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Ange Postecoglou could make a return to the Premier League much sooner than expected.

Postecoglou was sacked in June, just weeks after ending Tottenham’s 17-year trophy drought.

Despite enduring a miserable domestic season, Postecoglou won the Europa League at Spurs and did not anticipate that his job would be under threat.

However, Daniel Levy took action after Postecoglou somehow finished 17th in the Premier League and recorded 22 losses.

Developments in the Premier League mean that Postecoglou could be returning to the English top-flight very soon.

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Ange Postecoglou favourite to become Nottingham Forest manager

Alex Crook has reported that Postecoglou remains one of the early favourites to replace Nuno Espirito Santo as Nottingham Forest manager.

Nuno has done a fantastic job at Forest, taking them from fighting relegation to securing European football last season.

However, reports of a breakdown in the relationship between Nuno and owner Evangelos Marinakis have been circulating in the media all summer, and the Forest ownership has finally pulled the trigger.

With the board favouring a more attractive style of football, Ange is already one of the top candidates to fill the role.

His Spurs side last season had no issues finding the back of the net, but rather defending their own.

It’s clear to see that a move for Ange after two years of defensive stability under Nuno is a huge risk, and perhaps one that won’t be well received by Forest fans.

However, Marinakis is not afraid of making risky decisions, and it wouldn’t be a shock to see Postecoglou in the dugout as Forest manager in the coming weeks.

Thomas Frank has already fixed some of Ange Postecoglou’s problems

Postecoglou’s failure to adapt his system was one of his biggest flaws as Tottenham manager, yet in Frank, Spurs have already been extremely versatile in just four games.

Tottenham’s 3-0 win against Burnley was spearheaded by Richarlison, whilst Spurs’ brilliant win over Manchester City was a fantastic display of defensive stability, something fans did not see too often.

Despite the disappointing loss to Bournemouth before the international break, Frank has gotten Spurs fans on board with his versatile and disciplined approach to matters so far.

Perhaps Postecoglou will need to find a balance between free-flowing football and defensive pragmatism if he gets the Nottingham Forest job.

Tottenham completed some eye-catching deals this summer, with Randal Kolo Muani certainly one of those.

Spurs signed Kolo Muani on a season-long loan from PSG, and he will provide Thomas Frank with fresh attacking impetus.

However, given that Oliver Glasner has said Kolo Muani should play centrally, it will be interesting to see how Frank fits him in.

Although the France international is viewed as a promising arrival, an issue with the transfer has already been highlighted.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Tottenham could rue key part of Randal Kolo Muani deal

Spurs reportedly tried to sign another player after Kolo Muani, but he ended up being the final addition of the summer.

The 26-year-old joined on a season-long loan, but crucially, there is no option to make the signing permanent.

Now, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that could prove costly for Tottenham

“It’s frustrating that it doesn’t come with an option attached,” Wenham said.

“If it goes well, it might be that we’re thinking, ‘oh, my gosh’, Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal, whoever, are also trying to get the player based on his form for Tottenham this year. So we’ll have to cross that bridge when we get there.

“I mean, there’s an argument that you hope he does do that well, that those clubs want him, because that means he’ll have done well on the pitch at Tottenham.

“There’s also a risk attached to that. But I think in the scenario of having a free striker, I think it’s a risk worth taking, and I’m hopeful that Kolo Muani will be incredibly successful for us.”

Randal Kolo Muani worth the gamble for Spurs

Given that the Frenchman has arrived without a fee, his signing his essentially risk-free.

During his career, he has shown plenty of promise, but perhaps has not quite lived up to the hype that surrounded him in his early days.

Like Xavi Simons, Kolo Muani had to leave PSG in order to play regular football, meaning that he has a point to prove.

Although it is early into Frank’s reign, Spurs have shown that they are a threat going forward, which will suit the France international.

As Wenham rightly states, the only thing that should concern the Lilywhites is if he performs so well that other clubs come sniffing.

Tottenham have already turned their attention towards possible targets for the January transfer window.

The Lilywhites ended the summer with eight new additions to their ranks, and they have already outlined some clear targets for the winter window, despite the summer edition having only just closed.

Tottenham are eyeing up a move for Nathan Collins, after also showing an interest in the Brentford defender earlier in the summer, but they may have a far easier deal on their hands with another player that they have shown interest in.

Thomas Frank is seemingly keen to continue strengthening his squad, and he appears to have just been handed the perfect opportunity to secure a move for another of his summer targets.

Regis Le Bris shares unconvincing Dennis Cirkin verdict amid Spurs interest

Tottenham were linked with Dennis Cirkin during the summer transfer window, as they contemplated a move to bring the former Hotspur Way starlet back to his boyhood club.

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The left-back was excellent for Sunderland last term as they secured promotion to the Premier League, but a pre-season injury and additional competition has prevented him from featuring so far in 2025/26.

Spurs were unable to strike a deal in the summer, however a January move could potentially be on the cards, after Black Cats boss Regis Le Bris delivered an unconvincing message on the defender, when asked about whether he sees him as an important part of his plans this season.

“We’ll see,” he said, according to the Sunderland Echo.

“We’ve stepped up as a club, and as a player, you have to do the same. Because of the injury, it wasn’t possible for him to show his qualities in pre-season. We’ll see later.”

Le Bris has now added to his options on the left of the backline, and while he didn’t flat out suggest that Cirkin isn’t part of his plans, his comments will surely have caught the eye in N17.

He had the chance to back the defender’s ability and quash the interest in him, and the fact that he chose not to perhaps suggests that he may already be resigned to his departure, either in January or at the end of the season when his contract expires.

Dennis Cirkin deal is a no-brainer for Tottenham

Tottenham showed a sustained interest in Cirkin this summer, and Le Bris’ statements will surely have handed them renewed hope that a deal could become available to them.

The Englishman is a promising young talent, and there is additional incentive for Spurs to secure his signature, given that he counts as a ‘club-trained’ player when it comes to consideration for Champions League squads.

The Lilywhites have already selected their group for the league phase, but if they reach the knockouts, then Cirkin could be invaluable to have within their ranks by the time the next selection opportunity comes around.

When you then throw in the fact that he will likely be available for a cut-price fee this winter given his contract situation, it feels like an opportunity that Tottenham cannot pass up.

‘It definitely hurts’ – Tottenham star opens up on Thomas Frank phone call amid major development

Thomas Frank has already faced a fairly turbulent start to his Tottenham reign.

The Dane arrived back in June to pick up the pieces after Ange Postecoglou’s departure, and the early stages of his new job have not gone as he would have expected.

Daniel Levy’s Tottenham departure has already seen the former Brentford boss lose the chairman who brought him to the club, with speculation now rife regarding the status of the hierarchy above him.

Frank has also faced many key decisions of his own already, and the latest has caused plenty of controversy in the last few days.

Thomas Frank ‘very respectful’ in Mathys Tel conversation

Mathys Tel’s future at Tottenham has been called into question from several quarters in the last few days after the attacker was left out of the squad for the Champions League.

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The Lilywhites were only able to name a 22-man squad for the league phase of the competition, due to their lack of club-trained players, and the Frenchman was among the group of senior players who missed out as a result.

The 20-year-old is yet to make a competitive start under Frank, and his omission from the Champions League squad has since prompted speculation that his time in N17 could be drawing to a close imminently, despite it being a matter of months since Spurs signed him.

Tel has now spoken out about his omission from the squad, and he has revealed that his manager broke the news to him over the phone, while adding that he intends to continue to fight for his place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

“Frank called me, very respectful, he simply told me his choice,” he told French outlet Le Telegramme.

“It definitely hurts, but I’m someone who stays pretty positive. I am a Tottenham player, so I will do my best to be able to play.”

Mathys Tel deserves praise for his attitude at Tottenham

Frank’s decision to omit Tel may be perceived as a harsh one by some people, but the boss was ultimately left in a position where he could not select every member of his first-team squad.

However, while actions speak louder than words in these situations, the youngster certainly deserves to be praised for his outlook on the situation.

The summer transfer window was dominated by talk of the likes of Alexander Isak refusing to play in order to force a move, but instead, it looks as though Tel is happy to knuckle down and try to prove his manager wrong.

Ultimately, only time will tell whether he is capable of doing that, but he has certainly displayed the kind of attitude that Frank will be pleased to have seen from one of the younger players in his group.

Tottenham have been at the centre of takeover talks since Daniel Levy stepped down as chairman.

Levy’s dismissal as Tottenham chairman was a curveball that no Spurs supporter saw coming. The former Spurs chairman took over in 2000 and remained in the position for almost 25 years.

He comes as part of the many changes taking place at Hotspur Way, with Donna-Maria Cullen stepping down as Executive Director at Tottenham in the summer.

But with Levy no longer Tottenham chairman, speculation surrounding new ownership has been rife.

Amanda Staveley will not bid for Tottenham

It had been suggested that Levy’s exit opened the floodgates to a potential takeover at Tottenham.

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Former director at Newcastle United, Amanda Staveley, was expected to put in a bid for Spurs as sale talks hit their peak.

However, as relayed by Sky Sports on Monday, 8 September, Staveley’s PCP International Finance has confirmed it will not make an offer for Tottenham.

This comes after Tottenham owners ENIC confirmed it had received and rejected expressions of interest from PCP and a consortium of investors led by Roger Kennedy and Wing-Fai Ng through Firehawk Holdings Limited.

Presenter Tom White said live on Sky Sports News (8 September, 12:04pm): “We’ve got some breaking news to bring you. Amanda Staveley has released a statement in the last few minutes.”

That statement was then read out, confirming Staveley and her group have no intention of making an offer for Spurs.

What is the Lewis family’s stance on a Tottenham takeover?

The Lewis family have repeatedly reaffirmed their commitment to Tottenham amid speculation of a takeover.

Furthermore, the Lewis family are keen to prioritise sorting success at Tottenham over business ventures which Levy was infamous for.

This has already been seen through the North London club’s approach to the summer transfer window. Tottenham’s investment in Xavi Simons, who is already considered a world-class star, has been hailed as a step in the right direction and marks a stark contrast from previous business.

Meanwhile, the Lilywhites have also secured loan deals for Randal Kolo Muani and Joao Palhinha. The two are expected to be important for the Lilywhites during the tail end of the season.

But with Levy no longer chairman and Vinai Venkatesham as Spurs CEO, real change has landed in North London.

Tottenham have built a following of some pretty well-known faces over the years.

Tottenham’s Europa League triumph brought some new fans to Hotspur Way and solidified some older ones.

It is hoped that the dismissal of Daniel Levy as Spurs chairman and the Lewis family’s prioritisation of Tottenham’s sporting results will help the Lilywhites explode in more ways for now.

But for a club founded 142 years ago, its fan and celebrity fan following does not come as a surprise. Here, Tottenham News puts together a list of their top five celebrity supporters.

Tom Holland

Tom Holland was ecstatic when Tottenham won the Europa League, and had nothing but praise to offer former Spurs striker Harry Kane at the time.

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The actor who portrays Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe said to Tottenham‘s website in September 2023 that he was a fan of the football played under Ange Postecoglou during his first season.

While Cristian Romero is a player the Hollywood star has always admired. “I’ve always thought [Cristian] Romero was absolutely mustard,” he beamed. “So it is nice to see him peaking and doing really well.”

Adele

Having been born and raised in Tottenham, it is no wonder that British icon Adele is a Spurs fan.

The singer has been pictured at White Hart Lane on several occasions and never misses a chance to tell fans where her allegiance lies.

Famously, on 17 November 2021, Adele made clear she was one of Spurs’ own when she was filmed singing Tottenham anthem ‘Glory Glory Tottenham Hotspur’ to the amusement of fans.

Michael McIntyre

Comedian Michael McIntyre is a long-standing Spurs supporter and has made his love for the club known over the years.

His support for the North London club can be traced to 2010 and beyond, when he sat down with Spurs TV Online in November that same year, to discuss Tottenham’s 3-1 over Arsenal the season prior, as well as his participation in the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation’s Charity Wristband campaign at the time.

He said: “Every time I come here, I supply Harry with the information to beat the opposition, and this time it was quite simple – give it to Gareth Bale!”

More recently, McIntyre was spotted hyping Spurs supporters in their 2023/24 Carabao Cup game against Fulham.

AJ Tracy

British grime icon AJ Tracy has been a supporter of the Lilywhites ever since he was young.

The music artist sat down with Soccer Bible on 19 September 2017, where he spoke about his earliest and fondest memories of Spurs.

He said: “My dad used to live in Tottenham, and a lot of my Caribbean family support Spurs. My mum is Welsh, so her team is Cardiff, but her English team is Tottenham, probably because of my dad.

“That’s how I started supporting them. You know the purple Pony shirt? That was my first proper kit. When I got that, I was gassed.”

Since he has performed at Spurs’ 2019 Nike kit launch. He has also been spotted in the dressing rooms and has even taken a couple of pictures with the players.

Mark Wahlberg

Mark Wahlberg, who is best known for his roles in “Ted” and “Daddy’s Home”, has visited the North London club on numerous occasions.

The actor is Spurs through and through and has voiced his dislike for fierce rivals Arsenal several times.

After decades at the top of their game, it is no wonder that Tottenham is so popular among celebrities around the world.

How press in Spain rated Tottenham star Pedro Porro in win over Turkiye

Pedro Porro has been one of Tottenham’s standout players during the international break.

The defender was destined for a strong start to the season after Porro’s strong display against Wycombe during Tottenham’s pre-season fixtures.

The full-back formed an impressive partnership with Wilson Odobert, who was also incredible for Spurs during pre-season, down the right flank.

His ball progression and crosses made it clear that he would form the basis of Spurs’ attacking plays moving forward.

Porro’s budding relationship with new Tottenham signing Mohammed Kudus has been an interesting watch. Porro often holds width when Kudus cuts inside, while the two have already formed a telepathic understanding.

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Now, after back-to-back solid international showings, Tottenham fans will be keen to see him back at Hotspur Way.

Pedro Porro ‘energetic’ vs Turkey

Tottenham’s Porro was highly praised for his performance during Spain’s 3-0 win over Bulgaria in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers and his display against Turkiye was no different.

According to Sports Dunia on 7 September, Porro but on another “energetic” display for his national team.

The full-back was a “constant outlet”, creating multiple chances and putting in several dangerous crosses.

While he was defensively sold, the outlet mentions that he was dribbled past on multiple occasions, which made him vulnerable in several respects. As such, he was given a seven for his overall rating.

Goal Spain on 7 September also rated the full-back a seven for his performance. The outlet mentioned that Kenan Yildiz did not have the space or time to showcase his skills because of Porro.

How has Pedro Porro performed for Tottenham this season?

The right-back has been excellent for Tottenham going forward this season.

His assist stats, to which he has not recorded a single one, do not do his creativity justice. In the four Premier League games played, Porro has recorded 0.15 per 90 in expected assists and has created 1.79 chances.

However, defensively, he has been less solid. Porro has won just 60 per cent of his tackles and 40.9 per cent of his duels, which is high compared to other players in his position.

Tottenham’s budding trio of Joao Palhinha, Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero has helped limit this. But as the season progresses and Spurs face tougher opposition, the cracks could begin to show.

Antonio Conte arrived at Tottenham tasked with delivering a long-awaited trophy in North London.

After his departure, Conte was blamed for creating hurdles for Spurs players, with Djed Spence speaking openly about his frustrations.

Another player who struggled under Conte was Bryan Gil, who was never really afforded a credible opportunity.

Indeed, it could have been very different for Gil if not for a significant decision made during the Italian’s tenure.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Tottenham blamed for Bryan Gil transfer decision

Gil was linked with a Spurs exit all summer, but finally secured a permanent switch to La Liga side Girona.

Ironically, the 24-year-old was one of Tottenham’s longest-serving players before he secured a move this summer.

Now, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – has criticised the North London club for their handling of the Spaniard.

“I think there were learning curves throughout his time at the club,” Wenham said.

“I remember him starting at Palace away and we won 4-0, and he got an assist, and it finally, after about two and a half years, this was under Antonio Conte, seemed like he had a bit of confidence, and we were onto something there.

“And it was inexplicable that he was loaned out again. So there’s been mistakes by the club, no mistake about that.”

Should Bryan Gil have been given more of a chance at Spurs?

When Gil arrived in North London, there was reason to be optimistic about the budding Spanish talent.

While his numbers were never outstanding, his directness and flair made him a thrilling prospect on the left.

After finding opportunities sparse, his initial loan to Valencia was probably he right call, although he only made 13 league appearances.

Although he bagged his first assist in the 2022/23 season, he only featured for two minutes in the following game before being left out of the squad entirely.

Of course, there was always the hurdle of Son Heung-min, meaning that whoever was behind in the pecking order was up against it for minutes.

However, the cup competitions should have provided him with more of an opportunity to build some confidence.

While his transfer will be deemed a failure, Gil could have been treated better in North London.

Tottenham could welcome new owners to Hotspur Way now that Daniel Levy is no longer chairman.

The North London club entered a huge period of change over the summer. Ange Postecoglou was replaced by Thomas Frank at Tottenham welcomed several new signings at Hotspur Way.

Meanwhile, Donna-Maria Cullen left her position as executive director, and Vinai Venkatesham got to work at Spurs CEO after arriving from rivals Arsenal.

While Levy’s exit is the biggest change yet, there are claims that it will not be the last, as Tottenham News dissects the latest Spurs takeover news.

What is the context behind a potential Tottenham sale?

Tottenham are currently owned by EINC, which has around an 87 per cent stake.

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However, it has been suggested that Levy’s stepping down as Tottenham chairman has opened the floodgates to a potential sale.

Spurs named Peter Charrington as their new non-executive chairman after the departure of Levy. As the former CEO of Citi Private Bank and current director at ENIC, it has been stated that Charrington could navigate a potential Tottenham sale.

Who are the interested parties in the case of a Tottenham sale?

A couple of potential buyers have been linked with Tottenham in recent days.

Former Director of Newcastle United, Amanda Staveley, was seen as the likeliest Tottenham takeover option. She left her role at Newcastle in July 2024, and it was believed that she was keen on a new challenge.

However, Tottenham stated on Sunday that Spurs owners ENIC have received and rejected two expressions of interest expressions of interest for its stake in the club.

One was from Staveley’s PCP International and the second from a consortium led by Roger Kennedy and Wing Fair-Ng.

The two interested parties now have until 5pm on 5 October to either announce a firm intention to make an offer for Spurs or confirm that they do not intend to make an offer.

What is ENIC’s stance on a potential Tottenham sale?

It is currently understood that ENIC have no intention to sell Tottenham at this time. The North London club are said to be valued in the region of £4billion.

Indeed, the company are keen to invest in Spurs and hopes to see this translate into sporting achievements.

This can already be seen through Tottenham’s summer transfer window, which saw several new recruits arrive at Hotspur Way. Furthermore, the signings of Xavi Simons and Mohammed Kudus are seen as a step towards more lucrative transfers in the future.

Therefore, it seems that ENIC are keen to remain at the helm at Spurs as it stands.

Daniel Levy has dominated the news after leaving his role as Tottenham executive chairman.

While his departure came as a shock to some, Levy’s exit from Spurs could have been in the pipeline since Christmas.

Now that the 63-year-old has left his post, Jamie O’Hara believes that Tottenham can win more trophies.

Meanwhile, Ally McCoist has been quick to give credit to the Lilywhites despite talk of a dictatorship in North London.

Ally McCoist makes bold Tottenham claim to Jeff Stelling

Levy has often been criticised by Tottenham supporters for failing to build on the success created in North London.

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There were times when the Lilywhites were challenging for the Champions League and Premier League titles, but expectations have dampened in recent times.

Many blamed a lack of investment for Spurs not fulfilling their potential, with Levy a common target for supporters.

This summer, Tottenham missed out on several key targets, including Eberechi Eze and Morgan Gibbs-White, with some saying that they simply do not know how to spend big money.

On talkSPORT on Monday morning, Stelling and McCoist were discussing Levy’s tenure, pointing out that things were perhaps not what they seemed from the outside looking in.

“It appeared from the outside something of a dictatorship, and I’m not saying that’s necessarily a bad thing,” said Stelling on 8 September.

“I would be very surprised, though, Jeff, if Levy wasn’t under instructions by the owners to effectively go to whatever level of price and things like that on transfers because he did have somebody to answer to,” McCoist replied.

“The first thing that you’ve got to say, as a financial institution and as a business, it’s probably one of the best-run clubs in the country, if not the best.”

Spurs supporters should reserve judgement on Daniel Levy

While there are credible points on both sides of the argument, it is difficult to judge Levy now.

Yes, there is a valid belief that he did not act accordingly when the Lilywhites were battling for major honours.

Indeed, the business carried out by Liverpool this summer highlights what must be done to increase their standing in European football.

However, Levy’s main aim was the make the North London outfit a sustainable club and he has done that.

Of course, if Spurs go on to be successful and win major honours, then questions must be asked of the 63-year-old.

However, if things take a turn in the opposite direction, then people will look back at Levy’s tenure more fondly.

The next five years will be a telling period and one that could define the memory of Levy.