Tottenham Hotspur find themselves at a familiar crossroads once again, and the pressure on Thomas Frank is growing by the week. The latest defeat, this time against Nottingham Forest, has only intensified the feeling that Spurs are drifting rather than moving forward.
With performances slipping and results failing to improve, the club now faces a serious decision about its future, and the name of Xavi Hernández is beginning to feel less like speculation and more like an opportunity they cannot afford to ignore.
The loss to Forest was painful in both scoreline and substance. Tottenham fell behind in the first half after a costly mistake from Archie Gray, which allowed Callum Hudson-Odoi the simplest of finishes into an empty net. It was the kind of goal that summed up Spurs’ season: avoidable, careless, and deeply frustrating.
Any hopes of a response after the break were quickly dashed when Hudson-Odoi struck again, punishing a defence that looked short on confidence and organisation. Thomas Frank reacted with a triple substitution in an attempt to change the momentum, but the move had little impact on the flow of the game.
Things went from bad to worse when Forest added a third goal, courtesy of a stunning strike from Ibrahima Sangaré. At that moment, the outcome was beyond doubt.
Tottenham were second best across the pitch, lacking urgency, clarity, and belief. When the final whistle blew, Spurs were left sitting in 11th place in the Premier League table, a position that feels painfully underwhelming given the quality within the squad.
Form tells an even darker story. Just one win in the last seven league matches has raised serious doubts about whether Thomas Frank is the right man to take Tottenham forward. Supporters are growing restless, and patience is wearing thin.
There is a sense that the team is not responding to the manager’s ideas, and recent performances suggest a group that is unsure of its identity.
Small moments can often reveal deeper issues, and one incident during the Forest match raised eyebrows. When Djed Spence was substituted in the second half, his reaction was one of clear frustration, throwing his jacket to the ground as he made his way off.
While emotions run high in football, such visible displays can point to tension behind the scenes. It adds to the growing impression that all is not well in the dressing room and that a change in leadership may be needed to reset the mood.
Against this backdrop, reports suggesting Tottenham are seriously considering Xavi Hernández feel significant. Fabio Paratici is believed to be ready to open talks, and the timing could not be more critical.
Xavi, who has been described by some as the best manager in the world, brings a level of pedigree and winning experience that Tottenham have lacked in the dugout for years.
During his time at Barcelona, Xavi showed he could handle immense pressure, manage elite players, and still deliver results. He guided the club to a La Liga title and restored a sense of structure and belief during a difficult period.
Before that, his spell at Al-Sadd was packed with success, collecting six trophies and building a reputation as a coach who demands excellence while staying true to a clear footballing philosophy. Across his managerial career so far, Xavi has averaged more than two points per game, a statistic that underlines his consistency and effectiveness.
Tottenham are crying out for a proven winner. While Thomas Frank deserves respect for his work and effort, it is becoming harder to argue that he is the man to lift Spurs to the next level.
This is not about personal criticism but about ambition. Xavi represents a step up in experience, stature, and mentality. He knows what it takes to win titles, manage big personalities, and thrive under relentless scrutiny.
With Xavi available and Tottenham’s season at risk of slipping away, the club must be bold. Waiting too long could mean another year of wasted potential and familiar frustration.
If Spurs truly want progress rather than promises, now is the time to act. Bringing in a manager of Xavi’s calibre could be the decisive move that transforms their season and finally puts them back on a path toward success.
