The season has been really poor so far for Spurs. It has been disappointing in terms of results, numbers, performances and also unlucky in terms of injuries, with several factors contributing. In any case, the Spurs job will be interesting to follow in the next weeks as there are already movements for an eventual change.
Still no Decision Made on Postecoglou's Future
Europa League vital to Tottenham manager keeping his job
Sources at the club guarantee that no decision has been made so far as there’s still an important competition ongoing: the path to the Europa League final doesn’t look impossible for Tottenham Hotspur, with the club feeling they can make something special happen.
Ange Postecoglou’s hopes to keep his job at Spurs are now strictly linked to performances in Europe. Winning the trophy would be an important achievement of course - it’d also mean Champions League football next season and the opportunity for Postecoglou to continue his project at Spurs.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Tottenham Hotspur have lost 15 of their 29 Premier League matches this season under Ange Postecoglou, including seven home games.
But if Spurs are not able to win the Europa League or even show their best version until the very end, there is a high possibility to see a managerial change at Tottenham Hotspur in the summer.
Tottenham's Management are Big Fans of Andoni Iraola
One of the most appreciated candidates remains Andoni Iraola, the Spanish manager who’s been doing an excellent job at Bournemouth as he’s highly-rated by Spurs' management for a long time. Quality football, ability to trust young players, attacking mentality and also a very good relationship with his own players are all skills appreciated with Iraola one of the most wanted managers around Europe right now.
There have been no direct contacts so far, but Iraola’s close circle has already been informed of Tottenham Hotspur's appreciation, so it’s surely going to be one to follow.
One more detail must be added on this story: Iraola has a release clause into his contract at Bournemouth. It’s worth around £10/11m and Spurs are already aware of it. It’s a crucial detail, as Bournemouth don’t want to lose their manager but the clause could be an important factor.
While Iraola would be the favourite candidate in case of managerial change, there are more coaches appreciated by Spurs. They are waiting to understand what they really want to do, and also the position of coaches in case Tottenham decide to approach them.
Tottenham Also Appreciate Marco Silva and Simone Inzaghi
The duo have impressed at Fulham and Inter Milan respectively
Marco Silva has been doing a brilliant job at Fulham for years, and he’s surely one of the names on Spurs' shortlist, while people in the industry expect Silva to change and try a new chapter in any case at the end of the current season. Tottenham will be monitoring the situation, but it’s not only them in the race to appoint the Portuguese manager.
Some sources also guarantee Spurs' appreciation for Simone Inzaghi, who’s been doing excellently at Inter. However, the Italian coach is fully focused on the Inter project at this stage, while he will also be busy with the Club World Cup in June and July. He doesn’t look like a realistic, easy opportunity for Tottenham, with Inter also very happy with their coach.
The crucial moments of the season are coming - Postecoglou’s future is in danger but the Europa League can still save his job and his project at Tottenham. This is one to follow, for sure.
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