation that his success at Brentford would translate to a top-four challenge for Spurs. However, his tenure was marked by inconsistency and a failure to implement a winning system.
The Dane managed just seven wins in 26 league matches, suffering 11 defeats along the way. Under his guidance, Tottenham slipped to 16th in the Premier League, sitting just five points clear of the relegation zone.
The Final Straw: Newcastle Defeat
The pressure on Frank reached a breaking point following a demoralizing loss at home to Newcastle United on Tuesday night. The performance, described by many as “the writing on the wall,” prompted the club’s board to hold emergency meetings, resulting in his immediate dismissal.
Official Club Statement
In a statement released on Wednesday, the club expressed its regret over the situation while emphasizing the necessity of a leadership change to save their season:
“The club has taken the decision to make a change in the Men’s Head Coach position and Thomas Frank will leave today. Thomas was appointed in June 2025, and we have been determined to give him the time and support needed to build for the future together. However, results and performances have led the board to conclude that a change at this point in the season is necessary.”
The statement continued:
“Throughout his time at the club, Thomas has conducted himself with unwavering commitment, giving everything in his efforts to move the club forward. We would like to thank him for his contribution and wish him every success in the future.”
What’s Next for Spurs?
With the club hovering dangerously close to the relegation places, the focus now shifts to an immediate replacement. Fans and pundits are speculating on whether the club will look for a “survival specialist” or another long-term project manager to stabilize the squad before the end of the 2025/26 campaign.
Source:Â BBC
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