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The news that Daniel Levy is no longer in charge at Spurs swept across our fanbase.

There was shock, joy, bemusement, there was even a feeling among some that all their Christmases had come at once. The end has arrived for the most successful, unsuccessful chairman in our history - perhaps even in Premier League history.

But what do we do now? I've always wondered at the end of a film when the credits roll after the 'baddie' has been vanquished, what happens next? Do the newly liberated just go back to work and eat their lunch?

As an adult, I've not known this club without him. He has been the lightning rod on many occasions for our anger. For some, getting him out has become their entire Spurs identity, now with him gone we are left thinking - was Daniel Levy good?

He walks away having created a conglomerate of a football club. On one side of the scale there are the ticket prices, NFL and the F1 race track, the other two trophies and a bucket of broken dreams.

Levy built a well oiled money-making machine. He excelled in those areas, it was what made him tick - but it didn't make us tick. We wanted more success on the green stuff.

I have felt for quite sometime that football matters had passed him by and this summer was the moment for him to walk away. His legacy will live on in concrete. The stadium and the training ground are magnificent feats of engineering and ambition, but when it came to team building, he didn't have the same vision or determination.

What he has achieved at Spurs is incredible. The club has completely changed for the better, but there will always be the nagging feeling that there should have been more. We squandered too many chances on the pitch, and it is those moments that tarnish what he did off it.

It is the right moment for his credits to roll. Maybe in five years we will look back and say - "all of this was because of Daniel".

But today, most of us are just happy he has gone and we can get back to supporting.

Daniel Levy has stepped down as chairman of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club after nearly 25 years in charge. So who now owns the club?

The majority of Spurs is owned by British investment group, Enic.

Enic own a majority 86.58% of the club, while the remaining 13.42% is owned by a group of minority investors.

Menawhile, Daniel Levy still owns 29.88% of Enic.

Levy will remain a shareholder of Enic, but will cease to have any direct involvement with the club.

The majority of Enic is owned by British businessman Joe Lewis and his family, who also own the Tavistock Group, a private equity company.

In 2022, Lewis handed control of Spurs to the family trust.

Financial documents the club filed with the UK's Companies House indicate that Lewis no longer has "significant control" over the club.

There has been much hierarchical changes over the past months, which the Lewis family have been at the forefront of.

The younger generation of the Lewis family - Joe's children Vivienne and Charlie – have been key in making these decisions.

The club named Vinai Venkatesham as their new chief executive in April and Peter Charrington became the non-executive chairman, a new role, following Levy's exit.

In an official statement, Tottenham said there would be "no changes to the ownership or shareholder structure".

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."

Daniel Levy's exit is a notable pivot by Tottenham.

The club's hierarchy reportedly made the decision to focus more on sporting success, which is tinge ironic considering they ended a 17-year wait for silverware a little over three months ago.

But Spurs were essentially 'nearly men' during the Levy era and lifted just two trophies – the League Cup in 2008 and last season's Europa League. They finished second in the Premier League in 2016-17, reached 15 semi-finals and six finals, including the Champions League showpiece in 2019 where they lost to Liverpool.

Levy is a polarising character and was often accused of extreme frugality during his time as executive chairman. The club made a profit in the transfer market between 2010 and 2020, which coincided with their most successful period of Premier League finishes.

In the five years since, he agreed to a net spend of more than £450m in an attempt to keep up with rival teams. However, last season's 17th-place finish could potentially have cost the 63-year-old his job, regardless of their very recent European success.

Omissions and new call-ups

England v Andorra (Sat, 17:00 BST)

Karan Vinod

BBC Sport Journalist

It's not just injuries that Thomas Tuchel has to deal with. It is also omissions and new call-ups to the England squad.

Tuchel has made notable selection calls, leaving out Real Madrid's Trent Alexander-Arnold and Everton's Jack Grealish in favour of Reece James and Marcus Rashford.

Djed Spence and Elliot Anderson have also been included and could make their England debuts, along with James Trafford and Jarrell Quansah.

'The competition is on'

England v Andorra (Sat, 17:00 BST)

Thomas Tuchel said "the competition is on" for places, with the World Cup starting next June.

"I don't like the phone calls [telling players they are not included] but I kind of like them because it shows we have players pushing and players fighting for a place in the squad," the England manager said.

"That's exactly what we want."

Tuchel named a 26-man squad last time out but the German has deliberately cut it for 24 for September's games.

"We have made the squad more tight, more competitive. We have to create a better feeling, we have to bring more energy," he added.

Tuchel and Burn to give thoughts

Alex Howell

BBC Sport football reporter at St George's Park

We're back at St George's Park and ready to hear from Thomas Tuchel and Dan Burn before the match with Andorra tomorrow.

As usual Tuchel is going to be asked about his selection thoughts as well as how the new players in the squad have done this week in training.

England beat Andorra in a disappointing 1-0 win in June and Tuchel has said that he expects a different feeling and energy during the matches in this window.

What will be Levy's legacy as his Spurs era ends?

Phil McNulty

BBC Sport chief football writer

Tottenham Hotspur's executive chairman Daniel Levy - who has "stepped down" after almost 25 years - will always be regarded as one of the most contentious figures in their history.

He was the driving force behind the world-class infrastructure the club now boasts, from the magnificent new £1bn stadium that stands comparison with any in the sport, to the spectacular training headquarters at Hotspur Way in Enfield.

And yet, instead of being lauded for these towering achievements, Levy's time at the top always be overshadowed for many fans by the lack of success associated with his reign.

While he still retains a minority ownership but will not be involved in the day-to-day running of the club, the news of Levy's exit will be greeted with undisguised delight by a large percentage of the Spurs fanbase.

Levy will also be forever associated with instability, including a revolving door of 12 sacked managers as Spurs reached 16 semi-finals and seven finals, not including the recent Uefa Super Cup.

And it is the lack of silverware that will always cast a dark cloud over his chairmanship.

History will be kind when his achievements off the field are reflected upon - but there can be no escaping the failures on it.

In his time at the helm, Spurs won only the League Cup under Juande Ramos in 2008, then the Europa League last season, with Levy then courting criticism after their first glory in 17 years by sacking manager Ange Postecoglou 16 days after the win against Manchester United in Bilbao.

'I think it is a decision taken by younger generations'

Sami Mokbel

BBC Sport Senior football correspondent on BBC Football Daily

The other interesting element of this that isn't in the statement is that this happens with immediate effect so read into that what you will.

Daniel Levy's family own 30% of ENIC who are the majority shareholders of Tottenham.

But, my understanding is that he will cease to have any direct involvement with the club with him stepping down as Executive Chairman but the shareholding structure between ENIC and Tavistock does not change.

But, all out indications are that Levy will cease to have any control of the club. Also, from what I understand, this is not necessarily a decision taken by Joe Lewis himself. I think it's a decision taken by younger generations of the club.

So, Vivian and Charlie, who are Joe's children, are involved in the decision and Joe's grandson in-law Nick Beucher is also involved.

'I would say Levy has looked after the club well'

David Pleat

Former Tottenham manager on BBC Radio 5 live

To achieve success in the modern game without mega money is very difficult and to do what Tottenham have done in the last two decades is quite incredible.

The stadium is magnificent, nobody can rival the training ground, and the club is on a good footing and he has always been sensible.

Daniel Levy is no more tough than any other chairman who protects his club and looks after his club's finances. As far as being a custodian of the club I don't think there is a more astute chairman. I would say he has looked after the club well.

'They want a greater focus on sporting success'

Sami Mokbel

BBC Sport Senior football correspondent on BBC Football Daily

It is bombshell news and news that has caught the industry on the hop.

But, if you work in the realms of London football in terms of journalism and reporting - many of us would have heard soundings to this effect over the course of the summer.

Having spoken to various people involved in the decision, the Lewis family who own the Tavistock Group who effectively own Tottenham have decided that they want a greater focus on sporting success. So take from that what you will.

They say that element is clear. I wouldn't backtrack on anyone saying it was probably not Daniel Levy's decision.

The other element to that is there is also a feeling at the Tavistock Group that the success on the pitch has not been consistent enough and I have been told that element is part of the decision for Daniel to step down.

Levy exits role as Tottenham executive chairman

Dan Roan

BBC sports editor

Daniel Levy's near 25-year reign as executive chairman of Tottenham is over.

Spurs' official announcement said he had "stepped down", but BBC Sport understands the decision was taken out of Levy's hands.

Well-placed sources said the ownership agreed for him to leave his position amid a belief that change would lead to greater sporting success.

Levy was appointed in March 2001 and leaves after the club won the Europa League in May to end a 17-year wait for a trophy.

The 63-year-old was the Premier League's longest-serving chairman and earned an estimated £50m-plus during his time in charge, but he was also the target of regular protests from Spurs fans, especially last season.

Levy will go with immediate effect and there will be no notice period, with the timing of his departure after the summer transfer window a deliberate move.

However, one source familiar with Levy told BBC Sport the former chairman had to operate with "one hand tied behind his back" during his tenure, and had to diversify revenue streams as a result.

They said they felt there'd been insufficient investment in Spurs for the past 25 years, and the question was whether that would really change.

Slovakia stun Germany in World Cup qualifying

Slovakia 2-0 Germany

Germany suffered a surprise defeat away to Slovakia in their opening World Cup qualifier in Bratislava.

David Hancko gave the hosts the lead three minutes before half-time, running from his own half before playing a one-two with David Strelec, and finishing past visiting keeper Oliver Baumann.

Middlesbrough forward Strelec added the second when he bamboozled Antonio Rudiger 10 minutes after the restart with some tidy footwork before curling a shot into the top corner.

This was only the fourth World Cup qualifier Germany have ever lost.

Liverpool's Florian Wirtz and new Newcastle signing Nick Woltemade were both in Julian Nagelsmann's side, but the visitors were disappointing in attack.

Northern Ireland won 3-1 in Luxembourg in Group A's other game and visit Germany next on Sunday (19:45 BST).

Wales dig deep to beat Kazakhstan and top group

Kazakhstan 0-1 Wales

Wales had to dig deep to avoid embarrassment in Kazakhstan as they held on for a narrow win that moved them to the top of their World Cup qualifying group.

Kieffer Moore gave the initially dominant visitors a first-half lead on his 50th international appearance, sliding in on the rebound after Liam Cullen's header from a Harry Wilson free-kick had been saved.

However, Wales lost their grip on the game and Kazakhstan, ranked 114th in the world, were agonisingly close to equalising early in the second half when Galymzhan Kenzhebek's curling 20-yard shot was tipped on to the crossbar by Karl Darlow.

Craig Bellamy's side had chances to put the result beyond doubt but their fired-up opponents continued to press for a leveller and what would have been a significant result for Kazakh football.

With the final kick of the game, Serikzhan Muzhikov's curling set-piece flicked the top of the bar and Wales clung on for victory.

Their subdued celebrations at the final whistle gave an idea of what they made of their indifferent performance but, most importantly, the result keeps alive their hopes of qualifying automatically for the 2026 World Cup.

We asked for your views on Daniel Levy stepping down as Tottenham executive chairman.

Here are some more of your comments:

Richard: As a long time season ticket holder, I feel that it's a sad day, and maybe one we will come to regret. Levy has built a stable and sustainable club, which in future will be able to compete with any club in the world. However, some of our younger fans don't care about the future - they want success now, at any cost, even if it means bankrupting the club. That's today's world I'm afraid. But being Tottenham born and bred, I wish to thank him for everything that he has done for the area. Mr Levy, you will always be a local legend.

Niel: Levy came in and recognised that if Tottenham are to compete with the 'big' money clubs Tottenham needed to modernise to remain sustainable and competitive. If you don't get big money sponsors/investors, you need to diversify your income streams. This is what Levy has managed to do. This brings in an income which, once stabilised, can be reinvested in the team. In other words he recognised that Tottenham needed to get the business right before you get the team right.

Mark: We owe Daniel Levy a vote of thanks. He said that we would have a world class ground and training facilities and he delivered. He has turned us into a team that expects to challenge for major honours. He has been brilliant in the transfer market, buying promising young players, who, should they decide to leave, we make money on. He has increased the club's profile so much that world class players want to play for us. Also, on transfers, he wouldn't let us be bullied by anyone. A true Spurs fan, thank you for all you have done for us.

It is bombshell news and news that has caught the industry on the hop.

But, if you work in the realms of London football in terms of journalism and reporting - many of us would have heard soundings to this effect over the course of the summer.

Having spoken to various people involved in the decision, the Lewis family who own the Tavistock Group who effectively own Tottenham have decided that they want a greater focus on sporting success. So take from that what you will.

They say that element is clear. I wouldn't backtrack on anyone saying it was probably not Daniel Levy's decision.

The other element to that is there is also a feeling at the Tavistock Group that the success on the pitch has not been consistent enough and I have been told that element is part of the decision for Daniel to step down.

The other interesting element of this that isn't in the statement is that this happens with immediate effect so read into that what you will.

Levy's family own 30% of ENIC who are the majority shareholders of Tottenham.

But, my understanding is that he will cease to have any direct involvement with the club with him stepping down as Executive Chairman but the shareholding structure between ENIC and Tavistock does not change.

But, all out indications are that Levy will cease to have any control of the club. Also, from what I understand, this is not necessarily a decision taken by Joe Lewis himself. I think it's a decision taken by younger generations of the club.

So, Vivian and Charlie, who are Joe's children, are involved in the decision and Joe's grandson in-law Nick Beucher is also involved.

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Arijit Singh is set to become the first Indian-born artist to headline a UK stadium when he heads to London for his only European date of 2025.

Described by the BBC Asian Network as "one of the most popular and beloved playback singers in India", the 38-year-old's music is listened to by nearly 50 million people a month, according to Spotify.

The vocalist, whose music often features in Bollywood films, is performing at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Friday.

Here is a guide to all you need to know.

Planned Tube strikes are not set to start until Sunday and so will not affect concertgoers' journeys.

The nearest station is White Hart Lane (zone 3) on London Overground's Weaver line, which is a five-minute walk away.

Northumberland Park (10 minutes' walk) Tottenham Hale (25) and Seven Sisters (30) are other options.

Local buses include the 149, 259, 279 and 349 although these will be diverted to the east of the stadium at Lansdowne Road.

Transport for London (TfL) has warned of "large crowds and increased traffic levels with local road closures in place around the stadium".

Daniel Levy's near 25-year reign as executive chairman of Tottenham is over.

Spurs' official announcement said he had "stepped down", but BBC Sport understands the decision was taken out of Levy's hands.

Well-placed sources said the ownership agreed for him to leave his position amid a belief that change would lead to greater sporting success.

Levy was appointed in March 2001 and leaves after the club won the Europa League in May to end a 17-year wait for a trophy.

The 63-year-old was the Premier League's longest-serving chairman and earned an estimated £50m-plus during his time in charge, but he was also the target of regular protests from Spurs fans, especially last season.

Levy will go with immediate effect and there will be no notice period, with the timing of his departure after the summer transfer window a deliberate move.

However, one source familiar with Levy told BBC Sport the former chairman had to operate with "one hand tied behind his back" during his tenure, and had to diversify revenue streams as a result.

They said they felt there'd been insufficient investment in Spurs for the past 25 years, and the question was whether that would really change.

"I am incredibly proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees," said Levy, who had a reputation in football for being a shrewd operator and tough negotiator.

"We have built this club into a global heavyweight competing at the highest level. More than that, we have built a community.

"I was lucky enough to work with some of the greatest people in this sport, from the team at Lilywhite House and Hotspur Way to all the players and managers over the years.

"I wish to thank all the fans that have supported me over the years. It hasn't always been an easy journey but significant progress has been made. I will continue to support this club passionately."

Tottenham's European trophy success last season came against the backdrop of a difficult Premier League campaign in which the team finished 17th under head coach Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked in the summer and replaced by Thomas Frank.

There were a number of protests aimed at Levy last season, with prominent banners at the home defeat by Leicester in January carrying the messages "Our game is about glory, Levy's game is about greed" and "24 years, 16 managers, 1 trophy - time for change".

There were also regular chants of "Levy out" during the campaign.

During his tenure, Levy oversaw the switch from White Hart Lane to the £1bn state-of-the-art Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which the club made their new home in 2019.

Spurs also reached the Champions League final under former manager Mauricio Pochettino in 2019 but missed out on the trophy following a 2-0 defeat by Liverpool.

Football finance expert Kieran Maguire has described Tottenham as the "most profitable club in Premier League history" because of the money their new stadium generates, a historically lower wage structure and a "degree of caution" on transfer spending.

This summer, according to FootballTransfers.com, Spurs have spent about £181m on signings who have included attacking midfielders Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus.

Tottenham have been making key appointments in recent months. Before Frank's arrival, the club named Vinai Venkatesham as their new chief executive in April.

Peter Charrington becomes non-executive chairman, a new role, following Levy's exit.

Charrington, is a director of Tottenham's owners Enic, a vehicle for running the club owned by the Tavistock Group, which in turn is owned by the Lewis family. He was appointed to the Spurs board in March as a non-executive director.

Levy and his family hold a stake in Enic.

In announcing Levy's departure, the club said: "Tottenham Hotspur has been transformed over the last quarter of a century.

"It has played in European competitions in the last 18 of 20 seasons, becoming one of the world's most recognised football clubs, consistently investing in its academy, players and facilities, including a new, world-class stadium and state-of-the-art training centre.

"The club has also competed regularly at the highest level, enjoying a number of fantastic on-field successes, including the recent Europa League cup win."

Tottenham said there would be "no changes to the ownership or shareholder structure".

Charrington thanked Levy for his service and added: "This is a new era of leadership for the club, on and off the pitch. I do recognise there has been a lot of change in recent months as we put in place new foundations for the future.

"We are now fully focused on stability and empowering our talented people across the club, led by Vinai and his executive team."

The change of leadership comes with the club sitting fourth in the Premier League after three games of the 2025-26 season.

BBC Sport has been told that there is a sense from the Lewis family that success on the pitch has not been consistent enough over the years of Levy's reign.

Spurs have won two trophies during his 25 years at Spurs, the first being the League Cup in 2008.

The Lewis family are aware of some of the supporter discontent – much of it directed at Levy - that has engulfed the club in recent years.

Tavistock figurehead Joe Lewis, 88, is understood to have had a peripheral role in the decision for Levy to leave his post.

It is understood that younger generations of the family – Vivienne and Charlie, who are Joe's children – have been key in making the decision.

Vivienne has been particularly visible at Spurs in recent months. Nick Beucher - the grandson-in-law of Joe Lewis - has also taken a greater involvement.

BBC Sport understands all the hierarchical changes over the past few months have led to today's announcement.

It is understood the role of executive chairman will be removed with a view to modernising the board's structure.

The Lewis family have been at the forefront of those changes, including the decision regarding Levy.

Levy will remain a shareholder of Enic but will cease to have any direct involvement with the club.

The share structure of Enic will remain unchanged.

The Lewis' initiated a thorough external review of Tottenham's operation earlier this year, and well-placed sources told BBC Sport that followed a number of concerns from the Tavistock Group.

The financial operation of the club was among the areas reviewed.

It is also understood the ownership made a significant investment into the club over the past few months which has helped Spurs in the transfer market.

The review also resulted in the aforementioned board changes, including the appointments of Charrington and Venkatesham.

Former Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson on BBC Radio 5 Live:

There's going to be mixed feelings among the fans about Daniel. He's been the front of Enic for a number of years and has been responsible for how the money has been spent.

He's faced his share of criticism, but I think when you look at the business side of things... it's evolved, and you can't take that away from what he's done.

The criticism he will be always be faced with is the investment being used correctly on the pitch.

It's a really strange time. I don't know why they've chosen now, a couple of games into a new season, but there's going to be interesting times ahead.

The legacy Daniel leaves, everybody will think about the stadium and the training ground but also the underachievement on the pitch. There will be mixed emotions, but he can certainly hold his head up high on the business front.

Hindsight's a great thing and we can all sit from a distance and have our own opinion but, when you look at what he's done, I think genuinely he's always had the best interests of the club at heart.

My personal dealings with him, I can't speak highly enough of him. I know he's a very family orientated man and I understand what a job like that impacts on your family and your personal life and what he's sacrificed and what he's given to that club.

We asked for your views on Daniel Levy stepping down as Tottenham executive chairman.

Here are some of your comments:

Alex: He's taken a team from perpetual relegation struggles to almost continual European qualification, built an incredible new stadium, enticed a string of top managers and lots of exciting players. We've come close to winning the league and made lots of finals and semis - the trophy haul could so nearly have been much better. But I think that ultimately Daniel Levy will be seen as the great moderniser of the club, and will hopefully get the respect he is due. A well run club, the envy of most of the football world. He can retire accomplished.

Woodilson: Initially feel happy. Many Spurs fans have wanted this for ages. But there's no change of ownership so I am not sure where this leaves us entirely. Fascinated to know if this was planned or whether this is Levy actually realising he made mistakes this summer.

Dan: I must admit I've been a firm 'Levy Out' supporter in recent years because of the poor footballing decisions but I cannot deny that under his leadership the club has really grown from the Alan Sugar era. I loved the old White Hart Lane but the current stadium is incredible and the clearest stand out project from Levy's tenure. I wish him well for the future! Thank you Daniel!

Dave: Thankful. Thankful for all he did on the financial side, making us a strong club. Thankful that he has now stepped down. His 'shrewd negotiations' have cost us a number of signings over the years. People know how to play him.