Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou could be shown the door at the end of the season, and former player Paul Robinson believes that winning the Europa League is unlikely to save his job.
Tottenham’s season has been disappointing so far. They are 15th in the league table and quite disappointing in the domestic cup competitions. However, they have managed to reach the semifinals of the UEFA Europa League, and it will be interesting to see if they can win the tournament.
If they win the tournament, they will qualify for the UEFA Champions League for the next season. It will certainly be a major boost after the season they have had. However, Robinson believes that Postecoglou has failed to live up to the expectations, and there is a clear disconnect between him and the fans. The club management is unlikely to stick with him, regardless of how the team performs in the European competition for the remainder of the campaign.
“I still don’t think winning the Europa League saves Ange because of the turbulent season they’ve had, and the way that supporters have become so disconnected with him and the club now”, he told Football Insider.
“As far as attracting players, you’re not getting those top players unless you’re offering European football or matching the Saudi Pro League money, and at the moment neither Manchester United or Tottenham can do that.
“A new manager is going to come into Tottenham next season if they aren’t in Europe, if they haven’t won the Europa League, and a new manager is going to have new ideas.”
Tottenham need to replace Ange Postecoglou diligently
It will be interesting to see who comes in to replace the Australian manager in the summer. Tottenham have been linked with multiple managers in recent weeks. They are reportedly keeping tabs on the likes of Oliver Glasner, Thomas Frank and Andoni Iraola.
They need to bring in someone who can get the best out of their current squad. Postecoglou has been backed significantly in the transfer market with quality signings, but he has failed to make the most of his resources.
