Overview
- Multiple outlets, including Sky Sports, report Frank is expected to take Monday’s press conference and manage Tuesday’s Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund.
- Board-level talks followed Saturday’s 2-1 home loss to West Ham, a match marked by loud boos and chants for Frank’s sacking and preceded by an open letter from CEO Vinai Venkatesham acknowledging a disconnect with fans.
- The Telegraph reported that new assistant John Heitinga led parts of Sunday’s session with Frank overseeing, and coverage notes he could serve as a short-term option if required.
- talkSPORT reports the hierarchy is reviewing his position with concerns that some senior players are not buying into his methods, though no final decision has been communicated.
- Speculation over successors has intensified in the media, with reports linking candidates such as Brighton’s Fabian Hürzeler and other high-profile names, but no approach has been confirmed.