…Tottenham’s board expressed gratitude to Postecoglou for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the club.
Tottenham Hotspur has parted ways with head coach Ange Postecoglou, iNews Times reports.
This latest development is coming just 16 days after he led the team to a historic Europa League victory, ending the club’s 17-year trophy drought.
The iNews Times gathered that the decision comes after a thorough performance review, which highlighted the team’s poor Premier League campaign, where they finished 17th with a record-low 38 points.
Postecoglou’s dismissal marks a significant shift in the club’s leadership, with the Australian coach’s tenure ending after two seasons.
Postecoglou, during his time at Tottenham, achieved notable success, including a fifth-place finish in his debut season and, more recently, the Europa League title.
But the team’s league form has however been a major concern, with Spurs suffering 22 defeats in 38 league games this season.
The club’s board has unanimously concluded that a change in leadership is necessary to give the team the strongest chance of success in the coming season.
According to reports, the decision to sack Postecoglou was not taken lightly, but the board felt that the team’s poor league form and lack of consistency justified the move.
Brentford boss Thomas Frank is reportedly the leading contender to succeed Postecoglou, with a release clause in his contract that could facilitate the move.
Frank has been instrumental in establishing Brentford as a Premier League outfit, guiding them to promotion in the 2020/21 season.
Postecoglou’s dismissal has sparked mixed reactions, with some questioning the decision to let him go despite his Europa League triumph.
The coach himself expressed pride in his team’s achievement, stating that he had “accomplished what many said was not possible.”
In a statement, Tottenham’s board expressed gratitude to Postecoglou for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the club, wishing him well for the future. The club will announce its new head coach in due course.
Postecoglou’s tenure was marked by inconsistent performances, with the team’s league form veering from underwhelming to wretched. Injuries played a significant role, with key players missing crucial games, exposing gaps in the squad. Despite adapting his tactics to win the Europa League, the team’s Premier League struggles continued, ultimately leading to his dismissal, iNews Times reports.
