“Hearing from my sources there” – Tottenham insider says “genius” manager is No.1 target, not Iraola
Tottenham Hotspur have identified Fulham manager Marco Silva as their primary target should they decide to part ways with Ange Postecoglou this summer, according to former Spurs scout Mick Brown.
The Portuguese tactician has reportedly moved into pole position for the potential vacancy after establishing his credentials with an impressive campaign at Craven Cottage.
Silva’s work at Fulham has not gone unnoticed, with the 46-year-old guiding the Cottagers to eighth place in the Premier League – their highest potential finish since the 2010/11 season.
His contract situation, with just 16 months remaining on his current deal, makes him an increasingly attractive proposition for Tottenham’s hierarchy as they contemplate their next move.
The potential managerial change comes against the backdrop of Tottenham’s worst league campaign in over 15 years. Postecoglou’s side currently sit 14th in the table, with their dismal record speaking volumes about the need for change:
| Ange Postecoglou’s 2024/25 Premier League Record | |
|---|---|
| Games Played | 29 |
| Wins | 10 |
| Draws | 4 |
| Losses | 15 |
| Points per Game | 1.17 |
Brown’s revelations to Football Insider suggest the Tottenham board are already planning for contingencies: “Silva would certainly be top of the pops in terms of competition for that [managerial] spot, that’s what I’m hearing from my sources there.”
The former scout emphasized that unless Postecoglou orchestrates a dramatic turnaround in the final nine games, his position appears increasingly untenable.
The contrast between Silva’s Fulham and Postecoglou’s Tottenham this season could hardly be more stark:
| Comparison | Fulham | Tottenham |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 8th | 14th |
| Points Difference | +11 | – |
| Losses (29 games) | 9 | 15 |
Silva’s reputation as a tactical innovator – dubbed a ‘genius’ by some observers – has grown during his four-year tenure at Fulham, where he’s demonstrated an ability to organize teams defensively while maintaining an attacking threat.
His Premier League experience and progressive style of play align with Tottenham’s traditional footballing philosophy, making him an appealing candidate for the Spurs hierarchy.
While Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola remains another name under consideration, Silva’s proven track record in English football and his ability to outperform expectations with limited resources gives him an edge in the potential succession race.
As Tottenham’s season limps towards its conclusion, the managerial speculation looks set to intensify, with Silva emerging as the frontrunner to potentially lead a new era at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.