Postecoglou on Tel future: ‘I didn’t bring him here for six months’

Ange Postecoglou has made it clear that Mathys Tel will remain a Tottenham Hotspur player beyond this season. Spurs secured the Bayern Munich forward in a dramatic deadline-day move, signing him on a six-month loan deal.

The agreement includes an option for a permanent transfer, set at €55 million (£45.8 million) with an additional €5 million (£4.1 million) in potential add-ons. While Tel has the final say, sources indicate that he has already committed to a six-year contract, signaling his intent to stay long-term.

Ahead of Tottenham’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Liverpool, Postecoglou reaffirmed his confidence in Tel’s future with the club. The manager stated that he did not bring Tel in for a short-term stint and fully expects him to demonstrate why he belongs at Spurs over the next six months.

Postecoglou praised Tel’s self-belief, confidence, and physical readiness for the Premier League, emphasizing his goal-scoring ability, speed, and capacity to take on defenders.

He believes the young forward possesses qualities that would attract interest from any club but considers Tottenham fortunate to have secured his services under favorable circumstances.

Negotiations for Tel’s move appeared to break down last Friday, but a conversation with Postecoglou on Sunday ultimately sealed the deal.

The 19-year-old’s role in Tottenham’s high-stakes clash at Anfield will be closely watched, as Spurs hold a one-goal advantage from the first leg. While injuries have disrupted Tottenham’s Premier League campaign, their cup journey has remained intact. With the club on the brink of its first Wembley final in four years, anticipation continues to build.

Current captain Son Heung-min and long-serving defender Ben Davies, who joined in 2014, are determined to end Tottenham’s 17-year trophy drought.

Postecoglou sees a clear sense of purpose in both players, particularly Son, who has dedicated years to the club without silverware. He believes success this season would solidify Son’s legendary status at Tottenham.

Davies has also stepped up in recent times, demonstrating leadership and understanding of what a trophy would mean for the club.

Anfield’s electrifying atmosphere awaits, but Tottenham has earned its place in this position with notable victories over Coventry, Manchester City, and Manchester United in the competition.

Postecoglou acknowledges the challenge ahead but insists Spurs have fought hard to reach this stage. He views the match as a massive moment for the team and a chance to make a significant impact.

Tottenham’s Recent Carabao Cup Journey

As Tottenham prepares for one of the most crucial matches of the season, Postecoglou remains confident in his squad’s ability to rise to the occasion.

A Wembley final beckons, and for players like Son and Davies, the opportunity to secure long-awaited silverware has never been more tangible.