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Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy refused to divulge any details surrounding Ange Postecoglou’s future at the club in an open statement to fans.
The beleaguered boss led Spurs to their first silverware in 17 years after beating Manchester United in the Europa League final on Wednesday night.
However, his future remains mired in uncertainty and Levy could still decide to sack the Australian despite him securing his place in Spurs folklore.
While delivering a speech during the club’s open-top bus trophy parade on Friday, Postecoglou indicated he was hopeful of being given a third campaign at the helm.
‘I’ll tell you something. All the best TV series, season three is better than season two,’ he said before Tottenham fans responded with a roar.
However, Levy has shown no indication that he shares Postecoglou’s sentiment, and refused to let on whether the manager would hold onto his position at the club beyond this season.
Daniel Levy refused to reveal whether Ange Postecoglou will stay at Tottenham next season
Postecoglou won Spurs their first silverware in 17 years and first European trophy in 40 years
However, Mail Sport understands that Levy is still looking at alternatives to usurp Postecoglou
The 63-year-old did nothing more than extend his thanks to Postecoglou and Spurs’ players.
The statement read: ‘Dear all, We did it. What an unforgettable night it was in Bilbao as we ended our long wait for glory.
‘This is a huge moment for the whole club, an historic achievement that sees us lift our first European trophy since 1984.
‘This club has been on an incredible journey on and off the pitch since we last won silverware, the League Cup, in 2008 – establishing ourselves as one of the biggest in Europe, moving into our new stadium and experiencing some incredible moments – we knew a trophy was the missing piece.
‘We’ve come so close on a number of occasions and never quite got over the line – I have never wavered from the belief that success is just around the corner.
‘I’d like to thank Ange and the players for making this incredible achievement possible and thanks to all of our amazing staff – there is so much hard work that goes on behind the scenes and this moment is for everyone to enjoy.
‘I’d also like to thank you – the fans – for staying with us and carrying that same belief. I know it’s been hard at times and I have shared in that pain and frustration along the way. But when we all come together, we know we can achieve something special.
‘Your support – whether that was in Bilbao, in our own stadium or in pubs and homes around the world – was the driving force behind our team. This is one trophy – our clear ambition as a club has always been long-term, sustained success, competing for top honours every year. We have now tasted success and we are determined to use this as a springboard for more.
Postecoglou admitted his desire to stay at the club next season during their trophy parade on Friday, stating: ‘All the best TV series, season three is better than season two’
‘Let’s enjoy this moment as a club together, finish the season strong with a win today and go again next year. Most of all, be proud. Come on you Spurs!’
Despite ending their long wait for silverware, Mail Sport understands that Tottenham’s players do not expect Postecoglou to be in charge next season.
The Spurs boss has one year remaining on his contract, but it will require a change of heart from Levy, who is thought to have already started exploring alternatives, including Marco Silva of Fulham.
Wednesday’s Europa League final was Postecoglou’s 100th game in charge of Tottenham; in that time, he has won 47 games.
His side come into the final day of the season sitting 17th in the Premier League table, with a 14th-place finish the highest they can secure this season.
