Ange Postecoglou and spurs

Whilst we have made a decent start to the campaign with 2 wins and 2 clean sheets it’s still very early.  As a Tottenham fan we remember Nuno Espírito Santo  going unbeaten in his first month and winning manager of the month, same for big Ange who was at the helm for the 10 game unbeaten run at the start of the 23/24 season, so I won’t be getting carried away just yet.

There are however some very good signs.  Under Santo we were very strong in defence but just looked to sneak a goal the other end of the field, under big Ange we just attacked from all parts of the field but forgot how to defend and to close out game.

Under Frank we seem to set up with a back 4 that is very compact and quick, and the midfield sitting just in front of them, who also get through a lot of defensive work but who then have the freedom and ability to switch play quickly to the other end of the field.

Also it’s clear from the first 2 matches that he adapts the game plan according to what the opposition does and how the game is going.  As much as I loved Ange ball, there was no plan B when teams worked us out and when we were chasing the game.

I still feel that we need to strengthen, we definitely need a no10 as Madison is out til the new year and may not return to the levels before his ASL injury, we could also do with another attacking midfielder as Kulasevski is also out until the new year, we also need a centre back as VDV is injury prone as is Romero (to a lesser extent) who is also prone to red cards.

Do I think they will get these players in over the next week, the answer is “No”, Levy has again shown this summer that his push for that extra £1 million off here and there, his push to offer players he doesn’t want in lieu of paying the asking price has seen Eze join arsenal at the 11th hour.

He will leave a mixed legacy.  He has seen them build one of the best stadiums in the world and a training facility that again is the envy of most sides, he has also turned them into one of the most financially stable clubs in world football.

However he has also been at the helm during the most barren period in the club’s history, with only 2 trophies and 16 different managers during his tenure.

It looks like his lack of support for his numerous managers in during numerous transfer windows has finally seen him and Joe Lewis finally fall out.  

This may well pave the way for a takeover of the club, which has mooted for a while but hasn’t materialised, probably due in part to his negotiating style.

I am torn in all honesty. Better the devil you know in some cases. Careful what you wish for also comes to mind. Some of the flak he has received from supposed fans is crazy. Time will tell. Nobody can argue that he leaves the reins to a very healthy club financially. Lets see what superstars will now be lining up to sign starting with Harry Kane perhaps????????

The players are partly the responsibility of the director of football, the manager/head coach and Levy (who has final say with regards to the transfer/fee to be paid etc).

I actually  like him, but last season with so many defenders  and others out it was difficult.  He sets his teams up to attack( like Klopp), but when the defending  us poor, there's trouble. 

Will he last long with  the volatile  Greek,  who's to know?

That question  is better answered by Spurs fans,  Legendinmybathroom,  GPR Rochester,  and Hoppy. 

They will have a far better idea than me.