Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly eyeing Fulham boss Marco Silva as a potential successor to Ange Postecoglou, should the club decide to make a managerial change this summer. This information comes from respected journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, who suggests that Silva has moved to the top of Spurs’ list of candidates.
Domestically, it’s been a nightmare season for Tottenham. Despite a promising start under Postecoglou, the campaign has unraveled dramatically. A spate of injuries has crippled the squad, but even accounting for those setbacks, Spurs’ current position—16th in the Premier League with a staggering 19 defeats—is a cause for major concern. The North London side, usually in the mix for European football, now find themselves perilously close to the relegation zone. If not for the poor form of the three clubs below them, Tottenham might very well be fighting for top-flight survival.
Adding to the frustration, Spurs have already crashed out of both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup, leaving their hopes of silverware riding solely on the Europa League. To Postecoglou’s credit, he has managed to guide the team to the final of that competition, offering a rare chance to end Tottenham’s 17-year wait for a major trophy—and an even longer 41-year drought for European honors.
Nevertheless, the club’s hierarchy appears to be preparing for all possibilities. Whether Postecoglou remains or is replaced, Tottenham’s summer plans include a potential managerial change and significant squad reinforcement. Previously, Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola had been touted as the preferred candidate to take over. However, recent developments suggest that Marco Silva is now the frontrunner.
Di Marzio reports that Silva is “very popular with the Spurs management,” and it’s not hard to see why. Since joining Fulham in 2021, the Portuguese tactician has transformed the club’s fortunes. In his debut season, he secured promotion from the Championship by winning the title, immediately restoring Fulham to the Premier League. While his earlier spells in the top flight—most notably with Everton and Hull City—were less successful, Silva has returned stronger and more composed.
Under his guidance, Fulham have become a solid mid-table team, comfortably surviving in the Premier League and even flirting with European qualification. His tactical intelligence, player development skills, and ability to motivate his squad have earned widespread praise. Some have even described him as a “genius” for the way he has overachieved with relatively modest resources at Craven Cottage.
Currently, Fulham are on course to finish with their highest-ever Premier League points total, and their style of play has been lauded for its balance between defensive solidity and attacking fluidity. While Silva has attracted attention from clubs in the Saudi Pro League, Di Marzio notes that the manager’s preference is to remain in England. That aligns perfectly with Tottenham’s plans, making a potential move for Silva more feasible.
Should Spurs ultimately part ways with Postecoglou, appointing Silva would be a logical and exciting step. At 46 years old, he offers a blend of youth and experience, along with a proven ability to navigate the demands of the Premier League. More importantly, he has demonstrated that he can build competitive teams—even without lavish spending—which may appeal to Tottenham’s financially cautious ownership.
In short, Marco Silva represents a strong candidate to lead Tottenham into a new era. Whether he ends up replacing Postecoglou or not, Spurs appear to be seriously considering the Fulham boss as they prepare for another crucial summer in their ongoing search for consistency, competitiveness, and long-overdue silverware.
