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Tottenham face a Premier League showdown against Brentford on Saturday, and Thomas Frank could experience further misery.

Spurs rescued a point against Newcastle in midweek with a 2-2 draw at St James’ Park, although the narrative at home is completely different.

Only Wolves have a worse record on home turf than Tottenham, who were beaten 2-1 by Fulham last weekend.

Thomas Frank will be desperate to alter that complexion, and fast, but his former club will be fuelled to secure all three points.

Igor Thiago can haunt Thomas Frank

Frank left Brentford to join Tottenham in June after seven years at the club, and since then, the Dane has been placed under increasing pressure.

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He’s found out that, with raised expectations, comes less patience from the fanbase, and he’s experienced that in recent weeks.

Fans were rightfully annoyed that Tottenham failed to register a shot on target in the first half for the fourth successive match, with many criticising Frank’s style of football.

But it could get worse for the 52-year-old this weekend, as he comes up against the in-form Igor Thiago, the clinical striker he signed from Club Brugge in 2024.

Thiago has plundered 11 goals in 14 Premier League games this term, with only Manchester City’s Erling Haaland beating that record.

The 24-year-old is finally showcasing his goalscoring powers, something Frank rarely saw at Brentford, as he spent most of the 2024/25 campaign sidelined with injuries.

Tottenham want Igor Thiago

While the Brazilian could haunt Frank this weekend and push him closer to the sack, it’s unsurprising that Spurs have shown an interest in Thiago.

The Lilywhites have reportedly opened talks to sign the clinical centre-forward, and that will be music to many supporters who have watched their side struggle in front of goal.

Frank has also previously hailed Thiago as ‘exciting’, while picking out some of his key attributes that could flourish in North London.

“We are ahead of the curve. We have signed a key player for a key position. Thiago is a very exciting striker who fits the role in our team,” the manager said.

“He is hard working and a very good pressing player. He is also a physical presence, very good in the box and can link the play. He’s progressing well in the Belgian league, so there is big potential and we are looking forward to seeing him in a red and white shirt.”

Tottenham predicted XI vs Brentford: Thomas Frank axes two regulars to save his job

Tottenham face Brentford on Saturday afternoon as they look to get back to winning ways in the Premier League.

Cristian Romero somehow scored twice in spectacular fashion as Tottenham rescued a 2-2 draw at Newcastle on Tuesday evening.

However, the Lilywhites are now winless in five games across all competitions and have dropped down to 11th in the Premier League.

The North London side needs to turn around their form very quickly to avoid being cut adrift in the Champions League race.

Thomas Frank set to make drastic Tottenham changes

Frank’s future at Tottenham remains in doubt, and he could be set to make some big changes to his starting line-up for the Brentford game.

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It will be the first time the Dane has faced his former club on 6 December, and he will want to avoid serious ridicule with a negative result.

Rodrigo Bentancur was abysmal against Newcastle and will likely be dropped to the bench by Frank, along with fellow central midfielder Pape Matar Sarr.

The Uruguayan lost possession nine times at St James’ Park and failed to create anything significant with his 38 successful passes and 58 touches, via Sofascore.

That will allow Joao Palhinha to return to the starting line-up, as well as Archie Gray, who was superb against Paris Saint-Germain in Tottenham’s recent Champions League game.

Elsewhere, Micky van de Ven will surely return in the centre of defence, with Kevin Danso dropping out of the team.

With Dominic Solanke still out, Frank will be forced to stick with Randal Kolo Muani up front.

Pape Matar Sarr was poor against Newcastle

Sarr struggled in the centre of midfield away at Newcastle, and it is time for Frank to give someone else a chance.

Tottenham have had big problems creating chances in recent games, and the Senegalese international is part of the reason why.

Away at St James’ Park, Sarr didn’t complete a single dribble and gave the ball away 11 times in total.

He also only racked up 0.07 expected assists, proving that he is not providing the creative spark that Spurs desperately need.

Not only that, it could save Frank’s job.

Paul Merson believes that Thomas Frank’s brave response to Tottenham fans booing Guglielmo Vicario won’t have done him any favours amid growing sack pressure.

Vicario was booed during Tottenham’s last home game, which came in a loss against Fulham on Saturday, after the goalkeeper gifted Harry Wilson a goal.

The defeat has only made things worse, and Frank is under pressure to get results at Spurs, with rumours flying around about who could replace him next.

Tottenham’s style of play under Frank has been criticised, as concerns are mounting over whether the Dane is the man to lead the Lilywhites forward in the long term.

Merson has claimed that Frank’s comments on the Vicario situation will be considered “unacceptable” by Spurs fans, and fears things could now turn sour very quickly at N17.

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Paul Merson says Thomas Frank is in ‘severe trouble’ at Tottenham

Tottenham face Brentford next in the Premier League, in a home game that could prove pivotal for Frank‘s future at the Lilywhites.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has not been a place where fans have enjoyed going to this season, as most of Spurs’ success has come on the road.

While looking ahead to Spurs’ next match, former Arsenal midfielder Merson thinks Frank is in bother, regardless of whether he manages to turn results around or not.

Merson said, as quoted by Sportskeeda: “I think Thomas Frank is in trouble, severe trouble. And it has nothing to do with the results.

“What he said about Spurs fans not being ‘real’ because they booed Guglielmo Vicario isn’t something that will go down well with the club’s supporters. That comment will be unacceptable for any Spurs fan.

“It can quickly become a toxic environment.”

Frank simply can’t lose any of the next three games

With pressure increasing both on and off the field, Frank needs to really make a statement against Brentford.

Not only that, but Tottenham’s next three games are all winnable, and they come before fixtures start to get arguably more difficult.

A loss in any of the next three matches could be detrimental to Frank’s chances of staying at N17.

It seems like Joe Lewis and Co. want to back the head coach, but candidates have been shortlisted just in case things carry on the way they are.

Tottenham to rectify ‘biggest mistake’ with Conor Gallagher loan signing as Atletico Madrid open exit door

Tottenham could make their interest in Conor Gallagher count this winter as an Atletico Madrid exit looks increasingly likely.

Gallagher has been linked to Tottenham in the past, as his Chelsea exit in 2024 sparked reported interest from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The Englishman has done well in LaLiga, but Gallagher could soon leave Atletico for Tottenham as his time appears to be up in the Spanish capital.

Spurs have shown interest in Gallagher ahead of the January window after their midfield struggles so far this season under Thomas Frank.

It looks as if Atletico Madrid want to get rid of Gallagher next month, with the Lilywhites potentially set to take advantage.

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Atletico Madrid tell Conor Gallagher he can leave

A deal for Gallagher fell through at Tottenham before his Spanish switch, so interest is bound to be on the cards in the coming weeks.

The Englishman provides box-to-box qualities and an industrious nature that has been missing from North London so far this campaign.

Frank has struggled to select a positive midfield pairing, with Joao Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur coming under scrutiny for a lack of mobility.

The Dane could look to add to his options this winter, with his interest bound to be piqued by Atletico telling Gallagher he can go.

That is according to former scout Bryan King, who has suggested a loan move to N17 could be on the cards for the Englishman in January.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, King said: “He’s been told by Atletico that he’s not part of their plans.

“Spurs should have signed him when he left Chelsea, that was their biggest mistake.

“If he becomes available either on loan or on a permanent deal, he would certainly do well.

“By the time they get him in, there’s a fair chance that Maddison will be back, and I think when they’ve played for England together over the years, they’ve always done well.

“That kind of quality, you’ve got to be looking for. I think he would jump at coming back because of next year’s World Cup.

“I think he’ll come back on loan, a similar deal to Jack Grealish at Everton, but I would pay £30m for him, if Atletico would agree to that.“

Gallagher could transform Tottenham beyond January

Spurs may have younger midfield assets like Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Pape Sarr in their ranks, but Frank doesn’t seem to be fully trusting.

The trio all have positive experience in the Premier League, but aren’t yet up to whatever it is the Danish head coach wants to see.

If Gallagher comes in, he would undoubtedly represent a regular starter and, with his aggressive nature, could be exactly what the Lilywhites are missing right now.

Tottenham this season have been too nice and too easy to beat, so pairing the dynamism of the Englishman with someone like Palhinha could be transformational.

Tottenham star Mikey Moore’s injury at Rangers has come at an unfortunate time.

Tottenham loaned Moore to Scottish Premiership side Rangers with the intention of continuing his development plan.

At first, Spurs were urged to recall Moore after a rocky start to life in Scotland.

However, the left winger has blossomed, along with the rest of the Rangers squad, since Danny Rohl replaced Russell Martin as manager.

But as it normally is with football, injury struck when Moore least expected it.

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Mikey Moore’s injury deemed ‘frustrating’

Tottenham have been hit with several injuries this season, which is no different to the last period under Ange Postecoglou.

And it seems Moore is Spurs through and through after sustaining a muscle injury last month.

The versatile winger is expected to be sidelined until late December in a turn of events that Tottenham expert and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham has described as unfortunate.

“There are a lot of games, two, three games a week, and he would have been playing all of those,” Wenham exclusively told Tottenham News.

“He’s happily scored, and his confidence is higher. The fans are behind him. So it’s particularly frustrating that this has happened, but that’s part of football.”

How was Mikey Moore performing before his injury?

Moore had a slow start to life in the Scottish Premiership, but revealed his best self in the days leading up to his injury.

Moore has been excellent on the eye-test also, gliding past defenders with ease and creating ample chances for his teammates.

Rangers undoubtedly looked like the better team with Moore causing chaos on the wing.

With around a month on the sidelines, it’ll be difficult for the Spurs star to reestablish himself in Rohl’s side.

But given the liquid gold talent running through his veins, there’s no doubt that Moore has what it takes to rise to the occasion.

Tottenham have made their transfer strategy of signing younger players has been no secret in recent years.

Thomas Frank has always utilised younger players in his management career, with Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray benefiting from that this season.

The CIES Football Observatory recently named Gray and Bergvall as two of the most valuable teenagers in the world, with a combined worth of £106million.

Tottenham could spend big again in January, yet there has been little talk about players being sold.

Tottenham to make millions in profit

Dan Plumley admitted that Spurs could use the strategy perfectly to make millions in the future.

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Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, the football finance expert admitted that Gray and Bergvall definitely fit into the category of players who could create massive profits.

“That’s certainly part of what you’re looking for,” Plumley said.

“That’s not risk-free, and we’ve spoken about that with a lot of players.

“You are taking a risk on signing younger players, with a view to potential, and hopefully selling them for much more than you bought them for if they realise that potential.

“Spurs have got a couple there that may work out in that way, but it’s not without that risk, and it’s one of those, again, that are strategic decisions by a club.

“There is certainly a financial benefit to buying cheap when players are younger and potentially confirming a big sell-on further down the line.

“You would put Gray and Bergvall in that bracket to have that in the future.”

How have Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall performed?

It speaks volumes that Tottenham fans continue to be disappointed with Rodrigo Bentancur and Joao Palhinha, rather than others in midfield.

Bergvall continues to shine frequently, yet it was Gray who caught the eye against Paris Saint-Germain.

The young England international has played in several positions since signing from Leeds for £30million, including central defence and right back, as well as his preferred midfield role.

That versatility will see him continue to grow, and it may not be long until some of the world’s biggest clubs are sniffing around Gray and Bergvall.

Thomas Frank is currently under big pressure at Tottenham and he has not been helped by the constant injury issues in his squad.

Cristian Romero was the hero as Tottenham salvaged a 2-2 draw away at Newcastle United on Tuesday night.

However, Spurs are now five games without a win across all competitions and have dropped down to 11th in the Premier League.

Frank’s future at Tottenham remains in doubt and he will have to turn the North London side’s form around if he is to save his job.

Dominic Solanke and Dejan Kulusevski are not close to a return

Tottenham host Brentford on Saturday as they look to get back to winning ways in the Premier League.

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Of course, it will be the first time Frank has faced his former club since making the summer switch to North London, and the Dane will be desperate to prove that he made the right decision.

However, Spurs have suffered another injury setback ahead of the game, with Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke still nowhere near returning to first-team action.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference ahead of the Brentford clash, Frank revealed that he still has no update on the pair’s fitness.

When asked about Kulusevski and Solanke, Frank said: “When they are ready to be close to joining the squad, then I will provide an update.”

Thomas Frank will be furious with Tottenham medical team

Kulusevski has been out of action for Tottenham since last May, as he picked up a knee injury in the penultimate game of the 2024-25 Premier League season.

Now, almost seven months later, the Swedish international seems no closer to a return, and there has been very little communication about his fitness.

Solanke has also faced injury issues, but the Lilywhites opted not to address a persistent ankle injury over the summer, with the striker pressing on without surgery.

Just two months into the new season, the England international went under the knife to fix the problem for good, leaving Spurs with a lack of depth up front.

With both Solanke and Kulusevski still out of action, Frank must be furious with the Tottenham medical team and will surely be questioning their decision-making and methods.

Tottenham fans told to watch out for ‘ridiculous’ star who can’t stop scoring

Tottenham youth star Armend Muslika could be the next rising wonder under Thomas Frank over the next couple of seasons.

Tottenham is home to several rising talents courtesy of their booming academy.

Players like Tynan Thompson and Luca Williams-Barnett stand out from the rest, while striker Dane Scarlett was subbed on in Spurs’ 4-0 win over Copenhagen in the UEFA Champions League.

Indeed, fans have several players to look out for and should be keeping their eyes peeled for another star climbing the academy ranks.

Armend Muslika’s goalscoring is remarkable

Tottenham have several youngsters with a knack for goals, including Ashiah Haughton-Sinclair, whose goalscoring has drawn Harry Kane comparisons.

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However, Muslika’s efforts these last couple of seasons have gone under the radar.

The 18-year-old is also renowned for his free-kick ability, much like Tottenham star Kevin Danso’s specialist throw-ins.

Given his goalscoring output as a central midfielder, Tottenham expert and Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham believes he’s one for fans to keep tabs on.

“I just want to mention Muslika, who is basically scoring every single game for the under-18s now,” Wenham exclusively told Tottenham News.

“He’s gone a little bit under the radar so far, but he’s now scoring these ridiculous free kicks. He looks like a really good prospect that is one of those that hasn’t been spoken about or not, but is massively coming through the radar now.

“And I think he’s maybe the second top scorer in the Under-18 division as a midfielder, not even as a striker. So, really impressive. I think he plays for Albania at the youth level as well. So, fingers crossed he keeps developing, but he’s one that’s definitely caught my eye in recent weeks.”

Who is Armend Muslika?

The central midfielder joined Spurs’ academy at the age of 13 and has impressed ever since.

After a successful 2024/25 season, he stepped up to make his Under-18s debut on the final day of the season at West Bromwich Albion. He has since been one of the brightest stars this season.

This level of goalscoring from a central midfielder is a rare asset to have and if coached correctly, Muslika could become an important player for Spurs from here on out.

Brennan Johnson has an incredible record against Brentford which could help save Thomas Frank’s job at Tottenham.

Spurs have been on a terrible run of form lately, and it took a magical overhead kick from Cristian Romero to save them a point at St. James’ Park in the week.

However, this has not relieved pressure on Frank at Tottenham, who are now five Premier League matches without a win.

Spurs’ home form has been continuously criticised within this run, with the North London club having just three league wins at their stadium in 2025 to date.

Therefore, their upcoming tie against Brentford could be make or break for Frank as he faces his former club.

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Brennan Johnson has scored in his last two games against Brentford

Johnson has struggled at Tottenham this season, only starting six times in the Premier League.

His early-season form has now died off, and the Welsh international is now more commonly seen from the bench.

However, with Tottenham often struggling for an attacking outlet at home, the attacker could now be the answer to Frank’s prayers.

In his last two appearances against the Bees, Johnson has found the net. The most recent came in Tottenham’s 3-1 victory over Brentford last season.

Therefore, with Frank in a position that could see his job become untenable with a defeat, he simply must play the attacker.

Johnson could end up saving Frank’s job if they win, especially if he finds the net once again in the match.

What are Johnson’s stats to date?

In the Premier League, Johnson does have poor stats this season, according to Fotmob on 4 December.

The Welshman has only completed 69.6 per cent of his passes, while also only creating 0.81 chances per match.

However, one thing he is good at is scoring, netting once every 0.32 games.

With Tottenham struggling to find forwards who will provide goals on a consistent basis, Frank must look to recall Johnson to provide this.

Tottenham host Brentford in the Premier League on Saturday, with Thomas Frank coming up against his former club for the first time.

Frank left Brentford to join Tottenham in June, after seven years in the dugout at Brentford, where he established the Bees as a consistent top-flight side.

Since moving to North London, the Dane has been placed under increased pressure, with the aim of Champions League football, and they’re currently struggling for consistency.

Tottenham salvaged a 2-2 draw against Newcastle on Tuesday night, and that left them 11th in the Premier League table, four points behind fifth-place Crystal Palace ahead of their showdown with Brentford.

Ian Wright disagrees with Gary Neville’s Tottenham vs Brentford prediction

It will be an emotional occasion for Frank when he comes up against his former club, although there is no room for sentiment.

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Spurs have failed to register a shot on target in the first half of their last four games, with supporters questioning whether the 52-year-old is the right fit for the job.

Jamie Carragher also criticised Tottenham’s attack on the Stick to Football podcast, in which Gary Neville and Ian Wright gave contrasting predictions.

“We’ll go Tottenham win. 2-1 Tottenham,” Neville said on behalf of himself and Carragher.

But Arsenal legend Wright wasn’t convinced the Lilywhites could beat Brentford and forecasted a 2-1 defeat on Frank’s reunion.

“I think, bro, I think Brentford gets something simply because of who it is. You’ve got to factor that in,” he said.

“It’s their old manager. He didn’t take a couple of the players who he promised that I’m going to take if I get to Tottenham, I’ll take you with me. He’ll take them.”

Tottenham’s miserable home record

It’s been a miserable time at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium since Frank took charge, with Spurs only winning one of their seven home matches this term.

As it stands, only Wolves have a worse home record in 2025/26 than Tottenham, and that must improve for Frank to celebrate Champions League qualification come May.

To do that, Spurs must take their foot off the gas and attack with purpose, instead of giving the away side encouragement by being slow and methodical with their passing.

Fulham beat Tottenham 2-1 last weekend by exploiting their weaknesses defensively and hitting them on the counter. Brentford will aim to do similar on Saturday, though it’s down to the manager to stop that.