Tottenham’s poor season has ignited intense discussion, with both manager Ange Postecoglou and chairman Daniel Levy facing mounting pressure.
Despite securing back-to-back Premier League victories that have lifted Spurs to 12th place, the frustration among fans remains high following exits from the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
This inconsistent form has fuelled speculation that Postecoglou could be replaced at the end of the campaign, with several potential successors already being linked to the North London side, including Fulham boss Marco Silva as well as fan favourite Mauricio Pochettino.
One figure who recently shared his perspective on the situation is former Nottingham Forest midfielder and veteran manager Martin O’Neill.
Martin O’Neill says he will have no problem working with Daniel Levy
In a conversation with talkSPORT, O’Neill made it clear that he would have no hesitation about working alongside Daniel Levy, referencing a positive meeting with the Spurs chairman years ago.
The Northern Irish coach spoke highly of Levy, describing him as approachable and fair. He emphasised that understanding the dynamics of accountability and support is crucial in football management, and based on his previous interaction, he saw no reason why working with Levy would present any issues.
The 72-year-old said:
“I would have absolutely no problem working with Daniel Levy. None at all. I met him some years ago and he’s very affable, really good and no problem whatsoever.
“I’m not just saying that, I would have no problem. Of course, it’s important to know who you’re working with, but you know your job and you know what to do. You know if you get support from someone.
“I would have absolutely no problem, from my conversation with him that was a few hours some years ago. It was a very decent meeting, but I’d have no problem at all working with somebody because the buck stops with you.”
O’Neill’s managerial resume speaks for itself. He guided Leicester City to two Football League Cup titles, enjoyed a trophy-laden spell at Celtic with three Scottish Premier League crowns and a memorable run to the 2003 UEFA Cup Final, and achieved three consecutive sixth-place finishes in the Premier League with Aston Villa. On the international stage, he led the Republic of Ireland to a historic win over Germany and qualification for Euro 2016.
Yet, while O’Neill’s endorsement of Levy paints a favourable picture, Tottenham supporters know the reality is more complex. Levy’s business acumen is widely respected, but some of his footballing decisions have drawn criticism, especially as the club’s long wait for silverware stretches back to 2008.
