Barcelona legend?
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Ange Postecoglou has been sacked as Tottenham Hotspur manager despite leading Spurs to their first silverware in 18 years. The Australian famously insisted that he ‘always win something in his second season’ and he incredibly delivered on that promise by beating Manchester United in the Europa League final. Tens of thousands of Tottenham fans lined the streets around North London to celebrate on the bus tour but Postecoglou won’t lead the club next season.
After rumours emerged of his dismissal late on Friday afternoon, Tottenham confirmed the news in a statement. Ultimately, Postecoglou paid the price for a disastrous Premier League campaign with Spurs finishing in 17th position after a record 22 defeats. With the Spurs fanbase split, Daniel Levy will embark on a search for a new manager and we’ve analysed five potential options.
Five potential next Tottenham managers
Thomas Frank is the leading contender to replace Postecoglou and Spurs could move quickly to get their man. It’s understood that Tottenham chiefs have already sounded out the 51-year-old about his interest in the role. Frank has worked wonders at Brentford and the time is right for him to step up to a bigger club.
Like Frank, Andoni Iraola has been linked with replacing Postecoglou throughout the season. The Spaniard has been a revelation at Bournemouth and the Cherries were in contention for a Champions League place at the turn of the year. Iraola is an excellent tactician and he’s already Premier League proven.
Oliver Glasner is arguably one of the most underrated managers in the Premier League. The German led Crystal Palace to their first ever trophy in the club’s history and they will be desperate not to lose him the summer. Glasner also has an impressive track record in European competition after winning the Europa League with Frankfurt and deserves to be in the conversation.
Roberto De Zerbi is another to be linked with Tottenham and a return to the Premier League could appeal to the fiery Italian. It’s been claimed that former Spurs managing director Fabio Paritici has recommended De Zerbi with speculation mourning that he will return to his role. De Zerbi transformed Brighton into one of the best teams to watch during his time in England and he secured Champions League football with Marseille last season.
Xavi is a leftfield contender but he would instantly demand the respect of the Tottenham dressing room. The legendary Barcelona player and manager hasn’t returned to the dugout since departing his boyhood club in 2024. Xavi brought through several stars that flourished this season under Hansi Flick and it’s understood he’s keen to return to management.
