Who would make a suitable Ange Postecoglou replacement? It is the question being asked by Tottenham fans following the side’s poor display against Tamworth.
Despite starting off his tenure as Spurs boss well last season, things have spiralled in north London this campaign.
Tottenham‘s latest damning defeats include a 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, followed by a defeat at home to Newcastle.
Most recently, the Lilywhites were pushed to extra-time in the FA Cup by Tamworth and despite picking up a 3-0 win, this performance has made Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou one of the bookies’ favourites to be sacked next.
Tottenham currently sit 12th in the Premier League, accumulating 24 points from 20 matches and are unlikely to qualify for Europe this season.
It remains to be seen if Spurs chairman Daniel Levy will stick with Postecoglou as part of a long-term project or decide to cut his losses and start over again.
But who are the ideal candidates to replace Ange Postecoglou as Tottenham boss? Here are five bosses that could succeed the Australian.
Ange Postecoglou Replacement: Five Candidates Who Could Succeed Him At Tottenham
Kieran McKenna
A return to Tottenham could be on the cards for Kieran McKenna, considering he was once a youth coach at Spurs.
The 38-year-old has thrived since going into management, guiding Ipswich to back-to-back promotions and a return to the Premier League for the first time in 22 years.
While he may not have years of experience as a top level coach, McKenna’s brand of football and promising start has made him an attractive proposition for many clubs.
However, with Ipswich currently 18th in the Premier League, his appointment would come as a risky one.
Fabian Hurzeler
If you can’t beat them, copy them. That seems to be the approach Spurs have had when it comes to looking at Brighton’s success.
Brighton’s successful data-driven approach to transfers has been taken on board by Spurs in recent years. And when they were shopping around for a new boss following Antonio Conte’s sacking, former Seagulls manager Roberto De Zerbi was on their radar.
They went for Ange Postecoglou instead but current Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler could be a potential target for Spurs, very much for the same reasons as McKenna.
A young and exciting coach, Hurzeler has taken to life in the Premier League superbly. And at 31 years old, is the youngest Premier League coach ever.
His style of play mimics that somewhat of Postecoglou’s, with attacking football coming first. Another risky option given his severe lack of experience.
Erik ten Hag
The former Manchester United manager will be looking for a fresh start after a disappointing spell in Manchester – leaving United in their worst league position in history.
However, the Dutchman did win a trophy in each of his two seasons as Manchester United boss – winning the Carabao Cup in 22/23 and FA Cup in 23/24.
Given his display in Manchester, Spurs may be unlikely to appoint the former Ajax boss but his success in cup competitions could attract the north London side.
Thomas Frank
A manager that always seems to pop up whenever it appears that a new top job could become available.
Thomas Frank has done wonders at Brentford and would be an ideal like-for-like replacement for Ange Postecoglou.
A popular coach among players, fans and the media and has an eye for talent, especially in the transfer market.
With a bigger budget behind him, Frank would have to prove himself in what would be a biggest step up in his career.
Brendan Rodgers
The bookies favourite to take over from Ange Postecoglou is Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers.
According to best football betting sites in the UK, Rodgers is the 5/2 favourite to be the next Tottenham manager.
Despite having had two successful spells at the Scottish heavyweight giants, his latest stint at Celtic has been somewhat of a rocky one and a move back to the Premier League could be on the cards if a job became available.
It would see Spurs go to Celtic again for a managerial appointment and is looking like the most likely one.
Compared to other managers on the list, Spurs fans might not view it as the most exciting. But his style of play and experience could tempt Spurs into taking a punt on the Northern Irish manager.
