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The Australian
9 hours ago
- Business
- The Australian
Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham future to be decided this week
One of Daniel Levy's closest advisers, Donna-Maria Cullen, has stepped down from the Tottenham Hotspur board as the club begins another summer of upheaval off the pitch. Cullen, who will leave Spurs after more than two decades working with the club, is expected to be the first of a string of significant changes made to the Tottenham hierarchy, with the new chief executive Vinai Venkatesham officially starting work this week. Venkatesham, who was previously at Arsenal for more than a decade, will help lead the shake-up of Tottenham's key positions, with the roles of Scott Munn, the chief football officer, and Johan Lange, the technical director, among those now coming under heavy scrutiny. Daniel Levy, chairman of Tottenham Hotspur, shakes hands with Ange Postecoglou. Picture:A decision on Ange Postecoglou's future as head coach, which is also in serious doubt, is expected to be made this week. Postecoglou did not hold any talks with Levy before going on holiday to Greece last week, after Tottenham lost 4-1 at home against Brighton & Hove Albion in their final game of the season, which meant they finished 17th in the Premier League. Levy, who attended the game against Brighton, was undecided on Postecoglou's future at that stage, after Tottenham's Europa League triumph and a joyous trophy parade had turbo-charged the Australian coach's case for staying. Thomas Frank (Brentford), Marco Silva (Fulham) and Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth) have all been discussed as possible successors, but there have been concerns raised around a lack of pedigree and experience. Brentford's Thomas Frank has been linked with the Tottenham job. Picture:In an interview with ABC's Australian Story, which aired last night (Monday), Postecoglou said: 'I have no doubt that for me the mission when I joined the football club was to win a trophy.' Postecoglou also referred to his speech to the fans during the trophy parade, when he said that season three is usually better than season two in the best television shows. 'I didn't want us to just enjoy the moment,' he said. '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.' Postecoglou is not the only one at Tottenham now waiting for clarity on his future. Venkatesham will take on some of the responsibilities previously performed by Levy and other board members at Spurs, and his arrival makes Munn's remit as chief football officer particularly unclear. Munn was appointed in 2023 and was involved in implementing changes to the Spurs medical staff last year, but the team's injury record was significantly worse this season. Both Munn's position and Lange's role as technical director would also be affected if Fabio Paratici, Tottenham's former managing director of football, returns to the club this summer. Paratici resigned from his role at Spurs in April 2023, just after Munn's arrival, but the 30-month ban he received after his former club Juventus were found guilty of false accounting ends in July. Paratici has continued to advise Levy on a consultancy basis and attended the win over Manchester United in the Europa League final. In theory, Lange could work below Paratici, as Steve Hitchen did as technical director when Paratici first joined Spurs in 2021, although Hitchen resigned less than a year later. Cullen, 62, joined the Tottenham board in 2006 after previously serving as an adviser to the club for 14 years. While her main role was as a communications and marketing specialist, she was a hugely influential figure at Spurs, after playing a key role in the new stadium project and becoming one of Levy's most trusted confidantes. In a statement, Cullen said: 'The club has been my life for the past three decades. 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.' 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. We wish her well.' – Tottenham coach Ryan Mason is set to land his first managerial role after agreeing to take over at West Bromwich Albion, according to reports.
Times
a day ago
- Business
- Times
Donna-Maria Cullen steps down as Tottenham Hotspur shake-up begins
One of Daniel Levy's closest advisers, Donna-Maria Cullen, has stepped down from the Tottenham Hotspur board as the club begins another summer of upheaval off the pitch. Cullen, who will leave Spurs after more than two decades working with the club, is expected to be the first of a string of significant changes made to the Tottenham hierarchy, with the new chief executive Vinai Venkatesham officially starting work this week. Venkatesham, who was previously at Arsenal for more than a decade, will help lead the shake-up of Tottenham's key positions, with the roles of Scott Munn, the chief football officer, and Johan Lange, the technical director, among those now coming under heavy scrutiny. A decision on Ange Postecoglou's future as head coach, which is also in serious doubt, is expected to be made this week. Postecoglou did not hold any talks with Levy before going on holiday to Greece last week, after Tottenham lost 4-1 at home against Brighton & Hove Albion in their final game of the season, which meant they finished 17th in the Premier League. Postecoglou did not hold any talks with Levy before going on holiday Levy, who attended the game against Brighton, was undecided on Postecoglou's future at that stage, after Tottenham's Europa League triumph and a joyous trophy parade had turbo-charged the Australian coach's case for staying. Thomas Frank (Brentford), Marco Silva (Fulham) and Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth) have all been discussed as possible successors. In an interview with ABC's Australian Story, which airs on Monday night, Postecoglou said: 'I have no doubt that for me the mission when I joined the football club was to win a trophy.' Postecoglou also referred to his speech to the fans during the trophy parade, when he said that season three is usually better than season two in the best television shows. 'I didn't want us to just enjoy the moment,' he said. '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.' Postecoglou is not the only one at Tottenham now waiting for clarity on his future. Venkatesham will take on some of the responsibilities previously performed by Levy and other board members at Spurs, and his arrival makes Munn's remit as chief football officer particularly unclear. Munn's position and Lange's role as technical director would also be affected if Fabio Paratici, Tottenham's former managing director of football, returns to the club this summer. Paratici resigned from that role in April 2023 but the 30-month ban he received, after his former club Juventus were found guilty of false accounting, ends in July. He has continued to advise Levy on a consultancy basis and attended the win over Manchester United in the Europa League final. In theory, Lange could work below Paratici, as Steve Hitchen did as technical director when Paratici first joined Spurs in 2021, although Hitchen resigned less than a year later. Cullen, 62, joined the Tottenham board in 2006 after previously serving as an adviser to the club for 14 years. While her main role was as a communications and marketing specialist, she was a hugely influential figure at Spurs, after playing a key role in the new stadium project and becoming one of Levy's most trusted confidantes. In a statement, Cullen said: 'The club has been my life for the past three decades. 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.' 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. '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.'
Telegraph
3 days ago
- Business
- Telegraph
Ange Postecoglou faces D-day over Tottenham future next week
Ange Postecoglou's future at Tottenham Hotspur is set to be decided next week, with sources viewing his position as under extreme risk despite winning the Europa League. The Spurs manager, 59, delivered the club's first silverware in 17 years but oversaw their worst-ever finish in the Premier League with 22 defeats across the campaign, leading to chairman Daniel Levy looking at other managers. Levy has been away from the UK in the last days, while Postecoglou has been on holiday and a decision on whether to sack the Australian coach is pending. Spurs will make major changes in key departments this summer and a change of manager has been anticipated in some quarters. Postecoglou is halfway through his four-year contract at Spurs, having joined from Celtic in 2023 and delivered a trophy in his second season, as he predicted in September. The Spurs squad and Postecoglou celebrated with fans on an open-top bus parade after defeating Manchester United in the Europa final, with the manager insisting: 'In all the best TV shows, season three is better than season two.' But Levy has been mindful to make changes this summer after the club's Premier League form nosedived. They suffered the most defeats by a team in a 38-game season without getting relegated. Vinai Venkatesham will take over as chief executive, while changes are expected in the medical and sport science departments. Brentford's Thomas Frank will be in the frame should Postecoglou depart, with the Danish coach's work with young players at the Gtech Community Stadium admired. Fulham's Marco Silva is also highly rated, as is Andoni Iraola although he is expected to stay at Bournemouth. Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish, meanwhile, was adamant Oliver Glasner would stay at Selhurst Park after winning the FA Cup. Postecoglou became only the second Spurs manager to win silverware this century with the Bilbao triumph, joining Juande Ramos, who won the League Cup in 2008. On the final day of the season, after a 4-1 home defeat by Brighton, Postecoglou questioned why he should be asked about his future after winning a trophy for the club and also returning to the Champions League. But he also accepted Premier League form had been 'nowhere near good enough and unacceptable'. The Greek-born coach, who moved to Australia as a child, was Levy's fourth permanent appointment in as many years. Jose Mourinho, Nuno Espírito Santo and Antonio Conte also had spells in the post-Mauricio Pochettino era, with only Postecoglou delivering a trophy. Ryan Mason, who worked in Postecoglou's backroom staff, is finalising his move to West Bromwich Albion to be head coach.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Is Paratici set for Spurs return?
Vinai Venkatesham, the former Arsenal chief executive, is joining the club before next season in the same position he vacated at Emirates Stadium. Similarly, a potential return of former managing director of football Fabio Paratici is an ongoing process. BBC Sport understands machinations towards Paratici's possible comeback are in motion, though sources close to the situation have expressed caution by insisting a full agreement for the Italian's return is yet to be finalised and may take a while longer to be reached. There is a sense, however, that a deal with a view to appointing Paratici to the club's new-look executive team is achievable. Paratici, having first joined Spurs 2021, left the club in 2023 after an appeal against a two-and-a-half-year Fifa ban for alleged financial irregularities dating back to his spell at Juventus was rejected by Italy's highest sports court. Despite the suspension, Paratici - who held talks with AC Milan in recent weeks - has remained a constant at Tottenham, working for the club in an unofficial consultancy capacity. The Italian has also been a regular at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium since his ban was enforced in spring 2023. Paratici's suspension is due to expire in July, which could pave the way for his return if discussions are successful. Read more on summer changes at Tottenham
BBC News
09-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Is Paratici set for Spurs return?
Vinai Venkatesham, the former Arsenal chief executive, is joining the club before next season in the same position he vacated at Emirates a potential return of former managing director of football Fabio Paratici is an ongoing Sport understands machinations towards Paratici's possible comeback are in motion, though sources close to the situation have expressed caution by insisting a full agreement for the Italian's return is yet to be finalised and may take a while longer to be is a sense, however, that a deal with a view to appointing Paratici to the club's new-look executive team is having first joined Spurs 2021, left the club in 2023 after an appeal against a two-and-a-half-year Fifa ban for alleged financial irregularities dating back to his spell at Juventus was rejected by Italy's highest sports the suspension, Paratici - who held talks with AC Milan in recent weeks - has remained a constant at Tottenham, working for the club in an unofficial consultancy Italian has also been a regular at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium since his ban was enforced in spring suspension is due to expire in July, which could pave the way for his return if discussions are more on summer changes at Tottenham
