Ian Wright has weighed in on Ange Postecoglou’s uncertain Tottenham future, backing the under-fire manager following a season of domestic turmoil and European glory.
Tottenham Hotspur supporters have endured a mixed 2024/25 season, with the Lilywhites enduring a poor domestic campaign while enjoying success on the European stage.
Indeed, Tottenham are champions of Europe for the fourth time in their history after beating Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final, securing their first continental trophy since 1984.
Much of the credit has rightly gone to Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou, who has restored a sense of belief and finally ended the club’s long-running trophy drought.
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou receives praise from Ian Wright
However, it has been anything but smooth sailing, as Tottenham finished a dismal 17th in the Premier League, losing 22 of their 38 matches – the worst league finish in the club’s history.
Postecoglou’s future remains up in the air, with a decision on whether Postecoglou will continue at the helm expected in the coming weeks.
Now, former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has spoken out in support of the Tottenham boss, stating that he is a big admirer of Postecoglou as a person, particularly after working alongside him during Euro 2024 coverage for ITV Football.
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The pair spent time together during the tournament, and Wright, speaking on the Wrighty’s House Podcast, described Postecoglou as a “really lovely bloke” and expressed hope that the Australian will be given time to improve Tottenham’s fortunes in the Premier League next season.
“I was pleased for them. And you know, hopefully this is a springboard for Ange, simply because I worked with him in the Euros and he is a really lovely bloke,” Wright said.
“I spent a lot of time with him. And how he is and how you feel your perception of him is probably, he is just a normal bloke. He is just coaching, doing the best he can, just have a pint.”
Spurs weighing up managerial future amid Ange Postecoglou backing
Tottenham continue to be linked with various managerial options, with the club yet to decide on Postecoglou’s future.
Reports this week suggested that Brentford are concerned Tottenham could move for head coach Thomas Frank, should they choose to part ways with the Australian.
Several players inside the Tottenham dressing room have shown continued support for Postecoglou, but there is a feeling that Postecoglou could still be sacked regardless.
With the summer transfer window opening soon, Spurs must act quickly in resolving their managerial situation before pre-season preparations begin.
Postecoglou retains strong support from the fanbase, leaving chairman Daniel Levy wary of a potential backlash if he opts to dismiss the 59-year-old. A final decision is expected in the coming weeks and will be one to keep a close eye on.