Next Tottenham Manager Odds: Is Mauricio Pochettino Set to Replace Thomas Frank After Spurs Sacking?

Next Tottenham Manager Odds: Is Mauricio Pochettino Set to Replace Thomas Frank After Spurs Sacking?

Tottenham have moved quickly after a disastrous run of form, officially sacking Thomas Frank following last night’s 2–1 defeat to Newcastle.

The loss capped off a miserable stretch in which Spurs looked disjointed, uninspired, and increasingly directionless under Frank - a tenure that never truly clicked from the moment he arrived.

Frank leaves the club with just one win in his last 10 matches, a run that saw Spurs slide towards the Premier League relegation zone and exit from both domestic cup competitions. Performances were flat, the dressing room reportedly fractured, and supporters had grown restless as the team drifted further from the aggressive, front‑foot identity they expected.

Now, Tottenham face a pivotal decision. The club wants stability, identity, and a manager capable of handling a squad filled with talent but lacking cohesion. And unsurprisingly, one name sits at the top of the list: Mauricio Pochettino.

The former Spurs boss remains adored by large sections of the fanbase and is widely viewed as the man who brought the club closest to Champions League. With Frank gone, Sportsbooks have immediately installed Pochettino as the favorite to return.

But he’s not the only candidate.

Latest Next Tottenham Manager Odds

Below are the updated odds following Frank’s dismissal:

Three Leading Candidates to Replace Thomas Frank

Mauricio Pochettino (+150)

Pochettino’s name was always going to dominate the conversation the moment Frank was dismissed. His previous spell at Spurs remains the most successful era of the club’s modern history - Champions League final, consistent top‑four finishes, and a clear identity built around high‑energy pressing and youth development.

He is currently manager of the USA national team, meaning some will question whether he would return to the club before the World Cup in June. But sentiment, availability, and fan pressure make him the clear frontrunner.

Roberto De Zerbi (+175)

De Zerbi has long been admired by Tottenham’s hierarchy. His tactical style - possession‑dominant, aggressive, and fluid - aligns with the club’s long‑term vision. After his recent sacking at Marseille, he has been linked with many major clubs across Europe.

The challenge? He will have multiple suitors, and Spurs may not be the most appealing project compared to clubs with Champions League football guaranteed. Still, he remains a strong contender and sits just behind Pochettino in the odds.

Xavi Hernández (+600)

Fresh off his departure from Barcelona, Xavi is an intriguing outsider. His tenure at Barça was turbulent but included a La Liga title and a clear commitment to youth development - something Spurs value highly.

However, questions remain about whether his tactical approach would translate to the Premier League. He is respected, available, and ambitious, but not yet a favorite.

Who Will Be Tottenham’s Next Manager?

Right now, the race is clearly centered around Mauricio Pochettino and Roberto De Zerbi, with Pochettino holding a slight edge due to availability, history, and fan sentiment.

But Spurs have surprised before, and the board will want to avoid another misstep after the Frank experiment collapsed so quickly.

If Tottenham want instant stability and a unifying figure, Pochettino is the obvious choice. If they want a long‑term tactical project, De Zerbi may be the better fit.

Either way, the next appointment will define the club’s direction for years to come.