Tottenham ‘will sack Postecoglou’ on one condition as pundit predicts exit – ‘this can’t continue’
Ange Postecoglou’s tenure as Tottenham Hotspur’s manager is under scrutiny after a series of poor results, with former Spurs player Jamie O’Hara suggesting the Australian could be sacked if the club is in 10th place or lower in the Premier League by Christmas. Tottenham’s 1-0 loss to Bournemouth on Thursday was their sixth defeat of the season, leaving them sitting in 10th place in the league. While they had a memorable 4-0 win at Manchester City earlier in the campaign, their Premier League form is a growing concern.
O’Hara, who spoke on talkSPORT, expressed that Postecoglou’s style of play, which relies heavily on set-pieces and building from the back, is beginning to wear thin with both fans and club management. Despite acknowledging that he appreciates Postecoglou’s football philosophy, O’Hara believes the current results are unacceptable. He pointed out that Tottenham’s chairman, Daniel Levy, prioritizes qualification for the Champions League or at least the Europa League. O’Hara firmly stated that if Spurs find themselves in 10th place after Christmas, Postecoglou would likely be dismissed.
The loss to Bournemouth highlighted the difficulties Postecoglou has faced, particularly with injuries to key players such as Guglielmo Vicario, Micky van de Ven, and Cristian Romero. Additionally, Richarlison, Wilson Odobert, Mikey Moore, and Rodrigo Bentancur are also sidelined, further complicating matters for the manager. Postecoglou’s squad is underperforming, and with five matches remaining before the Christmas break, including a tough clash with Chelsea, there is little room for error.
After the Bournemouth defeat, Postecoglou approached Spurs fans, where he reportedly received direct feedback about the team’s performance. He acknowledged their disappointment and admitted that the team is struggling to find consistency. The manager seemed to have a brief exchange with a fan, but he did not reveal the details of the conversation, responding that it was not appropriate to discuss publicly. Postecoglou, reflecting on the team’s current form, stated that the club needs to regain control and improve quickly if they are to salvage the season.
The manager’s future at Tottenham will likely depend on the results over the next few weeks. With the club already underperforming and more challenges on the horizon, Postecoglou’s position is precarious. The team’s lack of consistency and reliance on a particular style of play that is failing to deliver results is likely to intensify the pressure from both fans and the club’s management. If Tottenham cannot turn things around quickly, Postecoglou may face the prospect of an early departure from the club.
