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Wayne Rooney has admitted that he feels sorry for Conor Gallagher after watching him make his Tottenham debut against West Ham United.

Tottenham signed Gallagher for £36 million from Atletico Madrid as they beat off competition from Aston Villa to sign him.

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The midfielder was brought straight into the Tottenham team by Thomas Frank for the London derby defeat to West Ham United.

Spurs suffered a shock defeat against the Premier League’s 18th-place team on an afternoon which proved rather tricky for Gallagher.

Wayne Rooney on Conor Gallagher’s Tottenham debut

Wayne Rooney thought Conor Gallagher looked like he ‘hadn’t been on a football pitch before’ during his Tottenham Hotspur debut.

The 25-year-old was given a baptism of fire at Spurs as he was thrown into a team which is facing a great deal of scrutiny right now.

Gallagher had a tough Tottenham debut, losing possession on 14 occasions against the Hammers as he struggled to stamp his authority on the game.

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Speaking about his debut, the former Premier League striker said, told The Wayne Rooney Show: “I watched the Villa game in the first half. I couldn’t believe how there was no fight, there was no energy, there was nothing about Tottenham.

“It was the same yesterday against West Ham, and I think we all know what a big game that is for both clubs. There was nothing about Tottenham at all.

“I felt for Conor Gallagher because I was trying to put myself in his head, and I was thinking he was just running around.

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“He looked like he hadn’t been on a football pitch before, and I was thinking he’s probably thinking ‘What have I come into here’.”

Following the defeat, the manager is now under pressure at Spurs, with the North London club considering their options.

However, Frank is expected to remain in charge against Borussia Dortmund in what could be a rather toxic atmosphere at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Gallagher will already be looking at the situation he has walked into at Spurs and perhaps regretting his decision to sign.

Archie Gray on Conor Gallagher signing for Tottenham

Archie Gray has admitted that he is delighted that Gallagher has signed for Tottenham, giving him the chance to play alongside a fellow Englishman.

The midfielder is also excited by the prospect of learning from the 25-year-old, given his experience at the top level.

Tottenham Hotspur have decided that Thomas Frank will remain in charge of the team against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.

Tottenham directors held talks over Frank’s future at Hotspur Way on Sunday following the team’s shock defeat to West Ham United.

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Frank is under big pressure at Tottenham after handing the Hammers their first win in 11 matches, and after his own team suffered a ninth league defeat of the season.

Remarkably, the Danish head coach looks set to be handed one more match in charge of Spurs as the hierarchy considers their options.

Thomas Frank to take charge of Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund

Thomas Frank is expected to be in the dugout at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the club’s Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund, according to Sky Sports.

Frank is losing support at Tottenham, but is now set to take charge of the club’s open training session on Monday ahead of the European clash.

The 53-year-old will also address the media once again, where there is likely to be plenty of discussion around his future.

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The Lewis Family wanted to give Frank time at Tottenham, and now he looks set to be handed at least one more match.

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Frank was jeered by supporters at both half-time and full-time, with the general feeling that the situation for the manager had reached a point of no return. But clearly that is not the case just yet.

However, the former Brentford boss remains under pressure at Spurs and will not have much time to turn things around.

Tottenham have big injury concerns for the Champions League clash vs Borussia Dortmund

The North London club are currently sitting in 11th place in the Champions League group stage and are just one point off the top eight.

However, Dortmund will be a tough team to face, as Nik Kovac’s team are second in the Bundesliga right now and on a great run of form.

Meanwhile, Frank will be without several key players for the match, including Micky van de Ven, who is suspended.

James Maddison, Rodrigo Bentancur, Mohammed Kudus, Richarlison, Joao Palhinha, Dejan Kulusevski and Ben Davies are all out of the match.

Alan Shearer cannot see an identity behind Thomas Frank’s Tottenham Hotspur as the pressure mounts on the manager.

Tottenham Hotspur suffered a shock defeat at home to West Ham United over the weekend, which leaves them sitting 14th in the Premier League.

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Spurs have now lost nine matches in the league this term, and Frank is coming under big pressure at Tottenham.

On Sunday, Tottenham’s directors held talks at Hotspur Way over Frank’s future, with Spurs set to play Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Alan Shearer cannot understand Tottenham’s identity under Thomas Frank

Alan Shearer believes that Tottenham Hotspur’s team is much better than what they are currently showing under Thomas Frank.

The former Premier League striker has slammed the fact that Spurs do not have a clear style of play, and can understand the supporters’ frustrations.

Speaking about what is going wrong under Frank, Shearer told The Rest Is Football: “I don’t see a pattern; I don’t see what they’re trying to do.

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“I don’t know whether they’re a sitting team, whether they want to hit you on the break or if they’re a pressing team. It’s like I don’t know, I guess that’s how the Spurs fans feel as well.

“When you look at their team yesterday, Van de Ven and Romero, they’ve got their goalkeeper, they’ve got Porro, they’ve got their two midfielders in Gray and Conor Gallagher, a new signing. Then forward-wise, the players out on the pitch should be doing a lot more and a lot better.

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“I know they’ve got Maddison, Kulusevski, and Solanke just coming back, but you should be seeing a lot more than what you’re getting from Tottenham. He looks really tired, and it’s really hurting him.”

Tottenham’s players are believed to be dissatisfied with Frank, and they are now playing like that on the pitch, with confusion amongst the team.

The Lewis Family wanted to give Frank time at Tottenham; however, it is quickly looking like they are going to part ways with the Danish head coach.

Tottenham consider Xavi Hernandez and Mauricio Pochettino

Tottenham are believed to be considering both Xavi Hernandez and Mauricio Pochettino as replacements, according to The Sun.

Xavi has been out of work since leaving Barcelona back in the summer of 2024; meanwhile, Pochettino could make a sensational return after the 2024 World Cup.

Tottenham Hotspur are in deep trouble and for Thomas Frank things can’t really get much worse.

Tottenham are at their lowest ebb of the campaign – if that’s even possible – with defeat at home to a hapless West Ham side who started the day seven points adrift of the team in 17th place.

Frank could be on the brink of the sack after this result. Cristian Romero was the man who fronted up to speak to the media after the game and it does feel as though the fat lady is clearing her voice when it comes to the head coach.

Tottenham appear to have stopped playing for their boss and when that sort of rot sets in, it can be a very lonely place for a manager, especially when results are going badly wrong.

David Ornstein shares how Tottenham players feel about Thomas Frank

Tottenham have to roll their sleeves up and prepare for a tough match against Dortmund on Tuesday night, with three points badly needed for the boss.

Spurs players have been shocking for a number of weeks in fairness and as usual it’s the manager feeling the heat and not a group of players who are seriously underperforming at the moment.

Ornstein has been quizzed on how the players are feeling inside the dressing room and he’s delivered a very intriguing verdict on the perception of Frank.

He said on Instagram: “As things stand he remains in position and Spurs play Dortmund on Tuesday. It looks as though he will still be in charge for that one at least.

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“There is still a lot of good will for Thomas Frank internally at Tottenham, they want him to succeed but I think there is a great deal of realism too and they concede that it might not happen.

“That makes me think that it will be a case of when not if he will go. I think it feels improbable that he turns this around, especially when the fans have turned against him and the hierarchy and also from what we hear many players are dissatisfied.”

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Tottenham must either back or sack Frank in the coming weeks

If the consensus among the media is a case of when and not if Frank is going to get sacked then Tottenham have to make a swift decision and act in a decisive fashion.

Right now it would seem as though the players have given up on his managerial methods and even if they do get along with Frank, they’re clearly not having some of the things he wants to do.

Tottenham need to get back on track quickly and right now, it feels as though Frank is completely out of fresh ideas to try and get the team picking up points once again.

It’s a bad sign when someone with the reputation that Ornstein has in the game is saying that some of the players aren’t having him and a resolution is required quickly from the club’s board of directors.

Tottenham Hotspur were left shellshocked against West Ham as a late Callum Wilson goal consigned Thomas Frank to another defeat.

The warning signs were there for Tottenham, with Crysencio Summerville scoring in the early exchanges to fire the Hammers into a deserved lead.

Cristian Romero did restore parity, but despite Conor Gallagher making his debut, it would appear that Frank is in desperate need of a lift from somewhere in an attacking sense.

Frank looked frustrated at the end of the game with another three points dropped and Spurs still languishing in the wrong half of the Premier League table.

The post-mortem will be carried out this week, with Spurs set to play Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League and Frank is absolutely desperate for a big three points.

Tim Sherwood slams Tottenham star Guglielmo Vicario

The Tottenham goalkeeper was once again in the firing line for criticism after this game, with the player hardly covering himself in glory throughout.

Sherwood has had enough of Vicario, and after the game, he was incensed with the Tottenham custodian, choosing to pick him out for extra criticism after the defeat.

He said: “Vicario is saying he’s on my arm, he’s not happy, he’s never strong enough, and he’s not strong enough on this occasion either.”

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Vicario has now gone three games without keeping a clean sheet in the Premier League and it would be ideal if Spurs had a little bit more competition for his position, given that he appears complacent.

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Frank has decision to make between the posts

The Tottenham boss needs players prepared to roll up their sleeves and fight for the cause if they’re to get back to winning ways any time soon.

Vicario has been out of sorts for a little while and is often renowned for being somewhat erratic between the posts when he’s called upon.

With Antonin Kinsky waiting patiently in the wings, Frank now has a decision to make when Dortmund arrive in North London later this week.

The Czech goalkeeper is probably deserving of a chance given how poor Vicario has proved he can be and it will be fascinating to see what Frank now decides to do.

Tottenham fans believe that Cristian Romero doing the post-match interview is a ‘significant’ sign about Thomas Frank’s future.

West Ham United secured their first win in 11 matches at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium following Callum Wilson’s stoppage-time winner.

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Thomas Frank is now under real pressure at Tottenham, with the North London club’s hierarchy holding talks over his future.

Ahead of the team’s clash with Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League, a change of manager now looks bound to happen.

Cristian Romero calls Tottenham’s situation a ‘disaster’

Cristian Romero has labelled Tottenham Hotspur’s situation a ‘disaster’ after suffering yet another defeat at home.

The Argentine apologised to the club’s supporters for losing in front of them yet again and has said the players will be working hard at Hotspur Way on Sunday.

Romero told SpursOfficial: “Honestly, another loss at home. For me, the only message for the fans: thank you for always staying with us.

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“It’s difficult, and also a disaster moment for us, but especially in this moment we need silence. Back tomorrow on the training grounds, we work hard every day, and stay all together.

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“In three days, we have another big match. At this moment, we really need silence and to work hard.”

The Lewis Family have been keen to give Frank time; however, their latest defeat to London rivals West Ham means they now have to react.

Tottenham fans react to Cristian Romero’s post-match interview

Tottenham fans are certain that Romero doing the club’s post-match interview after losing to West Ham says a lot about his current feelings.

Despite being the club captain, Romero rarely conducts interviews after matches, so the fact that he took responsibility after such a damaging defeat speaks volumes about the situation.

One fan said: “You know it’s bad when Romero does an interview, desperate times.”

“Romero doing one of these is significant; he hates this current situation,” added another.

A third fan said: “Romero doing a post-match interview? Yeah, bad omen for Mr Frank.”

Meanwhile, another claimed: “The fact that he constantly uses the word disaster tells you all you need to know.”

Finally, one fan stated: “Cuti is sick of this situation too. I don’t blame him at all.”

Thomas Frank is now under increasing pressure at Tottenham after the 2-1 defeat against West Ham at home.

The Dane knew that it was a must-win game as Spurs were in 14th place, but it was yet another uninspiring performance that led to them losing it.

Frank could face the sack at Tottenham despite moving to North London in the summer, as he has failed to do well at the club.

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Thomas Frank losing support at Tottenham

According to the BBC, a member of Spurs’ executive team has recommended parting ways with the former Brentford manager.

It’s understood that Frank is under significant scrutiny at the North London club, and his sack is being discussed behind the scenes.

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Thus far, the Dane has retained the backing of the hierarchy that even sanctioned his wishes to bring Conor Gallagher to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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However, with Tottenham in 14th place, a decision will need to be made if he deserves time to turn things around or if a new manager is to be appointed.

The club will also consider the fact that the fans have started to turn on him and even chanted: “You’re getting sacked in the morning.”

How can Frank turn things around at Tottenham?

If the hierarchy decide to stick with the Dane, he will not be given too much time to turn things around.

Whatever needs to be done must be done immediately, and it remains to be seen what his plan is.

For starters, he could look to change the shape of his team and look to make two or three permanent changes to his starting eleven.

There is a good chance that the likes of Dominic Solanke and Mathys Tel are made front and centre of his plans.

Dropping underperforming players, no matter their influence in the dressing room, will send a message to the squad that he means business and is not willing to tolerate things as they are.

Until he takes drastic action, things are not expected to change and will only lead to the club’s downfall.

It remains to be seen what his pitch to the board is if he does believe he can turn things around.

Tottenham Hotspur are keen to make a move for Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner, with pressure mounting on Thomas Frank.

Frank is under immense pressure at Tottenham after his team slipped to a ninth Premier League defeat of the season at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Callum Wilson netted a stoppage-time winner for West Ham United to secure their first victory in 11 matches and inflict yet another defeat on Frank’s Spurs.

Vinai Venkatesham arrived at Hotspur Way this morning as talks continue over the Danish head coach’s future. But Spurs seem to be looking at potential replacements.

Tottenham target Oliver Glasner as Thomas Frank replacement

Tottenham Hotspur are considering a move for Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner, according to Alan Nixon.

The Austrian manager is also under pressure in South London following his recent comments about the club’s situation.

For now, Palace have opted to stick with the 51-year-old, according to Rob Dorsett; however, the manager clearly looks disgruntled at the situation.

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The former Frankfurt boss has already stated that he will be departing the club at the end of the season in search of a new challenge.

A move to Tottenham midseason would not be straightforward, as it seems, given the fact that Palace would demand ‘decent compensation’ for him to make the switch.

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Glasner has won trophies in each of his last two jobs, having won the Europa League at Frankfurt, and now the FA Cup, along with the Community Shield at Palace.

Manchester United have also been linked with him, so the Lilywhites probably wouldn’t have a clear run at him either.

Mauricio Pochettino wants to return to Tottenham

Mauricio Pochettino is open to the idea of returning to Tottenham after next summer’s World Cup, according to TalkSPORT.

For now, the former Spurs boss remains fully committed to the United States national team job, but after that, a return looks to be on the cards.

Pochettino came so close to winning trophies in N17 during his first stint, so it feels like the Argentine has unfinished business at Spurs.

Spurs fans have long wanted Pochettino to make his return, and next summer looks set to be the perfect chance for that to finally happen.

Vinai Venkatesham arrived at Hotspur Way this morning, with Thomas Frank also present at Tottenham’s training HQ.

Frank is under big pressure at Tottenham following the team’s latest defeat to West Ham United in the Premier League.

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Callum Wilson’s stoppage-time winner for the visitors secured their first win in 11 matches, highlighting the severity of the situation in North London.

Tottenham are now holding talks over Frank’s future, and a decision will need to be made quickly with a Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday.

Vinai Venkatesham arrived at Tottenham’s training ground this morning

Vinai Venkatesham was present at Tottenham Hotspur’s training ground this morning with a decision set to be made on Thomas Frank’s future, according to James Green.

Tottenham’s CEO was spotted arriving at Hotspur Way, with the club’s head coach having already entered the building earlier this morning.

The Lewis Family wanted to give Frank time; however, losing to the team sitting in 18th in the Premier League has forced them to have a rethink.

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Frank believes that the team are still heading in the right direction, despite a ninth Premier League defeat of the season.

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“If we’re winning, it will change [the reaction of the fans] and we will. I still think we are closer [to turning things around] than further away,” Frank told Standard Sport.

Cristian Romero did the post-match interview, something he doesn’t usually do, again highlighting how the players feel about the situation.

The Spurs News estimated that Tottenham would need to pay around £8 million to sack Frank, which is roughly one year of his annual salary.

But Venkatesham’s arrival at the training ground this morning feels like a fairly significant development in the club’s stance on sacking him.

Vinai Venkatesham’s telling Tottenham statement

Earlier this week, Venkatesham released a statement at Tottenham addressing the fans, detailing the club’s plans.

However, Alasair Gold noted that he failed to mention Frank during the statement, which could be quite telling about his future.

Gold told his YouTube channel: “I did feel it was noticeable when Venkatesham’s very long and detailed open letter to the Spurs fans, which I thought was quite a good letter on the whole.

“He admits that actions speak louder than words, but I noticed within that letter, I’m sure you did too, he mentioned everything but the head coach he’d employed.”

Alan Shearer has called for four of Tottenham Hotspur’s summer signings to start giving more under Thomas Frank.

Tottenham Hotspur backed Frank with big funds over the summer by signing five first-team players for large fees.

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Xavi Simons was the headline signing, followed by Mohammed Kudus, Mathys Tel, Randal Kolo Muani and Joao Palhinha.

But ultimately, none of them have really contributed a great deal in an attacking sense this season, and Shearer has criticised them.

Alan Shearer slams Xavi Simons, Mohammed Kudus, Mathys Tel and Randal Kolo Muani

Alan Shearer has slammed the contributions of Simons, Kudus, Kolo Muani and Tel at Tottenham this season.

Between them, they have scored just six goals in the Premier League this term, which really hasn’t helped Thomas Frank.

Frank is now under big pressure at Tottenham following the team’s 2-1 defeat to West Ham United on Saturday afternoon.

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But despite the team’s overall poor performance, the former Premier League striker has urged the quartet to offer much more in N17.

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Discussing Tottenham’s summer signings, Shearer told BBC Match of the Day: “I know they’ve got Kulusevski, Maddison, and Solanke out, but when you look at some of their signings in the summer.

“I know Kudus is out injured also today, but those numbers (are poor). Xavi Simons, Tel, Odobert was also last season.

“Muani, I know, is on loan, but PSG paid £65 million for him. I’m looking at those players, and I’m thinking, ‘Come on, you have to give us more’. You’ve got to give something extra.”

Tottenham’s four attacking signings from the summer must offer more, but also need to be used in a system which plays to their strengths.

Johan Lange must take responsibility for Tottenham’s poor recruitment

Johan Lange is the man who must take responsibility for Tottenham’s poor recruitment and needs to buck up his ideas quickly.

The Tottenham sporting director has faced a lot of heat from supporters since his arrival back in November 2023.