Named: Two rival Premier League managers ‘among Tottenham’s candidates to replace Ange Postecoglou if they sack him’ with pressure rising on him again
Tottenham have reportedly made a two-man shortlist to replace Ange Postecoglou in case the team’s results continue to decline this season.
The Spurs boss is under high pressure again after his side suffered a disappointing 2-0 by Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday.
The devastating loss saw Tottenham drop to 14th place in the Premier League standings with just 34 points after 29 games.
It is understood that the Europa League triumph is viewed as critical by the board for Postecoglou’s future in the team with the tournament being the only realistic hope for a silverware this season.
However, according to The Telegraph, Spurs have already decided that Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva will certainly be among the leading candidates to take over the squad in the next season.
But, the report stated that the current board remains supportive of Postecoglou management despite a poor season, which was extremely hit by several key players’ injuries.
Tottenham have reportedly made a two-man shortlist to replace Ange Postecoglou should the team’s results further decline this season
The Australian is under pressure again after Spurs suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat by Fulham on Sunday
Europa League remains the only hope for a silverware this season after the team crashed out of both the FA Cup and Carabao cup
Spurs are also out of both domestic cup competitions this term – the FA Cup and Carabao cup – following defeats to Liverpool and Aston Villa, respectively.
They were close to another crush from the Europa League after losing 1-0 in their first leg of the round of 16 against AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands following a comical own-goal by Lucas Bergvall.
However, home stands have certainly helped Tottenham to clinch a 3-1 victory in the second tie to progress to the quarter-finals – where they will face Eintracht Frankfurt.
It is thought that Bournemouth are set to fight and keep Iraola following his impressive job in the club this season.
Although they are on a four-game winless streak, the Cherries compete for European football next year. Iraola’s men are set to take on Manchester City in the quarter-final of the FA Cup.
Bournemouth owner Bill Foley is set to hold talks with the Spaniard regarding his contract expiring in 2026, while Mail Sport exclusively revealed in February that he was also added to Real Madrid’s shortlist, should Carlo Ancelotti leave this summer.
Silva, meanwhile, boosted Fulham to eighth place in the Premier League after three crucial points taken from Tottenham at home.
Despite excellent results this season – after the team’s hopes for silverware are still alive as they face Crystal Palace in the FA Cup – reports suggest that the Portuguese and the Cottagers could part ways.
According to The Telegraph, Tottenham see Andoni Iraola and Marco Suka will be among the leading candidates to succeed the Australian boss
However, it is understood that Spurs’ board, led by Daniel Levy, have not considered Postecoglou’s departure yet
Silva has a contract expiring in the summer of 2026, which is believed to include a £6million release clause.
Postecoglou’s side could have climbed to 13th place in the Premier League, ahead of Manchester United, should they won their game on Sunday.
The Spurs boss left Micky van de Ven on the bench over fitness concerns as the centre back is yet to return to his peak form amid an injury-hit season.
Substitute Rodrigo Muniz got on the scoresheet in the 78th minute with his first shot in the game, while Ryan Sessegnong doubled the lead against his former side just moments later.
