Tottenham Stars Unhappy After Thomas Frank Changes Pre-Match Plans

The walls already look to be closing in on Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur, and now his dressing room is showing signs of turning against him, according to The Sun.

The pressure has been building on the Dane in the wake of Spurs’ 2-1 defeat against Fulham last weekend, with his side having won just once at home in the Premier League all season – against Burnley in their curtain raiser.

After taking just 18 points from their first 13 games, Spurs are 12th in the table, and supporters have openly vented their frustration. Indeed, there was a tense flashpoint on Saturday when Guglielmo Vicario was booed after his mistake resulted in Fulham’s second goal, leading Frank to declare that those who had jeered “can’t be true fans”.

Tottenham are back in action against Newcastle on Tuesday evening, and before the game, a report emerged claiming that players have become frustrated with Frank’s tactics.

Spurs Players Annoyed With Frank Tinkerking

There is said to be particular annoyance at Frank’s habit of changing tactics, or throwing them out altogether, close to games. This also includes the roles players are given, with the defeat to Paris Saint-Germain one example of a last-minute change.

Frank has even been accused of altering his plans close to kick-off, leaving his side confused about their responsibilities.

The Sun have claimed that “some players” are enjoying working under Frank, but there are concerns he could lose the support of the bulk of his dressing room if results don’t improve in the near future.

In the wake of the defeat against Fulham, the former Brentford boss insisted he retains the support of the club’s hierarchy, but recent statistics are damning, and he is now under pressure to salvage Spurs’ campaign.

Tottenham have won just one of their last seven games across all competitions, including batterings at the hands of arch rivals Arsenal in the Premier League and PSG in the Champions League.

Thomas Frank Must Unify Dressing Room

Frank arrived at Tottenham on the coattails of the popular Ange Postecoglou, tasked with stamping his own authority on the squad. So far, there are no signs that he has succeeded, leaving him in a perilous position.

By sacking the 52-year-old, Spurs would effectively have to admit they made a mistake in removing Postecoglou just weeks after he steered them to Europa League glory, a first trophy in 17 years. At this relatively early stage, they are unlikely to want to do that.

However, Frank must start winning over his dressing room again, and the best way to do that, of course, is to string together several victories. This would help restore confidence and belief, and give supporters a reason to remain patient.

Ironically, Spurs welcome Brentford next weekend, and two victories against Newcastle and Frank’s former club would ease the pressure somewhat. The alternative doesn’t bear thinking about for the under-fire tactician.

Frank Has Tottenham Board Support

Despite the poor recent results, Frank is confident Spurs’ board will stand by him in the long term.