Ange Postecoglou has admitted that Tottenham Hotspur have outstanding managerial candidates lined up to replace him should the club part ways with him this summer.
Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou knows exactly what’s at stake as Tottenham Hotspur approach a crucial run-in.
Postecoglou already urged fans to keep the faith, insisting he remains focused on delivering silverware in his second season.
The narrative surrounding his tenure is clear—Europa League or bust. With Eintracht Frankfurt standing between Spurs and a place in the Europa League semi-finals, the pressure is on.
Ange Postecoglou addresses Tottenham managerial shortlist amid growing speculation
While Postecoglou is fully aware of the task at hand, Spurs have been quietly compiling a shortlist of potential managerial replacements should things go south this summer.
Thomas Frank, Marco Silva and Andoni Iraola are among the Premier League managers on Tottenham’s radar.
However, their search isn’t limited to England, with reports suggesting that managers from abroad are also being considered by Tottenham as they explore all options for next season.
Postecoglou, however, isn’t losing sleep over the speculation. The Australian boss openly acknowledged the existence of top-tier candidates waiting in the wings if the club decides to part ways with him.
Speaking to the Telegraph, Postecoglou addressed the rumours with his trademark calmness.
He said: “I know what my responsibilities are, and I’m sure if the club decide to go in a different direction, there are some outstanding candidates for it, and you know what, maybe someone will think: ‘Ange Postecoglou is not a bad coach, maybe we’ll take a punt on him.’
“It doesn’t rock my world. It doesn’t consume me. I am here, I am passionate about what we’re doing. I was brought in to change the way the club plays, rejuvenate the squad and bring success. I am focused on that.”
Ange Postecoglou on Pochettino’s desire to return to Tottenham someday
Postecoglou also responded to Mauricio Pochettino’s recent comments about wanting to return to Spurs one day, he said: “If he wants to come back one day, I hope it happens for him, we all have dreams and aspirations. You’re suggesting he’s trying to put pressure on me? I don’t feel disrespected.
“I think if you ask Mauricio that question directly, you’d get a pretty clear answer as to what his intent was. I’m more focused on trying to make sure we win tomorrow night.”