Tottenham Hotspur Reportedly Line Up Two Candidates to Replace Under-Fire Ange Postecoglou
The pressure is mounting on Ange Postecoglou as Tottenham Hotspur continue to struggle in the Premier League, with reports suggesting that the club has already identified two potential successors should they decide to make a managerial change.

Spurs’ Struggles Continue with Defeat to Fulham

Tottenham returned to league action on Sunday with a London derby against Fulham at Craven Cottage. However, instead of a much-needed victory, Spurs delivered a disappointing performance, succumbing to a 2-0 defeat courtesy of goals from Rodrigo Muniz and Ryan Sessegnon.
The loss further deepened the club’s woes, leaving them in 14th place in the Premier League standings—far from the top-four race they had hoped to be involved in at this stage of the season. With their form deteriorating, frustration among the fanbase has grown, culminating in a tense post-match altercation involving Postecoglou and an angry supporter in the stands.

Postecoglou Involved in Heated Exchange with Fan

Following the final whistle, emotions ran high as Postecoglou confronted a frustrated fan who could be heard shouting, “What was that?!” in reference to Spurs’ lackluster display. The Australian manager fired back in response, leading to a moment of tension that required intervention from players Djed Spence and Mathys Tel, who attempted to calm the situation and urged respect for the coach.
While Postecoglou has remained defiant in the face of criticism, his team’s performances have sparked discussions over his future, with Tottenham’s hierarchy now reportedly considering alternative managerial options.

Tottenham Identify Two Leading Managerial Candidates

According to The Telegraph, Spurs have earmarked Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola and Fulham manager Marco Silva as two of the leading contenders to replace Postecoglou should the club opt for a change in the dugout.
The report highlights that while Bournemouth would likely fight to retain Iraola, questions are beginning to arise over Silva’s long-term future at Fulham despite the impressive work he has done at Craven Cottage.
Postecoglou’s future at Spurs is said to hinge on the club’s performance in the Europa League, where they are set to face Eintracht Frankfurt in the quarter-finals. A deep run in the competition could ease the pressure on the Australian, while an early exit may strengthen calls for his dismissal.

Bookmakers’ Favorites to Take Over at Spurs

The betting markets have already responded to the speculation, with Iraola emerging as the current frontrunner for the Tottenham job at 2/1 odds. Former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino follows closely at 7/2, while Brentford’s Thomas Frank (4/1), Silva (8/1), and Ipswich Town’s Kieran McKenna (8/1) are also among the names in contention.

Postecoglou Remains Defiant Despite Pressure

Despite the mounting speculation, Postecoglou has made it clear that he remains focused on the job at hand and expects his squad to do the same. Speaking after the Fulham defeat, he expressed his frustration at the team’s struggles, stating:
“I said to the players I’m not going to allow anyone to think about Europa and nothing else. We can’t let this league season go the way it has. We have lost way too many games. Unacceptable.”
With Spurs’ domestic form faltering, the coming weeks could prove decisive for Postecoglou’s tenure. If results fail to improve, Tottenham may be left with little choice but to act on their contingency plans, potentially ushering in a new era at the club.