Tottenham Legend Harry Redknapp says he would welcome a return to the club Dismissal of Thomas FrankHe has revealed he is 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 would seriously consider a return to 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 founding the club. of the Premier League Top sides, the foundation for success behind them.

Speaking to Sky Sports, he was open about his attitude towards making a comeback.

He said: “I want the Tottenham job. Can I do it? Of course I can. They’ve got my number. If anyone wants to call me, they know where I am.”

Frank’s departure came less than 24 hours after a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle left Spurs hovering uncomfortably close to the relegation places after a long winless run in the league that stretched back to the end of December.

A statement from the club said: “The club has decided to make a change to the men’s head coach position and Thomas Frank will be on leave today.

“Thomas was appointed in June 2025, and we are committed to giving him the time and support he needs to build together for the future. However, results and performances have led the board to conclude that a change is necessary at this point in the season.

“Throughout his time at the club, Thomas has conducted himself with unwavering commitment, giving everything in his efforts to drive the club forward. We thank him for his contribution and wish him every success in the future.”

Redknapp initially took charge in October 2008 after a poor start under Juande Ramos. He quickly stabilized the team and later oversaw one of the most successful modern periods in the club’s history, including a run to the quarter-finals of the Champions League and regular top-four competition.

In 198 matches in charge, Tottenham recorded 98 wins before then-chairman Daniel Levy opted to make a change in the summer of 2012.

The former West Ham, Portsmouth, Southampton and QPR manager is 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 Di Zerbi are among the names already linked with the vacancy as the club looks to stabilize its season and avoid a relegation battle.

Spurs have an 11-day break before playing Arsenal in the North London derby, a huge game for both sides and one with added meaning now following Frank’s dismissal.