"No clue" - Former Premier League midfielder issues Ange Postecoglou verdict amid Tottenham struggles
Tottenham Hotspur currently sit 12th in the Premier League table after 20 matches.
Former Premier League midfielder Emmanuel Petit has issued his verdict on Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou at the halfway point in the season. Spurs currently sit 12th in the Premier League, 12 points away from the Champions League place, and 22 points away from league leaders Liverpool after 20 matches.
Tottenham lost 2-1 to Newcastle United in their last match, a game in which they had chances to equalise and arguably win the game, however, they failed to take their opportunities at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Following a poor period of form, Petit has been critical of Spurs and Postecoglou, suggesting that the players and the manager don’t look like they have any solutions to their current issues.
He said: “We’re halfway through the season and Spurs have lost more games than they’ve won. I’m wondering why so many of their top players just don’t seem to be there anymore. Ange Postecoglou looks tired. No clue, no solution, no energy to cope with the situation. Postecoglou is responsible for some things - he has to show the right reaction and the right mentality to his players.
“The vision has to change. They’ve got the money, they’ve splashed the money on players. But, honestly, if you take every single Spurs player, would you name any of them among the best in the league in their position? [No.].”
Tottenham ownership set to back Postecoglou despite poor form
Despite the fact that Tottenham currently don’t look like a team finishing in a European football spot, the owners aren’t prepared to sack Postecoglou as of yet. Tottenham owner Daniel Levy is prepared to back the manager and won’t rush into a decision surrounding his future anytime soon. He is prepared to give Postecoglou the chance to turn things around with a solid transfer budget in January.
Spurs were one of the first teams to make a signing during the window as they have already made the addition of former Slavia Prague goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, who signed for a fee of £10m.
He was brought in to replace the injured Guglielmo Vicario, who is set to remain out until late February according to the latest injury updates. Spurs are likely to make several more signings in January as they look to strengthen their squad.
Tottenham linked with making several January transfers
Spurs have a rumoured interest in several intriguing players this month as they look to improve their depth for the second half of the season.
One name that has been linked recently is Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham - brother of England and Real Madrid star Jude - alongside both Crystal Palace and Arsenal. The Black Cats would be reportedly prepared to accept a £20m bid for the 19-year-old, who has scored four goals and contributed three assists this season.
Furthermore, Spurs have also been linked to PSG striker Randal Kolo Muani, who has fallen out of favour at the Parc de Princes. He has been linked to several Premier League rivals including Arsenal, Manchester United and Newcastle United.