Ange Postecoglou could be set for a swift return to the dugout, according to reports
The 59-year-old Australian was sacked by Tottenham Hotspur last week, 16 days after he led the club to their first silverware since 2008.
Victory in Bilbao served as a glorious conclusion to what had been an otherwise disastrous campaign for the north London club.
In a season in which his squad was ravaged by a slew of injuries, further compounded by a congested fixture list, Spurs suffered 22 league defeats, a club record in a 38-game season.
Postecoglou could now head to the Saudi Pro League, with Al-Ahli eyeing him for their managerial role, according to the Telegraph.
He is being lined up as a potential successor to Matthias Jaissle, whose future at the club remains uncertain despite guiding them to the AFC Champions League title last month.
Ange Postecoglou could be set for a swift return to the dugout after being sacked by Spurs
Postecoglou is being lined up as a potential successor to Matthias Jaissle at Al-Ahli
Jaissle could return to Europe after guiding the club to AFC Champions League glory
Jaissle, 37, has attracted interest from Europe after leading a team packed with stars – including Ivan Toney, Roberto Firmino, Riyad Mahrez and Edouard Mendy – to continental glory against Kawasaki Frontale.
Bundesliga side RB Leipzig and several Premier League clubs are understood to be tracking him.
A move to Saudi Arabia would see Postecoglou return to Asia having previously won the J1 League with Yokohama F. Marinos.
Following his Tottenham exit, Postecoglou himself released a parting statement, reflecting on his two years at the club with pride.
The statement read: ‘When I reflect on my time as Manager of Tottenham Hotspur my overriding emotion is one of pride.
‘The opportunity to lead one of England’s historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime. Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget.
‘That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream. There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible.
‘We have also laid foundations that mean this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success. I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them.
‘I sincerely want to thank those who are the lifeblood of the club, the supporters. I know there were some difficult times but I always felt that they wanted me to succeed and that gave me all the motivation I needed to push on.
‘It’s important to acknowledge the hard working people at Spurs who gave me encouragement on a daily basis.
‘And finally, I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years. A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club and the brilliant coaches who never once doubted we could do something special.
‘We are forever connected. Audere est Facere.’
