The Athletic FC Podcast New manager, new players, new... Spurs?
Jul 23, 2025
Jay Harris, a Tottenham Hotspur writer for The Athletic, and Seb Stafford-Bloor, a fellow writer, delve into the transformative Thomas Frank era at Spurs. They discuss the excitement surrounding new signings like Mohammed Kudus and the potential arrival of Morgan Gibbs-White, including the emotional fallout and tactical implications of these transfers. The duo emphasizes the challenges of integrating young talents into the squad and the need for patience as Spurs aim to reshape their team dynamics in a competitive league.
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Thomas Frank's Tactical Approach
- Thomas Frank emphasizes strong defense and set piece proficiency for Spurs' success.
- His tactics include high pressing with midfielders and dynamic wingers for attacking variety.
Pragmatism Defines Frank's Management
- Thomas Frank is pragmatic, adapting his style to what best suits his team's needs.
- He balances smart tactical flexibility instead of rigid ideology.
Spurs' Flexible Attacking Options
- Spurs have multiple attacking options for different formations with several players able to play number 10 roles.
- Frank is experimenting to find the best attacking combination starting with Kudus and Solanke.