Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy Explains Ange Postecoglou Sacking

Ange Postecoglou was sacked as Tottenham coach in early June. Picture: Justin Setterfield.

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has spoken on Ange Postecoglou’s sacking for the first time since his controversial departure, declaring that Europa League glory wasn’t enough for the Australian to keep his job.

Postecoglou was stood down at Spurs manager 16 days after leading Tottenham towards a 1-0 Europa League final triumph over Manchester United in Bilbao, ending the club’s 17-year trophy drought.

Despite helping Tottenham book their spot in next season’s Champions League campaign, the Spurs board came to a “unanimous decision” to sack the 59-year-old, who presided over a dreadful Premier League campaign where the club finished 17th with 22 defeats.

Speaking to the Spurs media team, Levy reiterated that Postecoglou’s departure was a “collective decision”, stating he wanted Tottenham to win the Premier League.

He said "you saw the outpouring of emotion with the parade. It was just incredible. But it’s not enough. It’s what we haven’t done that is more important. We want to win the Premier League, and we want to win the Champions League".

Levy also said he was grateful to Postecoglou for what he achieved, and did not regret his appointment.