Tottenham consider re-hiring celebrated former boss to replace Ange Postecoglou

The only lifeline left for Tottenham Hotspur this season lies in the Europa League. Despite a turbulent domestic campaign, the Lilywhites are still battling hard in Europe and have reached the quarter-final stage. Ange Postecoglou’s men face Eintracht Frankfurt in a pivotal clash and will be desperate to progress further. With the chance to finally end their 17-year trophy drought, Spurs will be hoping to make this European run a silver lining in an otherwise forgettable season.

Tottenham are planning to bring back Jose Mourinho

It has been 17 years now since Tottenham last won a major trophy. The North London club have failed to deliver time and time again over the years under the leadership of Daniel Levy. Numerous managers have come and gone, but the hunt for the club’s first trophy since 2008 remains. Levy has tried and tested all types of managers, and none have been able to lead Tottenham to glory.

Now, according to TuttoCalcioEstero, Spurs are interested in re-hiring Jose Mourinho as a replacement for Ange Postecoglou. Daniel Levy is waiting for the Portuguese manager to decide on his future in Turkey, and the Lilywhites might wait till the summer to approach Mourinho for a potential return to N17.

Mourinho departed Tottenham on a sour note after being sacked by Daniel Levy just days before the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City. Remarkably, Mourinho has won silverware at every club he’s managed, except Spurs. That fact alone underscores the persistent misfortune that seems to hang over the North London club. Currently, Mourinho is embroiled in a dispute with the Turkish Football Federation, casting doubt over his future at Fenerbahce.

Meanwhile, Ange Postecoglou is fighting to hold onto his position at Tottenham. The Australian manager is under immense pressure, reportedly given an ultimatum: win the Europa League or face the sack. While Spurs are still in the competition with a real shot at the semi-finals, reaching the final, let alone lifting the trophy, remains a tall order in what’s been an underwhelming season.

Will Tottenham fans see a José Mourinho return? That prospect looks highly unlikely. The Portuguese tactician’s relationship with chairman Daniel Levy ended on a sour note, and it’s hard to imagine the two working together again. While Mourinho’s pedigree is unquestionable, he also brings a fair share of drama, and that’s the last thing Spurs need right now.

What Tottenham truly require is stability. The club needs a manager who can restore calm, refocus the squad, and build a long-term project without the constant turbulence. Mourinho, by nature, thrives in high-stakes environments filled with headlines and heated press conferences. With him, every match comes with fireworks, something that could only add to the pressure on an already underperforming squad.