Tottenham make contact for manager – Spurs attracted by passionate playing style
Tottenham Hotspur’s disappointing season has plunged Ange Postecoglou’s future into serious doubt, with the club quietly exploring alternatives as they prepare for potential changes in the dugout.
Currently languishing in 16th position in the Premier League, Spurs face the sobering reality that Europa League glory represents their only path to salvaging something from a campaign that has dramatically underdelivered on expectations.
The North London club’s attention has turned to Borussia Dortmund’s Niko Kovac, according to reports from German publication Bild. The 53-year-old Croatian tactician has emerged as a serious candidate to potentially replace Postecoglou, with Tottenham’s hierarchy reportedly making preliminary enquiries about his availability.
Kovac’s intense, aggressive football philosophy and proven track record in Germany’s Bundesliga have caught the eye of Spurs’ decision-makers, who view his approach as ideally suited to the demands of English football.
While Tottenham have yet to make any formal approach to Dortmund, intermediaries are understood to have established contact to gauge Kovac’s interest.
The former Bayern Munich and Monaco manager has long harbored ambitions of testing himself in the Premier League, adding intrigue to Spurs’ tentative overtures.
However, with his contract at Signal Iduna Park running until 2026 and Dortmund showing no inclination to part ways, any potential move would require significant compensation – believed to be around €2.5 million to activate a release clause covering two-thirds of his remaining salary.
Kovac’s current focus remains firmly on Dortmund, with Bild reporting the manager as “completely unbothered” by Tottenham’s interest at this stage.
Yet the situation could evolve rapidly should Spurs decide to make a change, particularly if they progress in the Europa League and seek a manager with proven European pedigree to lead their potential continental campaign next season.
Postecoglou’s fate may ultimately hinge on the upcoming two-legged semi-final against Norwegian outfit Bodø/Glimt.
Failure to secure European silverware could precipitate change, with Tottenham’s disappointing league position undermining the Australian’s position despite his early-season promise. The club’s leadership appears to be conducting due diligence, ensuring they have viable alternatives lined up should they opt for a new direction this summer.
For now, Kovac represents an intriguing but distant possibility rather than an imminent appointment. His tactical flexibility, experience at elite clubs, and reputation for developing young talent align with Tottenham’s long-term vision.
However, with Dortmund determined to retain his services and Postecoglou still technically in charge, this remains a situation in its earliest exploratory stages – one that could either fizzle out or accelerate dramatically depending on results in the coming weeks.
As Tottenham’s season reaches its climax, the managerial speculation adds another layer of intrigue to a club at crossroads.
Whether they stick with Postecoglou or turn to Kovac or another candidate, the decision will shape Tottenham’s trajectory as they attempt to rediscover their place among England’s elite clubs.