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Jun 9
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Why do Spurs want Thomas Frank?

THE ATHLETIC
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Tottenham Hotspur have sacked the manager who delivered a first trophy in 17 years.


So, why have they sacked Ange Postecoglou and why do they want Thomas Frank to replace him?


Host: Adam Leventhal

With: Jay Harris and Seb Stafford-Bloor

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke


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