TOTTENHAM have been rejected by former Premier League boss Roberto De Zerbi, according to reports.
Spurs brutally sacked Ange Postecoglou last night – just two weeks after he lifted the Europa League to end the club’s 17-year trophy drought.
The club have been sounding out alternatives since the final in Bilbao and De Zerbi was approached.
However, journalist Fabrizio Romano claims he rejected Spurs in favour of staying at Marseille.
De Zerbi quit Brighton after two years in the job last summer and then penned a three-year contract with the French giants.
Brentford boss Thomas Frank and Fulham manager Marco Silva are the leading candidates to replace Postecoglou.
Frank is the front-runner and he reportedly has a £10million release clause in his deal.
But reports from The I Paper suggest him moving from West to North London is far from done.
Brentford are ready to hear from Spurs but have so far not been contacted.
There is still a strong possibility Silva lands the job and his representatives have been spoken to.
Though Fulham are yet to receive a formal approach from Spurs.
Silva has shown an interest in working under Daniel Levy before and he came close to being appointed instead of Antonio Conte in 2023.
But Postecoglou’s replacement could be walking into a dressing room revolt at Spurs.
The Telegraph claim that a number of players are fuming over the decision to axe the Aussie and some now want to leave the club.
Ange Breaks Silence On Tottenham Sacking
ANGE Postecoglou issued a statement just moments after being axed.
It read: “When I reflect on my time as manager of Tottenham Hotspur, my overriding emotion is one of pride.
“The opportunity to lead one of England’s historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.
“Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget.
“That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream.
“There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible.
“We have also laid the foundations that means this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success.
“I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them. I sincerely want to thank those who are the lifeblood of the club, the supporters.
“I know there were some difficult times, but I always felt that they wanted me to succeed and that gave me all the motivation I needed to push on.
“It’s important to acknowledge the hard working people at Spurs who gave me encouragement on a daily basis.
“And finally, I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years.
“A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club and the brilliant coaches who never once doubted we could do something special.
“We are forever connected. Audere est Facere.”
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