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Thomas Frank is under pressure at Tottenham Hotspur following a disappointing run of results, Fabrizio Romano has exclusively revealed in his GIVEMESPORT newsletter.

The Danish tactician has won just three of his last 11 games across all competitions and suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest in what was arguably Spurs’ worst performance of the season.

While Frank insisted there is ‘no quick fix’ to solve the slump in form, Romano says Tottenham chiefs are waiting to see results improve before making any decision on the manager.

There are reportedly internal talks ongoing over the Dane’s future, with Frank knowing that he must turn his fortunes around to avoid prematurely ending his time in north London.

Thomas Frank Under Pressure at Spurs

Romano, writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, revealed that Frank is starting to feel pressure growing at Tottenham amid his difficult first six months in charge:

“There’s pressure, there are internal talks but still waiting to see results improving. Thomas Frank knows that the rhythm must change soon.”

Since beating Everton 3-0 on October 26, Tottenham have only won one of their last seven matches in the Premier League, against Frank’s former club Brentford, 2-0 last weekend.

The Lilywhites suffered their sixth defeat of the campaign on Sunday and their fourth during the aforementioned run.

Guglielmo Vicario was the subject of heavy scrutiny following the 3-0 loss at the City Ground after he gifted two easy goals to Callum Hudson-Odoi to give Forest an early lead.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Tottenham have conceded 13 goals in their last six league games.

Frank penned a three-year contract upon his appointment at Spurs in July, replacing sacked Ange Postecoglou.

The Australian tactician was relieved of his duties following a victory in the Europa League final against Manchester United and after overseeing a 17th-placed finish in the Premier League.

Tottenham Eyeing Yan Diomande

Tottenham have spent heavily on reinforcements up front before the season, with Mohammed Kudus, Xabi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani joining.

However, the trio have managed just three Premier League goals between themselves so far and, as a result, Spurs are starting to look for extra firepower in attack ahead of 2026.

According to Romano, the Lilywhites are among several clubs keeping tabs on RB Leipzig rising star Yan Diomande amid his breakout year in Germany.

The 19-year-old has netted seven times and provided four assists in 16 appearances this season.

Thomas Frank must seriously consider dropping Mohammed Kudus from his Tottenham Hotspur starting line-up after a far-from-convincing performance against Nottingham Forest.

The north London side were outclassed 3-0 at the City Ground on Sunday, with goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario gifting the opposition two goals in another game to forget for the Italian.

Spurs arguably produced their worst performance of the season as they attempted just one shot on target and barely threatened Forest’s defence, with the front four of Richarlison, Xabi Simons, Randal Kolo Muani and Kudus struggling to trouble John Victor in goal on his Premier League debut.

Kudus’ display was particularly concerning for Frank, who may have a decision on his hands after Sunday’s defeat.

Frank Should Drop Mohammed Kudus

Kudus was given a 3/10 rating for his performance against Forest by journalist Alasdair Gold, with no Spurs player – not even Vicario – receiving a lower score:

“A performance with no end product. Constantly running into players rather than passing and had very little quality in what he did.

“Even forgot to get in the half-time huddle the players have started doing. It was entirely fitting with the day.”

Kudus attempted just one shot and registered one accurate cross out of nine on Sunday, while making 59 touches of the ball and completing 21 out of 28 passes.

The Ghanaian winger was replaced by Brennan Johnson for the final 10 minutes of play, but the Welshman struggled to ignite any spark in Spurs’ attack as he made just three touches of the ball.

Johnson has largely struggled for regular minutes following Kudus’ arrival from West Ham in the summer and remains someone Frank could turn to if he decides to drop Kudus following Sunday’s heavy defeat.

After scoring in back-to-back games at the start of the campaign, Johnson has gone goalless in his next 12 league appearances, making only six starts in total.

Frank Under Pressure at Tottenham

After securing back-to-back wins over Brentford and Slavia Prague, Tottenham have failed to ease further pressure on Frank following the heavy 3-0 loss on Sunday.

The Danish tactician continues to face intense scrutiny over his difficult start to life in north London, having won just 10 of his 25 games since taking charge in July.

Spurs have won three times in their last 11 games across all competitions and sit 11th in the Premier League, four points off the top five.

They next host Liverpool on Saturday, 20 December, before a London derby at Crystal Palace on Sunday, 28 December.

Tottenham aren’t in crisis under Thomas Frank, but they’re certainly in a moment where big decisions may soon define the direction of the club. Performances have drifted through December 2025, questions around long-term progression are growing, and the mood among supporters has noticeably cooled.

And then Mauricio Pochettino appeared on BBC’s new series The Football Interview - and suddenly the conversation has shifted.

His comments were revealing, ambitious, and for Tottenham, impossible to ignore. If Spurs do ever reach a point where they need to consider life after Frank, there may be no better candidate than the man who once transformed the club.

Pochettino wants a Premier League return - and hasn’t closed the door on Spurs

Pochettino was unusually open about his ambitions. Now coaching the United States ahead of the 2026 World Cup, he made it clear that he watches the Premier League “a lot,” believes it remains “the best league in the world,” and admitted plainly:

“Of course I would love to come back again.”

But what will interest Spurs fans most is how warmly he spoke about his time in north London. He praised Daniel Levy, reflected proudly on the Champions League run, and described himself as “grateful” for the chance to manage the club. There was no tension, no bitterness - only admiration and unfinished business.

He also revealed the two things he still wants to achieve before the end of his managerial career: winning the Premier League and winning the Champions League.

He genuinely believes he came close with Spurs. And he didn’t hide his desire to try again.

Those aren’t the words of someone who considers his Tottenham chapter closed. Those are the words of someone who still sees the Premier League - and potentially Spurs - in his future.

Tottenham Should Move for Pochettino

This isn’t about disrespecting Thomas Frank. He’s stabilised the club, modernised the structure, and brought a calmness to Spurs that was badly needed. But the ceiling remains unclear - and the fans know it.

Pochettino, meanwhile, brings:

world-class pedigree

emotional connection

tactical identity

Premier League experience

a belief he can win major trophies

He wouldn’t need time to understand Spurs. He wouldn’t need a bedding-in period. He would return to a club he already elevated once - only now with even more experience behind him.

Frank may still succeed. He may still evolve this team.

But if Tottenham ever decide they need a proven, elite manager to take the club forward, one who wants the Premier League and still loves Spurs…

Mauricio Pochettino is the dream replacement.

Tottenham’s disappointing 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest has intensified scrutiny on goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, with Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher launching a fierce critique of the Italian’s performance and behaviour during the match.

Carragher argued that Vicario not only contributed to the chaos defensively, but also showed a worrying habit of deflecting responsibility when goals go in.

“Typical Vicario, he’s always blaming someone else. Every time I see him when a goal goes in, he’s throwing his arms at someone else. Just kick it out of play,” Carragher said while reviewing the game.

The comments come after one of Spurs’ worst results of the season at the City Ground.

Carragher calls out Vicario after Forest defeat

Tottenham’s 3-0 loss saw defensive errors pile up, with Forest exploiting gaps, hesitation and miscommunication at the back — much of which originated from Vicario’s decisions under pressure.

Carragher highlighted one incident in particular, where Vicario attempted to play out from the back while Forest pressed aggressively. Instead of clearing his lines, the goalkeeper hesitated, played a risky pass, and left his defence scrambling. Seconds later, Forest capitalised and doubled their lead.

For Carragher, the mistake itself wasn’t the only problem. It was Vicario’s reaction.

The pundit criticised the goalkeeper for immediately signalling frustration at teammates rather than acknowledging his own role in the breakdown. According to Carragher, this has become a pattern both in this match and others this season.

Tottenham’s defensive structure - already fragile - was repeatedly exposed as Forest’s intensity overwhelmed them, and Vicario’s decision-making only heightened the problems.

Pressure grows on Spurs’ No.1 after heavy defeat

While Vicario has often been praised for his reflexes and shot-stopping, Tottenham’s collapse at Forest has renewed questions about whether he is suited to the high-risk, possession-driven approach Thomas Frank wants from his goalkeeper.

The 3–0 defeat was more than a poor result - it was a reflection of deeper issues. Spurs struggled to build from the back, lost confidence early, and never recovered control of the match. Vicario’s uncertainty only added to the sense of instability, and Carragher’s challenge publicly spotlights what many fans have been feeling for weeks.

With Tottenham slipping and pressure on Frank already increasing, the goalkeeper position is now firmly under the microscope heading into a crucial period of the season.

Carragher’s message was blunt: Vicario needs to simplify, take responsibility, and stop creating problems Tottenham can’t afford.

Whether the Italian responds in the coming fixtures could define Spurs’ trajectory for the rest of the campaign.

Former Tottenham Hotspur owner Alan Sugar has urged the Lewis family to go and hire former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp.

Klopp left Liverpool back in 2024, announcing that he would be departing at the end of the 2023/2024 campaign. The German coach is yet to take on another managerial role after leaving Liverpool, and is instead working with Red Bull as their Head of Global Football.

Klopp doesn't appear keen to take on another managerial role, considering he's opted for more of a behind-the-scenes position since departing Anfield. Sugar, having previously owned Tottenham, knows the footballing world inside out, and it's certainly an interesting request for the club to make a move for Klopp at this stage of his career.

Alan Sugar: Tottenham Must Hire Jurgen Klopp

Speaking on X, former Tottenham owner Sugar has urged the Lewis family to go and hire Klopp in January. Sugar has claimed that it would be a win-win situation, and with their 'massive fortune' they can bring in the Premier League title-winner while backing him in the January transfer window.

Whether Tottenham could convince Klopp to make a return to management remains to be seen, but it feels unlikely that he'd take on the Spurs job. It would undoubtedly have to be a phenomenal project for Klopp to return to Premier League action, and Tottenham are in a difficult spot at the moment.

Tottenham Fans React to Jurgen Klopp Suggestion

Fans online spotted the suggestion but were far from impressed with the idea.

One wrote: "There's delusions. There's mega delusions. Then there's this." Another added: "There is no way in a million years that he will come back to England and manage Spurs."

A third said: "Got more chance of signing Mbappe probably than Klopp coming." A final fan summed up the mood, asking: "Is this actually serious?"

Plenty of Spurs supporters seem to share the view that it's a fairly pointless discussion, as it's going to be near-on impossible to convince Klopp to make the move to north London. The pressure is seriously mounting on Thomas Frank at Tottenham, but the appointment of Klopp might be a little out of reach.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has to be under serious pressure after their latest defeat against Nottingham Forest, and with reports suggesting they are seriously considering Xavi Hernandez as their next coach, they should be looking to pull the trigger.

Spurs went 1-0 down in the first half as Forest pounced on a defensive error from Archie Gray, with Callum Hudson-Odoi then able to roll the ball into an empty net. After the break, Callum Hudson-Odoi struck again, leading to a triple change from Frank, but it didn't help their cause.

Sean Dyche's side later made it three, as Ibrahima Sangare produced a phenomenal strike to seal the win for Forest. The defeat leaves Tottenham sitting in 11th place in the Premier League table, and serious questions are now being asked of Frank.

Time for Frank to Go as Xavi Eyed

After just one win in their last seven Premier League games, it's surely time for Spurs to head in a different direction. Frank is already losing trust with some of the supporters after some disappointing performances and results, and their latest defeat against Nottingham Forest sums up their issues.

After Frank substituted Djed Spence in the second half against Forest, the full-back threw his jacket to the ground in anger at being taken off. It's surely a sign that things aren't so rosy behind the scenes, and a change is needed in the dugout.

Reports have claimed that Tottenham are 'seriously considering' Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez, and it could be time to bite the bullet and bring him to the club. Fabio Paratici is said to be ready to open talks, and that might happen sooner rather than later after their recent result.

Xavi a Thomas Frank Upgrade for Tottenham

Xavi has previously been described as "the best manager in the world" before he left Barcelona, and he could be the man that Tottenham need to steer them in the right direction. The former Spanish midfielder has experience of managing high-profile players and elite-level stars, and if Spurs want to go to the next level, that could be the profile of manager that they need in the dugout.

Xavi has achieved over two points per game in both of his managerial jobs so far, and he's also delivered plenty of trophies to go with it. With Barcelona, Xavi won the La Liga title, while he also delivered six trophies during his time at Al-Sadd SC.

Tottenham need a winner, and unfortunately for them, Frank isn't that. It's no disrespect to Frank, but Xavi is a level above, and considering he's available right now, they need to get him in as soon as possible to save their season.

Tottenham endured a disastrous day at the office which will likely pile the pressure on head coach Thomas Frank. The North London side fell to a 3-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground in a humiliating result away from home.

Three valuable points would have seen Spurs move up to eighth position in the Premier League table. However, as a result of the shock defeat, they remain in the bottom half of the Premier League table.

It was an afternoon when very little went right for Tottenham, including the selection of one young star who made the cut against Sean Dyche's side.

Archie Gray Endures Torrid Day Against Nottingham Forest

Frank's decision to start Archie Gray wasn't much of a surprise based on recent form. The 19-year-old has started five of the last six games in midfield for Tottenham and, as a result, he was named alongside Rodrigo Bentancur at the City Ground.

Unfortunately, it was a torrid afternoon which got off to the worst possible start when a costly error allowed Callum Hudson-Odoi to open the scoring.

Gray also picked up yellow card and had just 28 touches, while failing to win a single ground duel during his time on the pitch. The ex-Leeds starlet, who cost £30million, also recorded no tackles, blocks or interceptions during the contest.

Gray Has Work To Do To Be A Regular Spurs Starter

While every player is capable of having a bad day at the office, Archie Gray's display was perhaps indicative of a bigger problem that he faces.

Through no fault of his own, the 19-year-old has struggled for consistent game time in central midfield, playing there 30 times in his career. By comparison he has played 39 games at right-back, 21 games in central defence and 19 as a defensive midfielder.

Gray has become a victim of his own versatility and that has hindered his ability to dominate games in midfield.

Nottingham Forest are a side of immense experience and physicality and that proved to be a problem for Gray who really struggled to get a grip of the game.

With Joao Palhinha and Pape Sarr also options, it's difficult to understand how Frank didn't see either of them as a better choice for this particular game.

Still a teen, there's no doubting that Gray has an incredibly bright future ahead of him but as it stands, he needs to be given time to shine in his preferred position if he's to become a top star there.

Thomas Frank was already under pressure before Tottenham Hotspur's nightmare 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Sunday and fans have made clear he's one of four men they want gone.

Spurs came into the game off the back of much-needed wins over Brentford (2-0) in the league and Slavia Prague (3-0) in the Champions League. It's been a difficult start to life for Frank, in charge of the Lilywhites, and he is feeling the heat even more after Sean Dyche's Forest comfortably beat his men.

Callum Hudson-Odoi grabbed a brace (28', 50') and Ibrahim Sangare (79') was also on target at the City Ground to hand the visitors their sixth defeat in 16 league games. But Frank wasn't the only name to come under intense criticism following the defeat, as three of his players were called out.

Forest 3-0 Spurs: Fans Want Trio 'Removed' After Horror Show

Spurs' frustrating afternoon at the City Ground left their supporters enraged and many placed the blame on three starters. The main culprit in many fans' eyes was Guglielmo Vicario, who had a moment to forget for Hudson-Odoi's second, left dumbfounded as a cross beat him and found the far post.

The Italian goalkeeper's woes continued amid a disastrous season, whose calamity partly helped Fulham to a 2-1 win against Frank's side last month. But many also took aim at Rodrigo Bentancur, who hasn't managed to hit the heights of the early stages of his spell in North London.

Richarlison's topsy-turvy form has become too much of a liability, judging by fans' response to a lacklustre outing against Forest. The Brazilian didn't pose any threat, and his inconsistency is a real problem for his under-pressure manager.

Spurs fans have made clear they have seen enough and had enough of all three of them. One fan wrote on X:

"Richarlison, Bentancur, Vicario. Sick of watching more than any others."

Another added:

"Vicario out. Porro out. Bentancur out. Richarlison out."

One supporter said:

"Leave Frank, Vicario, Bentancur and Richarlison in Nottingham please."

Another responded:

"Vicario OUT. Bentancur OUT. Porro OUT. Richarlison OUT. FRANK …"

This stance was echoed again:

"Alright that’s enough. Thomas Frank has to go. Richarlison has to go. Vicario has to go. Bentancur has to go. Cull it. Restart."

"Bentancur, Vicario and Richarlison need to be removed from the club asap."

Moving those three players on would be a signal of intent, but it seems unlikely given their status in Frank's first team. But a rebuild feels necessary despite a busy past summer transfer window that has failed to reach expectations although the trio have been at the club for a significant period.

Tottenham's To-Do List - Replace Vicario and Richarlison

There's only so many times Frank or even Spurs fans can stand by Vicario, and it's clear that the Italian shot-stopper's form has become a problem. He hasn't looked the same since returning from a fractured ankle last season, putting in nervous, erratic performances that should put his status as number one in significant doubt.

Does Frank turn to Antonin Kinsky, who arrived in North London in the January transfer window? The Czech goalkeeper fared well for most of the opportunities afforded to him, including an impressive display in a 1-0 win over Liverpool in last season's Carabao Cup.

But the 22-year-old feels too inexperienced to be thrown into such a problematic situation, and that's why the upcoming transfer window might be the time for a proven Vicario replacement to be signed. Reports are suggesting the recruitment staff are on the lookout for a 'world-class' number one.

As for Richarlison, it seemed likely he'd be exiting in the summer after falling out of favor under Frank's predecessor Ange Postecoglou. But the Dane is a fan of the 28-year-old and has repeatedly confirmed that he is his preferred starting number nine.

The former Everton forward has managed six goals in 16 league games, which isn't a bad return, but it's his actual displays that have left much to be admired. His hold-up play is often lacking, and he doesn't grab a game by the scruff of the neck, which is what Frank is crying out for from his beleaguered side.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Djed Spence was substituted against Nottingham Forest by Thomas Frank, and Alasdair Gold spotted the right-back throwing his jacket on the ground, with the former Forest man not best pleased about being taken off.

Spurs manager Frank is under a bit of pressure at the north London club after an inconsistent start to the season, and some of the decisions he made during the game against Forest might not have helped his cause. Spurs conceded early on after a mistake at the back from Archie Gray, before Forest doubled their lead through Callum Hudson-Odoi.

After going three games unbeaten, the game against Sean Dyche's side was a real opportunity for them to continue some momentum, but they didn't show up at The City Ground.

Djed Spence Reaction After Tottenham Sub

According to journalist Alasdair Gold, Spence hurled his jacket to the ground after his substitution against Nottingham Forest, with Frank bringing on Ben Davies in his place.

Tottenham news account Spurs Army described the situation as an 'ugly moment', with Spence clearly unhappy at being substituted so early into the second half. It was a decision from Frank that might not have gone down too well with supporters, as well as Spence, as it's hardly an attacking alteration when they were 2-0 down.

Spence is undoubtedly a more attacking option than Davies from full-back, and although the former was carrying a knock in the first half, he clearly felt he was fine to continue given his reaction to the substitution.

Worrying Situation for Thomas Frank

Spence's reaction certainly wouldn't have gone down well with Frank, so it will be interesting to see if he makes a comment on the situation after the game. It's perhaps a sign that there is frustration in the dressing room at some of the manager's decisions, adding further pressure to Frank.

The result will be a major disappointment for the club, and it doesn't get any easier for them as they face Premier League champions Liverpool next week, who have started to pick up a bit of form after a difficult start to the campaign.

Cristian Romero could be sold for £70million as question marks over his Tottenham future arise once again.

The Argentine defender joined Spurs from Atalanta in the summer of 2021 and has since gone on to make over 140 appearances for the north London side, scoring 10 goals in the process.

Now 27 years of age and a regular for Argentina at international level, Romero has been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid. International teammate Julian Alvarez urged Romero to link up with him and Argentine legend Diego Simeone in the Spanish capital, revealing that he had multiple conversations with him to convince him to join Atletico.

Cristian Romero 'Could Be Sold For £70m'

Romero's future at Tottenham is secure after he signed a new long-term deal with the club in the summer. That said, former Spurs scout Bryan King still believes that the player has his price.

Speaking to Tottenham News, King said: “He’s only just signed a new contract, Romero. He signed an improved deal in the summer, and it’s made a big difference to his wage packet.

“He’s one of the highest-paid players at Tottenham, so it won’t be cheap to get him out. If Atletico think he’s going to walk out, they’ll have to think again.

“He’d cost £60million-70m.

“The fact that he’s Argentinian and Diego Simeone’s Argentinian will have nothing to do with it. If Spurs don’t want to sell, then he won’t go unless a crazy offer comes in, that is what it will take.“

Romero Would Be A Huge Loss For Spurs

Speculation linking Romero with Atletico Madrid isn't new. The Argentine defender feels like a perfect fit for Simeone's side due to his fiercely competitive nature and fiery personality. At times that does get him into trouble in north London, but if he was to leave, it would be a big blow.

Romero is a massive player in the Tottenham dressing room and his personality is a huge part of that. At 27 years of age, Romero is now entering his prime years and that could be huge for Spurs if they can keep him for the duration of his new, long-term deal.

Much will depend on Tottenham qualifying for the Champions League on a consistent basis. If they can't offer him football in Europe's elite competition then a move to Atletico could accelerate quite quickly and that would be a huge blow.