The club paid a £10 million fee to release Frank from his contract with Brentford, which still had two years left to run. Frank has a proven track record of managing teams with limited budgets, helping Brentford establish themselves in the Premier League.

During his four-year stint at Brentford, Frank guided the team to the Premier League via the Championship playoffs in 2021. They finished the most recent campaign in 10th place, a respectable achievement considering their modest budget.

However, Tottenham's poor domestic performance this season has raised concerns. The team finished 17th in the league, a significant drop from their usual standards. Chairman Daniel Levy decided to replace Postecoglou, despite his success in the Europa League.

Postecoglou led Spurs to their first major trophy in 17 years by winning the Europa League, but his tenure was short-lived. He was sacked just 16 days after the victory, highlighting the pressure and expectations surrounding the club.

Thomas Frank's appointment marks a new era for Tottenham Hotspur, and it remains to be seen how he will navigate the challenges of managing a team with high expectations.