Former Amorim lieutenant jumps ship to United’s direct rivals just two weeks after Old Trafford exit

Former Manchester United coach Andreas Georgson has officially joined Tottenham Hotspur as part of Thomas Frank’s backroom staff.

Tottenham have announced the appointment of Frank as their new head coach, following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou.

Despite beating United in the Europa League final and subsequently securing Champions League football despite a 17th-placed finish, Tottenham still made the decision to part ways with Postecoglou.

Much like United, the North London club endured an extremely difficult season, which saw them lose 22 top-flight games.

Frank has left Brentford, putting pen to paper on a contract with Tottenham that runs until 2028.

While announcing Frank’s arrival, Tottenham have also confirmed that he will be joined in the dugout by former United coach Georgson.

A Tottenham statement reads, “Thomas will be joined from Brentford by Justin Cochrane (First Team Assistant Coach), Chris Haslam (Head of Performance & First Team Assistant Coach) and Joe Newton (First Team Coach Analyst), with Andreas Georgson (First Team Assistant Coach) arriving from Manchester United.”

Georgson’s United exit happened just two weeks ago, immediately after the conclusion of the club’s post-season tour of Asia.

Georgson made the move to United in 2024 from Norwegian top-flight side Lillestrom, where he served as head coach, following previous stints in England with Southampton, Arsenal, and Brentford, as well as in Sweden with Malmo.

Under Erik ten Hag, Georgson was primarily responsible for overseeing the team’s set-piece organisation.

However, following Ruben Amorim’s appointment, Georgson’s role was diminished, with set-piece responsibilities handed over to Carlos Fernandes.

This development prompted Georgson to step down from his role, but it appears he will remain in the Premier League, albeit with a rival club.


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