The Van de Ven–Postecoglou–Spurs saga continues to dominate Tottenham headlines, as the Dutch defender openly questioned the club’s decision to sack Ange Postecoglou — despite the Australian having ended Spurs’ 17-year trophy drought with a Europa League triumph.
Speaking to Dutch outlet Voetbal Zone, Van de Ven admitted the Premier League campaign was “unacceptable,” but stressed that the Australian had brought “success” and a “winning mentality” back to north London. Meanwhile, Spurs are now closing in on Brentford boss Thomas Frank, with talks accelerating this week.
Van de Ven: ‘Of Course It’s a Strange Choice’
The Dutch international didn’t hold back when asked about the shock dismissal of Postecoglou, who had become the first Tottenham manager since 2008 to lift a trophy.
“Of course, he is the first coach in a long time who has won a trophy… so it is a strange choice.” — Micky van de Ven
While accepting that league results fell far below expectation — Spurs finished 17th, narrowly avoiding relegation — Van de Ven echoed a growing sentiment among fans that Postecoglou’s exit felt more like a reset than a fair dismissal.
Postecoglou’s Legacy: Trophy Amid Turmoil
Despite a disastrous domestic campaign, Postecoglou delivered when it mattered most — guiding Spurs to a Europa League final victory over Manchester United. That silverware ended a decade and a half of near misses and saw the former Celtic boss leave with tangible success.
However, club chairman Daniel Levy was reportedly keen to start fresh this summer to allow the new manager full pre-season control — hence the abrupt end to Postecoglou’s reign.
Thomas Frank Nears Spurs Job After Talks Begin
All signs now point to Brentford’s Thomas Frank stepping into the Spurs dugout. Negotiations between Daniel Levy and Brentford’s football director Phil Giles are said to be progressing positively, with a £10m release clause expected to be triggered.
“Talks are advancing, and the expectation is that Frank will bring some of his backroom staff with him,” said SOURCE NAME HERE.
Frank, who has been at Brentford since 2016 and took over as manager in 2018, has led the Bees to Premier League stability and earned a reputation for tactical discipline and calm leadership — qualities Levy appears to value amid fan unrest.
Managerial Comparison: Postecoglou vs Frank
| Manager | Major Trophy | 2024/25 PL Finish | European Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ange Postecoglou | Europa League Winner | 17th | Yes (via Europa win) |
| Thomas Frank | None | 12th | No |
Key Bullet Callouts:
- Van de Ven questions Postecoglou sacking after Europa triumph
- Spurs finished 17th in the league despite winning a trophy
- Thomas Frank set to become next Spurs boss after £10m deal
- Daniel Levy wants a full summer rebuild under new leadership
- Frank expected to bring Brentford staff with him to Spurs
What’s Next for Tottenham?
Thomas Frank’s arrival is expected within days, allowing him time to evaluate the squad before pre-season. With Paquetá off the table and financial limits in play, Spurs are likely to pursue disciplined, system-first targets under the Dane’s guidance.
Should Postecoglou have been given more time — or is Frank the future?
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