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Manager Ange Postecoglou himself admits that the ‘general sentiment’ is that he'll be sacked, even if Spurs win the Europa League, set to face Bodø/Glimt in the semi-finals, after ousting Eintracht Frankfurt on Thursday.

So, with the club currently 15th in the Premier League table, Daniel Levy could be searching for a new manager come the summer, while the first-team squad may require a mass rebuild too.

So, do Tottenham lead the chase to sign a highly-rated youngster?

Tottenham's teenaged transfer target

According to a report by Pete O'Rourke of Football Insider, Tottenham Hotspur are one of many top European clubs 'tracking' Gambian 'sensation' Gibril Sima, with Levy said to be 'ready to pay big' get a deal over the line.

Considering the 17-year-old plays for Gambian Dutch Lions FC in his native country, very little is known about him, but Pete O'Rourke describes him as "the next big talent to emerge from Gambia", adding that both Internazionale and Borussia Dortmund are also interested in securing his signature.

A report by Ebrima KB Sonko of Gambiana praises Sima's 'standout performances', labelling him a 'highly-rated young talent', while also noting that he has signed a two-year contract extension with his club, thereby protecting his transfer value.

So, could he be on his way to North London this summer?

Tottenham's transfer strategy

As outlined by Jay Harris of the Athletic, Tottenham's transfer strategy last summer was clear; sign young players, as the table below illustrates.

As the table presents, of the eight players Spurs have recruited throughout this season, six are aged 22 or under, with Dominic Solanke the oldest at 27.

This though, is nothing new, and Sima's potential arrival, coming in from a lower level with very little known about him, is reminiscent of a recent Spurs legend.

Dele Alli signed for Tottenham in January 2015 from Milton Keynes Dons for a reported fee of £5m, still only 18 years old at the time, having made just 88 senior appearances at League One level, scoring 24 goals and providing ten assists for MK.

Well, fair to say this was money well spent, considering Dele would go on to make 269 appearances for Spurs, registering 67 goals and 59 assists, a key member of the Spurs side that regularly finished in the top four and reached a Champions League Final.

Even after his powers began to wane, then-manager José Mourinho described Dele as "very, very important for Tottenham", having become the youngest Englishman to score 50 Premier League goals, as noted by Charlie Eccleshare, Tom Worville and Jack Pitt-Brooke of the Athletic.

In his prime, Dele was comparable to the best Premier League midfielders of all time, simply now seeking to resurrect his career in Italy, having joined Serie A side Como in January.

Nevertheless, Dele proves that a club can find a gem in the transfer market at a low fee and turn them into a star; given that Tottenham might not be in European competition next season, this has to be the strategy, and Sima seemingly fits the bill.

As another young rising star - having even earned comparisons to Arsenal icon Thierry Henry, as per O'Rourke - it certainly bodes well for the impact that the Gambian make, should he be plucked from obscurity.

Tottenham Hotspur are being handed a boost in the chase for a key transfer target also wanted by Man City, with the player said to be considering a move to north London behind-the-scenes.

Tottenham face Nottingham Forest after Europa League triumph

Under-fire Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou was given some rare breathing room after his side put in a dogged display to overcome Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday.

A penalty by Dominic Solanke was eventually enough to send the Lilywhites into their first Europa League semi-final since 1984, with Tottenham showcasing the much-needed mature defensive qualities which they've lacked all campaign.

Postecoglou's future remains in the balance, but the Australian could still make good on his promise of always winning silverware during his second season in charge.

A tough test in Bodo/Glimt awaits Tottenham in the semis, and despite their minnow status, they cannot be taken lightly - having just knocked out Serie A giants Lazio.

"From our perspective, we’ve had a difficult season and I think there’s some reasoning behind that. It was pretty evident that when we've got our strongest team out there, a lot of things we’ve suffered with this year I’m sure we wouldn’t have," said Postecoglou on Tottenham's chances of winning the Europa League.

"The spine of our team, at times we've been missing Vicario, Romero, Van de Ven, Bentancur, Solanke, all of them we've been missing at different times this year.

"We've got the whole group. It's not just them, it's the whole group together. We know that we can be a team that's pretty compelling against anybody. We're in the final four now, so we've given ourselves a chance."

Before their all-important battle against the Norwegians, which could make or break their season, Spurs have two tough Premier League tests in Nottingham Forest and champions elect Liverpool.

Postecoglou will be looking to maintain the positive mood around N17 after their quarter-final triumph, and hopefully not add more top flight defeats to their record after already losing 17 this term.

Hugo Larsson now considering move to Tottenham this summer

Summer transfer targets will also be keeping a keen eye on Tottenham's end to the season, and one of them is believed to be Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Larsson.

The versatile Sweden midfielder is a mainstay for Dino Toppmoller's side, racking up 40 appearances in all competitions, and he's done enough to earn himself a £50 million price tag and interest from Man City (Pete O'Rourke).

However, according to GiveMeSport, the 20-year-old is also a wanted man at Spurs. As per their sources, Larsson is privately considering a move to Tottenham, so he's fully aware of their interest, and it is claimed that Postecoglou's side are now "increasingly confident" they can tempt him to N17 as a result.

Predominantly a defensive midfielder, the Scandinavian starlet has already drawn comparisons with Rodri, and Football Analyst Ben Mattinson believes Larsson is "one of the most exciting talents" to come out of Sweden in recent years.

A young striker likened to Arsenal legend Thierry Henry is in line to leave his club, with Tottenham Hotspur ready to pay "big money" for his services, according to a new report this week.

Ange Postecoglou praises Spurs players after Europa League triumph

Spurs were forced to showcase heroic defending on their best night of the season so far, beating Eintracht Frankfurt 1-0 in Germany on Thursday night to seal their place in the Europa League semi-finals.

Dominic Solanke's penalty, courtesy of James Maddison heroically putting his body on the line to win it, was enough to keep Ange Postecoglou's hopes of winning silverware during his second season in charge well and truly alive.

Spurs face Norwegian minnows Bodo/Glimt in the next round, and are expected to dispatch this year's unlikely semi-final opponents, but anything is possible in tournament football and Postecoglou will be keen to ensure they're not underestimated.

"We can’t get too far ahead of ourselves. We’re in the semi-final and will play a difficult opponent in the semi, but it’s not about my belief in the team," said the Lilywhites boss in a post-match press conference.

"What’s more important is the belief the team has had because after a season like ours, it would be very easy for the players and staff, they could have left me in a pretty vulnerable place in terms of them splintering, but I’ve never felt that (even) with all the noise around our season.

"They’ve been so united in believing in what we’re trying to achieve here and that is what gave me heart all along that if we got our own slice of luck in terms of getting some players back that I really believed this team could achieve.

"That is what keeps driving me. It isn’t so much my belief in them, it’s their belief in what we’re doing and both players and staff have been outstanding. I am the front man for it but they take responsibility for it as well and all my decisions and everything I do, but not at any stage have I felt they lost any belief in me or what we’re doing."

Postecoglou's future is on the line, and his position will very much play a role in Tottenham's transfer plans for the summer.

Tottenham ready to pay "big money" for Gambian sensation Gibril Sima

As per Football Insider, the club are making some plans regardless, with Gambian sensation Gibril Sima now on Tottenham's radar. The teenager is making a name for himself in Africa, drawing comparisons with Henry, and Spurs are willing to pay "big money" for Sima ahead of other European suitors.

That is according to journalist Pete O'Rourke, sharing news for Football Insider that Postecoglou's side are very keen on the centre-forward, alongside Borussia Dortmund and Inter Milan.

His club, Dutch Lions, are resigned to losing Sima amid this interest as well, so it appears he is well and truly in line for a move abroad.

Tottenham Hotspur have some major rebuilding to do if they're to become genuine Premier League title contenders, with two big names now tipped to leave as part of the process.

Tottenham seal Europa League semi-final place after Thursday win

After a hard-fought victory at Eintracht Frankfurt, where Ange Postecoglou's side were forced to dig deep and display truly heroic, last-gasp defending over a dogged showing, Spurs have now booked their place in the Europa League semi-finals.

Dominic Solanke's penalty was enough to hand the Lilywhites a spot in the next round, where they will play fairy tale semi-finalists Bodo/Glimt, after the Norwegian minnows knocked out Lazio on penalties.

Tottenham showcased true professionalism to get the job done on a tough, hostile night in Germany, with Postecoglou's side keeping their nerve on away soil and earning serious praise from their manager.

"Yeah, I'm delighted with many things, super proud of the lads," said Postecoglou after Tottenham's win at Eintracht.

"Going away from home, a quarter-final against a very good side, you know you're going to have to work really hard, be really disciplined, and we needed to score. We had to show the quality we had as well.

"To a man, I just thought they were outstanding, so proud of them. In such a big game, they delivered a performance, and it means we're through to a semi-final. I think over the two legs we deserved to go through. It could have been all over in the first leg, but we earned the right to be in the semi."

Playmaker James Maddison put his body on the line to win Spurs the penalty which ultimately proved decisive, but according to talkSPORT pundit Troy Deeney, the England international is one of four players who could be sacrificed in the transfer market by chairman Daniel Levy.

Troy Deeney says Tottenham could let go of Son Heung-min and James Maddison

As well as Maddison, Deeney believes fellow big-name Son Heung-min could leave Tottenham soon.

The attacking stars, on a combined £260,000-per-week at N17, have both played mainstay roles under Postecoglou - but the pundit believes Spurs' duo may well depart alongside the likes of Richarlison and Yves Bissouma.

"For me, he's done a good job blooding the younger players and giving them the confidence to go and score a lot," said Deeney on talkSPORT this week.

"Brennan Johnson, what is he on, about 16 goals now? I think they're in a transition period, I think you could see the likes of Son [Heung-min] move on. Potentially [James] Maddison, [Yves] Bissouma, Richarlison, these guys will start moving on.

"And then obviously they have a lot of young players like Mikey Moore, but I still think they're a little bit like Chelsea. They need one, maybe two, older pros just to be like, 'We don't do that here, this is how you win things.'

"And that's the bit I think that they're missing."

Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou was gifted a rare bit of breathing room after Spurs' statement performance in the Europa League, but there remains the possibility that he won't be at the helm next season.

Tottenham in Europa League semi-finals after Eintracht Frankfurt win

A penalty from striker Dominic Solanke, who cooly slotted home beyond the Spurs-linked Kaua Santos in Eintracht Frankfurt's goal, ended up being enough for Postecoglou's side to edge into the Europa semi-finals after a hard-fought battle.

Postecoglou earned rare praise after his Lilywhites side put in the dogged, mature display which they've sorely lacked all season - shutting Eintracht out with some truly exceptional defending and putting bodies on the line to preserve Tottenham's slender one-goal advantage.

The atmosphere was hostile right from the off, but while the home crowd did their utmost to unnerve Postecoglou's side in Germany, Spurs kept their cool and booked their place in the next round, where they will face off against unlikely semi-finalists Bodø/Glimt, who knocked out Serie A side Lazio on penalties.

There is a very strong chance that the north Londoners will put Bodø/Glimt's fairy tale Europa League journey to an end and become European finalists for the first time since 2019, but even that might not be enough to save Postecoglou.

The Tottenham boss has been under mounting pressure after an historic low Premier League season, where they've tasted defeat on 17 separate occasions and currently lie 15th in the table.

Reports in the build up to their quarter-final second leg claimed that Postecoglou could be sacked by Tottenham regardless of their Europa League campaign (The Mirror), and Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner is believed to be among the contenders to replace him.

Tottenham have reached out to the representatives of Glasner to express their interest recently, according to media sources in Germany, but face competition from RB Leipzig for the £4.5 million-per-year Palace boss.

Speaking to Tottenham News, pundit John Wenham stated his belief that Glasner would be an "exciting" appointment for Tottenham, above other linked candidates like Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola, Fulham's Marco Silva and Brentford's Thomas Frank.

“He has an aura about him, the way he charges around on the touchline, I quite like him," said Wenham.

"He was flying with Palace last season. I know they made a slow start this season, but they lost some key players. However, since then, he has rebuilt well.

“He has led Palace to an FA Cup semi-final, and he is far more exciting than most names that have been linked. Therefore, he is someone I would be happy for Tottenham to appoint. I think with better players he would excel, and I find him more exciting than Marco Silva or Thomas Frank, to be honest."

The ex-Eintracht boss also guided his former club to Europa League glory in 2022, and is one of the only trophy-winning coaches rumoured to be on Spurs' managerial shortlist.

Tottenham Hotspur technical director Johan Lange is believed to have held recent talks over bringing a "special" player to Spurs, with the Lilywhites showcasing a newly-found interest in his services.

Ange Postecoglou under pressure as Tottenham make plans

Under-fire head coach Ange Postecoglou could depart north London regardless of what happens in Europe (John Cross), leading to chairman Daniel Levy and the board to make contingency plans in the event they sack him.

It has been a lacklustre campaign for the Lilywhites on all fronts, with Postecoglou suffering from a serious lack of player availability midway through the season after an injury crisis swept through the Spurs squad.

This seriously debilitated the 59-year-old's options, but Postecoglou has attracted fierce criticism regardless, as Tottenham endure their worst ever Premier League season, with 17 top flight defeats in total so far.

Tottenham firing Postecoglou after just two years in charge is a very real possibility, with Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola, Fulham's Marco Silva, Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner and Brentford boss Thomas Frank all linked with the job in this past fortnight.

Bournemouth are planning a new contract for Iraola amid Spurs' interest, though, so it is believed the likes of Silva and Frank are becoming more genuine contenders to replace Postecoglou at Tottenham.

Tottenham would also want a new manager as soon as possible, so they could work with their potential fresh appointment on summer transfers ahead of the first window's opening on June 1st (Pete O'Rourke).

However, Lange appears to be making a head start on that himself, according to a fresh report out of Germany this week.

Lange holds Tottenham talks over Eintracht Frankfurt star Kaua Santos

According to Sport Bild, the Dane is taking a firm interest in Eintracht Frankfurt goalkeeper Kaua Santos, following the Brazilian's heroics during Tottenham's Europa League quarter-final first leg clash with the Bundesliga side.

Santos made a series of excellent saves in an overall stunning performance to keep Spurs at bay, impressing on-lookers and the north Londoners themselves, who witnessed his quality first-hand at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Sport Bild report that Lange held Tottenham talks with Eintracht over Santos after their encounter, with the 22-year-old shot-stopper making quite an impression after stepping in for the injured Kevin Trapp this season.

The South American has already been praised for his excellence in-between the sticks, but he won't come cheap, as Sport Bild highlights that Eintracht value him at around £50 million.

“Kaua did very well and showed what we have seen from him in training over the last few weeks and months," said manager Dino Toppmoller.

"He’s a very courageous goalkeeper."

Meanwhile, Santos has also attracted acclaim from his teammates, with defender Robin Koch suggesting he has that unique "special" quality which makes him stand out among goalkeeping peers.

However, while Guglielmo Vicario has come under some fire lately, it is debatable whether Spurs need to splash out that sort of money on a keeper right now.

Newcastle United have now joined the transfer race to sign an “unbelievable” £100 million star this summer, according to a recent report.

Newcastle go six unbeaten with a 5-0 win over Crystal Palace

The Magpies continued to be without manager Eddie Howe for their game against the Eagles, but that wasn’t a problem for the Premier League side, as they blew Palace away with four goals in the first half. The 5-0 win on Wednesday night means it is 12 goals in their last three league games, and assistant manager Jason Tindall believes that is down to the team being “confident”.

Tindall told BBC Match of the Day: “We've got a fantastic squad, and the balance of the team has been great. We've got some players on the bench who can come on the pitch and make a difference. We're confident; we've had a good run of results, and we have to remain level-headed and work hard every day to go out and deliver performances."

The win against Palace has lifted Newcastle to third place in the Premier League, five clear of sixth-place Chelsea. Tindall has now stated that the Magpies have six cup finals to go and secure Champions League football for next season.

"That's where we want to get to. Everybody in the Premier League wants to be in the Champions League. We've experienced it before, and we want more of it,” he told BBC Match of the Day.

"We've got six cup finals now remaining, and we have to stay focused to be able to go out there and deliver the performances we know will help us to get to the Champions League."

Newcastle join Spurs in race to sign £100m Man City star

So as the Magpies close in on returning to Europe’s biggest competition, Howe and co. are beginning to look at potential transfer targets for this summer. According to a report from Spain, Newcastle are looking to sign Jack Grealish from Manchester City but face competition from other Premier League teams.

The report states that the Magpies, as well as Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, have made themselves the main contenders to sign the England international this summer. The 29-year-old is under contract until the summer of 2027, but given he has struggled to become a regular in Pep Guardiola’s team, City are potentially looking to sell him this summer if they receive offers that meet their demands.

This report states that Newcastle see Grealish, who cost City £100 million, as a good player to bolster their options, especially if they secure European football. Both Villa and Spurs have been credited with interest in Grealish before Newcastle, but the Magpies may hope that securing Champions League football can give them the edge in this race, and the fact that he has the same agent as goalkeeper Nick Pope could also help them when securing a transfer.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou is under serious pressure as uncertainty revolves around his future in north London, with chairman Daniel Levy shortlisting multiple candidates to replace the Australian if he departs N17.

Managers linked with Tottenham as Ange Postecoglou timeline shared

According to reports this week, in the event Postecoglou is in fact shown his P45, Spurs would be aiming to bring in a replacement before the first summer transfer window opens on June 1st (Pete O'Rourke).

The Premier League confirmed that there will be two separate windows this year. One will be open from June 1st to June 10th, and the other from June 16th to September 1st - which allows clubs like Man City and Chelsea to sign players before the Club World Cup.

Tottenham apparently aim to take advantage of the early window to sign players for their prospective new head coach (Pete O'Rourke), and it is believed that Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola and Fulham's Marco Silva are their two "top candidates" - even if their clubs will battle to keep them.

Bournemouth owner Billy Foley is attempting to agree a new contract with Iraola to keep him out of Levy's clutches, while Fulham vice-chairman Tony Khan admitted this week that the west Londoners are extremely keen to keep hold of their high-performing manager Silva.

Postecoglou, meanwhile, admitted before Spurs' clash with Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League that he's in the dark about his future.

"No - no idea," said Postecoglou on whether he'll be at Tottenham next season.

"We have a game tomorrow night, but it's not something I need to think about. I've never thought about those things in terms of what is important.

"What is important is the game. That's a massive opportunity for this group of players and this football club to get closer to achieving what everyone wants to achieve. Anything other than that, particularly in terms of me, I don't really have much thought process that thinks about my career or what I'm doing in that way."

Tottenham are on course for their worst ever Premier League campaign to date, after losing 17 top-flight matches, and Postecoglou has attracted fierce criticism throughout 2024/2025 despite the injuries which have depleted his squad.

Tottenham planning to make approach for Brentford boss Thomas Frank

Now, as per TEAMtalk, an update has emerged on their links to Brentford manager Thomas Frank.

The Dane has apparently shot up Levy's managerial target list, following news that Iraola is leaning more towards remaining at the Vitality Stadium for next season.

According to TT's information, Tottenham will ask Frank about replacing Postecoglou if they decide to sack him, and it is also believed that the 51-year-old is ready for the next step in his managerial career after transforming the Bees into a solid Premier League outfit.

Interestingly, his contract also contains a release clause, akin to Iraola and Silva. The cost to bypass negotiations with Brentford and head straight to Frank stands at around £10 million, so Levy would still need to invest significantly in his capture.

Over the last couple of years, Tottenham Hotspur have shifted their attention towards recruiting younger talents to provide quality down the line in North London.

Whilst such a decision has often been unpopular with the supporters, it is the right path to take to finally catapult the club towards Premier League glory in the coming years.

The lack of experience within the side could be partly to blame for their lowly league standing in 2024/25, leading to questions being asked around Ange Postecoglou’s future at the club.

However, the injury crisis has given numerous players the opportunity to thrive within the first-team squad, showcasing to the manager and supporters what they are capable of.

Two players in particular have excelled beyond all imagination in recent months, undoubtedly cementing their place within the senior setup beyond the end of the ongoing campaign.

Bergvall & Moore’s stats for Spurs in 2024/25

Midfielder Lucas Bergvall joined Spurs last summer from Swedish outfit Djurgarden, with many not knowing what to expect from the teenager - but it’s safe to say he’s impressed more than any supporter could’ve imagined.

The now 19-year-old has racked up 42 appearances across all competitions, registering four goal contributions along the way, with his only goal coming against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.

His rise is evident by the supporters' decision to boo manager Postecoglou after substituting the youngster in the second half of their defeat against London rivals Chelsea earlier this month.

As for attacker Mikey Moore, he’s endured a stop-start season with his own injury issues, restricting him to just 16 appearances throughout the ongoing season.

However, in his outings, he’s still managed to make a positive impact, registering his first professional goal in the Europa League triumph over Elsborg back in January.

With the pair being just 19 and 17 respectively, they both have bags of time on their side to develop further, subsequently being joined in North London by a star who could be a bigger wonderkid than the duo.

The Spurs star who could be a bigger wonderkid than Bergvall & Moore

As a result of their investment in the next generation, there is a plethora of youth stars who could make the step-up to Ange’s side throughout 2025/26.

South Korean winger Min-Hyeok Yang is just one of the youngsters brought into the club over the last couple of years, moving to North London from Gangwon FC.

The teenager is currently spending the season on loan at Championship side Queens Park Rangers, notching two goals and one assist in his 12 league outings.

However, centre-back Luca Vuskovic is a player with huge potential to explode onto the scene upon his arrival at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer.

The 18-year-old agreed to move to Spurs back in September 2023 for a reported £12m from Hajduk Split before two loan spells at Radomiak Radom and Westerlo.

He’s currently spending 2024/25 on loan from Split at the latter, starring in Belgium despite his tender age, but not just defensively, with his tally of goals truly sensational.

Vuskovic, who’s been labelled a “monster” by analyst Ben Mattinson, has notched seven goals in the Belgian Pro League - sitting as the club’s second-highest goalscorer.

The Lilywhites have been starved of success within the defensive third this campaign, with the young Croatian able to provide that next season, based upon the figures he’s achieved of late.

He’s won 65% of the tackles he’s entered, whilst also winning 4.1 aerial duels per 90, offering the presence in the air that Ange’s side have desperately lacked in recent months.

Vuskovic’s success doesn’t stop there, making 5.7 recoveries per 90, whilst also making one interception per game, having the tools to slot straight into the club’s backline in 2025/26.

After such a successful spell ahead of his move to North London, it would be a huge mistake not to utilise him in the first team next year, saving the hierarchy millions in the process.

The prospect of the Croatian starring alongside Bergvall and Moore in the side over the next decade is certainly a scary one, with the club certainly setting themselves up for long-term success.

Tottenham chiefs are internally discussing the possibility of appointing a highly-rated alternative to Andoni Iraola, with current boss Ange Postecoglou currently hanging onto his job by a thread after an underwhelming Premier League campaign.

Spurs' managerial shortlist to replace Ange Postecoglou

The Australian has led Spurs to seventeen defeats in the top flight alone, and a total of 21 losses in all competitions, which makes for inexcusable reading from the perspective of a 'big six' side.

There is a serious case to be made that injuries to key players throughout 2024/2025 have really debilitated Postecoglou's options, making it a huge task to make any success of this Premier League campaign, but the sheer number of losses is far too reminiscent of relegation form.

Tottenham's entire campaign is now riding on their Europa League quarter-final second leg away to Eintracht Frankfurt, with the tie currently level 1-1 on aggregate and Postecoglou set for his most important game as manager on Thursday.

As tensions between the fanbase and Spurs ownership reach breaking point, chairman Daniel Levy is under serious pressure, and his next managerial appointment will need to be the right one, if they do indeed decide to part company with Postecoglou.

The arrival of CEO and ex-Arsenal chief Vinai Venkatesham will also play a major role in who they appoint, with the new boardroom member and Levy already having a number of managerial candidates on their agenda.

According to recent reports, Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is a top target for Tottenham, but the Spaniard is now more inclined to snub their advances and remain at the Vitality Stadium for another season (The Telegraph).

This means that Fulham manager Marco Silva is now emerging as a frontrunner for the Spurs job (Alex Crook), but there are other names on Levy's agenda.

Inter Milan's Simone Inzaghi, ex-Borussia Dortmund boss Edin Terzić, free agent Thiago Motta, Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner and Brentford head coach Thomas Frank have all been cited as names to watch out for in the last two months, but an update has surfaced on the latter.

Tottenham internally discuss appointing Thomas Frank

According to GiveMeSport, Tottenham have held internal talks over appointing Frank, who could be another alternative to Iraola, with the 42-year-old increasingly likely to remain at Bournemouth right now.

The Dane guided Brentford to promotion from the Championship in 2021, after beating Swansea City 2-0 in the Play-Off final at Wembley, and Frank hasn't looked back since then.

The 50-year-old has since transformed Brentford into a solid Premier League side, despite operating on a shoe-string budget and losing key players, having taken charge of 311 matches for the Bees overall as a legendary figurehead.

Frank's earned a reputation for being a "class" manager in that period, not to mention gaining the respect of his elite peers, like Man City's Pep Guardiola, who called him "one of the best" in the business.

"They are an extraordinary team," said the City boss.

"What they do always makes sense. Every corner is a headache. They are compact. This season, they have a high press. Thomas is one of the best."