- Mikel Arteta Backs Sacked Thomas Frank After Tottenham Exit
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Spurs sit 16th with two wins in 17 matches.
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Arteta described Frank as excellent coach and man.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reacted to the dismissal of Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank, describing the development as sad and expressing admiration for his counterpart.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Frank was relieved of his duties on Wednesday morning following a poor run of results that left Spurs struggling in the Premier League. The North London club currently sit 16th on the table, with just two wins in their last 17 league matches, a sequence that intensified concerns over a possible relegation fight.
The decision to sack the Danish manager came eight months into his tenure as Tottenham moved to halt their slide and stabilise their season.
Had he remained in charge, Frank would have led Spurs into the North London Derby against Arsenal on February 22, a fixture that now takes on a different context following his exit.
Speaking on the development, Arteta praised Frank’s qualities as a coach and individual.
“Well, it’s obviously very sad news when you have a colleague who doesn’t continue doing his job, because Thomas is an excellent coach, and an extraordinary man as well, and he has proven that in the league.
“We know where we are, and how our responsibility is beyond just performance, and I wish him all the very best with whatever he decides to do next.”
Arteta’s comments underline the professional respect between the two managers despite the fierce rivalry between their clubs. Tottenham are expected to announce interim arrangements as they seek a turnaround in form in the closing phase of the season.
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