Tottenham Hotspur have relieved Thomas Frank of his duties as head coach after a disappointing spell that left the club languishing in 16th place in the English Premier League.
Spurs issued an official statement on Wednesday confirming the decision, which comes amid growing fan unrest and a prolonged winless streak.
Frank, 52, was appointed in June 2025 on a three-year contract after a successful period with Brentford.
However, his tenure has been marked by inconsistency and a struggle to arrest Tottenham’s slide down the league table.
The club now sit just five points clear of the relegation zone with 13 matches remaining in the campaign.
The final straw for the Spurs hierarchy was Tuesday’s 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle United, the team’s eighth league match without a win this year and their 11th league loss of the season.
Tottenham have managed just two victories in their last 17 Premier League games, their worst run since 2008, intensifying pressure on Frank from supporters and pundits alike.
In a club statement shared on social media, Tottenham acknowledged Frank’s commitment and efforts while explaining the board’s rationale for the move.
“The club has made the decision to make a change in the men’s head coach position and Thomas Frank will leave today,” the statement read.
“Thomas was appointed in June 2025, and we have been determined to give him the time and support needed to build for the future together.
However, results and performances have led the board to conclude that a change at this point in the season is necessary.”
Despite struggling domestically, Frank guided Spurs into the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League, a rare positive in an otherwise underwhelming campaign.
Nevertheless, continued Premier League struggles and repeated calls for his departure from sections of the home crowd ultimately hastened his exit.
Tottenham now face the challenge of appointing an interim or permanent successor ahead of crucial fixtures, including a north London derby against Arsenal later this month, a test that could shape both the immediate future of the club and its bid to avoid relegation.