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Tottenham Hotspur have made a decision on Thomas Frank’s future as the club sit just five points off the relegation zone.

Thomas Frank signed a three year contract at Tottenham Hotspur last June and there were early signs that he would have no problem keeping hold of his job for its entire length.

After all, Spurs came within inches of triumphing over PSG in the UEFA Super Cup and earned some impressive Premier League victories, including a 2-0 win at the Etihad in August.

However, Tottenham have been on a downward slope in domestic competitions and they are now in real threat of suffering a first relegation from the English top flight since 1977.

Tottenham part ways with Thomas Frank

With Spurs in the middle of a major crisis, the club have finally made the decision to send Frank packing after a miserable few months.

Tottenham most recently suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle United, increasing their spell of more than two months without a victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Frank will officially go down as the worst ever Spurs manager in the Premier League era, as the Dane only managed to achieve a win rate of 26.9 per cent.

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Mauricio Pochettino is the favourite to take over at Spurs

There has been plenty of discussion about Pochettino in recent weeks. The name of the former Spurs boss has been sung by the club’s supporters and he himself has made comments about what true success looks like for a team of Tottenham’s stature.

However, the fan favourite will not be available to take charge until after the World Cup, as he currently occupies the dugout of the US national team.

In the meantime, Spurs could look to appoint an interim manager to oversee the remainder of the season. Assistant coach John Heitinga is one potential option and Ryan Mason’s name is bound to come up after the former Tottenham caretaker was sacked by West Brom last month.

The pressure on Thomas Frank is only expected to intensify in the coming weeks following yet another Premier League defeat tonight to Newcastle United.

Let us take a look at five things we learned from Tottenham’s 2-1 defeat to the Magpies, which has pushed Spurs further into a relegation fight.

Tottenham Hotspur’s form has been rather appalling in recent weeks, but it is not just a run that started recently; it is one that stretches back several months.

You would have to go all the way back to December for the last time Spurs managed a victory in the Premier League, with that coming against Crystal Palace.

In fact, since the start of the year, Spurs have not tasted a single league victory and have now only managed two wins in their last 17 Premier League games.

That surely is not good enough for a club of Spurs’ magnitude, one that is so used to pushing for European spots.

Wilson Odobert adds to Tottenham injury list

The list of absentees for Tottenham seems to be getting worse with each passing week. Last weekend, it was Destiny Udogie who was taken off and sidelined, while tonight Wilson Odobert was forced off with an injury.

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It currently remains unclear how long the winger will be out, but he went straight down the tunnel after picking up his knock.

That now leaves Spurs with 11 sidelined players because of injuries and 12 if you include the suspended Cristian Romero.

Frank’s side is now one goalkeeper away from picking up an injury, and they will have a full squad of injured players.

How close are West Ham to Spurs in the table now?

Spurs fans were worried earlier in the week about being dragged into a relegation fight. At the time, they were only six points from 18th-placed West Ham United.

However, with Tottenham once again failing to secure a win, it is no longer a question of whether they are in a relegation fight; it is now their reality.

The Hammers once again picked up points when Tottenham failed to do so drawing 1-1 with an in-form Manchester United side, currently leaving the gap between themselves and Spurs five points.

Spurs are currently 16th in the league, a single position off where they finished last time out, which is very worrying.

Frank has got to go, but have Spurs left it too late?

Thomas Frank was under pressure long before the winter window opened, with results looking grim during December.

However, that pressure eased off after the Dane’s impressive Champions League run that saw him manage a top-four finish in the league phase.

But the painful truth is that Frank simply has been awful in the league and has looked out of his depth managing Tottenham.

There had been boos from fans for quite a long time, with the boos continuing again tonight. The numbers in the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium are also reducing, with fans losing interest in the football on display.

Spurs are looking to show some faith in Frank, but the painful truth is that their decision to stick has now left them in a relegation scrap, with the best that can be achieved this season a top-half finish without European football at best.

Tottenham fans chant for Mauricio Pochettino’s return

It is clear that the Tottenham fans have had enough of Thomas Frank, and they made it known in the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium tonight.

There were chants from the home fans for the iconic Mauricio Pochettino, who gave many supporters some of their best memories.

That for sure tells everyone where the feelings of the current project are, with many supporters eager to see the back of it.

The full-time whistle has blown in the Premier League match between Tottenham and Newcastle United, and it’s time for our player ratings.

Tottenham Hotspur’s winless Premier League run in 2026 continued again tonight following Newcastle’s 2-1 win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Let’s take a look at how the individual players got on:

Guglielmo Vicario –The Italian conceded two tonight and should have parried the effort away from danger for Newcastle’s first. For the second, however, there was nothing he could have done to prevent it. 5.

Archie Gray – The full-back was Spurs’ most consistent performer tonight. He grabbed his goal after reacting quickest to Pape Matar Sarr’s header across goal. He also created Tottenham’s best chance of the second half after his run from full-back saw him put in a cross, but Tel failed to keep his shot down. In the first half, he was conservative, but he did take the handbrake off for a couple of minutes in the second half. 7.

Radu Dragusin – It was a mixed performance from the Romanian, who had a few nervy moments in this encounter. In the first half, his choice to step up in the press pulled him out of position and allowed Willock to get in behind Spurs’ defence, although he was offside. In the second half, no such nervy moments came from him. 5.

Micky van de Ven – The Dutchman was aggressive in the first half and often pushed up to defend and close down his man. In the second half it was more of the same, with Van de Ven also getting a few blocks in to prevent Vicario from being overly tested. He played a role in Spurs’ equaliser, doing enough to prevent Pope from claiming the corner. He came close to grabbing an equaliser after the ball fell to him in the Newcastle box but he fired high. 7.

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Djed Spence – The full-back barely had many opportunities to push up on the left flank for Tottenham and was focused on defending that left-hand side throughout both halves. 5.

Pape Matar Sarr – Grabbed the assist for Archie Gray’s equaliser following a corner in the second half. He also looked to push forward when he could in the second forty-five minutes. He played a shot from range, but Pope was equal to it. He was booked in the first half for simulation as well. 6.

Yves Bissouma – The Malian featured for just forty-five minutes, where he helped sweep things up in midfield, covering for Gray, before he was taken off for Joao Palhinha at the start of the second half. 5.

Conor Gallagher – He was the most advanced of Tottenham’s midfield three and, as a result, he saw loads of the ball. In the first half he created Spurs’ best opportunity, but Simons did not convert. In the second half he continued to press from the front and operated a lot more from the right. He did, however, give the ball away cheaply following a fast break for Tottenham, with his pass short and leading to Newcastle scoring from that moment. 5.

Xavi Simons – The Dutch international did have a few good moments in the first half when he got on the end of a Gallagher cross following a fast break, but he failed to hit the target. In the second half he continued to get on the ball and often looked to spearhead Spurs’ attacks. He did, however, become the second player to be booked for simulation for Tottenham. 6.5.

Dominic Solanke – In the first forty-five, the Tottenham centre-forward did not have any joy against both Thiaw and Botman, and that remained the case in the second half, with Solanke having no influence in attack. 4.

Wilson Odobert – The young Frenchman became the latest to pick up an injury for Tottenham and was taken off late in the first half. 5.

Substitutes

Mathys Tel – Odobert’s injury forced Tel’s introduction late in the first half. However, it was not until the second forty-five that the winger started having an influence on proceedings. His first sight of goal saw him cut inside onto his right from the left, but he fired high. He then had another opportunity when Gray’s cutback found him in the box, but he failed to keep it down. 5.

Joao Palhinha – The Portuguese came on in the second half for Yves Bissouma and went straight into Tottenham’s midfield as Frank looked to disrupt some of Newcastle’s rhythm. Palhinha did do that, with Spurs seeing more of the ball in the second half. 6.

Fabrizio Romano has just said something very interesting about Morgan Rogers and Tottenham Hotspur ahead of the summer.

After what was a quiet January transfer window, reports are already emerging regarding Tottenham Hotspur’s plans for the summer.

In fact, it has been claimed that Spurs made a conscious decision not to panic buy in January so that they can have an ambitious summer window.

It has now emerged that Morgan Rogers – who has eight goals and five assists in 25 league games this season – continues to be on Tottenham’s radar.

Tottenham dream of signing Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa

It was reported last summer that Spurs were prepared to offer ‘crazy money’ for Morgan Rogers, but he ended up staying put at Villa Park.

The Lilywhites eventually secured Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig, but Romano has said that Tottenham are continuing to dream of landing the England international next summer.

Romano said on his YouTube channel: “I’m sure Chelsea are still tracking Morgan Rogers as one of the most talented wingers in the game at the moment.

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“So Chelsea are still very attentive. For Tottenham, [he] is a dream target, for sure, but at the moment, again, the player was not available last summer. So it was not possible for Tottenham to proceed.”

Spurs may be forced to turn away from their ‘dream’ targets

It has also been reported over recent months that Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton is Tottenham’s dream centre midfield target as the 21-year-old looks set to leave Selhurst Park in the summer.

However, it is unlikely that Spurs are going to be able to attract the likes of Wharton or Rogers without having Champions League football to offer.

The North Londoners may thus have to recalibrate and prepare a more realistic wishlist for their summer rebuild.

Journalist Dean Jones’ latest update on the future of a top Tottenham target comes as a big warning for the North London club.

At the start of the January transfer window, it was reported that Spurs were keen to land a top-class winger, but the North London club failed to strengthen their attack during the window.

Tottenham fans were left frustrated at the lack of reinforcements upfront, and they would expect Spurs to prioritise adding more firepower to their front line in the summer.

It was widely reported in January that Yan Diomande was among the names at the top of Spurs’ wishlist, but Tottenham may have more competition to worry about for the RB Leipzig man than they initially thought.

Man United could overtake Tottenham in Yan Diomande race

At one point, it was suggested that Spurs were among the clubs leading the race for the 19-year-old winger, but there is no shortage of interest in the Bundesliga star.

It has now been revealed by Dean Jones that Man United are also plotting a move for the Ivory Coast international, and could soon move to the front of the queue for his signature.

Jones told TEAMtalk about United’s transfer objectives: “One name emerging strongly is Yan Diomande. Indeed, there is a growing feeling within recruitment circles that Diomande could be the first option United explore as a replacement [for Rashford].

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“Other clubs who have enquired about the RB Leipzig winger have come away with the understanding that United are very much in the picture and could lead the race for his signature when the summer window opens.”

Another Premier League giant eyeing Diomande move

United are not the only club that the North Londoners have to worry about when it comes to race for the Leipzig man.

According to some sources, Liverpool are in pole position to land Diomande, having identified the teenager as the long-term successor to Mohammed Salah.

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has revealed whether the Bundesliga giants are looking to sign Tottenham centre-back Luka Vuskovic.

There has been plenty of speculation over the future of the Croatian centre-back in light of his brilliant performances on loan at Hamburg this season.

Over the last couple of weeks, it has emerged that Bayern Munich are planning to test the waters for the Spurs youngster in the summer transfer window.

Croatian legend Ivan Rakitic has suggested that Tottenham may struggle to hold onto Vuskovic, urging Bayern to do all they can to land the teenager.

Tottenham fans will be relieved by Bayern Munich’s director’s statement

This transfer speculation has coincided with some Bayern Munich legends waxing lyrical about Vuskovic, which some Spurs fans may view as a coordinated effort to turn the teenager’s head.

However, sporting director Max Eberl has now distanced the Bundesliga club from the speculation linking them with the centre-back, making it clear that the 18-year-old is a Tottenham Hotspur player.

When asked about rumours of the Spurs defender moving to the Allianz Arena, Eberl said: “He’s 18, playing an outstanding season at HSV, he belongs to Tottenham.

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“But we also have very high-quality centre-backs. We also have Itō and Stani who can play there. So we can’t just sign every good player that people say we should sign.”

Spurs face a big dilemma ahead of Luka Vuskovic decision

According to a recent update by TEAMtalk, Tottenham have no intention of letting Vuskovic join Bayern or any other club in the summer.

However, the report did explain that Spurs face a dilemma in deciding what the 18-year-old’s next step would be.

It was pointed out that Vuskovic is keen to get regular football next season, having got a taste of it at HSV, but Tottenham may not be in a position to guarantee him regular starts.

As a result, the Lilywhites could allow the centre-back to extend his loan spell at Volksparkstadion for one more season.

Tottenham Hotspur are at risk of losing one of their youngsters, who was coveted by several clubs during the January window.

Tottenham are in the midst of another major injury crisis, which has severely tested their squad depth over recent weeks.

Due to the club’s injury situation, Thomas Frank has been forced to name several of the club’s academy youngsters in his matchday squad over the course of the season.

A 17-year-old winger, who has made the bench this season for the senior side, could potentially be on his way out this summer.

Tottenham could lose winger Tynan Thompson

Tynan Thompson has been an unused substitute for Tottenham in the Carabao Cup this season, and the 17-year-old is still waiting for his senior debut for the Lilywhites. He was even on the bench twice in the Champions League.

The teenager has impressed in Premier League 2 this term, with one goal and four assists in nine appearances.

Journalist Pete O’Rourke has revealed that Tottenham Hotspur rejected several offers for Thompson in January, but the winger is now considering his future at the club.

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O’Rourke wrote on X: “Tottenham risk losing top talent Tynan Thompson with the player considering his future at the club after they rejected several offers for the England U18 international in the January transfer window.”

Why Spurs will be wary of their young talent being poached

Tottenham have focused on strengthening their academy over the last few transfer windows, having bought some exciting young talents to Hotspur Way.

While that is a smart long-term strategy, it only works if those youngsters are given the right tools to develop, and there is a clear pathway into the first team.

Tottenham have to be wary of having their young starlets poached by clubs who are willing to promise more first-team opportunities, which is a very real risk if the academy players like Thompson do not see a clear path forward at N17.

Tottenham Hotspur are considering a big decision over Mikey Moore’s future as he continues to shine on loan at Rangers.

After a difficult start to his loan spell at Glasgow, the 18-year-old attacking midfielder has gone from strength to strength since the arrival of Danny Rohl at Ibrox.

The teenager appears to be getting better with each outing, and Moore produced arguably his best display for Rangers in their 5-1 win over Kilmarnock last week.

The Tottenham academy graduate has notched four goals and two assists in the Scottish Premiership, and Spurs may have a big decision on their hands in the summer.

Tottenham youngster Mikey Moore has a preference for next season

TEAMtalk say that Rangers are keen to retain the services of the young attacker for next season on the back of his showing over the last few months.

The report claims that while the Scottish club do not have an option to sign the winger on a permanent deal, an extension of his loan remains a ‘realistic possibility’.

In fact, it is asserted that Moore would be ‘eager to extend his stay in Scotland’ if first-team football in North London is not assured next season.

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What Spurs are thinking about Moore’s future

TEAMtalk say that Tottenham view the youngster as ‘one of their brightest prospects’ and remain convinced that his long-term future is at N17.

However, it is revealed that Spurs are ‘open to discussions’ regarding another loan move for their academy graduate next season.

Tottenham Hotspur are bracing themselves for a big transfer fight this summer after the events of the last week.

Spurs are now just five points off the drop zone following their 2-0 defeat to Man United, with many Tottenham fans now genuinely concerned about the prospect of relegation.

Spurs could now be without 12 players for the clash against Newcastle, with their injury crisis being compounded by Cristian Romero’s second red card of the season, which will see him suspended for four matches.

However, there is also another big concern building at the North London club ahead of next summer’s transfer window.

Tottenham could have a fight on their hands to keep Cristian Romero

Over the last few days, multiple sources have suggested that Romero will ask to leave Tottenham in the summer.

A new report in TEAMtalk has now claimed that Spurs are ‘bracing themselves for a summer showdown’ over their captain’s future.

The club could face a battle to keep the Argentine at the club, with the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Atletico Madrid circling over the player.

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Romero’s recent comments have seen these clubs express ‘serious’ interest in the defender once again, but Tottenham have no intention of letting him go without a fight.

It remains to be seen how his latest red card, which will be Romero’s third suspension this season, influences any transfer decisions.

The former Juventus man’s deal runs until 2029, giving Spurs ‘significant leverage’ and the Lilywhites are determined to retain their leader.

Interest in another Spurs defender complicates matters further

TEAMtalk explain that Tottenham are expected to focus on strengthening their squad in the summer rather than weakening it, with the club wanting to add another centre-back to their squad rather than letting one go.

However, what has complicated matters for them is the fact that Micky van de Ven is also attracting interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid, with the club potentially facing a battle to hold onto the Dutchman as well.

The outlet adds that ‘there is every chance’ that both of Tottenham’s first-choice centre-backs could demand transfers at the end of the season if the team’s domestic campaign continues to be disastrous.

Tottenham Hotspur are now weighing a move for Mauricio Pochettino as pressure on Thomas Frank intensifies.

Thomas Frank’s time at Tottenham Hotspur has had its ups and downs since his appointment back in the summer.

The Dane’s Premier League record has been appalling to say the least, as Spurs have managed just 29 points after 25 games and find themselves 14th in the Premier League table.

A full relegation scrap remains in the picture for Spurs, who are just six points above 18th place following West Ham United’s win over Burnley and Tottenham’s defeat to Manchester United.

Tottenham eye Mauricio Pochettino return as pressure grows on Thomas Frank

Frank has been under fire in recent weeks, but a bit of the pressure was eased following the Dane’s successful Champions League run.

However, with Tottenham’s domestic form only getting worse under the former Brentford manager, there is a growing feeling that his place in the Spurs dugout is far from secure.

TeamTalk are now reporting that Pochettino will unequivocally accept a return to Tottenham if offered the role following the World Cup.

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Pochettino is one name that has always been in the mix for Spurs, with the Argentine himself openly stating that he will welcome another run in the Tottenham dugout.

The Argentine is currently managing the USMNT and is preparing for the 2026 World Cup, but there is a feeling he would be open to take on a new challenge once the tournament ends in the summer.

Johnny Heitinga tipped as interim option if Spurs sack Frank

But before a summer move is made for Pochettino, it is claimed that the Spurs hierarchy is lining up an interim appointment should results under Frank fail to improve.

New assistant manager signing Johnny Heitinga, already embedded in the coaching staff, has now emerged as the frontrunner to steady the ship until summer.

Spurs, however, will not have a free run for the Argentine, with Manchester United also considering making a move for Pochettino.

There are claims that Tottenham are gearing up for a transformative summer transfer window, with substantial investment planned to rebuild the squad.