Troy Deeney backs Marco Silva as the ideal candidate to rebuild Tottenham Hotspur
The 2024/25 season has undoubtedly fallen short of the lofty expectations set by Ange Postecoglou, especially after his bold pre-season declaration that he tends to deliver trophies in his second year. With domestic hopes dashed and only the Europa League left as a potential saving grace, the pressure is intensifying on the Australian to prove that his philosophy can translate into success on the pitch. Should Spurs fall short in Europe, questions over his future are likely to grow louder.
Amid this growing uncertainty, a new name has emerged as a potential successor. Fulham manager Marco Silva is reportedly viewed as a strong candidate to take over at Tottenham should the club decide to make a change. According to TalkSPORT pundit and former Premier League striker Troy Deeney, who worked under Silva at Watford, the Portuguese coach would waste no time in reshaping the culture at N17. “He’d change that place within three months,” Deeney claimed, praising Silva’s demanding standards and tactical acumen.
Postecoglou’s future at Tottenham has come under increasing scrutiny, with pressure mounting following a disappointing domestic campaign. As speculation grows about a possible managerial change, several names have been floated as potential successors, and Marco Silva’s continues to gain traction. Widely regarded as a tactical “genius” in managerial circles, Silva’s ability to instil structure and discipline has made him an attractive candidate. Alongside Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola, the Fulham manager is considered one of the frontrunners for the Spurs job should the club decide to go in a different direction this summer.
Troy Deeney, who played under Silva at Watford, expressed full confidence in his former manager during an appearance on talkSPORT. He claimed Silva is “more than ready” for the Tottenham role and believes the Portuguese coach could completely shift the club’s mindset within just a few months.
Silva emerges as a leading candidate to replace Postecoglou amid Spurs’ ongoing struggles
Tottenham finally brought an end to their five-game winless streak in the Premier League with a much-needed 3-1 victory over Southampton. However, the win does little to change the broader picture — Spurs remain eight points adrift of the top half and 11 points behind the final European qualification spot, unless they manage to go all the way in the Europa League. Despite the continental campaign still offering a glimmer of hope, widespread reports suggest this could be Ange Postecoglou’s final season at N17, regardless of whether he secures silverware.
In the background, Marco Silva continues to strengthen his case. The Portuguese manager has worked wonders at Fulham, guiding them to eighth in the table — just five points off the Champions League places, and making a compelling argument that he could be the man to usher in a new era for Tottenham.
The Former Striker speaking to TalkSport, believes the Fulham boss would be able to revolutionise the Spurs
“Marco is more than ready. The biggest compliment you could take for Marco Silva is that, if you look at all the people that are around him – his staff – they’ve been poached, because they (other clubs) want Marco Silva, but they go and get the people off his branches.”
“He’s ready for a big team. I think he’d be perfect for Spurs if they would allow him to just go and take over and not get involved too much from up above.
“I think he’d change the culture of that place within three months. Marco is definitely ready. Fulham are on a good trajectory but I think they’ll struggle to keep him long term.”
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Silva has already managed four Premier League clubs, but it is at Fulham where he has truly made his mark. His current spell has been nothing short of impressive, with Fulham’s recent victory over Liverpool bringing them to within just five points of a Champions League qualification spot, with seven games still to play. As Tottenham prepare for a major squad rebuild this summer, Silva’s proven top-flight experience and appetite for challenging projects make him an ideal candidate for the N17 dugout. If Spurs do opt for a managerial change, few names offer the blend of pragmatism, ambition, and tactical sharpness that Silva brings to the table.
