Ange Postecoglou, the newly appointed head coach of Tottenham Hotspur, recently held his first press conference. His words were filled with optimism, determination, and a clear vision for the future of the club. Here’s a detailed look into what he had to say.
Embracing the Challenge
Postecoglou started the conference by expressing his delight at joining Spurs and his anticipation for the massive challenge that lies ahead. He acknowledged the need for patience from the fans, stating, “Every position I’ve had has needed some sort of rebuild.” He’s no stranger to challenges and is looking forward to embracing this one.
The Harry Kane Question
The topic of Harry Kane was inevitably brought up. Postecoglou stated, “The reason I’m here is because the club is seeking change, which usually means a change in personnel.” He’s dealing with the certainties that he has, while acknowledging the many uncertainties that come with the job. His focus is on building a team that can achieve success, regardless of individual uncertainties.
Ambitions and Goals
Postecoglou shared that it was never his specific ambition to work in the Premier League, but he’s always wanted to experience what he can in his career and see where that takes him. Now, he’s excited to be part of the Premier League, one of the strongest competitions in the world.
He emphasized the importance of establishing key principles first, stating, “We need to establish who we want to be first, not just in how we play, but how we behave, how we train, and how we interact with one another.” He believes that setting preconceived ideas and goals can be limiting and prefers to focus on the principles that will guide the team.
Conversations with Key Players
Postecoglou discussed his conversation with Harry Kane, stating, “It’s not my role to treat people in a manner because of their circumstances. I want him here and I want to make this club successful.”
He also talked about Tanguy Ndombele, stating, “He’s been good and working hard in training. I’m pleased to have him here and part of the group. What that means for the long-term, we’ll see.”
Dealing with Injuries
Postecoglou addressed the topic of injuries within the squad, stating that Rodrigo Bentancur and Fraser Forster are currently injured and won’t be able to participate in the tour. He expressed his desire for as many of the group as possible to be along because, “It’s the best way to figure out how we set up our environment and sort of the culture around the group.”
The Vision for Tottenham
Postecoglou shared his vision for the Tottenham team, stating, “We want to be aggressive, we want to take the game to the opposition and try to win every game of football. We want to be a team that tries to dominate games of football.”
Conclusion
Postecoglou concluded by stating, “I love a challenge and a rebuild, and that’s why I’m here. I want to bring success to the club and bring European football back to the club.” His words were filled with optimism, determination, and a clear vision for the future of the club. Only time will tell how these words translate into action on the pitch.
