Why do Spurs want Thomas Frank?

The Athletic FC Podcast

2025/06/09

Overview Shownote Highlights Transcript Chapters Pins

Shownote

Tottenham Hotspur have sacked the manager who delivered a first trophy in 17 years. So, why have they sacked Ange Postecoglou and why do they want Thomas Frank to replace him? Host: Adam Leventhal With: Jay Harris and Seb Stafford-Bloor Executive Pro...

Highlights

Tottenham Hotspur's decision to part ways with Ange Postecoglou, despite his recent success in securing the Europa League trophy, has left fans and analysts questioning the club's motives. This podcast delves into the reasons behind this strategic move and explores the potential impact of Thomas Frank as a replacement.

05:53

Postecoglou's principles became a weakness after significant trophy win.

16:25

Players like Son Heung-min publicly supported Ange Postecoglou after his departure.

30:58

Frank is tactically flexible unlike Postecoglou

41:15

Becoming a new Tottenham coach requires showing competence quickly.

Chapters

Why Did Tottenham Let Go of Their Trophy-Winning Manager?

00:00

What Made Ange Postecoglou Special to Tottenham Fans?

16:25

Could Thomas Frank Be the Right Fit for Spurs?

24:55

What Challenges Await Tottenham's New Manager?

41:15

Transcript

Speaker 1: Do you own a business that's ready to thrive? It's time to let Intuit QuickBooks take things like unpaid invoices and tracking expenses off your plate so you can take things to the next level. Intuit QuickBooks is a powerful, AI-driven, all-in-o...