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Former Spurs manager Thomas Frank says he will not be returning to management this summer.

The ex-Brentford head-coach was dismissed after just eight months in north London, and speculation has grown that he could be in the frame for a number of jobs this summer.

However, the 52-year-old says he’ll be taking an extended break – other than his media work covering the World Cup this summer.

“I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has reached out over the past few months,” Frank said in a statement on Friday afternoon. “Your support and encouragement have been greatly appreciated.

“Leaving Tottenham has given me the chance to step back and reflect on my journey so far. Football management is a profession that demands complete commitment every single day, and periods like this are a rare opportunity to assess, learn and gain a fresh perspective…”

Read everything he had to say here.