Tottenham Hotspur are discussing the future of Thomas Frank after their recent defeat at home to West Ham United, and they are now eyeing a move to appoint Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler.
Spurs have been on a tricky run of form of late under Frank, but their latest defeat was one that will have caused huge concern. They face the Hammers at home, a game which a side of Tottenham's calibre would expect to win, especially with Nuno Espirito Santo's side struggling heading into the match, sitting in the relegation zone.
The pressure is undoubtedly mounting on Frank in north London, with Fabrizio Romano confirming that the Tottenham board are holding talks to discuss his future at the club. Whether he's sacked following the defeat against West Ham remains to be seen, but another bad result could be the end.
Tottenham Eyeing Record-Breaking Manager
According to a report from Football Insider, Tottenham are now eyeing Brighton manager Hurzeler as a 'top' target to replace Frank. It's claimed that Frank's sacking is edging closer, and Spurs are now looking for an ambitious, young replacement.
Breaking the record to become the youngest manager in Premier League history, Hurzeler would certainly fit that profile. Other reports have suggested that Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is also a target for Spurs, but Football Insider have failed to mention the Austrian's name in their report.
The report also includes a mention of Mauricio Pochettino, who is believed to be another option for Spurs, but any move would have to wait until after the World Cup, with their former manager currently in charge of the USA.
Tottenham Must Make Quick Decision
There's no doubt Tottenham need further reinforcements in the January market, on top of Conor Gallagher, especially after selling Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace. The future of Frank being up in the air can't be helping them in pursuit of options, and Tottenham need to speak out about the manager's future at the club.
A potential target might be concerned by all the media speculation surrounding the future of Frank, not knowing whether he's going to be in charge for the remainder of the season if they sign on the dotted line. Spurs also face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Tuesday, so a decision has to be made in the coming hours if they are going to relieve him of his duties.