AliousThomas Frank has quickly become the favourite to take charge at Crystal Palace following his recent dismissal by Tottenham Hotspur.
Reports indicate the South London side have prioritised the Danish coach as their preferred successor to Oliver Glasner, who is set to step down at the end of the campaign.Palace’s hierarchy are understood to have already made initial contact with the 52-year-old as they prepare for a new era.
Glasner leaves behind a strong legacy, having guided the Eagles to FA Cup glory and lifted the Community Shield, raising expectations for whoever takes over next.However, Palace are not alone in monitoring Frank’s availability.
Fulham are also keeping a close watch on developments. While Marco Silva has impressed at Craven Cottage, the West London club are believed to be assessing their long-term managerial options, with Frank’s Premier League pedigree making him an attractive prospect.
Frank previously earned widespread praise for his work at Brentford, where he built a well-drilled, competitive side capable of punching above its weight.
His subsequent move to Tottenham, though filled with expectation, ultimately proved disappointing.
Despite significant backing in the transfer market and ambitions of securing a top-four finish, Spurs struggled badly and found themselves hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone — a stark contrast to their recent UEFA Europa League triumph the previous season.
Tottenham’s downturn led to Frank’s departure, with the club falling well short of their objectives and facing the real possibility of missing out on European qualification altogether.
For the Danish tactician, it was a painful setback after years of steady progress in English football.Now, a swift return to the Premier League could offer him the perfect platform to restore his reputation.
Both Palace and Fulham boast talented, competitive squads capable of challenging in the top half of the table.
With the right structure and backing, either role could provide Frank the opportunity to reassert his credentials and remind critics of the qualities that once made him one of the league’s most respected managers.
The coming weeks are likely to prove decisive as Frank weighs up his next move — and whether he is ready to jump straight back into the managerial spotlight.
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