{"id":66582,"date":"2025-06-02T16:09:09","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T16:09:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=66582"},"modified":"2025-06-02T16:09:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T16:09:09","slug":"tottenham-make-direct-contact-with-manager-amid-huge-update-on-ange-postecoglous-future-in-shock-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=66582","title":{"rendered":"Tottenham make &#8216;direct contact&#8217; with manager amid huge update on Ange Postecoglou&#8217;s future in shock report"},"content":{"rendered":"<article id=\"the-post\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gentlesoccer.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/resize-2025-06-01t1636236571486254519446556.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gentlesoccer.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/resize-2025-06-01t1636236571486254519446556.jpg 384w, https:\/\/gentlesoccer.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/resize-2025-06-01t1636236571486254519446556-300x169.jpg 300w\" alt=\"Tottenham make 'direct contact' with manager amid huge update on Ange Postecoglou's future in shock report - Gentle Soccer\" width=\"384\" height=\"216\" \/><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p>In a dramatic development that could shake up Tottenham Hotspur\u2019s future, the club has reportedly made <em>direct contact<\/em> with another manager as speculation swirls around Ange Postecoglou\u2019s position. Despite delivering long-awaited silverware, the Australian coach appears to be on the brink of an unexpected exit, according to bombshell reports emerging from both England and France.<\/p>\n<p>Tottenham endured a dismal domestic campaign last season, finishing a shocking 17th in the Premier League table\u2014far below expectations. With just 11 wins across 38 games, they managed to scrape together only 38 points, leading to widespread frustration among fans and pundits alike. The league form was nothing short of disastrous for a club of Spurs\u2019 stature, raising serious questions about Postecoglou\u2019s tactical approach and leadership.<\/p>\n<p>However, despite their Premier League collapse, Spurs managed to salvage some pride by securing a major European trophy. In a memorable Europa League campaign, the North London side defied the odds to lift the title, edging out Manchester United 1-0 in a tense final. The victory ended a 17-year trophy drought and gave supporters a long-awaited moment of celebration.<\/p>\n<p>After the historic win, Postecoglou addressed the media but gave little away about his future. In his post-match press conference, he acknowledged the uncertainty around his position at the club.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI understand why it would be difficult for a club like this to buy into one person\u2019s vision,\u201d he remarked candidly. \u201cI remember even when I signed, the club\u2014and even Daniel [Levy]\u2014said, \u2018We went after winners, it didn\u2019t work, and now we\u2019ve got Ange.\u2019 But mate, I\u2019m a winner.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He went on to defend his tenure, noting that the league form, while poor, did not accurately reflect the team\u2019s progress overall.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cObviously, the way things have gone in the league, people are right to be concerned, but I don\u2019t think that\u2019s a true reflection of where we are at,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>Despite his optimism, it appears the decision-makers at Tottenham are preparing to go in a different direction. According to <em>Football Insider<\/em>, club chairman Daniel Levy has already made up his mind and is prepared to part ways with Postecoglou\u2014just days after he delivered the club\u2019s first major honour since 2008.<\/p>\n<p>The search for his successor is already underway, and reports from French outlet <em>Foot Mercato<\/em> claim Spurs have initiated <em>direct contact<\/em> with Brentford manager Thomas Frank. Discussions have reportedly taken place between the Danish coach and Tottenham officials, focusing on the club\u2019s long-term project and upcoming transfer strategy.<\/p>\n<p>Frank, who has become one of the most respected managers in the Premier League, is believed to be one of the leading contenders for the job. While he\u2019s not the only name on Spurs\u2019 shortlist, he is thought to be among the frontrunners should Postecoglou\u2019s dismissal be confirmed.<\/p>\n<p>The 51-year-old Dane has been at Brentford since December 2016, initially serving as assistant head coach before taking over from Dean Smith in October 2018. Under his leadership, the club achieved promotion to the Premier League in 2021 via the Championship play-offs, defeating Swansea City in the final. Since then, Frank has successfully established Brentford as a stable and competitive Premier League side, earning widespread praise for his tactical acumen, player development, and ability to get the best out of a modest squad.<\/p>\n<p>Should Spurs appoint Frank, it would mark a significant shift in direction\u2014perhaps favouring a more pragmatic, structured approach after the attacking chaos that occasionally defined the Postecoglou era.<\/p>\n<p>As things stand, Ange Postecoglou\u2019s future hangs in the balance. Despite the Europa League glory, Tottenham\u2019s domestic collapse appears to have weighed heavily in the boardroom. Whether the Australian coach is given more time to implement his vision or shown the door in favour of a new face like Thomas Frank remains to be seen.<\/p>\n<p>One thing is certain: change is brewing at Tottenham Hotspur, and the next few weeks could define the club\u2019s trajectory for years to come.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a dramatic development that could shake up Tottenham Hotspur&#8217;s future, the club has reportedly made direct contact with another manager as speculation<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":66583,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-66582","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-football"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Tottenham make &#039;direct contact&#039; 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