Tottenham Tipped to Appoint Man Utd Legend as Postecoglou’s Replacement
According to former Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole, Tottenham should consider appointing Manchester United legend Michael Carrick as the successor to current manager Ange Postecoglou. This suggestion comes as Postecoglou’s position at Tottenham has been under scrutiny following a disappointing season, with the team finishing 17th in the Premier League after a 4-1 defeat to Brighton in the final match of the campaign.
The Tottenham board had initially been sympathetic to Postecoglou’s cause, given the significant number of injuries that plagued his squad earlier in the season. However, with negative results persisting even after many of those players returned to the team, a large section of the supporters has turned against the manager. Despite this, Postecoglou did end Tottenham’s 17-year wait for a trophy with a Europa League final victory over Manchester United in Bilbao.
A report on Sunday claimed that the Tottenham board has now decided to sack Postecoglou, with Brentford head coach Thomas Frank currently leading the race to replace him. However, Cole believes that Carrick, who is currently the manager of Middlesbrough, would be an excellent choice for the role. As reported by Football365, Cole told Paddy Power: “At Tottenham, Daniel Levy is running out of managerial candidates for the job. He’s gone big, he’s gone bold, and he’s gone off the beaten track, but none of them seem to have worked.”
Cole further added that Carrick’s experience as a player and his understanding of the club would make him a suitable candidate. He also suggested that former Tottenham midfielder Glenn Hoddle could be brought back to the club in some capacity, possibly to support Carrick. Cole stated, “Michael Carrick could be a good option for the manager’s job. An ex-Spurs player, who understands the club, would be quite nice. Also, I’d like to see Glenn Hoddle back at the club in some capacity. I know Tottenham fans would love to see him back and he’s got the best football brain I know.”
Meanwhile, former Tottenham midfielder Danny Murphy has also weighed in on the discussion, suggesting that Spurs should consider appointing a manager who is already familiar with the Premier League. As quoted by Football365, Murphy told talkSPORT BET: “Should Spurs get rid of Ange Postecoglou, they’ve got Thomas Frank, Marco Silva and Oliver Glasner on their doorstep. They’re all very capable managers, they know the Premier League and they’ve all produced fit, well-organised, adaptable teams at their respective clubs.”
Murphy further added that he believes any of these three managers would thrive in the Spurs job with the players they would have at their disposal. He also suggested that Tottenham should look for a manager who knows what they’re coming up against in the Premier League, rather than looking abroad for a new manager. As reported by Football365, Murphy stated, “You can come in from abroad and have success, we’ve seen Arne Slot do it this season. However, I just think it is more practical to have a manager who knows what he’s coming up against straight away.”
In conclusion, the search for a new Tottenham manager is ongoing, with several candidates being touted for the role. As reported by Football365, with the likes of Michael Carrick, Thomas Frank, Marco Silva, and Oliver Glasner being considered, it remains to be seen who will ultimately take over as the new manager of Tottenham Hotspur.
The sacking of Postecoglou and the potential appointment of a new manager have sparked a lot of debate among fans and pundits alike. While some believe that the club should stick with Postecoglou, who did bring silverware to the club with his Europa League final victory, others feel that a change is necessary to take the team to the next level.
As the search for a new manager continues, one thing is certain – Tottenham Hotspur is a club with high expectations, and the next manager will be under a lot of pressure to deliver success. According to Football365, with the right appointment, the club could be set for a bright future, both on and off the pitch.
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