The managerial situation at Tottenham Hotspur has reached a boiling point, with the club reportedly moving toward a dramatic change in leadership. In what can only be described as a crumbling tenure, Thomas Frank’s time in North London appears to be coming to a swift and merciful end.
This development gained significant weight following a report from the highly respected David Ornstein, who confirmed that the departure of the Danish manager is no longer a question of “if,” but rather “when.”
Frank’s time at the helm has been nothing short of a sporting catastrophe. The frustration is no longer confined to the stands, where supporters have loudly voiced their discontent; it has permeated the entire organization.
According to insider reports, the club’s hierarchy has reached its limit, and perhaps more worryingly, the players themselves have become disillusioned with the current regime. While there is always a slim margin for a miraculous turnaround in professional football, the reality of Frank remaining in his post for the long term is now viewed as highly improbable.
Despite the mounting pressure, Frank is expected to remain in the dugout for the club’s critical Champions League encounter against Borussia Dortmund this Tuesday. However, beyond that European night, all bets are off.
The club is already scanning the horizon for a successor who can breathe life back into a squad that looks increasingly stagnant. While recently appointed coach John Heitinga is a logical choice for an interim role to steady the ship, the club’s long-term ambitions appear to be set much higher.
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the footballing world, Tottenham has reportedly made a formal enquiry for Spanish legend and former Barcelona manager, Xavi Hernández. The 45-year-old has been out of work since leaving the Catalan giants in 2024 and is said to be actively looking for a path back into high-level management.
Xavi’s profile is particularly attractive to the Spurs board because of his proven ability to build mid-term projects and his commitment to developing young talent a philosophy that aligns with the historical foundations of the club.
The pursuit of Xavi is not without competition, as Manchester United has also been linked with the World Cup winner. However, reports suggest that United may prioritize a candidate with extensive Premier League experience, a box that Xavi cannot yet tick.
This could leave the door wide open for Tottenham. Xavi has reportedly been studying English and has expressed a deep desire to test his tactical acumen in the Premier League. For a club searching for a manager who can restore both enthusiasm and a competitive edge, Xavi represents an ambitious, albeit slightly risky, choice.
Tottenham’s search for a new leader has not been limited to the Spanish legend. The club reportedly explored the possibility of hiring Xabi Alonso following his departure from Real Madrid.
However, that lead appears to have gone cold, with suggestions that Alonso is holding out for a different role, potentially keeping an eye on the situation at Liverpool. Other names under consideration have included Oliver Glasner, Andoni Iraola, and the perennially linked Mauricio Pochettino.
The challenge for Spurs is that many of these targets are currently committed to other projects. Glasner and Iraola are unlikely to abandon their current clubs mid-season, and Pochettino is focused on leading the United States National Team toward the 2026 World Cup on home soil.
This logistical headache might force Tottenham to follow a similar path to other top clubs by appointing an interim manager to navigate the remainder of the current campaign, allowing for a permanent appointment during the summer.
However, the availability of a manager like Xavi changes the calculus. Unlike other elite targets who are currently employed, Xavi is ready to step in immediately.
His appointment would be a clear signal to the fans that the club is ready to stop the bleeding and move toward a more sophisticated, possession-based style of play. As the club prepares for the Dortmund clash, the shadow of a new era is already looming large over the training ground.
Beyond the dugout, the club continues to make headlines in the transfer market. Recent reports suggest a surprising interest from Tottenham in a regular Liverpool starter, a move that would significantly impact the squad depth at Anfield.
Conversely, Spurs find themselves on the defensive regarding their own stars, with Liverpool reportedly preparing a substantial bid for defender Micky van de Ven. It seems that whether on the touchline or in the boardroom, the coming weeks will define the future of Tottenham Hotspur for years to come.
