Tottenham will reportedly turn to either Thomas Frank or Andoni Iraola if they part ways with Ange Postecoglou.
According to a report by Graeme Bailey on TBR Football, Ange Postecoglou continues to face an uncertain future at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Meanwhile, the North London giants have multiple options on their wishlist to pursue as a replacement if they part ways with the Australian tactician in the coming weeks. So, Thomas Frank and Andoni Iraola have emerged as targets for Tottenham.
The rise of Thomas Frank and Andoni Iraola in the Premier League
Thomas Frank has been one of the most highly-rated managers in the Premier League for several years. The Dane rose in prominence after guiding Brentford to the top flight for the first time in the Premier League era in 2021. Since then, the Bees have established themselves as mainstays in the first division.
Frank’s tactics have been critical to Brentford’s success, and his progress has piqued the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe. As for Andoni Iraola, the Spaniard is still a relative novice in the Premier League, recently completing 18 months with Bournemouth.
The Cherries have gone from strength to strength under Iraola, and they are one of the dark horses to clinch a top-four finish this season. So, it is hardly surprising that the Spanish tactician has seen his stock soar in the last 18 months. The two Premier League managers feature on Tottenham Hotspur’s wishlist.
What next?
Tottenham Hotspur’s interest in Thomas Frank and Andoni Iraola is understandable. Ange Postecoglou is on thin ice at the North London club, and the EFL Cup semi-final against Liverpool might be crucial to his future. While the Australian manager has talked a big game, his charges have struggled this season and are languishing in the 12th spot in the Premier League standings.
So, several candidates, including Simone Inzaghi, have emerged on Tottenham’s radar. However, Frank and Iraola are also viable targets for the North London outfit as they plan for life after Postecoglou.
The Tottenham manager has been bullish about winning a trophy this season. However, those chances will considerably decrease if the North London outfit cannot beat Liverpool in the EFL Cup semi-finals. So, it will be interesting to see what the future has in store for him.
