Tottenham star stuns fans with lengthy message to Ange Postecoglou after Thomas Frank appointment
Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero has left fans both surprised and intrigued after sharing a heartfelt farewell message to former manager Ange Postecoglou—just moments after the club officially unveiled Thomas Frank as his successor.
Frank has signed a contract running until 2028, making the switch to North London after a successful seven-year spell with Brentford. Known for his tactical intelligence and disciplined team structures, the Danish coach is seen as an exciting appointment who could elevate Spurs following their Europa League triumph last season.
Despite that European success, Postecoglou’s dismissal earlier this month was met with considerable backlash from Tottenham supporters. Many were left dismayed, arguing the Australian deserved more time to build on what he had started, even though the club suffered a dismal domestic campaign and finished 17th in the Premier League.
Following his exit, tributes from players poured in across social media, with several stars expressing gratitude for Postecoglou’s influence. Midfielder Yves Bissouma, for instance, even shared a personal message the manager had sent him after his departure, highlighting the deep bond he had formed with the squad.
However, one notable silence came from Cristian Romero. The Argentine centre-back had remained unusually quiet amid the widespread farewells—until now.
In a tweet that surfaced less than an hour after Tottenham’s official confirmation of Thomas Frank’s appointment, Romero finally broke his silence. His message was warm and appreciative, but its timing—and some of its pointed wording—sparked strong reactions from the fanbase.
Romero wrote:
“Ange, thank you for these two incredible seasons. You’re a fantastic coach, but above all, a great person who deserves the best. From day one you paved the way despite the many obstacles that always existed and always will exist. Beyond everything, we won a trophy and went down in the history of this beautiful club, which is the only thing that matters. I wish you the best because you deserve the best, and thank you for everything.”
The phrase “many obstacles that always existed and always will exist” particularly struck a chord with fans, who interpreted it as a subtle jab at Tottenham’s leadership—especially club chairman Daniel Levy.
On social media, fans speculated about Romero’s intent behind the post. One supporter wrote, “Sat there with this in drafts waiting until Tottenham announced Thomas Frank… a post which has a dig at the club again.” Another added, “Daniel Levy, you’re the obstacles he’s talking about.” A third simply said, “Mr. Levy won’t be liking this but fair play for saying it.”
The situation gains even more significance in light of recent transfer rumors. According to reports from TBR Football, Tottenham are eager to open discussions with Romero over a new and improved contract that would reflect his importance to the squad. However, the same report suggests that the Argentine international may be leaning toward a departure, with La Liga giants Atletico Madrid closely monitoring his situation.
Romero’s candid farewell to Postecoglou, especially the pointed reference to “obstacles,” may be interpreted as further indication that he’s growing frustrated with the internal dynamics at the club. If true, this could complicate Tottenham’s efforts to secure his long-term future.
For now, Romero remains a Spurs player and a cornerstone of the team’s defense. But as the club transitions into the Thomas Frank era, questions linger—not just about the new manager’s tactics, but about how he’ll manage personalities like Romero and whether the Argentine will still be at the heart of Tottenham’s backline when the new season kicks off.