Tottenham Hotspur have begun their search for a new manager after sacking Thomas Frank following an 8-month tenure that ended with a 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle. The club sits in 16th place, just five points above the relegation zone, with the Champions League knockout stages still to navigate. Sources tell ESPN that Spurs are targeting an interim manager until the end of the 2025-26 season before appointing a permanent successor.

Mauricio Pochettino emerges as the frontrunner, with the Argentine coach's contract with the USMNT expiring after this summer's World Cup. Pochettino previously led Spurs to the 2019 Champions League final and remains highly regarded among the fanbase. Roberto De Zerbi is also in contention after leaving Marseille, while Marco Silva could be available when his Fulham contract expires. Oliver Glasner will be leaving Crystal Palace this summer after winning the FA Cup, and Andoni Iraola remains linked with the role after rejecting Spurs last summer.

Former Tottenham striker Robbie Keane is also under consideration, though his limited managerial experience at Ferencváros and Maccabi Tel-Aviv makes him a long shot. The club's decision will be crucial as they attempt to reverse their fortunes and compete on multiple fronts.