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Liberty Media, who are reportedly interested in investing in Tottenham, have just made a big announcement about the consortium’s future plans.

Tottenham takeover rumours continue to intensify

Over the last few months, it has been widely reported that Amanda Staveley is in talks with Daniel Levy over a minority takeover of Tottenham.

The former Newcastle co-owner, via her vehicle, PCP Capital Partners, has reportedly raised £500m in an effort to buy a stake in the North London club (Football Insider).

However, TBR Football point out that she is not the only one showing interest in investing in Spurs, with a number of groups having conducted due diligence on the club.

This includes Liberty Media, who own Formula One, and who already have a relationship with Spurs after agreeing a 15-year commercial deal with the club, which saw a karting track installed at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Liberty Media clarify future plans

Liberty Media certainly have the finances to not just buy a small stake in Spurs but for a full takeover of the club.

It had been rumoured that the Colorado-headquartered company were ready to cash in on Formula One and invest in other sporting ventures, but their CEO Greg Maffei has denied those reports.

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Maffei has told Motorsport Week: “Look, I don’t think there’s any plan to sell it. It’s got a great future, but, you know, I suspect the Board of Liberty will be appropriate stewards of the shareholder capital.

“The business is very well positioned, right? [We have] grown the global partnership since 2019. We’ve compounded sponsorship at 16%. We’ve compounded all the revenue streams at something like 12%.

“It’s really been a hallmark of what sports wants to be, growing fan interest through things like ‘Drive to Survive,’ growing sponsorship, growing high-end experiences. [It is] sort of a model everyone else is a little bit trying to follow.”

TBR Football relay these quotes and suggest that Liberty Media’s continued stewardship of F1 makes it less likely that they will attempt to buy into Spurs.

Tottenham keeping takeover talks under wraps

If takeover talks are going on – and one suspects they have been for over a year with various potential investors – Daniel Levy and Spurs are doing well to keep things under wraps.

Even if it is just a minority sale, we are talking huge amounts of money, which is why these sorts of negotiations will always be a slow burn, with a lot of details having to be ironed out before a deal can be finalised.

A club known for its flair and ambitious aspirations, Tottenham Hotspur has been shaped by a series of prominent managers over recent years, each leaving their mark in unique ways. But when the dust settles, whose influence truly stands tallest in Tottenham – Conte, Mourinho, or Ange Postecoglou?

Antonio Conte’s time at Tottenham

When Antonio Conte took over in November 2021, Spurs were in a precarious position, languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League table under Nuno Espírito Santo.

The Italian, renowned for his tactical discipline and fiery persona, immediately breathed life into a struggling side. By the end of the 2021-22 season, Tottenham had clawed their way into the top four, securing Champions League qualification in dramatic fashion and leaving their North London rivals, Arsenal, trailing in their wake.

However, the 2022-23 campaign told a starkly different story. What began with promise and optimism quickly unravelled as opposition teams adapted to Conte’s rigid system. By March 2023, Spurs had parted ways with the manager, their season in tatters and their Champions League hopes extinguished.

Conte’s intense, passionate management style, initially seen as a breath of fresh air, soon turned into a divisive element. Reports have since surfaced that his aggressive shouting and fiery demeanour did not inspire the squad as intended, creating friction rather than unity. This ultimately contributed to an underwhelming second season, where Spurs failed to capitalize on the promise shown under Conte’s early leadership.

In the end, Conte’s time at Spurs may serve as a reminder that intensity alone cannot bridge the gap between potential and tangible achievement.

Antonio Conte’s stats at Tottenham

Jose Mourinho’s time at Tottenham

Jose Mourinho’s arrival at Tottenham in November 2019 was a statement of intent. The ‘Special One’ brought a glittering résumé and a reputation for delivering silverware – something Spurs fans craved desperately. His tenure began brightly, with memorable victories such as a 6-1 thrashing of Manchester United at Old Trafford and a brief stint at the top of the Premier League in the 2020-21 season.

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However, as time went on, cracks began to show. Mourinho’s pragmatic approach, once lauded as a winning formula, grew increasingly divisive among fans and players. Tottenham’s form faltered, and high-profile defeats, including a Europa League exit to Dinamo Zagreb, left his position untenable. The Portuguese manager’s fate was sealed in April 2021, just days before Spurs were set to face Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final – a decision that sparked as much controversy as his tactics on the pitch.

While Mourinho’s spell ended without the elusive silverware, his tenure was a rollercoaster of highs and lows, offering a glimpse of potential but ultimately falling short of the club’s lofty ambitions.

His time at Spurs culminated in a 6th-place finish, followed by a disastrous second season that saw the team drop to 8th before he was sacked. Compared to Antonio Conte—who managed a top-four finish despite his contentious methods—Mourinho’s tenure appears even more lacklustre.

His inability to extract the best from the squad and the lack of any discernible progress make a compelling case for him being one of the worst managers in Tottenham’s modern history.

Tottenham stats breakdown Jose Mourinho

The new wave: Ange Postecoglou Tottenham revolution

In stark contrast to his predecessors, Ange Postecoglou’s appointment in June 2023 was met with a mix of intrigue and scepticism. The Australian arrived with an impressive record at Celtic but lacked the marquee name recognition of Conte or Mourinho. Yet, his impact has been nothing short of transformative.

Since his arrival, Ange has rarely put a foot wrong in the transfer market. Key signings such as Pedro Porro, Dejan Kulusevski, Dominic Solanke, Brennan Johnson, and Micky van de Ven have all thrived in his system, proving to be integral performers. The successful integration of these players underscores Ange’s sharp eye for talent and his ability to mould the team to fit his vision.

In his first full season, Ange Postecoglou guided Tottenham to a fifth-place finish, a noteworthy achievement in what was widely regarded as a transitional season.

However, there remains a sense that it could have been even better. Aston Villa unexpectedly clinched fourth place, and Spurs’ promising start to the season—marked by an impressive run in their first ten games—was disrupted by injuries to key players such as Van de Ven and James Maddison.

Ange also faced the monumental challenge of losing Harry Kane, one of the Premier League’s most prolific strikers, after his sale to Bayern Munich. Many believe that Kane’s presence could have propelled Spurs to a top-four finish. Despite this setback, Postecoglou has worked wonders with the resources at his disposal, establishing a playing style that has both excited fans and maximized the potential of his squad.

Stats breakdown: Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham

Opinion: Who stands tallest in Tottenham managerial saga?

When comparing Conte, Mourinho, and Postecoglou, it becomes clear that each brought distinct qualities to Tottenham’s ever-evolving narrative. Conte’s first season delivered immediate results, but his rigid system and fiery temperament ultimately led to a volatile second year. Mourinho promised glory but left with more questions than answers, his pragmatic style failing to align with Spurs’ attacking traditions.

Postecoglou, meanwhile, represents a fresh start – a manager who has embraced the club’s DNA and prioritised entertainment and unity. While it is too soon to declare him the most impactful, his early achievements suggest a brighter future under his stewardship.

In the end, the true measure of a manager’s influence lies not only in trophies won or league positions achieved but in the enduring legacy they leave behind. For Spurs, the journey under Postecoglou feels like a new chapter worth writing – one that could finally fulfil the aspirations of a club yearning for success on its own terms.

Tottenham Hotspur have ‘remastered’ their brand, including a new supporting colour palette which could provide some hints at what next season’s kit will look like.

Tottenham make changes to their brand

Tottenham have recently introduced a number of new emblems including a silhouette cockerel, the THFC monogram and hallmark badges which showcase key heritage features, and they have changed the font they use, as well as removing the text from their logo in a bid to ‘increase the club’s scale across different environments’.

Many were bemused when Spurs announced the decision, which has been criticised by sections of the support who see Daniel Levy as trying to Americanise Spurs as a commercial opportunity, rather than focusing on football, but others do not see it as an issue, considering the club only reintroduced their name on the logo in 2006.

But what is perhaps the most interesting detail in the announcement is that a new palette of supporting colours have been added which are ‘inspired by iconic elements of the club’s history’.

Tottenham wrote: “Ever since our home kit from 1898, the signature combination of Lilywhite and Spurs Navy have always been our core set of colours, and remain ever present to this day. A new palette of supporting colours have been introduced, which are inspired by iconic elements of the Club’s history.”

What will Tottenham’s kits look like next season?

Tottenham’s home kit is unlikely to feature any surprises, designed in navy and lilywhite as usual, which the palettes appear to support, although according to Gol De Sergio the shirt will also feature a light shade of grey.

Meanwhile, the away and third kits may be influenced by the new palettes, one of which is a combination of blazing yellow and Paxton purple, two colours which have often been used on the club’s alternate jerseys and adopted in recent years by supporters who protest the ownership of the club.

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While the other features hot terracotta to symbolise Bruce Castle and elm green which represents the Seven Sisters trees.

It would make sense that the three new palette designs will be used on the three kits the club release next season, however, the away shirt will reportedly be black and grey, like their third kit in 2012/13 (Gol De Sergio).

New Tottenham colour palette to feature in new kit?

Many clubs have released new logos and designs which have not actually featured on their kits at all. It is possible that the new colour palettes will be used on clothing ranges set to be launched by Spurs in the future, rather than their matchday apparel.

But the palettes could still feature on news kits as less prominent colours in the background, rather than being the centrepiece. All will be revealed in the not-too-distant future.

One Serie A midfielder, who reportedly featured prominently on Tottenham’s wishlist in the summer, is now subject to plenty of interest from around Europe, but it would take a huge offer to land him in January.

Tottenham target stayed put in the summer

The player in question is Atalanta midfielder, Ederson, who was heavily linked with a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the summer (Mirror).

Various Italian outlets named Spurs as one of the favourites to land the Brazilian at the time (TuttoJuve), but Atalanta managed to hold onto the 25-year-old.

The midfielder has continued to shine in Bergamo this season and it has now emerged that a number of sides across the continent are now plotting a move for him ahead of January.

Ederson asking price revealed

This latest update comes from CalcioMercato, who say that Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus are all dreaming of signing the Atalanta star.

The report does not make any mention of Tottenham, instead stating that Pep Guardiola’s men are currently at the front of the queue to land Ederson.

It is alleged that the Premier League champions see the Brazil international as someone who can add dynamism, defensive solidity and playmaking ability to their midfield in the absence of the injured Rodri.

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The report alleges that it would take an offer of €60m (£50m) to price the former Salernitana man away from Bergamo.

Atalanta’s stance on Ederson

CalcioMercato explain that Atalanta would ideally not want to lose Ederson mid-way into the season and would prefer to hold any talks over the player next summer.

Currently, the Serie A club are planning on keeping all the big names at the club in January, and this will only change if they receive ‘a huge sum’ for one of their stars.

It is also pointed out that Paris Saint-Germain are quite keen on Ademola Lookman, with the publication asserting that there is no chance of Atlanta letting both Lookman and Ederson leave in the same transfer window.

The fee Tottenham want for one of their players is considered too high for two European giants who are exploring deals for the player.

Tottenham defender a wanted man

The latest such update comes from TuttoMercatoWeb, who point out that when the Romanian made the decision to leave Genoa at the start of this year, he had the chance to join Bayern Munich.

In fact, it is alleged that the Bavarian side actually offered more money to the defender than Spurs, but he chose the latter, with the outlet hinting that the player might now be regretting his choice, given his lack of game time in North London.

Clubs cannot afford Radu Dragusin

The report in TMW backs up what we have already heard about Dragusin, claiming that Juventus and Napoli are both keen on securing his services in January.

However, it is explained that Tottenham will not consider selling the 22-year-old for a fee less than €30m (£25m) as the Premier League side have no intention of making a capital loss on the player.

It is revealed that neither the Bianconeri nor the Nerazzurri are in a position to spend such a high fee on a defensive recruit in January.

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Why would Tottenham sell Dragusin?

Postecoglou is already short of numbers in central defence and given Micky van de Ven‘s injury issues, one can argue that Tottenham need to add another centre-back to their squad in January.

It would thus make no sense for the club to consider letting Dragusin go, particularly for a fee as low as £25m.

That seems to be wishful thinking from the Italian media, with a bid of around £35m-£40m likely needed to get Tottenham to the negotiating table

Manchester United and Manchester City are both ready to challenge Real Madrid for the signature of one of Tottenham’s key players.

Real Madrid keen on Tottenham man

It has been widely reported over the last few weeks that Pedro Porro has emerged as one of Real Madrid’s top targets for next summer.

The latest outlet to make this claim was Relevo, who stated last week that Carlo Ancelotti’s men have been fans of Porro since his time in Portugal and see him as the ideal choice to replace the ageing Dani Carvajal.

However, it has now emerged that the La Liga giants might face competition for the Tottenham man from two Premier League giants.

PL offer expected to arrive for Pedro Porro

This information comes from Wednesday’s print edition of AS (as relayed by Sport Witness), who name Manchester United and Manchester City as Madrid’s competitors for the right-back’s signature.

The outlet points out that Ruben Amorim is a big fan of Porro and has a good relationship with the Tottenham man’s entourage.

It is revealed that the 25-year-old’s representatives are ‘convinced’ that the Red Devils will make an attempt to take him to Old Trafford.

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However, the publication adds that with the Spaniard’s current deal running until 2028, Tottenham will not consider selling the player for less than €70m (£58.3m).

Real Madrid’s interest is the main worry

One would not expect Porro to be desperate to leave Tottenham to join Man Utd as that move does not represent a clear step up.

Spurs will not have many concerns about losing the defender to a Premier League rival as the length of his contract means that they can ward off interest.

However, Tottenham would be wary of the prospect of Real Madrid entering the race as Porro might push for a move to the Santiago Bernabeu. Being a Spaniard, the allure and prestige of playing for Los Blancos would be significant for the Spurs man.

Man City host Tottenham as the Premier League returns after the international break. Let’s take a look at the last 10 matches between the two sides to see who has come out on top.

Tottenham vs Man City head-to-head record

The last ten games between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City extend back to the 2020-2021 season. Considering that Manchester City won four Premier League campaigns during that period and Tottenham finished 7th, 4th, 8th and 5th, the head-to-head results are relatively well split.

Results for Tottenham

Won: 4

Draw: 1

Lost: 5

Goals scored: 12

Goals against: 17

Of the teams Pep Guardiola has managed against more than 5 times, the only side he has a worse points per game average against than Tottenham is Liverpool.

Different Managers, same problems

Guardiola has been in the dugout for City’s last ten games against Tottenham, but across from him have sat 5 different Spurs managers in that time.

He has faced; Jose Mourinho, Ryan Mason (although Ryan Mason is always there), Nuno Espírito Santo, Antonio Conte and Ange Postecoglou. Despite there being different managers and different approaches, the games have played out in a similar way.

When Manchester City have won, it has appeared relatively comfortable. They almost always dominate possession and generate more chances at goal.

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However, Tottenham’s wins often embody a sense of chaotic luck. Packed deep into their own box, riding their luck with City missing good opportunities, Spurs somehow score their one or two shots on target with several last-minute goals featuring as well.

Playing against City seems to inspire Spurs players

As Manchester City each year continue to cement their dominance, their strength invites challenge and some of Tottenham’s players appear to thrive in that fixture.

City fans are often wary of Son Heung-min, whose goals were significant in knocking Manchester City out of the Champions League in 2019. Son has scored in four of the last 10 matches he has played against City, but there is another Tottenham player who relishes the fixture even more.

Manchester City is the club Dejan Kulusevski has made the most goal contributions against in his career. With 3 goals and 4 assists across 7 games, when Tottenham click against City, he is likely to be involved in the goals.

Former Tottenham scout Bryan King is not convinced by some of the players at Ange Postecoglou’s disposal and has a particularly harsh message to one player.

How good is Spurs’ squad?

Tottenham‘s starting eleven on paper is full of quality and many will feel that it is good enough to challenge the best sides in the division.

However, we have not really seen much evidence that these players can perform consistently for a sustained period of time.

This was the point that was made recently by The Athletic’s Jack Pitt-Brooke, who pointed out last week that even Tottenham’s best players are yet to show they can deliver the goods week-in, week-out.

Pitt-Brooke said on The View From The Lane podcast: “I think there’s a big problem, which is that the players are so inconsistent. Even the good players are not capable of doing it week in, week out. And I know this is a problem which, they’re certainly aware of inside the club.

“All the guys who you need to be at their best week in, week out, they’re not really, you know, Son is not having a good season, I don’t think. Admittedly, he’s had injuries, obviously, I think he has credit in the bank for being so good for the last nine years, but he’s not having a good season.

“Romero is not having a good season. Maddison is so inconsistent, he’s no longer in the team. Kulusevski is the one who is having a good season, but, you know, he can’t win games all by himself every single week. And so I think overall, there are big, big questions about the consistency of the players.”

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Bryan King says one Spurs man needs to pull up his socks

King too is not convinced that the current Tottenham squad is as good as it appears on paper. When asked about the club’s recent struggles, the former Spurs scout told Tottenham News: “You need your players, and you need a good squad.

“However, I’m not sure Spurs’ squad is as good as people think it is. They haven’t exactly set the world alight this season. Five or six of the midfielders are international players.”

The pundit was particularly critical of Maddison for failing to maintain a high standard of performance, insisting that the England international needs to start doing what he is paid to do.

King added: “Maddison has got to start improving and get a hold of himself. One week he’s playing like an England international and the next week he doesn’t even get a mention. I’d say to Maddison that you’re a highly paid professional, so start doing your job.”

Criticism of James Maddison is harsh

Maddison did not lose his place in Tottenham’ starting eleven because of his poor performances. He was dropped by Postecoglou for the sake of team balance, with the midfield being much better rounded with Pape Sarr’s running power, now that Dejan Kulusevski is playing as the advanced eight.

Tottenham are simply too vulnerable at the back if both Kulusevski and Maddison play together in the middle of the park. The England international started the season impressively and he cannot prove his critics wrong from the bench.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly worried that recent developments have jeopardised their chances of getting decent money for one player in the January transfer window.

Tottenham man’s injury nightmare continues

Richarlison has struggled to be fit for a sustained period across 2014 and his latest hamstring injury has severely derailed his chances of rescuing his Spurs career.

Dr Rajpal Brar, a doctor in physical therapy and a sports scientist, recently told Tottenham News that the Brazilian might have suffered a grade three or grade four muscular injury, and could thus be sidelined for many months.

It has now been reported by GiveMeSport that the striker is expected to be sidelined for the rest of the year, which has given a serious headache to Spurs.

Tottenham’s concern about Richarlison

The report says that with the former Everton man set for a prolonged spell on the sidelines, Spurs are concerned that his time out of action will reduce their chances of being able to sell him for a big-money fee.

The Lilywhites were reportedly hoping that the 27-year-old would rediscover some form and impress suitors enough to make a lucrative offer in January.

It is revealed that Richarlison attracted interest from Saudi Arabia during the summer transfer, with Al-Hilal toying with the idea of testing Spurs’ resolve with an offer back then.

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However, the North London club are now fearful that the forward’s injury woes will result in them struggling to move the player on.

Will Tottenham sign another striker in January?

As much as Ange Postecoglou will feel for Richarlison and want the striker to put his injury woes behind him, the Spurs boss would also want a forward who he can rely upon to share the load with Dominic Solanke.

One would expect Spurs to enter the market for a versatile forward who can play across the frontline in January, which would make it extremely hard for Richarlison to force himself back into the Australian’s plans when he recovers.

The Premier League is back, and Saturday evening’s clash promises fireworks as Manchester City host Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium. Both teams are eager to bounce back after disappointing runs before the international break, making this match crucial in shaping their season’s trajectory.

City are looking to recover from an unprecedented four-game losing streak under Pep Guardiola, while Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs aim to prove their mettle despite inconsistency in recent matches. With both sides facing fitness concerns, this encounter is set to be a tactical battle with plenty of drama.

What time does Tottenham v Manchester City kick-off?

Location: Manchester, England

Stadium: Etihad Stadium

Date: Saturday, 23rd November

Kick-off Time: 5:30 PM

Referee: John Brooks

VAR: Michael Salisbury

How both teams enter the match

Manchester City enter this fixture amidst a rare poor spell, having lost their last four matches in all competitions. Defeats to Brighton and Bournemouth in the league, Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League, and Spurs in the EFL Cup have exposed vulnerabilities in City’s defence and midfield, exacerbated by injuries to key players.

Tottenham, meanwhile, are also struggling for form, losing three of their last five matches. Recent defeats to Galatasaray in the Europa League and Ipswich in the Premier League have raised questions about their consistency. However, Spurs have enjoyed success against City in recent years, having won five of their last ten league encounters.

Tottenham team news

Tottenham face significant defensive challenges as they head to the Etihad. Micky van de Ven remains a doubt after sustaining a hamstring injury during the Carabao Cup clash against City.

Cristian Romero, who withdrew from Argentina’s squad following a foot issue, will be assessed ahead of the match. Meanwhile, Rodrigo Bentancur begins a seven-game suspension, and Wilson Odobert remains sidelined. Richarlison is unavailable due to a hamstring injury.

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Manchester City team news

City have received a significant boost with the return of Jack Grealish, Kevin De Bruyne, Manuel Akanji, and John Stones to training. However, doubts linger over the fitness of Phil Foden, Jeremy Doku, and Matheus Nunes, while Rodri and Oscar Bobb remain long-term absentees. Guardiola’s defensive setup could be crucial, given their recent struggles at the back.

Predicted Tottenham Line-Up

Vicario, Porro, Romero, Dragusin, Udogie, Kulusevski, Bentancur, Sarr, Johnson, Solanke, Son

Our prediction

Manchester City’s unbeaten run at the Etihad Stadium, now spanning 52 games, gives them a psychological edge, but Tottenham’s track record against City under Guardiola cannot be ignored.

Tottenham will count on James Maddison, with six goal contributions in nine starts, to exploit City’s weakened midfield without Rodri. Maddison’s creativity and Son Heung-min’s pace could trouble a vulnerable City defence, particularly on the right.

Expect an open game with chances aplenty as both sides rely on possession-based football. Spurs’ attacking trio of Johnson, Solanke, and Son could thrive against City’s depleted defence. However, with Erling Haaland leading the line for City, Tottenham’s shaky backline faces a stern test.

Expect a high-tempo battle with plenty of chances as two attacking sides look to outdo each other in this crucial Premier League tie.