The pressure is mounting on Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank as he prepares his side for a crucial Champions League encounter with Borussia Dortmund, despite receiving no assurances over his long-term future at the club.
Frank Insists on Backing Amid Intense Scrutiny
Thomas Frank maintains he still has the support of the Tottenham hierarchy, even as discussions are understood to have taken place about ending his tenure after just seven months in charge. This follows a dismal run of form, with just one win in eight games and eight defeats in 14.
The atmosphere turned toxic during Saturday's 2-1 home loss to West Ham, where fans chanted "you're getting sacked in the morning" at the Danish coach. However, Frank revealed he had lunch on Monday with chief executive Vinai Venkatesham, sporting director Johan Lange, and Nick Beucher, the son-in-law of co-owner Vivienne Lewis.
"I've just been feeling the trust along the way," Frank stated ahead of Tuesday's European fixture. "I've said that at every press meeting, that there is backing and support."
Guehi Expresses Relief After £20m City Switch
In transfer news, England defender Marc Guehi has completed a £20 million move from Crystal Palace to Manchester City. The 25-year-old centre-back, who was close to joining Liverpool last year, could have left as a free agent in the summer, but City moved early to address a defensive injury crisis.
"It's a relief," Guehi admitted. "I'm very proud and very excited to get started. This move feels like the culmination of all the hard work I have put into my career. I am now at the best club in England and part of an unbelievable squad of players."
Jesus Offers Support to Struggling Arsenal Teammate
Meanwhile, at Arsenal, striker Gabriel Jesus has thrown his support behind fellow forward Viktor Gyokeres, who has managed only eight goals since his arrival at the Emirates. Jesus, who missed 11 months with a cruciate ligament injury, is poised for a Champions League start against Inter Milan on Tuesday, potentially replacing Gyokeres.
"I have been in the position like Viktor is in now and it is not easy," Jesus said. "But I am sure that everyone here – not only the coach, the staff, the players as well – is going to support him and give him the belief that he is here to help us."
Brighton's Teenage Sensation Rescues Point
In Premier League action, 18-year-old Charalampos Kostoulas scored a spectacular stoppage-time overhead kick to earn Brighton a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth. Seagulls boss Fabian Hurzeler was full of praise for the teenage star's moment of brilliance, which cancelled out a controversial Marcus Tavernier penalty.
"A great goal, but in the end we all prefer to win these type of games," Hurzeler commented. "He has the skill to do these kind of things, we know it. Now it's about doing the other things well."
The Champions League takes centre stage on Tuesday, with Tottenham's clash against Dortmund in north London taking on added significance for Frank's future. Arsenal travel to face Serie A leaders Inter Milan, while Manchester City visit Bodo/Glimt. In the Championship, leaders Coventry host Millwall.
