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Enze Postecoglou is unlikely to be able to take charge of Tottenham next season.
Britain's Spurs Web reported on the 24th (Korea time) that Mauricio Pochettino could be expected to return to Tottenham, and President Daniel Levy is considering a managerial reshuffle.
Spursweb added: "'Apart from their Europa League performance, Tottenham are unlikely to retain Postecoglou, and Levy and management are already planning to replace Postecoglou. It is already known that the club is looking for a replacement, and Thomas Frank, Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva have been mentioned as targets for consideration. However, according to the news, Pochettino was mentioned as a strong candidate, signaling a half-decade. Pochettino said he is likely to be nominated to replace Postecoglou.
Pochettino then reportedly maintained a good relationship with Levy for several years after leaving Tottenham in 2019. Pochettino has also admitted he is open to a return to Tottenham. Levy considers a potential replacement and Pochettino appears to be the main target. Levy added: 'I see Pochettino as someone who will lead a squad of young talents to the best of their ability.
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News has recently emerged that Tottenham is likely to be the head coach of Postecoglou. The British Telegraph reported that `Enze Postecoglou is expected to leave Tottenham regardless of the outcome in the Europa League after the end of this season`Tottenham is approaching the club's record for most losses in a season, but if it wins the Europa League and advances to the Champions League next season, it can save the season. 'It could have saved Postecoglou from the brink of being dismissed, but it is increasingly likely that he will leave Tottenham either by dismissal or by mutual agreement, regardless of the Europa League result.'
This season, Tottenham is in its second year as Postecoglou has received high expectations before the opening of the season. Coach Postecoglou himself "I've always won trophies in my second yearHe also expressed his confidence to the point where he professed ".
However, Tottenham's current situation is that they have to worry about a fall rather than a trophy. He was eliminated from various championship opportunities such as the League Cup and FA Cup, and fell to 16th place with disastrous results in the league. The more serious problem than the performance is the inability to rebound. Despite the hard work of Son Heung-min and other key players, Tottenham disappointed its fans by consistently performing with a frustrating performance throughout the season. He is aiming for a turnaround by winning the Europa League, but even this is not easy.
Initially, it was reported that Tottenham's leadership wanted to maintain the Postecoglou system regardless of their performance this season. He made achievements last season, and his plan was to select him as a coach who would take charge of the team in the long run. However, along with the excessive slump, Tottenham is more likely to finish the season without spectators this season. The head of the club is also beginning to change his mind gradually, and he is weighing on the replacement of Postecoglou.
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The previously named directors candidates were mostly emerging masters or managers in the middle and lower ranks. Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola, Fulham's Marco Silva and Brentford's manager Thomas Frank were mentioned. However, Pochettino is included as a strong candidate, and Tottenham fans' expectations have increased.
Pochettino also mentioned the possibility of returning to Tottenham in March. At that time, the meeting between Pochettino and Levi was reported, igniting the possibility of returning. UK cutoff side 'Pochettino appears to remain in contact with chairman Levi. They said a photo of them sitting together at a recent North London coffee exhibition was released. Britain's The Boy Hospers also explained that Chairman Levi and Pochettino were pictured at a cafe near Tottenham's training ground.
Pochettino also made no secret of his desire to return to Tottenham through an interview. "When I left Tottenham in 2019, I said 'I want to come back someday' and I still feel the same way'" he said "It's hard to say more because he's currently leading the U.S. national team, but 'I want to lead Tottenham again."have a mindset of '" he said. After conducting such an interview, the meeting between chairman Levi and Pochettino was known, drawing more attention from fans.
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Pochettino was considered one of the outstanding masters until he made his name as a coach in the English Premier League (EPL) in the past. After retiring from active duty in 2006, he began his leadership career by taking the helm of Spain's La Liga Espanyol in 2009. Pochettino, who has shown his capabilities at Espanyol for three years, made his name as Southampton manager in 2013. Since the 2014-2015 season, he has been in charge of Tottenham and has shown excellent abilities in fostering promising players, recruiting players, and managing the team. In particular, he led Tottenham to the second place in the European Champions League in the 2018-2019 season and ranked second in the EPL.
At that time, Tottenham was greatly loved by fans for building a 'DESK line', symbolizing Tottenham's golden age, along with tremendous performance under Pochettino. The offense consisting of Son Heung-min, Harry Kane, Christian Eriksen and Dele Alli was considered the strongest in the league and is still considered the best of Pochettino's disciples. In particular, Son Heung-min tried to leave for Germany after a slump in his first season of joining Tottenham, but remained at Tottenham with Pochettino's persuasion. Since then, he has shown tremendous growth and is currently active as a winger for EPL in his 10th year at Tottenham.
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If Pochettino's return really does happen, it could also be positive for Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min, his favorite player, is facing a time to say goodbye to Tottenham with a one-year extension option, not a renewal, along with Tottenham's complacent attitude this season. If Pochettino takes office and Son Heung-min can also increase his performance, he will have longer time to stay at Tottenham and the possibility of signing a contract could increase.
As Postecoglou's position falters, attention is being paid to the possibility of Pochettino's recovery. The hot interest in Tottenham's manager position this summer is expected to continue until a new coach is decided.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
