Former Tottenham manager David Pleat says Spurs fans will appreciate Daniel Levy more now he will no longer be involved as executive chairman of the club.
Pleat was director of football when Levy arrived at the Spurs and has been involved in various capacities under Levy, including as a consultant scout between 2010 and 2024.
"Daniel then wasn't that aware of everything that happens in football but he learnt very quickly and he's a very astute business man," Pleat told the Football Daily podcast.
"You have to judge a club on both its sustainability and results. It's very difficult to marry the two.
"To achieve success in the modern game without mega mega money as has been proved is very difficult.
"To do what Tottenham have done in the last two decades is quite incredible because the stadium is magnificent, the training ground is unrivalled, and the club is on a good footing.
"Levy has always been sensible. You have to run the club sensibly according to its turnover and he has run the club sensibly.
"Success has eluded us on the field but think of some of the wonderful players that have played for the club in that time.
"But, of course, many fans are thirsting for a bit more silverware which finally they had.
"He is no more tough than any other chairman who protects his club and looks after his club's finances. He's got a reputation but I can assure you I've known tougher chairman.
"I don't think there's a more astute chairman in the Football League.
"He's looked after the club well. It's not easy to run a massive club. Supporters are never happy and want winning, winning, winning. It's not that easy.
"Think about some of the players Spurs have lost. It's not easy to run the club sensibly and win regularly.
"I don't think there's any question that Spurs fans will appreciate him when he is no longer there. There's an incredible legacy. The training ground and stadium are magnificent and will be there forever."