Thomas Frank Sunderland Premier League managerial candidacy, Digi Mart USA News: Thomas Frank may be on his way back to the Premier League, although a return to English football would not necessarily mean a move to Sunderland. The former Tottenham manager is reportedly among the names on the club’s list of possible replacements should Sunderland decide to dismiss head coach Regis Le Bris.
According to the report, there is considerable doubt over whether Frank is the right man for the job. Sunderland has made a difficult start to the Premier League season and sits at the bottom of the table after nine matchdays.
That has raised questions about Le Bris’s future, although the Frenchman still reportedly retains support following his work last season.
Former Sunderland employee Mick Brown told Football Insider that Frank is on the club’s radar but is unlikely to be among the outright favorites. Frank was dismissed by Tottenham in February after a disappointing spell as manager.
He managed 38 matches for the London club, winning 13 across all competitions.
Brown said Frank’s successful period at Brentford still counts in his favor, but that the Tottenham record raises concerns. He suggested Sunderland should consider other options if it decides to change managers.
Reports also indicate there is a sense that Sunderland would prefer to stick with Le Bris and is in no hurry to make a decision.
Frank has also reportedly been linked with other vacancies or potential vacancies since leaving Tottenham. According to Football Insider, Crystal Palace has already begun initial talks with Frank about the possibility of taking over from Pierre Sage.
Palace is reportedly weighing its options after a difficult start to the season and could part ways with Sage if results do not improve during the upcoming international break. The club is in danger of relegation and is reportedly exploring alternatives.
Frank still carries a strong reputation in English football based on his results at Brentford, but his Tottenham tenure has clearly made perceptions more nuanced. The key question now is whether a Premier League club will give him another chance to prove himself.
