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THE cost for Tottenham to sack Ange Postecoglou has been revealed.

The Aussie boss made good on his promise that he "always wins things" in his second season by lifting the Europa League trophy to end the club's 17-year trophy drought.

However, a 17th-placed finish in the Premier League backed up by 22 defeats - the most ever by a team not to be relegated - means Postecoglou is in a perilous position over his job.

Should chairman Daniel Levy opt to give Big Ange the boot, the decision will see the 59-year-old manager take home a compensation package worth around £4million.

And according to The Telegraph, that is ON TOP of the £2m bonus Postecoglou collected for winning the Europa League and getting the north London club into the Champions League next season.

Postecoglou has two years remaining on his Spurs contract, with the terms of his exit being decided before he signed his contract to take him to the capital from Celtic.

The report adds that the manager has now returned from holiday and should be receiving clarity over his position in the near future.

He appeared to hint he wanted to stay at Tottenham's trophy parade after he declared: "All the best TV series, season three is better than season two."

However, that decision will come down to Levy.

While sacking Postecoglou will take around £4m on its own, the total cost of then appointing a replacement could see Spurs splash out roughly £10m.

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Brentford's Thomas Frank is understood to be among the leading candidates for the position, along with Fulham boss Marco Silva.

While there is the headache over the future of the first-team coach, behind the scenes the club are also going through a major shake-up.

Levy, 63, has lost his right-hand woman in executive director Donna Cullen, who has left after 20 years of service.

Elsewhere, Ryan Mason has also left the club to further his managerial career by taking up the vacant position at Championship side West Brom.

They are set to be the first two of many departures this summer, which may include Postecoglou.

The shake-up also includes the appointment of Vinai Venkatesham as CEO, who previously served bitter rivals Arsenal in the same role.

Sources add these moves could be the prelude to majority owners Enic pumping fresh funds into the club.

TOTTENHAM legend Son Heung-min is set to leave the club, according to reports.

The Spurs skipper lifted the Europa League in what could prove to be his final appearance.

Son has been in North London for the last ten years, playing 454 games and scoring 173 goals.

But his time now appears to be up as Tottenham are looking to cash-in on him before his contract expires this time next year.

The Telegraph report that a sale would bolster their summer transfer budget and fund a squad overhaul.

Clubs from Saudi Arabia are interested in a deal for the Korean winger.

Chiefs view him as a "recognisable world star" that could boost the Pro League's growth in Asia.

The Sun exclusively revealed last week that Son was a target for the Saudis.

Tottenham triggered a one-year extension in the 32-year-old's contract in January.

Son's future may be on hold for now though as the club are yet to make a decision on who will manage them next season.

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Ange Postecoglou has not received assurances from above with the Aussie boss currently away on holiday.

The club have been talking to other managers like Brentford's Thomas Frank and Fulham's Marco Silva.

TOTTENHAM cheekily referenced their 2006 "lasagne-gate" heartbreak in today's new home kit launch.

The North Londoners' released their 2025-26 strip with a glossy video across their social media channels.

With the slogan "Take A Vow" - the campaign was themed on fans and players taking wedding-style vows.

Beloved former skipper Ledley King began the video by saying: "Loyal Spurs supporters. Beloved Lilywhites. We gather here today to take a vow between fans and club."

A series of fans and players, including Lucas Bergvall, Dejan Kulusevski and Micky van de Ven then went through the wedding-style vows routine.

As King, 45, delivered the famous "In sickness and in health" line - the promo pertinently showed a plate of lasagne.

The dodgy meal is a reference to Tottenham's May 2006 clash with West Ham at Upton Park.

Martin Jol's side went into the contest needing to win to secure Champions League football for the first time since the famous competition rebranded from the old European Cup.

Disaster struck on the eve of the match, as several members of Jol's squad were struck down by illness following a "dodgy lasagne".

Spurs went on to lose 2-1, sickeningly allowing rivals Arsenal to pip them to fourth.

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Ex-White Hart Lane favourite Jermain Defoe, who scored Tottenham's goal at Upton Park, told the Transfer Talk podcast: "I remember the build up to the game. It was massive for the football club.

"We felt like we deserved it, I remember going into the game and everyone was buzzing.

"We had the evening meal, and going to bed, I remember a call from the doctor to ask how I was feeling, because a lot of the lads were not well. I thought it was like one or two, but quite a few were struggling. I couldn't believe it.

"Such an important game and seven of the lads were sick. I still respect guys such as Michael Carrick, who went out and played even though they were struggling."

Tottenham tried desperately to get the game postponed, only to be told in no uncertain terms that failure to play could lead to a points deduction.

On what it was like in the dressing room after that infamous defeat, Jermaine Jenas later reminisced: "There was this moment where we were sat in the dressing room and there were eight, nine, 10 people being sick everywhere.

"One is in the toilet, one’s in the sink, one’s in a bucket, everyone’s just being sick everywhere.

"And then all you could hear was the biggest party ever going on in the dressing room opposite."

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King, who missed the game courtesy of a broken metatarsal, reflected: "The players were not ready to play football. I don’t know how they played. I thought at the time, this is just our luck isn’t it? It’s just Tottenham."

Despite the trauma, Spurs fans were able to see the funny side of the lasagne reference, with one writing on X: "It’s absolutely brilliant made me laugh out so loud when I saw it."

While a second commented: "The lasagna was lovely touch."

A third joked: "This killed me."

But another added: "Still hurts tbh."

TOTTENHAM have been tipped to appoint Manchester United legend Michael Carrick after speaking to potential replacements for Ange Postecoglou.

The Aussie’s future remains in doubt despite guiding Spurs to glory in the Europa League.

The Londoners finished the Premier League season in 17th.

And Tottenham chief Daniel Levy has been speaking to other managers about potentially replacing Postecoglou in the dugout this summer.

Fulham’s Marco Silva and Brentford’s Thomas Frank have both been linked with the job.

While there is also interest in Crystal Palace FA Cup winner Oliver Glasner and Inter Milan Champions League finalist Simone Inzaghi.

However, former Chelsea, West Ham and England winger Joe Cole reckons Spurs should be looking in another direction.

He has urged them to drop their gaze to the Championship and take a look at their former midfielder Carrick, who is now in charge of Middlesbrough.

The five-time Premier League winner with Man United has been in charge at the Riverside since October 2022, winning 63 of his 136 games in charge.

Carrick’s Boro finished 10th in the table this season, four points off the play-offs.

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But despite missing out on a promotion push, Cole feels Carrick could be a perfect fit for Tottenham, where he made 75 appearances between 2004 and 2006 as a player.

Cole told Paddy Power: “At Tottenham, Daniel Levy is running out of managerial candidates for the job. He’s gone big, he’s gone bold, and he’s gone off the beaten track, but none of them seem to have worked.

“Michael Carrick could be a good option for the manager’s job. An ex-Spurs player, who understands the club, would be quite nice.

“Also, I’d like to see Glenn Hoddle back at the club in some capacity. I know Tottenham fans would love to see him back and he’s got the best football brain I know.

“I’d love to see Glenn back, maybe supporting Michael Carrick. The club needs bringing together because it was really torn at times last season.”

RYAN MASON has been confirmed as the new West Brom manager.

The 33-year-old has signed a three-year contract at The Hawthorns after quitting his role as Ange Postecoglou's No.2 at Tottenham.

Mason informed Spurs on Sunday that he doesn't want to renew his contract when it expires at the end of June.

And that gave the green light for Championship side West Brom to end their six-week search to find a replacement for Tony Mowbray.

He instantly became the club's top target after Mowbray was sacked on April 21 following a poor run of form.

Spurs chairman Daniel Levy issued a heartfelt statement after Mason's seven-year coaching role in North London came to an end.

Levy, 63, said: "Ryan has been an integral part of Tottenham Hotspur for a number of years, both as a player and a coach.

“I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Ryan for all his dedication and hard work over the years, and we wish him every success for the future."

Tottenham academy coach Stuart Lewis could follow Mason to West Brom, according to BBC Sport.

Mason joined Spurs' coaching team in April 2018, playing a key role in the club's academy.

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He later became interim first-team manager, leading them to a heartbreaking Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester City, following the sacking of Jose Mourinho in 2021.

He has been part of Tottenham's senior set-up ever since, becoming acting head coach for a second time following the departure of Antonio Conte in 2023.

The Enfield-born footballer also progressed through the club’s academy and made 70 appearances for his boyhood team.

Mason was forced to cut short his playing career in 2018 at the age of 26, after fracturing his skull while playing for Hull against Chelsea a year earlier.

Highly-rated coach Mason held talks with Belgian club Anderlecht in October before a mutual decision was made to remain at Spurs.

Meanwhile, the future of Ange Postecoglou remains up in the air after his Europa League final triumph last month.

TOTTENHAM are speaking to other managers about replacing Ange Postecoglou.

But the Europa League-winning Aussie remains in the dark if the North Londoners will actually sack him or not.

Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is still weighing up whether to axe Postecoglou or keep him on after the 59-year-old ended the club’s 17-year trophy drought with glory in Bilbao earlier this month.

SunSport understands it is more likely a change in the dugout is made, with a decision expected this week, but it is not a foregone conclusion yet.

The representatives of a number of possible successors are believed to have been contacted in the meantime.

Brentford boss Thomas Frank and Fulham chief Marco Silva are among those Spurs are considering.

Crystal Palace’s FA Cup winning hero Oliver Glasner has been a target but the German says he is “99 per cent” certain to be staying with the Eagles.

While SunSport understands there has been interest in Champions League runner-up Simone Inzaghi of Inter Milan.

Postecoglou has been made to wait on his future as he and a number of Spurs staff went on holiday last week.

That was despite him clinching the club’s first piece of silverware since the League Cup in 2008 with victory over Manchester United in Spain in the Europa League final almost a fortnight ago.

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The triumph meant ex-Celtic chief Postecoglou kept up his record of winning a trophy in the second season in every managerial job he has ever had where he has lasted that long.

Spurs are set for a summer of change at executive level whether Postecoglou stays or goes.

Ex-Arsenal CEO Vinai Venkatesham is coming in as chief executive, with chief football officer Scott Munn heading out the door.

TOTTENHAM have confirmed that Kevin Danso's initial loan move is set to become a permanent transfer.

The centre-back, 26, joined Spurs from RC Lens in January on an initial six-month loan.

The transfer included an obligation to buy, with Tottenham spending £21million to make the move permanent.

Updating fans, Spurs confirmed their Danso switch while also referencing Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg's permanent move to Marseille.

Their statement read: "As previously announced, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg's loan to Marseille will become a permanent transfer this summer, while Kevin Danso's loan to us from RC Lens becomes a permanent move."

Danso made 10 Premier League appearances for Spurs either side of a hamstring injury.

The former Southampton youngster made his debut in Tottenham's Carabao Cup semi-final second leg defeat at Liverpool, while he also featured in their FA Cup exit at Aston Villa.

Danso appeared three times in Spurs' victorious Europa League campaign, including as a substitute in the 1-0 final win over Manchester United.

Upon joining at the end of the January transfer window, Danso said: "It feels amazing. I’ve always wanted to play for a big club in the Premier League and Tottenham Hotspur is exactly that… I think as soon as you hear Tottenham Hotspur is interested, the only thing you can do is say yes."

On what attracted him to Spurs, the 6ft 3in defender added: "Just everything, especially through the last few years, how big the club has become — they’ve got into a Champions League final before.

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"It’s just an amazing project to be a part of and I’m happy to be here.

"There’s opportunities to win trophies. I think that is every kid’s dream growing up — to win trophies at a Club like Tottenham Hotspur."

In addition to Hojbjerg, Spurs formally announced the departures of Fraser Forster, Sergio Reguilon, Alfie Whiteman and Timo Werner.

Forster, 37, featured 34 times for Spurs in three seasons, including four times in this year's Europa League campaign.

Reguilon signed from Real Madrid in 2020 and played 73 times for Tottenham, either side of loans with Atletico Madrid, Man Utd and Brentford.

Goalkeeper Whiteman, 26, came through the club's academy and made one first team outing.

Tottenham have unsurprisingly opted against making Timo Werner's loan deal permanent.

Academy starlets Will Andiyapan, Archie Baptiste, Jahziah Linton, Maxwell McKnight, Max Robson, Jaden Williams, Timileyin Adekunle, Dante Orr and Charlie Warre have also departed.

TOTTENHAM ace Son Heung-Min is being chased by clubs in Saudi Arabia.

And sources close to Spurs say the club WOULD consider selling their captain if a massive offer comes their way this summer.

The Tottenham skipper remains a hugely popular figure at the North London club, despite his drop off in form this season.

The 32-year-old signed a contract extension in January and is believed to be happy to stay, after Spurs' Europa League triumph secured Champions League football next season.

But uncertainty over Ange Postecoglou's future, and the chance to leave Spurs on a high, could persuade Son that now is the perfect moment to take on a new challenge.

Daniel Levy will green-light a major shake up of the squad, although it’s unclear whether Postecoglou will be trusted to oversee it or not.

And although Spurs have secured a lucrative Champions League spot, a mega-money offer for Son would help to bankroll new signings.

The South Korean winger has been identified by the billionaire-backers of the league as a superstar target, with Cristiano Ronaldo set to leave Al-Nassr.

Chiefs believe Son can open the Saudi Pro League up to a whole new audience in the Far East, where he is adored and a national icon.

Saudi League owners had hoped to persuade Mo Salah to join this summer.

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But the Egyptian has remained in the Premier League having signed a new bumper deal at champions Liverpool.

That’s led to Saudi switching their attention to Son, who has suffered this season with injuries.

Son used to be Tottenham's ever-present and was a constant source of goals and assists down the years.

But like many of his team-mates, he has been off the pace this term, scoring just 11 goals in all competitions.

Son just ended his 10th season in North London and second with the armband after Hugo Lloris left for the MLS last summer.

Meanwhile, the Saudi's have given Manchester United ace Bruno Fernandes a few days to make his mind up.

TOTTENHAM have been offered the chance to sign Leroy Sane on a free transfer, reports suggest.

Sane, 29, is out of contract with Bayern Munich this summer after helping the club win the Bundesliga.

The winger scored 13 goals in 45 games in all competitions this season.

Tottenham's Europa League triumph over Manchester United last week also secured them Champions League football for next season.

This has made the north London club a more attractive destination for players this summer.

And ex-Manchester City star Sane has been offered to Spurs for free, according to Sky Sports.

Having joined the Bavarian outfit in 2020 from Man City, Sane will be a free agent when his contract expires at the end of June.

Sane has also been linked with a transfer to London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea.

German outlet BILD claim Sane asked his agent, Pini Zahavi, to speak to the three clubs over a potential move.

Zahavi is said to be travelling to Munich for talks over his clients future this week.

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Sane's current salary sees him earn £8.3million base plus a £4.6m variable bonus.

Bayern chiefs insist on not increasing that salary if Sane stays.

Although the likes of sporting director, Max Eberl, are said to be happy to keep Sane on the books if he accepts the same or equivalent terms.

One potential offer could see Sane's base salary increased, with the variable being reduced accordingly.

Turkish champions Galatasaray are also said to have tabled an offer of £8.3m a year to Sane.

Bayern want his future resolved quickly with the new-look Club World Cup looming.

Sane has played 220 games for the club since joining, scoring 61 goals and adding 55 assists.

ANGE POSTECOGLOU is being made to wait on his Tottenham future with Daniel Levy not expected to make a decision this week.

Chairman Levy is still mulling over whether to back or sack the Aussie, who delivered the North Londoners’ first trophy in 17 years with last week’s Europa League success.

Postecoglou, who also oversaw Spurs finishing 17th in the Premier League, is currently on holiday with his family.

No meetings are believed to have been held with the 59-year-old before he left and with a number of other staff also jetting off for some post-season R ‘n R, a call on Postecoglou is not anticipated for some time yet.

Levy had been of the mind to axe the ex-Celtic chief but the Europa triumph could spark an emotional U-turn.

That has been the case for a vast number of supporters who previously wanted a change in the dugout but now are demanding Postecoglou stay after the glory in Bilbao.

Former Tottenham centre-back Ramon Vega says it is “bizarre” Postecoglou’s future is even being discussed after ending the club’s silverware drought.

The Swiss, who won the League Cup with Spurs in 1999, told SunSport: “The question of whether he deserves to stay on is disrespectful. It would be a huge mistake to sack him.

“We had managers who were names and potentially more expensive than Ange and they won nothing whatsoever.

“I don’t know where these guys (the board) are living, in reality, or cuckoo land?

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“It’s the board’s responsibility now (to back him). The club was a laughing stock until last week, let’s be honest.

“He’s suddenly put Tottenham on the map internationally and finally won a trophy with an unbelievable season with injuries.

“He has to stay, that’s it. If he’s the person who brought a trophy to the club, why is there even a question? Why do we have to wait for yes or no? That’s it, continue.”

Postecoglou urged Spurs to ensure they keep hold of talismanic defender Cristian Romero in his final press conference of the season on Sunday.

Romero was key to Spurs’ Europa triumph but has seemed to agitate for a move at times this season, stating publicly his desire to play in La Liga amid interest from Atletico Madrid.

Yet the World Cup winner, 27, hinted he could stick around by claiming he had “no doubt that staying together led us to success. We must continue, this is the path” in a social-media post.

Former centre-back Vega, 53, reckons it is essential to keep Romero - and believes retaining Postecoglou could be the key to it.

The ex-defender, who played for Spurs between 1996 and 2001, added: “Absolutely we need to keep hold of Romero. He’s top notch.

“If Ange stays, most likely Romero and all these guys will say ‘Yes I will stay’. If another person comes in, then Romero might say ‘I’m prepared to leave now’.

“Ange can convince them to stay. If you have a manager who is respected from top to bottom within the dressing room, you can achieve anything.

“This is what the board needs to realise. They have a manager that the players believe in going forward.”

Meanwhile, James Maddison is targeting a return from his serious knee injury in time for next season’s kick-off.

The England midfielder, 28, said: “I’ll have to work over the summer and rest and recover. I’ll be back hopefully for the start of next season. That’s the aim.”

Maddison will likely miss much of Spurs’ pre-season match schedule, which they announced on Tuesday will include a friendly against Newcastle in South Korea, though the date and venue are yet to be confirmed.