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New York Post
4 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Tottenham fires Ange Postecoglou weeks after Europa League title
Tottenham finally got their trophy, but now they don't have a coach. The club has sacked manager Ange Postecoglou on Friday, just over two weeks after winning the Europa League title. He was two years into his four-year contract with the club. 3 Ange Postecoglou during a Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion. Getty Images 'Following a review of performances and after significant reflection, the Club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties,' the team said in a statement. 'Whilst winning the Europa League this season ranks as one of the Club's greatest moments, we cannot base our decision on emotions aligned to this triumph.' In the Europa League final, a 42nd-minute goal by Brennan Johnson was enough to stave off Manchester United. In a larger context, the win guaranteed the club a spot in next year's UEFA Champions League and UEFA Super Cup. But that was one of the only bright spots of the season. Tottenham finished 17th in the Premier League, their worst-ever finish in the club's history, and were just one spot away from the relegation zone. 3 Ange Postecoglou holds up the Europa League Trophy after beating Manchester United 1-0. AFP via Getty Images 'This has been one of the toughest decisions we have had to make and is not a decision that we have taken lightly, nor one we have rushed to conclude,' the team added. 'We have made what we believe is the right decision to give us the best chance of success going forward, not the easy decision.' Postecoglou, who won two league titles with Celtic FC of Scotland before coming to the EPL, finished his time at Tottenham with a 47-15-39 record. One of Tottenham's best players, Pedro Porro, thanked Postecoglou on Instagram for all that he had done for him during his time at the club. 'Thank you for everything, boss,' he wrote. 'For mentoring me early on, helping me settle into the club, and trusting me out on the pitch. I'll always be grateful for the way you led us, defended us, and kept us going through all the highs and lows. Above everything, you gave us one of the greatest moments in the club's history and for that, you'll always be celebrated. Wishing you all the very best, boss.' 3 Pedro Porro, one of Tottenham's best players. REUTERS Tottenham will have to find a new manager soon, as the summer transfer window is just one month away.
Daily Mirror
02-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Tottenham chief steps down as Ange Postecoglou shares defiant message on future
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is expected to make a decision over whether to sack Ange Postecoglou this week but another key figure at the club has announced her exit Tottenham have confirmed that Donna-Maria Cullen has stepped down from her role as a non-executive director. The news comes at the start of a week where the club are expected to make a decision on whether to sack Ange Postecoglou. Spurs supremo Daniel Levy will make the final call on Postecoglou. Fans want the 59-year-old to stay after winning the club's first major trophy in 17 years in last month's Europa League final, but the former Celtic chief could yet pay the price for an abysmal Premier League campaign, with Spurs finishing 17th. An official announcement on Postecoglou's future is expected soon. But Cullen's departure was officially announced by the club on Monday morning. She said in a statement: 'This has been such a hard decision to make. The Club has been my life for the past three decades. I have had the privilege of working with Daniel, whose vision and energy has driven the Club forward, and so many talented and wonderful colleagues. 'It has been quite some journey, starting at White Hart Lane, with a brief stay at Wembley and finally our new home - amazing memories home and away. Ending this season with the Europa League Trophy was a dream come true. 'The time is now right for me to gather more time for myself and my family, whom I thank for all their support over the years. I shall spend the coming months ensuring there is a smooth handover with my staff. Thank you all. I wish everyone at the Club all the success in the world.' Levy thanked Cullen for her "immense contribution" to Tottenham over such a significant period and paid tribute to the work she had done in terms of the environment and diversity. He added: 'Donna has pushed the conscience of the Club to be at the forefront of environmental and diversity initiatives. She also played a crucial role in supporting the amateur part-time Spurs Ladies, enabling the development of our professional women's team. 'Her daily input will be greatly missed, however she fully deserves to take time for herself, and I know that we shall be able to call upon her advice when needed. We wish her well for the future.' Tottenham fans are expecting to hear from Levy again shortly with some reports claiming that he has already made the decision to sack Postecoglou. Knowledge of contact with Thomas Frank, the Brentford manager, has already done the rounds over the weekend. Postecoglou, though, stressed once again that he is planning for the future - and more success - with Spurs in a new documentary which hit the airwaves in Australia on Sunday. 'I didn't want us to just enjoy the moment,' he revealed to the Australian Story when he was asked about his tease over 'season three' at Spurs' Europa League victory parade. 'I also wanted us to think about what's next, you know - don't settle for this. We've got a taste of it now. My players have got a taste for it. The club's got a taste for it. Well, let's make sure we're back here again.'
Scottish Sun
02-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Daniel Levy's right-hand woman LEAVES Tottenham as summer shakeup begins with Postecoglou's future also in doubt
SPUR OF THE MOMENT Daniel Levy's right-hand woman LEAVES Tottenham as summer shakeup begins with Postecoglou's future also in doubt TOTTENHAM executive director Donna Cullen has announced her departure from the club. Cullen had been on the Tottenham board for almost 20 years before stepping down. 1 Donna Cullen has announced her departure from Tottenham Credit: PA During that time, she became a close confidant of Daniel Levy. Cullen said: "This has been such a hard decision to make. The Club has been my life for the past three decades. "I have had the privilege of working with Daniel, whose vision and energy has driven the Club forward, and so many talented and wonderful colleagues. "It has been quite some journey, starting at White Hart Lane, with a brief stay at Wembley and finally our new home - amazing memories home and away. "Ending this season with the Europa League Trophy was a dream come true. "The time is now right for me to gather more time for myself and my family, whom I thank for all their support over the years. "I shall spend the coming months ensuring there is a smooth handover with my staff. Thank you all. I wish everyone at the Club all the success in the world." Meanwhile, Levy said: "Donna has made an immense contribution to the Club, over an extensive period. Her diverse responsibilities grew significantly and replacing her roles with a single individual will be impossible. "While many may associate her primarily with marketing and communications, Donna's impact extends far beyond those areas. Notably, her leadership and political acumen at planning committees, was instrumental in the Club being able to build one of the finest stadiums and training centres in the world. "She deserves recognition for the contribution she played in the formation of the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation, which has positively impacted countless individuals in our communities, and in establishing the London Academy of Excellence, providing children with exceptional educational opportunities. "Donna has pushed the conscience of the Club to be at the forefront of environmental and diversity initiatives. She also played a crucial role in supporting the amateur part-time Spurs Ladies, enabling the development of our professional women's team. "Her daily input will be greatly missed, however she fully deserves to take time for herself, and I know that we shall be able to call upon her advice when needed. We wish her well for the future."
The Irish Sun
02-06-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Daniel Levy's right-hand woman LEAVES Tottenham as summer shakeup begins with Postecoglou's future also in doubt
TOTTENHAM executive director Donna Cullen has announced her departure from the club. Cullen had been on the Tottenham board for almost 20 years before stepping down. 1 Donna Cullen has announced her departure from Tottenham Credit: PA During that time, she became a close confidant of Daniel Levy. Cullen said: "This has been such a hard decision to make. The Club has been my life for the past three decades. "I have had the privilege of working with Daniel, whose vision and energy has driven the Club forward, and so many talented and wonderful colleagues. "It has been quite some journey, starting at White Hart Lane, with a brief stay at Wembley and finally our new home - amazing memories home and away. "Ending this season with the Europa League Trophy was a dream come true. "The time is now right for me to gather more time for myself and my family, whom I thank for all their support over the years. "I shall spend the coming months ensuring there is a smooth handover with my staff. Thank you all. I wish everyone at the Club all the success in the world." Meanwhile, Levy said: "Donna has made an immense contribution to the Club, over an extensive period. Her diverse responsibilities grew significantly and replacing her roles with a single individual will be impossible. Most read in Football "While many may associate her primarily with marketing and communications, Donna's impact extends far beyond those areas. Notably, her leadership and political acumen at planning committees, was instrumental in the Club being able to build one of the finest stadiums and training centres in the world. "She deserves recognition for the contribution she played in the formation of the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation, which has positively impacted countless individuals in our communities, and in establishing the London Academy of Excellence, providing children with exceptional educational opportunities. "Donna has pushed the conscience of the Club to be at the forefront of environmental and diversity initiatives. She also played a crucial role in supporting the amateur part-time Spurs Ladies, enabling the development of our professional women's team. "Her daily input will be greatly missed, however she fully deserves to take time for herself, and I know that we shall be able to call upon her advice when needed. We wish her well for the future."
