Thomas Frank’s future at Tottenham is hanging by a thread.
Spurs lost 2-1 to West Ham on Saturday after Callum Wilson poked home a stoppage-time winner.
Though it was a cruel dagger to receive so late in the game, the result reflected the current situation that is unfolding in front of every Tottenham supporter’s eyes.
Frank is taking Spurs backwards at this current rate, and the Dane is under increasing pressure, with the Lewis family watching on closely.
The Lilywhites appear to be planning for the event of Frank’s departure, and Xavi is now strongly linked with the Spurs job.
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Tottenham board think it’s time to explore options, including Xavi
Xavi has previously been linked with the Tottenham job before Frank was appointed, and now rumours are intensifying that he could replace the ex-Brentford boss.
The former Spain midfielder was last in a job with his former side, Barcelona, where he oversaw 143 games in charge of the LaLiga giants.
The 45-year-old started his managerial career in 2019 with Al-Sadd, where he remained as head coach until 2021 before his Camp Nou return.
According to Fichajes, if Tottenham were to make a new appointment, they want to bring in a high-profile name that builds excitement.
The Spanish outlet says the Spurs board have an internal “consensus” that Xavi is an ambitious head coach to target, despite the risks posed by his lack of Premier League experience.
The World Cup winner is seen as someone who knows how to navigate his way through tricky circumstances, so may be the man to put out fires in North London.
If the Lilywhites are to sack Frank and swoop for Xavi, they may have to battle with Manchester United to land his signature.
Who would benefit from Xavi’s arrival at Tottenham?
There have been many names thrown in the mix in recent days as potential replacements for Frank, but Xavi looks to be one of the more sensible options.
The Spaniard has taken time away from the game, and could head to N17 fully refreshed and ready to get Spurs firing on all cylinders.
The Lilywhites would change their style to short passing and quick movements, which would suit midfield options like Conor Gallagher and Lucas Bergvall.
Robert Lewandowski was Xavi’s key outlet for goals, with the striker playing as a target man, as Dominic Solanke could potentially be given a similar role.
Many players would benefit from Xavi coming to Tottenham, and he’d surely be an instant upgrade on Frank.