Tottenham Hotspur are bracing for the long-awaited return of Ghanaian international Mohammed Kudus, who is set to step back onto the pitch in April after a prolonged thigh and tendon injury.
However, Kudus will make his comeback under a new manager, following the club’s announcement today that Thomas Frank has been sacked after a disastrous domestic run.
The 22-year-old midfielder, one of Spurs’ standout performers since joining in the summer, has been sidelined for months, and his absence has been deeply felt. Tottenham’s attacking creativity has dipped, with fewer goals and reduced dynamism in midfield, underscoring Kudus’ importance to the squad.
Frank, who had personally brought Kudus to the club and made him a central figure in his plans, paid the price for Tottenham’s alarming slide in the Premier League. The North London side went eight league games without a win, their longest winless streak since 2008, culminating in a 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle United — the result that sealed the Dane’s fate.
While Spurs have maintained some success in Europe, progressing in the UEFA Champions League, their domestic campaign has spiraled into a relegation fight, with the club sitting just five points above the danger zone in 16th place. The drop in form since the turn of the year prompted the board to act decisively.
Kudus was Frank’s first major signing, and under him, the Ghanaian midfielder showcased his pace, technical skill, and ability to unlock defenses, contributing both goals and assists. Supporters have noted that Spurs’ struggles in his absence highlight the significant impact he has on the team.
Tottenham are now searching for a new manager, with Roberto De Zerbi, recently departed from Marseille, reported as the leading candidate. The incoming coach will inherit a squad in need of direction, with Kudus’ return offering both tactical firepower and a morale boost.
