Thomas Frank makes decision on next job as ex-Tottenham boss speaks out

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Former Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank has confirmed he will not return to management this summer.

Frank was sacked by Spurs back in mid-February , despite only being appointed last June. During his time in north London, the 52-year-old won 13 and drawn 11 of his 38 matches in charge.

The Dane, who previously spent seven years at Brentford, has been linked with a number of jobs since leaving the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Frank has been placed on Crystal Palace's shortlist to replace Oliver Glasner and has been tipped to succeed Marco Silva at Fulham .

But now, Frank has revealed he won't be stepping back into the dugout before the start of next season, instead taking a break, spending time with family and friends, as well as working at the World Cup.

"I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has reached out over the past few months," Frank said in a statement on Friday afternoon. "Your support and encouragement have been greatly appreciated.

"Leaving Tottenham has given me the chance to step back and reflect on my journey so far. Football management is a profession that demands complete commitment every single day, and periods like this are a rare opportunity to assess, learn and gain a fresh perspective.

"From the outside, it may have looked like a time of many challenges at Tottenham when results were not what we wanted. From within, however, it becomes clear why the club is so special - full of talented people who work tirelessly every day. I have no doubt Tottenham has a bright future.

"Football remains a huge part of who I am, and I have chosen to use this time productively. Over the coming months, besides spending time with family and friends, I will continue studying, observing and learning from other leaders both within sport and beyond it.

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"I am also looking forward to covering the World Cup for Danish television and the BBC , as well as experiencing the Tour de France. Time away from the touchline is allowing me to broaden my perspective and gather insights that I look forward to bringing into my next challenge.

"There have been conversations and opportunities since leaving Spurs, but I have decided not to rush into the next role. For me, this summer is not the right time to go back into management.

"When the time is right, I will look forward to my return as a manager, ready to embrace the job with great energy and dedication."

Frank's career has spanned almost two decades now, but it was his time at Brentford where he established himself as a top manager in English football. First, he earned promotion to the Premier League with the Bees, before cementing them as a comfortable top flight outfit.

While some felt his move to Spurs last summer was the perfect next step for Frank, it's safe to suggest he struggled in that role and was axed in February as fears increased about the club's relegation status.

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