Tottenham manager Thomas Frank needs to unleash 17-year-old youngster Luca Williams-Barnett to try to save his job.
Spurs are on a dismal run of form in the Premier League, and Frank is under increasing pressure to turn things around as they sit just six points above the relegation zone. Tottenham's recent disappointment certainly isn't all down to Frank, with Spurs finishing in 17th position in the Premier League table last campaign under Ange Postecoglou.
Frank was tasked with turning things around this term, and although they are in a higher position than they were last season, it's not the kind of improvement that the board would have been expecting. Their recent injuries certainly haven't helped the situation, with their squad seriously depleted, but that's why it's the ideal opportunity for the manager to call on some of his youth players.
Frank Could be Saved by Tottenham Youth Star
With Tottenham's squad depth incredibly low, it's time for Frank to try something a little different. The Tottenham boss has been relying on the senior stars that he has remaining, but there are players in the youth academy who will be chomping at the bit to be given a chance in the senior squad.
Williams-Barnett, described as an 'elite talent', is a player that many supporters who follow the Tottenham academy are talking about at the moment. The 17-year-old has scored 16 goals and provided seven assists in just 18 appearances for the youth sides, regularly contributing at U21 level despite his age.
The youngster was named on the bench against Manchester United, but failed to come on, and it's time for Frank to bite the bullet and take a risk on the talent who has been described as one of the most exciting in England.
The youngster is one of the best young talents in England, and there's little reason for Frank not to give him a chance now.
Tottenham Should Take Leaf Out of Wolves and Brighton's Book
Plenty of managers in the Premier League are willing to take risks on some of their youngsters. Rob Edwards has recently unleashed Wolves star Mateus Mane, and the young midfielder has emerged as one of the brightest talents in England.
Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler also started 17-year-old Harry Howell in a huge game against Crystal Palace on Sunday. Both Brighton and Wolves have been struggling, and their respective managers opted to take risks in order to try and turn things around. Frank needs to do the same to try to save his job.