Campbell says Amorim could replace Frank at Tottenham: They’re probably talking to him now

Campbell says Amorim could replace Frank at Tottenham: They’re probably talking to him now

Ex-Spurs defender Sol Campbell has suggested that former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim could replace Tottenham boss Thomas Frank.

Spurs slumped to a 2-1 FA Cup third-round loss at home to Aston Villa at the weekend in what was another disappointing defeat under Frank, who is under serious pressure at the moment.

The North London side sit 14th in the English top-flight table, are out of both the FA Cup and EFL Cup and have little chance of finishing within a Champions League place, let alone winning it this season.

Speaking to Sky Bet, Campbell believes that the Tottenham board are already looking for a replacement and will be eyeing Amorim who was sacked by United one week ago.

“Ruben Amorim. They’ll be looking at him. They’re probably talking to him now, that wouldn’t surprise me. I don’t think he’ll go back to Portugal. Tottenham will be talking to him to see if there’s any situation going on – there’ll be people talking behind the scenes.

“Thomas Frank is a top manager, but he’s not at Brentford anymore – it’s a different animal. Tottenham is a big club and people are demanding. They want success and they want to keep moving forward in a successful way. So, I wouldn’t be surprised if they’re talking to other managers.

“Obviously, if he starts turning it around and winning games and having good performances, that helps. Sometimes you don’t need to win, but if you can have good performances and show you’re moving in the right direction, that can help. But they will be talking to other managers. It’s part and parcel until you show who you are and start winning on a regular basis.”

Frank will have to turn his side around after a run of four games without a win across all competitions. If he doesn’t, Amorim could step in to face his old side next month as the two sides clash.