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Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero is being repeatedly linked with an exit this summer, but he could be joined by an "underrated" Spurs teammate.

Cristian Romero attracting Atlético Madrid interest

The Lilywhites face a very real prospect of losing Romero once the transfer window reopens, as reports are suggesting that the Argentine wants to move on for a fresh challenge amid interest from Atlético Madrid.

As per some media sources, Romero is "pushing" to leave Tottenham, with chairman Daniel Levy postponing talks over a new contract for the 26-year-old as a result (The Boot Room). Meanwhile, others claim that Atlético boss Diego Simeone has reached out to the £165,000-per-week defender in an attempt to entice him with a move to La Liga (Uriel Lugt).

Sky Sports have also backed these reports that interest in Romero from Atlético is there, so the prospect of him departing N17 is seemingly looking more and more possible by the day.

Tottenham are out of both domestic cups and sitting 14th in the Premier League table after 15 top-flight defeats, with a good run in the Europa League coming as their only chance to win silverware and qualify for next season's Champions League.

Atlético undoubtedly provides the pull of regular European football and the chance to compete for major honours, and the same can certainly be said of their cross-city rivals, with Real Madrid also considering a summer move for Romero.

The former Atalanta star's exit would be a blow for manager Ange Postecoglou, if he is even in the job by next season, but Romero isn't the only Spurs player attracting real interest heading into an important summer window.

Tottenham open to selling Richarlison as three clubs plan bid

Injury-ridden striker Richarlison is among the players who could quit Tottenham with Romero, according to journalist Jorge Nicola.

As per the reporter, speaking on his YouTube channel, rumours are surrounding Brazilian Serie A trio Palmeiras, Fluminense and Flamengo are all plotting a bid for Richarlison, who cost Levy £60 million to sign from Everton in 2022.

However, the cost of an operation could prohibit these sides from moving, even if Nicola states that Tottenham are considering the permanent sale of Richarlison from July.

“In the last few hours, speculation has been that Palmeiras, Fluminense and Flamengo are preparing a proposal to buy the player in the middle of the year," said Nicola.

“The big news on this subject is that Tottenham, very bothered by the center forward’s series of injuries, is considering negotiating him permanently starting in July.

“I can rule out Palmeiras being interested in Richarlison. When Verdão spends 155 million reais to buy Vitor Roque, they stop looking for the player,” he added.

“Even if Tottenham admits a loss and loses, for example €18m, Richardson would still cost €40m. This number is completely out of line with the reality of any football club in Brazil, not to mention Pombo’s salary. Richarlison earns around R$3,900,000 at Tottenham, much higher than the salary of any active player in the country.”

The 27-year-old, called "underrated" by pundit Micah Richards, enjoyed a terrific purple patch of goalscoring form under Postecoglou midway through last season. However, fitness issues have caused him to miss the vast majority of 2024/2025.

After a frustrating campaign, don't be surprised to see Richarlison follow Romero out the door.

Tottenham Hotspur are casting their eyes on a fresh new manager target, as under-pressure head coach Ange Postecoglou reportedly faces the potential sack this year.

Credible media sources are reporting that Postecoglou's future is in real doubt, with Fabrizio Romano also stating that the 59-year-old is heavily relying on an impressive Europa League campaign to save his job.

Tottenham play Chelsea in their first game after the international break, and before the Lilywhites' all-important London derby clash, Posfecoglou responded to speculation surrounding his tenuous position at the club.

The Australian admitted that there are plenty of outstanding candidates out there to take his place, if chairman Daniel Levy does decide to hand Postecoglou his P45, and he's taken a seemingly relaxed view on his long-term stay - suggesting other job offers will emerge if Spurs opt to part company with him.

"I know what my responsibilities are. I'm sure if the club decide to go in a different direction, there are some outstanding candidates out there for it," said Postecoglou on his future at Tottenham.

"And you know what, maybe somebody will think, 'Ah Ange Postecoglou's not a bad coach, maybe we'll take a punt on him'.

"It doesn't rock my world, it doesn't consume me. I am here and passionate about what we are doing. I was brought in to change the way the club plays, rejuvenate the squad and bring success. I am focused on that and that's what I'll keep doing."

This comes amid news that Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is Tottenham's number one managerial target to potentially succeed Postecoglou (The Athletic), with other candidates like Fulham's Marco Silva and Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi also under consideration (Fabrizio Romano).

Another tactician who's impressed lately, now finding his way onto Spurs' radar, is Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner.

The Austrian recently booked an FA Cup semi-final spot with Palace after a big 3-0 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage, with the Eagles set for a trip to Wembley as they seek to make history and win their first ever major trophy.

The south Londoners have enjoyed an excellent run of form in the league as well, ending the season strongly, but Glasner stands to lose a host of key players this summer.

Marc Guehi is attracting serious summer interest as he enters the final 12 months of his contract, among others, so Glasner could well be tempted to jump ship if a suitable offer arrives.

Tottenham eyeing Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner

According to The Boot Room and journalist Graeme Bailey, Tottenham are admirers of Glasner amid their hunt for a potential new manager, but they're not alone as RB Leipzig have their eyes on the 50-year-old as an heir to Marco Rose.

Their head of Global Soccer, ex-Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp, is also said to "strongly" like Glasner as an option. Palace, meanwhile, know what they must do to fend off interest in their growingly popular head coach.

Glasner wants assurances that they will try and push on to become European regulars, and is seeking clarity about star midfielder Adam Wharton's future, as he'd like to keep the England international for another 12 months at least.

While Palace are hopeful of tying the former Eintracht Frankfurt boss down with a new deal, they're also making contingency plans in the event he departs Selhurst Park this summer.

It's no secret that this has been an incredibly turbulent season for Tottenham Hotspur.

Ange Postecoglou's job is currently hanging by a thread, and if his side don't win the Europa League, then it'll truly be a year to forget.

Fortunately, the transfer window is just around the corner, and with it, there is a chance to reinforce the squad with genuine quality, but even then, problems could be ahead.

For example, recent reports have claimed that one of the club's most important stars is on the wishlist of a European giant and could leave in a move reminiscent of Kyle Walker's all those years ago.

Spurs' potential exits

There isn't just one first-team player who might be on the way out of Spurs in the summer, as reports from late last month revealed that the midfield could be in for a big revamp.

In particular, Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur could be up for sale, with the former catching the eye of fellow Premier League side Everton and the latter simply "not part of Tottenham's plans moving forward", according to former scout Mick Brown.

However, while plenty of fans might be okay with their exits, they might be less so if Cristian Romero also leaves.

Yes, according to a recent report from Spain, the Argentine has been a key target for Atlético Madrid 'for weeks', and to make matters worse, Diego Simeone has personally contacted the player.

Moreover, the report has claimed that the interest is mutual and that the Spanish giants are ''studying an offer that can convince' the North Londoners into selling, which, according to another story, could be around the £67m mark.

It would be a sizable sum of money for Tottenham, but losing Romero could be a massive blow, akin to losing Walker in 2017.

Why Romero could be Walker 2.0

Spurs have made several defensive sales in the years since Walker left the club, including Cameron Carter-Vickers, Juan Foyth, and Toby Alderweireld. So, what makes this potential transfer so similar to the Englishman's?

Well, there are a few reasons, the first being just how much money could be involved.

When the former Lilywhites star was sold to City in 2017, he went for a massive fee of up to £53m, and while that ended up being value for money, it was a world record for a defender at the time.

Granted, if the former Atalanta star does join Atlético in the coming months, it won't be for another world-record fee, but it will be the most the North Londoners have got for a defensive player and the third-highest fee they've received full-stop, behind only Harry Kane and Gareth Bale.

The second similarity is that, like the multiple Premier League champion, the Córdoba-born World Cup winner would be leaving N17 as one of the club's most important players.

For example, while he's missed much of this season due to injury and fitness issues, the 6 foot 1 "monster," as dubbed by journalist Charlie Eccleshare, has made 115 appearances for the club, in which he's scored seven goals, provided one assist and been named as one of the squad's co-vice-captains.

So, it wouldn't be hyperbolic to suggest that losing someone Lionel Messi describes as "the best defender in the world" would be just as, if not more, devastating to the North Londoners than losing Walker was.

Ultimately, if Romero is set on going, then Spurs might just have to make peace with it and get as much money for him as possible. However, if there is a chance he wants to stay, then they should be doing all they can to tie him down to a new deal, as they might find it as hard to replace him as they did Walker.

Tottenham Hotspur have shelved new contract talks with a star player in their squad, and he's now seriously pursuing an exit from the north London club this summer, which could be seen as a concern for chairman Daniel Levy.

Ange Postecoglou facing potential Tottenham sack

As things stand, real uncertainty surrounds the long-term future of Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou, following a disappointing second full campaign in charge.

Debilitating injuries haven't helped the Australian, but 14th in the Premier League after 15 defeats in the top flight alone makes for very grim reading from the perspective of a 'big six' club.

Postecoglou is now relying on an impressive Europa League run to convince Tottenham not to change managers, according to reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano, and Spurs are already expressing a serious interest in Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola, among other high-profile alternatives like Inter Milan's Simone Inzaghi and Fulham's Marco Silva.

These next few weeks will be key in determining Postecoglou's position at N17, and even if the 59-year-old does manage to make history in Europe and keep his job, the former Celtic boss is facing a very real prospect of losing key players this summer.

One of them, according to various reports in the last few days, could be star defender Cristian Romero.

The Argentine is wanted by Atlético Madrid, with South American media claiming that Diego Simeone has personally reached out to him (Uriel Lugt). Their arch rivals Real Madrid have also internally discussed a move for Romero, so it appears the 26-year-old has plenty of temptation away from N17.

Losing Romero would be a blow for Postecoglou and Levy, considering his status as a senior leader in the squad, and it now appears that the defender has fully made up his mind on quitting Spurs.

Cristian Romero "pushing" to leave Tottenham with contract talks cancelled

According to The Boot Room and journalist Graeme Bailey, Romero is "pushing" to leave Tottenham, and Levy has postponed talks over a new deal for the £165,000-per-week ace as a result.

The player has apparently made it clear to his circle that he's ready to pursue a new challenge, and he's set his sights on a move to La Liga specifically. Simeone really wants him at Atletico, as he views Romero as one of world football's best centre-backs, but Levy won't let him go cheaply.

The former Atalanta star's price tag is set at around £60 million, and this could prove to be the main obstacle in place of an Atlético deal for the player. It is also worth noting that Romero is determined to leave regardless of whether Spurs win the Europa League and qualify for next season's Champions League, so his eagerness to go may even force through a move.

One thing is certain - Tottenham would need to bring an adept replacement for the stalwart who's been praised for his overall performances since joining in 2021.

"In Romero they have got a phenomenal defender. He makes others around him better," said former Spurs keeper Paul Robinson to Football Insider three years ago.

“What they have got isn’t enough. They need more but he is certainly the best that they have got. He could play in any side in the top four of the Premier League. He is a Champions League player, a top player.

“If Spurs are going to go places Romero is the type of player they will need to keep and build around.”

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly made contact with an "exciting" manager who's drawn comparisons with former Spurs favourite Mauricio Pochettino, as chairman Daniel Levy draws up a shortlist of potential Ange Postecoglou replacements.

The managers targeted by Tottenham to replace Ange Postecoglou

It has been a dismal second full season in charge of Spurs for Postecoglou, with his side languishing in 14th after 15 Premier League defeats in total.

Amid the mounting pressure surrounding his long-term future, Fabrizio Romano stated earlier this week that Postecoglou is reliant on a good run in the Europa League to save his job at Spurs, and if they fail to impress, then it is highly likely he'll be replaced.

This echos a previous report from The Athletic, who claim that Postecoglou's future is in "serious doubt", so it appears the Australian's potential dismissal is far more likely than not at this stage.

Taking this into account, Levy is now believed to be making contingency plans in the event Postecoglou is indeed shown his P45.

Tottenham have shortlisted Brentford boss Thomas Frank as a target, according to reports, while it is also believed that Fulham manager Marco Silva is under consideration at Spurs as well.

Inter Milan manager Simone Inzaghi, who is currently attempting to defend the Nerazzuri's Scudetto title in a close race with Antonio Conte's Napoli, also has admirers at N17 (Fabrizio Romano).

However, one name who stands above all the aforementioned candidates is Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola.

The 42-year-old has done a very impressive job since joining them from Rayo Vallecano, with the Cherries competing for a European place and maintaining real consistency throughout 2024/2025 despite injury problems.

Iraola is reportedly Tottenham's top target to replace Postecoglou as a result, and it is believed that Spurs have already made contact with the Spaniard's close circle (GiveMeSport).

Andoni Iraola an "exciting" manager target for Tottenham

Now, speaking on The Athletic FC podcast, journalist Jack Pitt-Brooke has shared insight on the tactician after this rumoured approach by Tottenham.

Pitt-Brooke claims that Iraola is viewed as the next exciting young manager in football, likening him to former Lilywhites head coach Pochettino, who was a fan favourite for many years and guided them to an unprecedented Champions League final.

“There just seems to be a consensus in football that he is the next new, exciting young manager," said Pitt-Brooke.

“I think he is at that sweet spot where he’s only 42, so he’s young enough to be original, brave and really convinced about the strength of his ideas, but he’s also experienced enough that his ideas have been tested.

“He did really well in Spain at Rayo Vallecano, and then he came over to Bournemouth and done well, so from a Tottenham point of view, if you’re thinking who reminds us most of Mauricio Pochettino in 2014, then Iraola is the obvious choice.”

It is worth noting that Iraola's contract, which expires in 2026, also includes a £10-11 million release clause, so Spurs know the price of his appointment.

The main obstacle will lie in Iraola's willingness to join the north Londoners, considering the excellent job he's doing at Bournemouth right now.

Tottenham Hotspur are making contingency plans if they decide to sack under-pressure head coach Ange Postecoglou, with Fabrizio Romano sharing more news on another managerial candidate alongside the heavily-linked Andoni Iraola.

Tottenham shortlist managers to replace Ange Postecoglou

Last week, The Athletic backed multiple other reports that Postecoglou's job at Spurs is under real threat, following an underwhelming second season in charge which has seen the Lilywhites drop to 14th in the table.

While the Australian prays for a Europa League run which would help restore faith in him as the right manager to lead Spurs forward, chairman Daniel Levy and the boardroom are reliably believed to be drawing up a shortlist of potential replacements for Postecoglou.

Iraola is in pole position for the possible Tottenham vacancy, according to various media sources, but other candidates are in the frame as well. Fulham boss Marco Silva has impressed at Craven Cottage, standing out as their most successful manager of the modern era, and this hasn't gone unnoticed at N17.

Spurs are interested in Silva as a new managerial candidate, while Brentford manager Thomas Frank is also understood to be among the names who Tottenham are thinking about appointing (The Athletic).

The north Londoners could also look to Europe in search of the right man for their dugout, and one prestigious name who's already been mentioned is Inter Milan head coach Simone Inzaghi.

The 48-year-old guided Inter to a Serie A title last season and a Champions League final in 2023, and he's currently competing with Antonio Conte's Napoli in a hotly-contested race for his second Scudetto in charge at the San Siro.

Some reports claim ex-Tottenham managing director Fabio Paratici has recommended Inzaghi to Levy, and Romano has now shared an update.

Tottenham sources "guarantee" Simone Inzaghi interest

Writing for GiveMeSport, the reliable journalist claims his Tottenham sources "guarantee" interest in appointing Inzaghi, but it will by no means be an easy one to pull off.

The Italian is currently in full focus at Inter, where his side will also be competing in the Club World Cup from June 1st, with Romano adding that Inzaghi doesn't look like a "realistic" opportunity for Spurs at this stage.

That being said, Romano hasn't completely ruled out a Spurs move for the £169,000-per-week tactician, and Inzaghi could be worth the effort given his stellar reputation among players who've worked with him.

“The squad has been together for years. Inzaghi is a phenomenonal coach. I’ve never had a better manager, even though I had top coaches like Eriksson and Hughes," said ex-Serie A striker Felipe Caicedo on his time with Inzaghi.

“Inzaghi has that special factor that other coaches lack. He manages to get inside your head, he tells you the right things at the right time. This bond with the players makes the difference. Then maybe tactically he is not yet on Guardiola’s level, but he is an excellent coach. And the results are there to see.

“During the six months I spent at Inter, we didn’t win the Scudetto due to our own fault."

This summer has to be a massive one for Tottenham Hotspur.

Ange Postecoglou's side have seriously struggled this season through a combination of poor form and a torrent of injuries, so much so that they've lost more games than they've won in the Premier League.

However, as there were at the start of last season, there have been signs that the Australian could make things work with more backing, and based on reports from the last few weeks, Daniel Levy and Co appear to be looking to make signings in the coming months.

One of the players most heavily touted for a move to N17 has been Southampton gem Tyler Dibling, although if he did join the Lilywhites, he'd be worth considerably less than one of his main rivals for game time.

Why Spurs want to sign Dibling

While Spurs' interest in Dibling is now in the open, the North Londoners are not the only club keen to secure the youngster's services, with fellow Premier League outfit Newcastle United also said to be interested.

So, why are a number of the league's biggest clubs circling a winger from a club who look destined to be relegated to the Championship?

Well, simply put, he has been one of the very few bright spots for Southampton this year, and while he hasn't necessarily lit the world alight, he's done enough to suggest that his ceiling is extraordinarily high.

For example, despite being just 19 years old and playing for a genuinely awful Saints side, the Exeter-born "game-breaker," as dubbed by analyst Ben Mattinson, has scored four goals and provided two assists in 30 appearances, which is not bad going for his debut season in the top flight.

Moreover, while his primary and best position is off the right, the young Englishman has also shown himself to be a versatile attacker, making five appearances as a centre-forward this season, five in attacking midfield, and one in right midfield.

Finally, over the last year or so, Tottenham have clearly chosen to target up-and-coming talents in the transfer market, with moves for Lucas Bergvall, Archie Gray, and Wilson Odobert.

So, in their case, signing Dibling would also fit nicely with their long-term vision for the team, and it seems more than likely that his €25m valuation from Transfermarkt, which is about £21m, will start increasing very soon.

That said, if Levy and Co can bring the youngster to North London in the summer, he'll have to work hard to match the valuation of his biggest competitor for game time.

The Spurs star worth millions more than Dibling

Now, when it comes to the winger options at Spurs, Postecoglou has a few players who can choose from on the left, but when it comes to the right, the only truly natural option he currently has is Brennan Johnson.

The Welsh international joined the North Londoners from Nottingham Forest in the summer of 2023, and while things haven't necessarily been plane sailing since then, he has established himself as a useful attacking outlet.

For example, despite enduring a slow start to his first campaign in the capital, the 23-year-old scored five goals and provided ten assists in 34 appearances, totalling 2248 minutes. This comes out to an average of a goal involvement every 2.26 games or every 149.86 minutes.

This season has been even better, as in 39 appearances, totalling 2493 minutes, the "frightening" ace, as dubbed by content creator HLTCO, has scored 14 goals and provided four assists, which comes out to an average of a goal involvement every 2.16 games, or every 138.5 minutes.

Impressively, despite getting so much stick earlier in the season that he deactivated his Instagram account, the Welshman is currently the club's top goalscorer.

So, when you take all that into consideration, it's not massively surprising that Transfermarkt values him at €50m, which is about £42m, or £22m more than Dibling is currently worth.

Ultimately, if the Spurs do sign the young Saints star, then they'll have yet another promising prospect in their squad. However, seeing if he can take Johnson's spot from him in the long run will be interesting.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly setting aside over £100 million to sign a Brazil international and his teammate this summer, amid criticism surrounding Spurs and chairman Daniel Levy's transfer policy.

Levy defends Tottenham spending amid ENIC protests

Earlier this week, the Lilywhites released their latest set of financial results.

The club announced a four per cent drop in revenue overall, with matchday income falling to £106 million and UEFA prize money down from £56 million to just over £1 million, due to their lack of European participation last season (Standard Sport).

Following these numbers released from Tottenham's last financial year, amid fierce criticism surrounding the club's transfer policy, Levy has moved to defend the north Londoners' squad investment.

“Since opening our new stadium in April 2019, we have invested over £700 million net in player acquisitions," said Levy in an official statement.

"Recruitment remains a key focus, and we must ensure that we make smart purchases within our financial means. We cannot spend what we do not have, and we will not compromise the financial stability of this club – indeed, our off-pitch revenues have significantly supplemented the lower football revenues this year, testament to our diversified income strategy."

Ange Postecoglou is under mounting pressure in the dugout after a dismal 2024/2025 season, with reports heavily linking Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola with the potential Spurs job.

Levy also commented on the team's league position, urging supporters to get behind the side ahead of a crucial next few weeks.

“We currently find ourselves in 14th position in the Premier League, navigating what has been a highly challenging season on the pitch," said Levy.

"We are, however, in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Europa League. Winning this competition would see welcome silverware and mean qualification for the UEFA Champions League. We must do everything we can to support the team in these final key stages.”

"I want to thank everyone who supports us through good times and bad. We are resilient and passionate about our Club. We shall aim to finish this season as strongly as we can and continue to build for success on the pitch."

Tottenham plan to spend over £100m on Matheus Cunha and Joao Gomes

Interestingly, despite Levy's caution when it comes to spending, a new report has now claimed Spurs are ready to seriously invest in the signings of Wolves duo Matheus Cunha and Joao Gomes.

CaughtOffside write that Tottenham are planning to spend over £100m on Gomes and Cunha, which would surely be a huge chunk of their transfer budget.

Postecoglou's side pose a serious threat to Arsenal's pursuit of Cunha as a result, with the Brazil internationals firmly on technical director Johan Lange's radar heading into this summer window.

Cunha has starred for Wolves in a variety of attacking roles this term, scoring 15 goals and racking up four assists, and his contract will include a tantalising £62.5 million release clause.

Fabrizio Romano has now revealed when Tottenham Hotspur could sack under-fire manager Ange Postecoglou, sharing key details on the Australian's very uncertain long-term future in north London.

Ange Postecoglou's future in "serious doubt" at Tottenham

Postecoglou has been linked with the Spurs axe for months now, but last week, big-name news outlet The Athletic backed reports that the 59-year-old could be facing his final season in charge of the Lilywhites.

Tottenham lie 14th in the table after 15 Premier League defeats, which are truly abject numbers for a 'big six' side, and while you can make a serious case that injuries have dampened their chances of performing at the top level, results simply haven't been up to par regardless.

Postecoglou has attracted criticism for his inability to adapt at a tactical level, with dissatisfaction surrounding his work and there being "serious doubt" over the former Celtic boss' long-term future.

Tottenham have identified Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola as a top target to potentially replace Postecoglou, while it is also believed that Fulham boss Marco Silva and Brentford manager Thomas Frank are high on Daniel Levy's managerial shortlist (The Athletic).

“You can’t play a system the players can’t play because of principle. For that they’ve conceded three on Thursday and six today," said Man United legend Peter Schmeichel after a 6-3 defeat to Liverpool earlier this season.

“When you look at the table, they’re not on the front page, they’re on the second page. Tottenham are not supposed to be on the second page, it’s because of the way they play.

“The stubbornness of wanting to play that way, they got what they deserved, and it could have been a lot worse.”

Fabrizio Romano shares when Tottenham could sack Ange Postecoglou

Now, writing for GiveMeSport, Romano has shared key details about when Tottenham could sack Postecoglou.

The journalist claims that the tactician's hopes of remaining at N17 "strictly" rest on how Spurs perform in the Europa League, but if they fail to win the competition or even put in a respectable showing, then there is a "high possibility" that Levy will part company with Postecoglou.

He adds that they've already touched base with Iraola's "close circle" to express an interest in the Spaniard, who's worked wonders at Bournemouth despite coping with real injury shortages of his own at points.

Tottenham are also very aware that the 42-year-old has a release clause in his Cherries deal, worth up to £11 million, so Bournemouth would be powerless to keep their manager if Levy elects to trigger it.

While Iraola appears to be the favourite to succeed Postecoglou if he does leave, Romano backs reports that they're also considering Fulham's Silva.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly made contact over a move for a top manager target who has already embarrassed Ange Postecoglou on more than one occasion.

Tottenham manager rumours with Ange under pressure

Spurs have had a season to forget so far under Postecoglou, although it could be recovered somewhat by winning the Europa League.

The Lilywhites are set to take on Eintracht Frankfurt in the quarter-finals as they aim to make the final in Bilbao and keep up Postecoglou’s record of winning a trophy in his second year in charge.

However, with Tottenham in the bottom half of the Premier League, there have been rumours over a managerial change in north London.

A plethora of managers have been linked as replacements for Postecoglou at Tottenham, with leading candidates thought to be Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola and Fulham’s Marco Silva.

Talking to Football Insider recently, ex-scout Mick Brown claimed it was Silva who is the top manager target at Tottenham.

“Tottenham, unless they put a run together from now to the end of the season, you would think that things might happen [to Postecoglou] there in terms of the sack for the manager.

“Silva would certainly be top of the pops in terms of competition for that [managerial] spot, that’s what I’m hearing from my sources there.”

Silva recently got the better of Postecoglou with Fulham defeating Spurs 2-0 prior to the international break, and a new update shows that Tottenham have made an opening move for the Cottagers’ boss.

Tottenham enquire for Fulham’s Marco Silva

According to reports in Portugal, relayed by Sport Witness, Tottenham have come forward and made an enquiry over a move for Silva.

It is claimed that Spurs, alongside Juventus, have both made contact over a move for the 47-year-old, who could be on course to leave Craven Cottage this summer after five years at the club.

Alongside the 2-0 defeat for Postecoglou at the hands of Silva, the Fulham manager also embarrassed the Australian in 2024, winning 3-0 against Spurs at Craven Cottage.

It looks as if Tottenham chiefs have liked what they’ve seen against Silva and have made an opening swoop for bring the “special” Fulham boss across London.

However, Juventus, who are on the search for a permanent manager themselves, have also acted, so it could be one to keep an eye on in north London over the coming months.