"The pressure valve has been released by the manner in which Spurs fought back to earn a point at Newcastle United on Tuesday, before securing a fully-deserved win against his former club Brentford. It was only seven days ago that relations between the Dane and supporters questioning his credentials hit a low when he claimed those who jeered goalkeeper Gugliemo Vicario after his mistake in the defeat against Fulham were not "true Tottenham fans"."
"Criticising your own support is a hazardous strategy and often ends very badly, which is why this Spurs' win carried more significance for Frank and his players. This was a banana skin of a fixture, with the danger that the club where Frank was idolised - the one he established in the Premier League - might turn up on his new doorstep to pile on the agony."
"But the club's hierarchy are keen to back him, though they are also aware of the disconnect that has existed with supporters. If Frank averts further crises, Spurs are in a position to provide spending power in the January window, while chief executive Vinai Venkatesham is a renowned cool head, who importantly offered support to Mikel Arteta during his early struggles as Arsenal manager."
Thomas Frank finally met the Spurs supporters without hostility after a significant victory following a comeback draw at Newcastle and a win against Brentford. Relations with supporters had soured after he labeled those who jeered goalkeeper Gugliemo Vicario as not "true Tottenham fans". Criticising support increased pressure because Spurs fans questioned his credentials during a challenging start to his tenure. The club hierarchy remains willing to back Frank despite a disconnect with fans. Stable results could allow spending in January, and chief executive Vinai Venkatesham's supportive approach offers managerial patience. Frank inherited a troubled squad that finished 17th despite a Europa League win.
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