Roberto De Zerbi could take charge of Tottenham if Thomas Frank is sacked

The upcoming match against Arsenal is expected to be Thomas Frank's final lifeline.

Details: According to The Mirror, following Italian coach Roberto De Zerbi's dismissal from his position as Marseille's head coach, media outlets have begun linking him with a move to Tottenham should Thomas Frank depart.

Reports indicate that Frank's position at Tottenham is hanging by a thread, and the clash with London rivals Arsenal in the next round will be pivotal for the Danish manager.

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If Frank does end up being dismissed, Roberto De Zerbi is expected to emerge as the leading candidate for the Spurs' head coach position.

Frank's situation at Tottenham is dire and bordering on disastrous – the team is just two spots above the relegation zone and hasn't managed a single Premier League victory in their last eight outings.

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