Tottenham Hotspur’s stunning win in the Europa League has brought joy to their fans, but behind the celebrations, the mood among players is mixed.
Despite the historic triumph, many do not expect Ange Postecoglou to remain as head coach next season.
Even with a year left on his contract, the club’s chairman Daniel Levy seems to be looking elsewhere, reportedly eyeing other managers like Marco Silva from Fulham.
Cementing a Place in Tottenham History
There’s no denying Postecoglou’s achievement.
Leading Spurs to their first major trophy in 17 years — and their first European title in 41 — has secured his place in the club’s history books.
That victory over Manchester United was more than just a win; it earned the team a spot in next season’s Champions League and set up a UEFA Super Cup clash with either Inter Milan or Paris Saint-Germain this August.
To mark this rare success, a trophy parade is planned along Tottenham High Road today, the first such celebration since the 1991 FA Cup win.
But just days later, Spurs will face Brighton in a Premier League match that reflects the contrasting realities of their season — a disappointing league campaign marred by 21 defeats.
A Bittersweet Farewell?
If this Europa League victory does turn out to be Postecoglou’s last act as Spurs manager, he can at least leave with pride.
Winning a major trophy in only his second season as a manager continues an impressive pattern in his career.
The triumph will be a treasured memory for Spurs supporters, especially those who had lost faith amid injury struggles and poor league form.
This success could also open new doors for Postecoglou, boosting his chances of landing another high-profile managerial role in the near future.
Mixed Feelings Among the Team
In the lead-up to the final, Postecoglou seemed to accept whatever the club’s decision might be.
After the win, his players echoed a similar sentiment but mostly avoided discussing the future, choosing instead to focus on celebrating their historic achievement.
Captain Heung-min Son came closest to expressing a clear opinion on the matter, acknowledging the manager’s role in ending Tottenham’s long trophy drought.
“He won the trophy,” Son said in Bilbao.
“Nobody did it before us. It’s not really up to me or the players, but we just have to appreciate that we haven’t won anything for 17 years, and today we finally have.
It’s the manager who wins the trophy. So we’ll see what happens next.”
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for Spurs and Postecoglou?
Postecoglou has expressed a desire to continue building on what he started when he joined Spurs from Celtic in 2023.
Yet, his parting words after the final were telling: “Que sera sera” — whatever will be, will be.
As Tottenham celebrate this milestone, everyone waits to see what the club’s next chapter holds, both for the manager and the team.