"When Tottenham have made managerial changes in the 21st century, they have seemingly been guided by a specific principle. The new man must represent a fresh start and so it would surely help if he were radically different to his predecessor; often the complete counterpoint. It began when Glenn Hoddle came in for George Graham in 2001 and over the ensuing years the club have bounced, for example, from Juande Ramos to Harry Redknapp to Andre Villas-Boas. From Mauricio Pochettino to Jose Mourinho."
"And it was not only because any manager would look pragmatic after Postecoglou. Thomas Frank was a sensible appointment because he is a sensible professional: solid and well-balanced, like his teams. A people person and excellent man-manager. Not to mention someone who had enjoyed outstanding success at Brentford over the previous seven years relative to the club's means. Frank had received rave reviews for his work from Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp, among others. He was ready for the step up to a big club."
Tottenham have preferred managerial appointments that signal a clear fresh start by choosing candidates who contrast markedly with their predecessors. This approach has produced a succession of very different managers since 2001, including Glenn Hoddle, Juande Ramos, Harry Redknapp, Andre Villas-Boas, Mauricio Pochettino, Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte and Ange Postecoglou. Postecoglou left despite a Europa League win because of poor league form, prompting a move toward pragmatism and defensive structure. Thomas Frank arrived with strong Brentford credentials, praised by Guardiola and Klopp, but struggled with communication, results and alignment with club expectations and was dismissed after eight months.
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