Tottenham Hotspur are now seriously weighing up a move for an \u201cincredible\u201d manager to replace Thomas Frank after Saturday\u2019s 2-1 home defeat to Fulham.<\/p>\n
Frank\u2019s future under threat after another home loss
\nSpurs\u2019 worrying home form continued, with Fulham handing them a third defeat in four league matches. The lack of creativity, especially in the first half, will have been a major concern, and it isn\u2019t the first time this season the team have struggled going forward. Spurs produced an xG of just 0.07 against Arsenal in the North London derby \u2014 the lowest recorded by any Premier League side this season.<\/p>\n
With only one home league win to his name, pressure is growing on Frank, and Jamie O\u2019Hara has already questioned whether the Dane is the right man for the job. As a result, ENIC and the board have begun exploring alternatives, and a report in Spain claims Tottenham are seriously considering Barcelona legend Xavi. The club may act if results do not improve by the end of next month.<\/p>\n
Xavi, 45, has been out of work since his Barcelona exit in May 2024 and is attracting interest from the Premier League, with Manchester United also looking at him as a possible option. Spurs have not yet made contact but intend to do so if things don\u2019t pick up soon.<\/p>\n
\u201cIncredible\u201d Xavi emerges as a strong candidate
\nPraised as \u201cincredible\u201d by Pep Guardiola, Xavi brings experience at the highest level, having guided Barcelona to the 2022\u201323 La Liga title and winning eight trophies in total. Known for his attacking 4-3-3 setup, he offers far more proven success than Frank, who has yet to win silverware.<\/p>\n
With Tottenham\u2019s attacking displays falling well below expectations, Xavi is viewed as a strong potential successor, and Frank\u2019s position appears increasingly fragile.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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