Tottenham Hotspur have held talks with a rival Premier League manager as fans wait for the news reading “Postecoglou Sacked“.
Spurs picked up their first trophy in 17 years by beating Manchester United in the Europa League final, but the domestic campaign, which saw them finish 17th in the Premier League has caused increased pressure.
Reports emerged earlier today from Football Insider that suggested a decision had been made over his future and that an announcement would be coming in the next week to confirm his sacking.
Conflicting reports from elsewhere have somewhat contradicted that report, suggesting that Daniel Levy was still considering his future.
However, French Outlet Foot Mercato have now added that talks have been opened with a Premier League manager over replacing Ange Postecoglou.
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The publication has suggested that Brentford boss Thomas Frank is “one of the favourites” to take over the Tottenham, the new Europa League winners, and that the 51-year-old has already discussed his plan with the club’s board.
The Danish coach has impressed since taking over at Brentford in 2018, solidifying them as an established Premier League side, whilst also nurturing a developing talent. He has been linked to a host of other clubs including Manchester United in the past.
Vinai Venkatesham is set to take charge as Tottenham Hotspur’s new CEO this summer as a raft of changes are implemented at the club. Despite breaking their trophy bad luck, Postecoglou could be one of the main targets of the new regime.
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Many had speculated that the Europa League final was make or break for Ange, with pressure growing after a disastrous Premier League campaign it was felt that breaking the club’s trophy duck could be the only way of keeping his job.
However, it appears to have not been enough with it looking increasingly like it is a case of when the headlines release reading “Postecoglou Sacked” not if the decision is made. He can at least leave with another winners medal to his CV and will likely be in demand from a host of European clubs.