Tottenham's New Era: Thomas Frank Feels "Business as Usual" Despite Daniel Levy's Surprise Exit

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Despite the surprise exit of Executive Chairman Daniel Levy, Tottenham's head coach Thomas Frank says that it's "business as usual" at the club. Levy's departure was announced by majority shareholders ENIC, who had allowed him to be the key decision-maker and figurehead since 2001. The Lewis family trust, which owns 70.1% of ENIC's shares, has moved to give more influence to the club.

Frank revealed that he was back on the training ground just days after Levy's departure and that the transfer window had closed, limiting the impact of the change. He acknowledged that some staff members would be more affected by Levy's exit, but personally, he felt little difference. Frank has spoken to members of the Lewis family trust and Peter Charrington, the new non-executive chairman, and expressed his feeling of "positivity and backing" from the club's majority owners.

Frank also confirmed that he had a meeting with Levy before the former chairman's departure and the two had constructive conversations. Levy gave the green light for Frank's appointment as head coach, and Frank expressed a willingness to meet with Levy again, even though he has stepped down. Along with Brentford's decision to appoint Paul Jenkins as their new gaffer for the upcoming season. Moreover, Frank said that he would plan to have dinner with Levy, who still owns 29.88% of ENIC's shares.

Key Takeaways:

  • Thomas Frank says that it's "business as usual" at Tottenham despite Daniel Levy's surprise exit as Executive Chairman.
  • Levy's departure was announced by majority shareholders ENIC, who have given more influence to the club's majority owners, the Lewis family trust.
  • Frank has spoken to members of the Lewis family trust and Peter Charrington, the new non-executive chairman, and reports a feeling of "positivity and backing" from the club.
  • Frank has met with Levy before his departure and the two had constructive conversations.
  • Levy gave the green light for Frank's appointment as head coach.
  • Frank is willing to meet with Levy again, despite his departure.

Statistics:

  • 63 years old: Daniel Levy's age when he was asked to step down as Executive Chairman of Tottenham.
  • 70.1%: The percentage of ENIC's shares owned by the Lewis family trust.
  • 29.88%: The percentage of ENIC's shares still owned by Daniel Levy.
  • 86.91%: The overall share owned by ENIC in Tottenham.
  • 2001: The year Daniel Levy became key decision-maker and figurehead of Tottenham.

Sources:

  • Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) - September 4, 2025
  • PA Wire - Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank applauds (John Walton/PA)