Having been browbeaten by the negativity of previous coaches having a manager who didn't dismiss the idea the team could be title challengers was refreshing.

Postecoglou has repeatedly requested "help" for his depleted squad in the form of new signings this month, with the head coach set to be without no fewer than 10 players through injury for Thursday's Europa League tie against Hoffenheim, while four others are ineligible.

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou faces the real possibility of being sacked before the end of January following a dismal start to 2025. The Australian coach is expected to speak with the club hierarchy in the coming days with Spurs currently 15th in the Premier League rankings after a 3-2 loss away at Everton.