Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly considering Edin Terzic as a potential successor to Ange Postecoglou should the Australian manager face dismissal during the season. According to TEAMtalk, the German coach is “appreciated” by chairman Daniel Levy as part of Tottenham’s contingency plans.
Spurs suffered their 11th Premier League loss of the campaign in a defeat to arch-rivals Arsenal on Wednesday, leaving them just eight points above the relegation zone after 21 games. With only the bottom three teams suffering more losses, Postecoglou is under increasing pressure. European football appears unlikely for next season if their current form persists.
Edin Terzic: A Contender for the Hotspur Role
The TEAMtalk report highlights that while Postecoglou retains the board’s support, Tottenham are engaging in routine succession planning. Should the situation worsen, Terzic, who previously managed Borussia Dortmund, could be in contention to take the reins.
Despite leaving Dortmund last summer after guiding the team to the Champions League final, Terzic remains highly regarded in coaching circles. He was previously linked to the West Ham United job but ultimately did not take the role. Terzic reportedly has an interest in managing a Premier League club, making him an intriguing prospect for Spurs should the opportunity arise.
Tottenham’s Current Struggles
Tottenham’s statistics for the season underline their challenges:
- Wins: 7 (joint 10th in the league)
- Losses: 11 (17th in the league)
- Shots Taken Per Game: 14.6 (6th in the league)
- Shots Conceded Per Game: 12.5 (12th in the league)
- Goals Scored: 43 (2nd in the league)
While the team is excelling in goals scored, defensive vulnerabilities have hampered their progress, leaving Postecoglou to address glaring inconsistencies.
Levy’s Plan to Support Postecoglou
Despite speculation, Postecoglou is expected to remain in charge for the foreseeable future. The club plans to back the manager in the January transfer window, bolstering the squad to address their injury crisis and push for a top-half finish.
Key Takeaway
Ange Postecoglou, who has won 36 of his 73 games in charge of Tottenham, is under no immediate threat of losing his job. However, Edin Terzic’s name will remain on the radar if results do not improve, especially as Spurs navigate a critical juncture in their season. For now, Tottenham’s focus lies on improving their fortunes under Postecoglou’s leadership.