Journalist warns Ange Postecoglou’s own remarks could increase pressure on him.
Journalist Ben Jacobs suggests Ange Postecoglou could face scrutiny soon due to his past remarks.
Postecoglou Feeling the Heat at Tottenham
Pressure is beginning to mount on Ange Postecoglou following Tottenham’s 2-1 defeat to Ipswich Town, a result that has tested the patience of some Spurs supporters.
While the majority of the fan base remains supportive of the Australian manager, the goodwill he built during his tenure is starting to wane as the club passes the quarter mark of his second season in charge.
The 59-year-old has often spoken about his vision of building a long-term project at Spurs, but he is well aware that achieving consistency is critical if he hopes to see that vision through.
Ambitious Words That Could Backfire
Postecoglou has not shied away from putting himself and the team under pressure, boldly proclaiming his intention to secure silverware.
He has repeatedly stated that he always wins trophies in his second season at clubs, raising expectations among fans and the media alike (Sky Sports).
The Tottenham boss has gone even further, admitting that failure to deliver a trophy this season would mean falling short of his own standards (BBC Sport).
Journalist Ben Jacobs believes Postecoglou’s position is secure for now but warns that his comments may come back to haunt him if Spurs fail to deliver silverware.
Speaking to GiveMeSport, Jacobs said:
“I don’t think there’s a conversation yet about Postecoglou leaving Spurs, as he’s backed by the hierarchy in this new project.
“But if we get to the end of the season and Spurs underwhelm without winning a trophy, those Postecoglou comments will resurface.
He’s explicitly said he always wins something in his second season – if he doesn’t, there will be questions.
“In that scenario, by the summer of 2025, he’ll need to deliver something positive.
Otherwise, we could see a more serious conversation about whether Spurs are heading in the right direction.”
Time to Prove Himself
Despite growing concerns, Postecoglou is expected to see out the season unless Tottenham suffers a drastic collapse and falls far behind the top six.
The club’s leadership remains committed to the long-term project, having invested in young players suited to Postecoglou’s tactical vision.
Abandoning this project at the first sign of trouble would undermine the club’s broader goals.
For now, the focus remains on allowing the manager to find consistency and deliver results that match his ambitious rhetoric.
