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Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton has given his backing to Ange Postecoglou after the ex-Hoops boss was confirmed as Nottingham Forest’s new manager. Postecoglou returns to the Premier League following his spell at Tottenham, where he ended the club’s long wait for silverware.

Sutton, who worked closely with Postecoglou during his time in Scotland as a pundit, believes Forest supporters should be excited about the Australian’s arrival, even if his final months in North London were difficult.

The former Parkhead hero pointed to Postecoglou’s record at Spurs, where he secured a fifth-place finish and delivered a European trophy, highlighting that achievements like those should not be underestimated.

Sutton also suggested that while Forest fans may see a shift in playing style compared to Nuno Espírito Santo’s approach, Postecoglou’s principles and intensity could take the club to another level if given time.

He said: (BBC 5 Live Sport), “Last season at Tottenham, you can’t get away from the fact that it was disastrous Premier League-wise.

“People are quick to forget that when he first went in at Tottenham, he really improved them and got a fifth place finish in the Premier League.

“Then he won a trophy. Tottenham do not win trophies. So he’s given Tottenham fans a night they will stick in their memories absolutely forever, so it was job done at Spurs.

“In terms of the way he’ll go about it at Nottingham Forest, he’s taken over a successful Nottingham Forest team.

“The job that Nuno did last last season, seventh place in the Premier League, it’s about building on that and possibly winning a trophy.

“In regard to the way that they play, he did tweak things last season at Tottenham and it certainly wasn’t Angeball. It was quite turgid to watch some of the football towards the end of the season.

“But he does have his principles and I think if you’re a Nottingham Forest fan you might be slightly nervous because of the way that Nuno played and the way that Nottingham Forest fans bought into that. The sort of low/medium block and more counter-attack football.

“I think it will be different under Ange in that they’ll play with greater intensity and press higher.

“I think everybody’s focusing too much in this high line thing.”

Sutton’s comments will strike a chord with Celtic fans, who saw first-hand how Postecoglou’s style transformed the club domestically and in Europe. His aggressive approach delivered five trophies in two years, including back-to-back league titles, before his move to Spurs.

The step into Forest presents a different challenge, but Sutton’s message is clear: Postecoglou has already proven he can adapt and win in difficult environments.

For Celtic supporters, there remains a strong pride in seeing their former manager held in such regard across football. His time in Glasgow not only rebuilt the club on the pitch but also enhanced his reputation globally.

Aaron Haire

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Ange Postecoglou is on the verge of returning to the Premier League, with reports suggesting he will be unveiled as Nottingham Forest manager on an 18-month contract.

The former Celtic boss, who left Tottenham Hotspur in the summer despite delivering the club’s first trophy in 17 years, has been lined up to replace Nuno Espirito Santo at the City Ground. Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is pushing to have Postecoglou in place before Saturday’s trip to Arsenal.

Postecoglou’s imminent appointment rules out any chance of Brendan Rodgers leaving Celtic for Forest, despite speculation linking him with the vacancy. The Hoops manager remains under pressure after a damaging summer transfer window, but with Forest turning to their preferred candidate, Rodgers’ focus stays on steering Celtic through a turbulent period.

Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton welcomed the news of Postecoglou’s return to English football. Writing on social media, he said: “Great to see Ange Postecoglou back in the Premier League at my boyhood club Nottingham Forest. Good luck to him!”

Postecoglou’s time at Celtic remains fondly remembered by supporters after delivering five trophies in two seasons and building one of the most exciting sides the club has seen in recent years. Now, he is set for a fresh challenge in the Premier League, tasked with continuing Forest’s upward trajectory, while playing fast, attacking football.

Aaron Haire

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Former Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou is being linked with a swift return to management following his departure from Tottenham Hotspur earlier this summer.

Postecoglou, who led Spurs to their first major trophy in 17 years by winning the Europa League, found himself out of a job after a disappointing domestic campaign saw the North London side slump to 17th in the Premier League. Despite his European success and promises of silverware entering his second season, Spurs opted for a change in direction.

Now, the 58-year-old Australian is reportedly under consideration by both Bayer Leverkusen and Fenerbahçe as they look to appoint new head coaches. Both clubs are exploring fresh options, and Postecoglou’s name has emerged as one being actively discussed.

At Celtic, Postecoglou transformed the club in just two seasons, winning five trophies and implementing an aggressive, fast-paced style of play. That reputation for building teams with a strong identity has made him an attractive candidate across Europe.

Leverkusen, one of Germany’s top clubs with Champions League football this season, could present Postecoglou with a chance to test himself in the Bundesliga. Meanwhile, Fenerbahçe are also hunting for a coach capable of restoring domestic dominance and making an impact on the continental stage.

Postecoglou is said to be open to the right opportunity, and with his stock still relatively high despite his Premier League struggles, a return to management may not be far off.

Celtic have lost another young talent to the English Premier League, with 16-year-old forward Conall Glancy completing a move to Tottenham Hotspur’s academy.

Glancy joins Spurs as a first-year scholar in their Under-18 squad, becoming the latest Scottish prospect to make the cross-border switch south. He had been with Celtic since the age of six and was highly regarded within the youth ranks at Lennoxtown.

Capable of playing off the right or through the middle, Glancy had a prolific 2024/25 campaign at Under-16 level, netting 15 goals. His performances drew interest from several clubs, but Tottenham have won the race for his signature.

While the move represents a blow to Celtic’s academy, the club will receive compensation for the youngster under FIFA’s training and development rules.

The departure follows the news that Mitchel Frame is set to join Aberdeen, as two promising youth products now move on from Parkhead in the same week. It once again raises the wider issue of talented teenagers departing before making a breakthrough into the Celtic first team, with clubs in England increasingly targeting Scottish academies for emerging talent.

In recent years, we have seen many players leave the Hoops for development fees to head south of the border. The most prominent being Ben Doak.

Celtic’s academy has a strong record of developing players, but ensuring a pathway to the first team remains one of the key challenges – particularly when Premier League clubs come calling with financial packages and infrastructure that are hard to match.

Ange Postecoglou has signalled his intention to continue his managerial career after being honoured in Greece for his success on the European stage.

The former Celtic manager received a special award in Athens, recognising his achievement in leading Tottenham Hotspur to Europa League glory last season.

Despite delivering Spurs their first major silverware in nearly two decades with a final win over Manchester United, Postecoglou was sacked following a dismal Premier League campaign.

Brentford’s Thomas Frank has since taken charge in North London, with Postecoglou surprisingly linked with the West London club.

The 59-year-old, who was born in Nea Filadelfeia before his family moved to Australia in 1970, began his journey in the game down under, first as a player, then as a coach.

That journey eventually brought him to Parkhead, where he carved his name into Celtic’s modern history books, and later to the Premier League, where he became the first Greek-born coach to lift a European trophy.

Returning to his birthplace this week for the unveiling of the new Super League season, Postecoglou was celebrated for his contribution to football and used the moment to reflect on his upbringing, his father’s influence, and the road still ahead.

He said: (X), “When I left Greece, my father and my mother, mostly my father, passed on the love they had for football to me.

“I grew up with the names. He supported AEK, Mimi Papaeoannou, Thomas Mavro and (Georgios) Delikaris.

“I hadn’t seen all these players but I knew all these names as if I had seen them, because my father always told me about these stories.

“Since I was little, I had the dream of one day reaching this level. Unfortunately as a player, this wasn’t possible, I realised that early on.

“But as a coach, I tried with all the passion I had for football to make, especially my father, and my mother proud of the sacrifices they made which made them leave their own country, their family, for me and my sister to give us the opportunity to live our dreams.

“And every day I think about that, the sacrifices he made.

“My father is not with me now but I know he sees me and is proud of what I have achieved so far. I always have my wife and my children by my side.

“The goal is to continue, we’re not done yet. I want to do all of Greece and Australia where I grew up, but especially Greece because I was born here, proud with all the things I hope will happen in the future.

“But it’s a great honour to be here. I am low profile and don’t talk too much but know that in my heart these moments remain very close to me. Thank you very much.”

Postecoglou is still held in high regard by Celtic fans after leading the club to five trophies in two seasons, including a Treble in his final year.

Even though his spell at Spurs was cut short, he’s showing no signs of slowing down. At a stage where some managers look to step back, Postecoglou looks determined to push on, fuelled by the same drive that took him from Melbourne to the top level.

Talk continues about where he might end up next, whether that’s back at a club or in international football. But one thing is clear from his words in Athens: he’s not finished yet.

Former Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou reportedly held informal talks with Brentford about replacing Thomas Frank, according to The Athletic.

While the Premier League club did reach out to the former Tottenham manager, it’s understood that both parties mutually agreed not to proceed to a formal interview. The feeling was that a move wouldn’t be the right fit at this stage for either Postecoglou or Brentford.

Spurs brutally sacked the Aussie after he guided them to a Europa League, their first European trophy since 1984, and their first trophy in 17 years.

The league form was inconsistent, but many thought that win over Manchester United in Bilbao would do enough to secure his job.

Thomas Frank took over from Ange Postecoglou at Spurs.

Ultimately, Brentford opted to promote from within, naming assistant manager Keith Andrews as Frank’s successor.

Postecoglou’s stock does remains high in English football following his spell at Spurs, despite a mixed term.

The Aussie led Celtic to five trophies in two seasons before departing in 2023.

Ange Postecoglou could be set for a return to the dugout, with Los Angeles FC reportedly looking to appoint him as their next manager. [RecordSport]

Postecoglou is out of work after being sacked by Tottenham Hotspur earlier this month. The Australian coach led Spurs to a Europa League title, their first major trophy since 2008.

Despite that success, a poor league campaign saw them finish near the bottom of the English Premier League, leading to his departure after just one season.

Now he’s being linked with a move to Major League Soccer. LAFC, who are aiming to reach the playoffs, are in the market for a new manager after parting ways with Steve Cherundolo. Reports in the United States say the club’s Technical Director, Neil McGuinness, is keen to bring Postecoglou to California.

McGuinness knows Postecoglou well from their time at Celtic. He worked as a scout at the Glasgow club when Postecoglou was manager, and helped shape the squad that won five trophies in two seasons under the Australian. McGuinness is now one of the decision-makers at LAFC and is understood to be driving the interest.

LAFC already have big names in their squad, including Olivier Giroud, and want a manager who can deliver silverware. Postecoglou’s attacking style and proven record make him an attractive option.

The 59-year-old has worked all over the world. He started in Australia, won titles in Japan, then became a fan favourite at Celtic before moving to the Premier League. His career has shown he’s not afraid of new challenges.

Although clubs in Europe and elsewhere are also said to be interested in hiring him, LAFC believe they have a strong chance of convincing him to make the move to MLS.

Postecoglou is seen as one of the top available managers right now, and LAFC are serious about their approach. If he accepts, it would be another big step in a career that’s already seen success on several continents.

No deal has been agreed yet, but talks are expected to continue in the coming weeks as LAFC prepare for the next stage of their season.

Ange Postecoglou may no longer be in charge at Tottenham, but his impact on the club’s European campaign is still being felt.

Just over a week after lifting the Europa League trophy in Bilbao, the former Celtic manager was sacked, despite guiding Spurs to their first European title in over four decades.

The decision to part ways with the Australian has sparked plenty of debate, especially given the dismal league campaign that saw Tottenham slump to 17th in the Premier League. Still, Postecoglou’s reputation for delivering silverware in his second season remained intact. True to his word, he delivered a major honour, even if his time in North London ended abruptly.

His departure has left many supporters frustrated, with a vocal section of the fanbase arguing he deserved another season to build on European success. That frustration has only grown after the release of footage showing Postecoglou’s pre-match speech ahead of the Europa League final.

The clip, which has been doing the rounds on social media, shows Postecoglou addressing his squad inside the San Mamés Stadium in the moments before kick-off.

Long known for his ability to motivate players, the 59-year-old didn’t disappoint when it mattered most. His calm but brilliant message laid bare the belief he had in his team and the significance of the moment they were about to step into.

Much like his time at Celtic, Postecoglou leaves behind a legacy built on both results and connection. His ability to inspire and get a tune out of his squad in the biggest moments continues to be a hallmark of his managerial career.

And while his time at Spurs ended in frustration, that Europa League triumph, his third piece of silverware in Europe, cements his status as a manager who always finds a way to deliver.

Daniel Levy has finally broken his silence over Ange Postecoglou’s sacking.

Just 16 days after lifting Tottenham’s first trophy in 17 years and their first European trophy in over 40, Postecoglou was shown the door. Spurs chairman Levy says it came down to ambition and insisted he wants more than just a bit of silverware.

“There’s no point having a wonderful stadium if you don’t have a wonderful team, winning,” Levy said on Spurs’ YouTube. “Failure is not an option.”

He reckons Spurs should be competing for the Premier League and the Champions League – and clearly doesn’t believe Ange was the man to take them there.

“We need to win the league. We want to win the Premier League. We want to win the Champions League. We want to win.”

He went on, “I’m very grateful to Ange. I don’t regret appointing him. In his first season we finished fifth and in our second season we were over the moon to win a trophy. But we need to compete in all competitions, and we felt we needed a change.”

Levy insists it wasn’t a solo call. “It was a collective decision, it wasn’t just mine. Emotionally, it was difficult, but we believe we’ve made the right decision for the club.”

With Thomas Frank coming in from Brentford, Levy’s betting big that he can take Spurs to the very top. But many fans are baffled that a proven winner like Ange, who delivered in Europe, has been ditched in favour of a man who’s never managed in Europe, let alone won anything.

It’s a decision that’s sure to come back and bite Spurs. Ange Postecoglou is expected to head back into management, with plenty of interest in him. There are a few clubs in England and Europe keen on him, while reports have suggested he could make the move to Saudi Arabia.

Former Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou may be heading for an unexpected return to the dugout, with Saudi side Al-Ahli showing interest in appointing the Australian.

Reports claim that contact has been made as the club considers options should current manager Matthias Jaissle depart.

Just over two weeks ago, Postecoglou delivered European silverware for Tottenham by securing the Europa League. However, that success wasn’t enough to save his job.

Ten days after lifting the trophy, Spurs chairman Daniel Levy dismissed him following a disastrous league campaign that saw the London club slump to 17th in the Premier League table.

The decision to part company with the former Celtic boss sparked strong reactions. While some backed the move, many supporters and players voiced their appreciation for Postecoglou, with several members of the squad paying tribute to his work and leadership.

Now without a club, the 59-year-old finds himself evaluating the next stage of his career.

Al-Ahli are monitoring the situation closely as uncertainty surrounds Jaissle’s position, even after the German coach guided them to the AFC Champions League title last month.

Postecoglou is understood to be weighing up several proposals. While the Middle East offer is on the table, interest remains in both England and mainland Europe.

His preference is thought to be a fresh opportunity in the Premier League, though the financial package on offer from Saudi Arabia could prove influential.