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Tottenham Hotspur’s 2023/24 campaign has been nothing short of a rollercoaster—one marked by dramatic contrasts between their domestic and European performances. In the Premier League, Spurs have endured a deeply disappointing run of form, while their continental exploits have carried them all the way to the Europa League final. On Wednesday, they will face Manchester United in a high-stakes showdown, with the winner not only lifting silverware but also securing a coveted place in next season’s UEFA Champions League.
It’s been a strangely parallel season for both of these English football powerhouses. Once considered top-four regulars, both clubs have stumbled through the league season, falling far below expectations. If not for the safety net of the league’s already-relegated bottom three, both Spurs and United could very well have been dragged into a tense relegation fight. Manchester United, in particular, experienced significant mid-season upheaval. They parted ways with their manager and brought in Ruben Amorim, the highly-rated Portuguese coach, who arrived too late to conduct a proper pre-season and is still trying to implement his vision.
In contrast, Tottenham had Ange Postecoglou in charge from the beginning of the campaign. While the Australian manager began his tenure at Spurs with considerable promise, the mood around his leadership has shifted dramatically. Under his watch, Tottenham have lost 21 of their 37 Premier League matches—a staggering and almost inconceivable record for a club with top-four aspirations. That kind of form has placed Postecoglou under intense scrutiny, and his future at the club may hinge entirely on the outcome of Wednesday’s Europa League final.
A win could deliver Tottenham their first piece of silverware in 17 long years, a drought that has haunted both fans and players. However, even if he does manage to lift the trophy, there are growing whispers that the club may be considering a new direction. The board could see this European triumph as the perfect swan song for Postecoglou, opening the door for a fresh start under a new leader.
One name that has increasingly been linked with the North London club is Oliver Glasner. Earlier in the year, Crystal Palace made a bold managerial change by replacing veteran Roy Hodgson with Glasner, the Austrian tactician who had famously won the Europa League with Eintracht Frankfurt in 2023. That appointment signaled Palace’s growing ambition—and it has paid off handsomely.
While Glasner faced early turbulence, especially after losing key players like Joachim Andersen and the highly influential Michael Olise, he managed to reshape his squad and steadily improved performances. By the end of the 2023/24 season, he had not only revitalized Palace’s form but also guided them to one of the greatest moments in the club’s history.
Glasner’s impact was cemented when he led Crystal Palace to a stunning 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the FA Cup final, clinching the club’s first-ever major trophy. The historic win didn’t just bring silverware—it also ensured that Palace would compete in European competition for the first time, qualifying for next season’s Europa League.
His achievements have drawn widespread admiration. Glasner has been hailed as a transformative figure—someone capable of turning mid-table hopefuls into serious contenders. Unsurprisingly, this has caught the attention of Tottenham’s hierarchy. According to reports from Sport Witness, Spurs have already initiated contact with Glasner, viewing him as a manager who not only knows how to win but who could potentially build a sustainable, success-driven culture at the club.
While Postecoglou may still have a shot at delivering European glory, Tottenham’s long-term ambitions might be better served under Glasner’s guidance. The Austrian has proven that he can adapt quickly, thrive in the Premier League, and—most importantly—win trophies. In just 18 months at Selhurst Park, he has achieved what Tottenham have failed to do in nearly two decades.
With the final approaching, Spurs find themselves at a crossroads. The Europa League showdown with Manchester United might not only determine the club’s short-term fate but also spark a managerial shake-up that could define the next chapter in Tottenham’s story. Whether Postecoglou gets one last shot at glory or Glasner emerges as the man to lead them forward, one thing is clear—Tottenham must start acting like a club hungry for honours, and that starts with bold decisions from the top.