A gloomy Sunday at the City Ground only added to the growing sense of unease around Tottenham, but behind the scenes, the club’s leadership appear determined not to panic.
Despite a painful 3-0 loss to Nottingham Forest, Spurs are believed to be standing firmly behind manager Thomas Frank as he tries to steady a wobbling season.
A Defeat That Raised More Questions Than Answers
Tottenham never really looked comfortable against Forest, and things unravelled early after a costly error from young midfielder Archie Gray gifted the hosts the opening goal.
From there, the afternoon went from bad to worse, with Callum Hudson-Odoi grabbing his second and Ibrahim Sangaré thundering in a long-range strike to seal a comprehensive home win.
After the final whistle, Frank admitted there were no quick solutions on the table, describing the scale of the challenge ahead as anything but straightforward.
Boardroom Backing Remains Firm
Despite the growing noise outside the club, The Athletic reports that Tottenham’s hierarchy still see Frank as the right man to turn things around.
A source close to the Lewis family, who are the club’s majority shareholders, suggested that the Danish coach will be given the time he needs to implement changes following internal talks about his future.
For now, there is no appetite for another swift managerial change.
How Frank Ended Up in the Hot Seat
Frank arrived in north London over the summer after Ange Postecoglou was abruptly dismissed, just weeks after guiding Spurs to Europa League success.
While that decision shocked many, it followed a miserable domestic campaign that saw Tottenham finish a worrying 17th in the Premier League.
Tempted away from Brentford, Frank’s early days at Spurs were encouraging.
The team lost just once in all competitions up until mid-October, offering hope that stability was returning.
Fan Frustration Was Brewing Early
Even during that initial run, discontent among supporters was quietly growing.
Performances were often flat, and home form in particular failed to convince.
As results dipped further, frustrations spilled over into the stands.
Goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario found himself on the receiving end of boos last month after an error against Fulham, highlighting how quickly patience has worn thin.
Carragher Points the Finger at Vicario
Following Sunday’s defeat, Jamie Carragher didn’t hold back in his analysis, singling out Vicario for criticism after Hudson-Odoi’s first goal.
According to Carragher, the issue went beyond playing out from the back.
He pointed out that Vicario was using his weaker foot and accused the goalkeeper of regularly shifting blame onto others when goals go in, arguing that responsibility for the opener rested squarely with him rather than Archie Gray.
Signs of Friction Behind the Scenes
Concerns aren’t limited to what’s happening on the pitch.
Tensions appear to be bubbling over in the dressing room too.
Djed Spence and Micky van de Ven have both been seen showing visible frustration with Frank at different moments, while Pedro Porro was reportedly involved in a heated exchange with Lucas Bergvall following the Fulham defeat.
These flashes of discord have only added to the sense that Spurs are struggling to find unity during a difficult spell.
Frank Faces the Storm Head-On
Speaking to BBC Sport after the Forest loss, Frank was candid about the emotions he’s dealing with.
He described the performance as “burning” and “annoying,” admitting that keeping his feelings in check is a constant battle.
He stressed the importance of staying calm, delivering clear messages to players, and being brutally honest about where the team stands.
While acknowledging it was a “very bad performance,” Frank reiterated that meaningful change will take time — even if that’s not what fans want to hear right now.
So, Where Do Spurs Go From Here?
With boardroom backing intact but pressure mounting from all sides, Tottenham now face a defining period.
Results need to improve, performances must become more convincing, and Frank has to prove that patience will pay off.
The next few matches could go a long way in determining whether Spurs’ faith in their manager is rewarded — or whether the noise around the club grows even louder.
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