Tottenham coach sends clear message of next season’s target after Europa League success
Sergio Raimundo Sets Ambitious Targets as Tottenham Hotspur Aim for More Silverware Next Season
Tottenham Hotspur assistant coach Sergio Raimundo has made a striking declaration about the club’s aspirations heading into the 2025/26 season. Far from being content with merely competing at the highest levels, Raimundo insists that the objective is crystal clear—Tottenham want to win more trophies and establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with in European football.
Reflecting on the 2024/25 campaign, it’s fair to say Spurs experienced a rollercoaster season filled with both triumph and turbulence. The Premier League run was particularly disappointing, marked by inconsistency and underperformance. Tottenham ended the domestic season in 17th place—barely avoiding relegation—a position that no one at the club, nor among its passionate fan base, could have imagined or accepted at the season’s outset.
For a club of Tottenham’s heritage and stature, finishing just above the drop zone was nothing short of a disaster. The season was marred by erratic form, defensive lapses, and lackluster displays against both top and lower-tier teams. However, despite these struggles, the club managed to salvage their year in dramatic fashion by winning the UEFA Europa League. Spurs defeated Manchester United 1-0 in a tense final, lifting the coveted trophy and, more importantly, securing qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League—a major achievement amid the domestic disappointment.
This triumph in Europe provided a much-needed boost to morale and served as a reminder of the club’s potential when everything clicks. According to Raimundo, that taste of victory has only heightened the hunger within the squad. The Portuguese coach emphasized that lifting trophies creates an insatiable desire to win more, describing the feeling as “addictive.”
“It’s about continuing to win,” Raimundo told Record. “I’ve always had the ambition to win ten titles in ten different countries, all with top-division clubs. Wherever you go, winning must be the goal. The joy it brings to your family, the fans, and the entire club—it becomes something you crave.”
This mindset appears to be spreading throughout the club. With the Europa League win fresh in memory, Tottenham now have their eyes set on further glory. Their next opportunity comes in the form of the UEFA Super Cup, where they will face a formidable Paris Saint-Germain side—the reigning UEFA Champions League winners. The French giants dominated the 2024/25 European campaign, brushing aside all English opposition en route to a resounding 5-0 win over Inter Milan in the final.
Nevertheless, there is cautious optimism among Spurs supporters. Despite PSG’s formidable form, Tottenham have shown they are capable of rising to the occasion. A win in the Super Cup would not only add another trophy to the cabinet but also solidify their reputation as a rising power in European football.
The summer transfer window will be crucial in determining how competitive Spurs can be next season. Reinforcements are expected across several key positions, with the aim of adding both quality and experience to bolster the squad’s depth and resilience. Tottenham’s ability to attract top talent may hinge on their recent European success and the promise of more silverware to come.
However, uncertainty lingers around the leadership at the club. While assistant coach Raimundo has voiced his long-term vision, head coach Ange Postecoglou’s future remains up in the air. After a strong debut season in 2023/24 where he guided Spurs to a fifth-place finish, expectations were high for his second year. But the team’s collapse in the league has raised questions, and the club’s hierarchy has yet to confirm whether the Australian will remain at the helm for the upcoming campaign.
Regardless of who is on the touchline next season, one thing is clear: Tottenham Hotspur are entering a new phase, where mediocrity is no longer acceptable. Fueled by the taste of European success and guided by a desire to win more, the club is determined to turn ambition into achievement—and bring more glory to north London.