Thomas Frank speaks out on his exit from Spurs and managerial future after being linked with jobs in the Premier League.
Frank has said he won’t be returning to management this summer, but will return eventually. This rules him out of jobs currently available, such as Crystal Palace and Fulham according to Sky Sports.
In the lengthy statement he spoke on Tottenham giving him the chance to step back and reflect his journey so far, while also thanking those who messaged him since he was sacked.
Breaking: Thomas Frank confirms he will not be returning to management this summer and instead continue a break following his time at #Tottenham. “When the time is right, I will look forward to my return as a manager, ready to embrace the job with great energy and dedication…”… pic.twitter.com/mfJiJPEUSM
— Lyall Thomas (@SkySportsLyall) June 5, 2026
He said via the League Managers Association on the 5th of June:
“I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has reached out over the past few months. Your support and encouragement have been greatly appreciated.
“Leaving Tottenham has given me the chance to step back and reflect on my journey so far. Football management is a profession that demands complete commitment every single day, and periods like this are a rare opportunity to assess, learn and gain a fresh perspective.
“From the outside, it may have looked like a time of many challenges at Tottenham when results were not what we wanted. From within, however, it becomes clear why the club is so special – full of talented people who work tirelessly every day. I have no doubt Tottenham has a bright future.
“Football remains a huge part of who I am, and I have chosen to use this time productively. Over the coming months, besides spending time with family and friends, I will continue studying, observing and learning from other leaders both within sport and beyond it.
“I am also looking forward to covering the World Cup for Danish television and the BBC, as well as experiencing the Tour de France. Time away from the touchline is allowing me to broaden my perspective and gather insights that I look forward to bringing into my next challenge.
“There have been conversations and opportunities since leaving Spurs, but I have decided not to rush into the next role. For me, this summer is not the right time to go back into management.
“When the time is right, I will look forward to my return as a manager, ready to embrace the job with great energy and dedication.”
Thomas Frank
Thomas Frank sacked by Tottenham after a run of only 2 wins in 17 league games
Here’s how fans reacted as Thomas Frank speaks out on his Spurs exit and managerial future after being linked with jobs…
@WhiteNoise1879: The Spurs curse takes a while to leave the system. #ffc
@gerrypimm: Well by time #ffc make an appointment it could be Autumn…
@AmbroseBarnaby: I didn’t think he’d be the right fit for us at Fulham something just didn’t feel right for me personally I want Slot
@Bluenose_Andy: He can just enjoy Spurs paying him a huge amount for doing nothing, for longer. Nice work if you can get it.
@RichardRoss_EU: That really is a great shame; Frank would have been a good fit for Fulham. More worrying is Fulham’s lack of preparedness for Silva’s departure, which compares badly with Bournemouth’s swift handling of change
@FulhamTransfer: Thomas Frank not coming back to management this summer takes away Fulham’s safe bet option! It means now they need to take a risk/try to convince a top level coach! Or get a young project manager like McKenna.
@AshGCOYS: Advantage all interested parties.
@supersimmo123: Fulham fans can breathe a sigh of relief! #ffc
@Fulhamflutter: I’m actually glad, he did well in a well structured set up. Clubs like Brentford , Bournemouth and Brighton it doesn’t really matter who the manager is, they’ll be decent. He would fail at Fulham.
@KIFFC1879: I didn’t want him anyways
@GoulderMatt: Crystal Palace and Fulham can breathe easy, Thomas Frank has stated he will not be returning to management this Summer lol
@Spoony86: Glasner or Poch. Only good options. #ffc
@chrisTHFC13: dragging us into a relegation battle was very tiring … man needs some rest
@SimonJudge16: He’s showed a lot of class there. Totally wrong hire but he’s seems like a nice bloke.
@thefilmcritic1: Thank fuck for that! As a Fulham fan I was getting rather concerned 🤣
@flatbillionaire: Can’t wait to see him take his “one thing is for sure we will lose games” mentality to the Belgian league one day
