Tottenham Hotspur Sack Manager Ange Postecoglou Despite Europa League Triumph

Tottenham Hotspur announced today that they have dismissed head coach, Ange Postecoglou, despite his role in delivering the club’s first major trophy in 17 years.

Postecoglou guided Spurs to a 1–0 victory over Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League final on May 21, yet the team’s struggling Premier League campaign led chairman Daniel Levy to make an abrupt managerial change.

Postecoglou, who took charge in June 2023, earned early acclaim for introducing a dynamic, attacking style of play and steering Tottenham to the League Cup semi-finals in his debut season.

However, the 2024–25 Premier League season witnessed a severe downturn: injuries to several key players and a prioritization of European fixtures contributed to a 17th-place finish, with 38 points and a club-record 22 league losses—Tottenham’s worst top-flight performance since 1976–77.

In a statement released this morning, the club’s board acknowledged the historic nature of the Europa League win but emphasized that “consistent competitiveness on multiple fronts” remains the priority. Tottenham added that emotional attachments to the European success could not outweigh the team’s “unacceptable domestic form,” and that a fresh managerial approach was necessary to avoid a repeat of the near-relegation scare.

Postecoglou issued a farewell message through the club’s official channels, expressing gratitude to players, staff, and supporters. He highlighted his pride in securing Champions League qualification and asserted that the “foundations laid over two seasons” would benefit Spurs going forward. Nonetheless, he acknowledged the board’s decision and wished the club success under its next manager.

Attention now turns to identifying Postecoglou’s replacement. Brentford’s Thomas Frank is widely viewed as the leading candidate, lauded for his Premier League achievements and a £10 million release clause that Spurs are reportedly prepared to meet. Other names under consideration include Marco Silva, Michael Carrick, and Xavi Hernandez, each linked to distinct tactical profiles and perceived ability to restore Tottenham’s domestic fortunes.

As Tottenham gear up for the 2025–26 season, retaining Champions League football will be crucial. The club’s hierarchy has made clear that translating European glory into consistent league performance is the immediate objective, and the appointment of a new manager is viewed as pivotal to achieving that goal.