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Tottenham's Frank Explores United, Chelsea, Stays with Brentford

11/17/2025

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Tottenham manager Thomas Frank said he held discussions with Manchester United and Chelsea on the same day in May 2024 and did not secure either position.
Frank met United's co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe in a garage before meeting Chelsea at a hotel.
He remained with Brentford for another season before joining Tottenham in June 2025.
Tottenham sits fifth in Premier League after 11 matches and will face Arsenal on November 23.

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Tottenham manager Thomas Frank said he held discussions with Manchester United and Chelsea on the same day in May 2024 and did not secure either position.
Frank met United's co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe in a garage before meeting Chelsea at a hotel.
He remained with Brentford for another season before joining Tottenham in June 2025.
Tottenham sits fifth in Premier League after 11 matches and will face Arsenal on November 23.