Tottenham players have been left furious by the sacking of Ange Postecoglou, according to a report.
The Australian was ruthlessly let go on the second anniversary of his appointment and 16 days after he led the club to its first European trophy for 41 years. Thomas Frank of Brentford is the leading candidate to replace him.
Postecoglou returned from a holiday in Greece to learn his fate and Spurs issued a statement to explain the decision had been taken after a review of performances and ‘significant reflection’.
Chairman Daniel Levy held a meeting into the night after the final game of the Premier League season, a 4-1 home defeat by Brighton, just five days after the euphoria of beating Manchester United in the Europa League final in Bilbao.
Levy later visited the Bahamas where he met with members of the Lewis family, the club’s majority shareholders.
After, he made the decision to relieve Postecoglou of his duties, but Levy, according to the Telegraph, could face a potential revolt from the players.
Tottenham are facing a potential player revolt after sacking Ange Postecoglou, according to a report
The now-former Spurs boss was sacked by club chief Daniel Levy despite winning the side the Europa League just days ago
The Australian was a popular figure among players, who have reportedly been left ‘furious’
The report suggests that some of Tottenham’s players will be looking to leave the club as a result of the decision.
A source told the Telegraph: ‘The players are so angry about what has happened and how it has been handled. The next manager is going to inherit a difficult situation.’
A number of stars took to social media on Friday night to pay tribute to their former boss.
Spurs right back Pedro Porro took to Instagram and posted three photos of himself and Postecoglou along with a heartfelt message. It read: ‘Thank you for everything, boss,’ Porro’s message began. ‘For mentoring me early on, helping me settle into the club, and trusting me out on the pitch.
‘I’ll always be grateful for the way you led us, defended us, and kept us going through all the highs and lows.
‘Above everything, you gave us one of the greatest moments in the club’s history and for that, you’ll always be celebrated. Wishing you all the very best, boss’.
Striker Richarlison added: ‘Mister, massive thanks for helping me out and believing in me during one of the trickiest periods of my career and my life.
‘Everyone who loves the Spurs will remember that Big Ange always bags trophies in his second season. We’ve made history! Cheers and good luck on your journey! I’ll always be rooting for you’.
Spurs chief Daniel Levy (right) sacked Postecoglou following period of post-season reflection
Pedro Porro, pictured riding on the back of Postecoglou, wrote an emotional message onloine
Brazilian striker Richarlison thanked Postecoglou for ‘believing in me during one of the trickiest periods of my career and my life’
Dominic Solanke also penned a thank you note to Postecoglou, who signed him last summer
Fellow forward Dominic Solanke later wrote: ‘Thank you for bringing me to this wonderful club, thank you for bringing us a wonderful trophy.
‘Won’t ever forget the convo we had before I signed and we achieved a dream! All the best in your next adventure’.
Postecoglou had earlier issued a statement of his own. In it, he spoke of his pride at having delivered European glory to ‘one of England’s historic football clubs’.
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 is reported that whoever replaces Postecoglou will have a hard task in turning the morale of the dressing room around
Thomas Frank is the heavy favourite to move from Brentford and take over in north London
‘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.’
