This season, Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has been one of the most divisive figures in European football. The 59-year-old has split opinion not only within the Spurs fanbase but also among the wider footballing community.
However, in recent weeks, a consensus appears to be forming among Spurs supporters. Many now agree that Postecoglou may not be the right man to lead the club forward. Some fans are calling for his immediate departure, while others believe he should remain until the end of the season—or at least until Tottenham’s Europa League campaign concludes.
A Disastrous Domestic Campaign
If not for Spurs’ European adventure, many feel Postecoglou would already be out of a job. The club’s league form has been woeful, and their early exits from both domestic cup competitions—within the span of three days in February—only added to the frustration.
Whilst the Tottenham season is not over, unless they win the UEFA Europa League Final then it will classed as a disappointing one. Winning the competition would mark Tottenham’s best season in 17 years, making it a campaign to remember rather than one to forget.
Fabrizio Romano: Spurs’ Europa League Fate Will Decide Ange’s Future
Respected journalist Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Postecoglou’s future at Tottenham is “now strictly linked” to the club’s performances in Europe. While the specifics remain unclear, it’s safe to assume that merely progressing to the quarterfinals won’t be enough—Tottenham will likely need a deep run, possibly even lifting the trophy, to justify keeping Postecoglou in charge.
The Road to Bilbao: Five Games to Save His Job
For Postecoglou, the task ahead is daunting. Tottenham must navigate a challenging Europa League knockout stage, where every game is potentially career-defining for the Australian manager.
Their next opponent, Eintracht Frankfurt, may have lost key forward Omar Marmoush to Manchester City in January, but they remain a formidable Bundesliga side. Striker Hugo Ekitike is already attracting interest from some of Europe’s elite, and despite losing Marmoush, Frankfurt currently sit third in the Bundesliga—only three wins behind Bayer Leverkusen.
If Spurs manage to get past Frankfurt, a likely semi-final clash against Lazio awaits. The Italian side’s disciplined defense and counter-attacking prowess make them a tricky opponent. Should Tottenham overcome that hurdle, a potential final against Athletic Club in their own stadium in Bilbao would be the ultimate test.
A Defining Moment in Spurs’ History
The coming weeks will shape Tottenham’s immediate future. If Postecoglou can guide them to European glory, he could cement his place in Spurs folklore. However, failure to deliver silverware will almost certainly lead to his departure.
The stakes couldn’t be higher. The final games stand between Postecoglou and what could be either redemption or an unceremonious exit. Spurs fans will be watching closely, hoping for a historic triumph but bracing for the possibility of yet another managerial change.
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