VIDEO: Thomas Frank meets Tottenham star James Maddison as Ange Postecoglou's successor arrives in north London

The Danish manager’s arrival marks a fresh chapter for Spurs following the departure of Postecoglou, who led the club to a Europa League triumph, their first trophy in 17 years. However, a disappointing domestic campaign saw them finish 17th in the league table, which cost the Australian manager his job.

Frank arrives at Spurs after an impressive seven-year stint with Brentford, where he earned plaudits for his tactical nous. The 50-year-old famously guided the Bees to Premier League promotion in 2020, ending a 74-year wait for top-flight football. Now, Frank has signed on to lead Tottenham until 2028 and will be expected to bring stability and identity to a club still seeking to re-establish itself as a consistent force both in England and in Europe.

In his move to Spurs, Frank is not coming alone. He brings with him a familiar coaching unit from his Brentford days, including assistants Justin Cochrane, Chris Haslam and Joe Newton. Additionally, the club has appointed Andreas Georgson, a renowned set-piece expert, who joins from Manchester United.

Frank's first competitive match in charge comes in the UEFA Super Cup on August 13, where Tottenham will face French champions Paris Saint-Germain in Udine, Italy. It’s a glamour tie that offers an immediate test of his tactical preparation against top European opposition. Just three days later, Spurs will host Burnley at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to open their Premier League campaign. And the challenges keep coming as Frank’s first away match will see him lead his new side to the Etihad Stadium on August 23 for a daunting showdown with Manchester City.