Ange Postecoglou is reportedly set to leave Tottenham Hotspur at the end of the season, regardless of the outcome in the Europa League, as the team struggles in the Premier League.
Currently, Tottenham sits at 16th in the Premier League standings, following a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest, marking their 18th loss of the season. The team is on the verge of matching their record of 19 losses from the 2003-04 season.
Despite the poor league performance, the Europa League presents a potential opportunity for silverware, as Postecoglou's side has advanced to the semi-finals after defeating Eintracht Frankfurt. They are set to face Norwegian team Bodo/Glimt in the next round.
However, reports indicate that even if Tottenham were to win the Europa League on May 21, it may not be sufficient to secure Postecoglou's position as head coach. Sources suggest that there is a growing sentiment that he will depart the club at the season's conclusion, either through dismissal or mutual agreement.
Former Australian goalkeeper Mark Bosnich expressed his views on the situation, calling the potential decision to part ways with Postecoglou "extremely harsh." He noted that while the season has been disappointing, fans should focus on the Europa League and support the team until the end of the season.
Michael Owen, a Liverpool legend, emphasized the importance of the Europa League for Postecoglou, stating that the pressure is mounting as losses in the Premier League increase. He suggested that reaching the final is crucial to salvage what has been a challenging season.
In terms of potential successors, Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola and Fulham's Marco Silva are among the candidates being considered. Mauricio Pochettino has also shown interest in returning to Tottenham, although he is set to manage the U.S. team during the upcoming World Cup.
Amidst these developments, Tottenham's chief football officer, Scott Munn, who has been a key supporter of Postecoglou, is reportedly facing termination.
Before the match against Eintracht Frankfurt, Postecoglou addressed his uncertain future, stating that he is focused on the present and the opportunity to compete for a major trophy. He expressed a determination to fight for success, regardless of speculation surrounding his position.
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