Ange Postecoglou appears to be edging closer and closer to the Tottenham exit. Spurs have lost 17 games in the Premier League so far this season, with their most recent defeat coming at the hands of Wolves over the weekend.
Postecoglou’s side were beaten 4-2 at Molineux, with Rayan Ait-Nouri, Jorgen Strand Larsen, Matheus Cunha and an own goal from Djed Spence piling further pressure on the ex-Celtic boss. As a result, there are calls for the Aussie to be sacked sooner rather than later while Spurs have the chance to save their season via the Europa League.
Express Sport takes a look at the four managers available to replace Postecoglou until the end of the season…
In 2023, Tottenham reportedly opted against appointing Erik ten Hag due to his ‘lack of charisma’. However, Daniel Levy may be tempted to swallow his pride and bring the Dutchman back to the Premier League following his Manchester United sacking. Although the Red Devils struggled in the Premier League, Ten Hag won the FA Cup and EFL Cup at Old Trafford and could be viewed as a suitable short-term option to deliver success with Spurs.
Ryan Mason
When the going gets tough at Tottenham, they rely on Ryan Mason – and that may not change this season. The 33-year-old was named interim manager after Jose Mourinho’s sacking in 2021 and led the club to a Europa Conference League spot, though they were unsuccessful in the EFL Cup final.
Mason was then made acting head coach after Antonio Conte departed in 2024 and Cristian Stellini was sacked. If Spurs opt for a familiar face to galvanise the squad, Mason will be one of their key options.
Xavi
Former Barcelona manager Xavi has been linked with succeeding Postecoglou in recent weeks, and the Spaniard is available if the vacancy arises. The ex-midfielder led Barca to La Liga success in the 2022/23 campaign, and he remains a well-regarded option in Europe. Xavi’s favoured 4-3-3 system may not be too tricky to implement on short notice at Spurs either, and his strict management style could be what is required to win the Europa League.
Gareth Southgate
There is something bizarrely poetic about Gareth Southgate failing to win a trophy as England manager but ending Tottenham’s 17-year trophy drought on just a few weeks’ notice. Although he spoke previously about looking at a career venture away from football, the chance to return to the Premier League could certainly prove an enticing opportunity.
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