Ange Postecoglou has openly criticised Tottenham Hotspur’s ambition and transfer approach in the wake of Thomas Frank’s dismissal.
Frank had succeeded Postecoglou following the Australian’s unexpected sacking, despite winning the Europa League last season.
However, Frank struggled during his tenure and departed with Spurs languishing in 16th place in the Premier League, just five points clear of the relegation zone.
Postecoglou argued that Tottenham’s cautious approach to the transfer market is holding the club back from genuine success, clashing with its self-image as a “big boy.”
“Having been in that position now twice in the last six months, it’s tough,” Postecoglou told The Overlap’s Stick to Football podcast.
“You know that he can’t be the only issue at the club. It’s a curious club, Tottenham. It’s made a major pivot at the end of last year, not just with me but with (executive chairman) Daniel (Levy) leaving as well, and you’ve created this whole sort of environment of uncertainty.
“There’s no guarantee whichever manager you bring in – they’ve had world-class managers there and they haven’t had success,” Postecoglou added.
