Aksel Kryhlmand
He’s a great guy. I was lucky enough to work with him at the Euros with the BBC, he deserves a shot at a club chasing trophies
The Premier League’s managerial merry-go-round has taken another sharp turn and one of English football’s most respected voices has weighed in. As Thomas Frank settles into his new role as head coach of Tottenham Hotspur, following the abrupt sacking of Ange Postecoglou, Alan Shearer has delivered both praise and a pointed warning.
“He Deserves This Chance“
Shearer, speaking to Betfair, didn’t hide his admiration for the Danish manager, calling his work at Brentford “unbelievable.” From guiding the West London club into the Premier League to turning them into a consistent mid-table outfit despite a limited budget and high player turnover, Frank’s reputation as one of English football’s sharpest tacticians is well-earned.
He’s a great guy. I was lucky enough to work with him at the Euros with the BBC, he deserves a shot at a club chasing trophies.
Indeed, Frank’s three-year contract with Spurs is testament to his growing stature. But with that promotion comes scrutiny, and Shearer made it clear that this is not just a step up, it’s a transformation.
A Vastly Different Environment
Where Brentford offered a tight-knit, process-driven culture with manageable expectations, Tottenham presents a stark contrast. A demanding fanbase, headline-making chairman Daniel Levy, and years of unfulfilled promise have made the job one of the most high-pressure in England.
He’s walking into a hugely different environment in terms of how the club is run,” Shearer warned. “It’ll be fascinating to see how it works out.
That environment also includes high-profile names, a global spotlight, and a notoriously volatile hierarchy. Frank inherits a squad in flux and a club still emotionally rattled from sacking Postecoglou just days after Europa League success.
The Postecoglou Fallout
Shearer also commented on Spurs’ decision to sack Postecoglou, a coach who delivered the club’s first European trophy in over 30 years despite an injury-ravaged campaign. The decision, he suggested, was not just harsh, it was bewildering.
He promised a trophy, delivered one, and still got the sack. It shows you how brutal this game can be.
Despite Spurs’ fourth-from-bottom league finish, Shearer insisted the broader context, including Champions League qualification and injury chaos, made Postecoglou’s dismissal “surprising” and “crazy.”
What’s Next for Frank?
Frank is expected to bring key staff from Brentford and has reportedly been handed influence over transfers. Early decisions may include moves for Bryan Mbeumo and potential reinforcements in midfield and defense.
While Spurs fans have embraced the appointment with cautious optimism, Shearer’s comments serve as a reminder: managing Tottenham comes with risks few jobs in football can match.
“I hope he does really well — but it won’t be easy,” Shearer concluded.
The real test begins in August.