Tottenham legend Harry Redknapp says he would welcome a return to the club following the dismissal of Thomas Frank, revealing he remains interested in taking charge at the North London club more than a decade after his first spell ended.
The 78-year-old has not managed since leaving Birmingham City in 2017 but indicated he would seriously consider stepping back into the dugout if approached by the board.
Redknapp spent four years at Spurs between 2008 and 2012, guiding them from relegation trouble to Champions League qualification and establishing the club among the Premier League’s top sides, a foundation for their later success.
Speaking to Sky Sports, he was open about his stance on making a comeback.
He said: “I would want the Tottenham job. Could I do it? Of course I could. They have got my number. If anyone wants to ring me, they know where I am.”
Frank’s departure came less than 24 hours after a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle, a result that left Spurs hovering uncomfortably close to the relegation places after a prolonged winless run in the league stretching back to late December.
A statement from the club said: “The Club has taken the decision to make a change in the Men’s Head Coach position and Thomas Frank will leave today.
“Thomas was appointed in June 2025, and we have been determined to give him the time and support needed to build for the future together. However, results and performances have led the Board to conclude that a change at this point in the season is necessary.
“Throughout his time at the Club, Thomas has conducted himself with unwavering commitment, giving everything in his efforts to move the Club forward. We would like to thank him for his contribution and wish him every success in the future.”
Redknapp initially took charge in October 2008 following a poor start under Juande Ramos. He stabilised the team quickly and later oversaw one of the most successful modern periods in the club’s history, including a run to the Champions League quarter-finals and regular top-four contention.
Across 198 matches in charge, Tottenham recorded 98 victories before then-chairman Daniel Levy opted to make a change in the summer of 2012.
The former West Ham, Portsmouth, Southampton and QPR manager remains one of the Premier League’s most experienced coaches, having overseen more than 600 matches in the competition.
Only Arsene Wenger, Sir Alex Ferguson and David Moyes have taken charge of more top-flight games.
Despite Redknapp’s public interest, Spurs are also expected to consider alternative candidates. Mauricio Pochettino and Roberto De Zerbi are among the names already linked with the vacancy as the club looks to steady its season and pull clear of the relegation battle.
Spurs have an 11-day layoff before they play Arsenal in the North London derby, a huge game for both sides and now one with adding meaning following the dismissal of Frank.