After winning the Europa League in the penultimate match of the season, Ange Postecoglou's expected departure from Tottenham Hotspur was thrown into doubt.
Tottenham have sacked Ange Postecoglou as their manager, describing it as “one of the toughest decisions we have had to make”, and are considering whether to replace him with Brentford’s Thomas Frank, who has a £10m release clause.
Thomas Frank is the favourite to succeed Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham Hotspur after the Australian's dismissal.
Despite leading the North London club to Europa League glory just over a fortnight ago, Spurs confirmed their decision to sack the ex-Celtic boss on Friday afternoon.
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The saga is over and so is Ange Postecoglou's reign as Tottenham Hotspur head coach.
A ruthless decision has been taken by chairman Daniel Levy and the board to sack the former Celtic boss, despite him delivering a first piece of silverware in 17 years.
Ange Postecoglou emotionally thanked Tottenham fans and players after his sacking was announced on Friday.
Spurs have dismissed the Australian from his post exactly two years to the day since he was appointed in north London.
Tottenham Hotspur have made the decision to sack Ange Postecoglou despite his Europa League-winning efforts just a few weeks ago.
Ange Postecoglou’s dismissal comes just over a fortnight after he guided Tottenham to European glory, giving the club their first trophy since 2008.
Brentford boss Thomas Frank has emerged as a strong candidate for the vacant Tottenham job, and Spurs have just been handed a major boost in their pursuit of the Bees manager.