A Tottenham Hotspur star has admitted that he feels far more comfortable playing in Thomas Frank’s system than he ever did under former manager Ange Postecoglou.
While the decision to replace Postecoglou caused plenty of debate among supporters and pundits, at least one player has revealed that the tactical changes made this season have suited him perfectly.
In recent weeks, Thomas Frank has faced intense scrutiny as Tottenham battled through a difficult run of form, both on and off the pitch. Many questioned whether the club had made a mistake by parting ways with Postecoglou, whose high-energy, attacking football brought excitement and confidence back to the club for a large stretch of his time in charge.
Reports even surfaced suggesting that some members of the Spurs dressing room were frustrated with Frank’s constant tweaks and experiments as he tried to reshape the squad.
Despite all that noise, Destiny Udogie has offered a completely different perspective. The young left-back has spoken about how much his role has changed since Frank arrived and how the shift has actually helped him feel more settled, more confident, and more connected to his natural style of play.
Udogie explained that under Ange Postecoglou, he was used frequently as an inverted full-back, drifting inside the pitch to help build possession from central areas.
It was a demanding role that required constant movement, sharp positional discipline, and an ability to play in crowded midfield spaces. While he handled it well, it never felt completely natural to him.
Since Frank took over, the Italian international has been allowed to stay wider, operating more traditionally on the flank, and that small adjustment has made a huge difference in how he experiences games.
Speaking to The Athletic, Udogie said he now feels far more at ease with his responsibilities. He explained that being able to play in his more natural wide role has helped him understand the flow of Premier League matches better.
He highlighted how the rhythm, pace, and intensity of English football can be extremely demanding, but with experience and the right tactical setup, he feels he is adapting quickly and steadily improving.
He made it clear that every season in the league is tough, and there is no moment to relax, but now he feels he finally has a proper grasp of what is required at this level.
What will encourage Tottenham supporters even more is the update he offered on his physical condition. Over the last 18 months, Udogie’s development has been interrupted several times by injuries, leaving him unable to establish a long stretch of matches or build consistent rhythm.
Those setbacks often came just as he was hitting his stride, causing understandable frustration for both him and the coaching staff.
Now, however, the defender says he feels stronger, healthier, and more confident than he has at any point since joining the club. He believes he is entering what could be his best spell yet in a Tottenham shirt.
According to him, the hard work in recovery, training, and conditioning is starting to pay off. He feels mentally sharp, physically prepared, and ready to push himself forward without hesitation.
He also stressed that staying fit will be his main focus, because he wants to contribute regularly, help the team grow, and prove just how important he can be in this system.
Udogie said he is beginning to find the rhythm he has been chasing and that he is committed to taking care of his body every single day to make sure he stays available.
His words provide a refreshing sense of optimism at a time when many Spurs fans have been frustrated by injuries throughout the squad and the stop-start nature of their season.
As Tottenham continue to navigate their challenges under Thomas Frank, Udogie’s resurgence could be a major positive. The fact that he feels more comfortable, more natural in his position, and healthier than ever before offers hope that he can become one of the key pillars in the team’s long-term plan.
