Another Premier League setback, this time against Burnley, leaves Spurs eight points above the relegation zone - and there is a growing expectation that time may finally be running out for the current boss.
Frank earned a stay of execution with a win over Borussia Dortmund in midweek, but that remains their only victory from seven matches in 2026 so far.
They rescued a 2-2 draw at Turf Moor thanks to a very late goal from Cristian Romero, but Frank’s future remains uncertain.
Fans sang the name of former manager Pochettino on several occasions from the away end at Burnley, underlining the pressure on Frank as he attempts to survive.
Pochettino is currently in charge of the United States men’s national team, but would be a contender to take over if he were willing to return. Such a move is almost certainly unlikely until the conclusion of the World Cup campaign.
Pochettino led Spurs to a Champions League final, an achievement that certainly feels far beyond the reach of this current side.
Chief executive Vinai Venkatesham continues to support Frank, and any decision to part ways would require a clearly defined succession plan.
Frank, however, will point to the statistics from the Burnley match as evidence that his side were unfortunate. Spurs had 63% possession and registered 11 shots on target, with home goalkeeper Martin Dubravka producing an outstanding performance to limit their goal return.
Sources say Spurs officials have begun to look into possible bosses for the future, and Xavi Hernandez is one of those to have been checked out.
Frank is fighting to stay alive in his head coach role, but at what point will Spurs boss decide they have seen enough?