Table of Contents
- Lord Alan Sugar Calls for Klopp
- Current Manager Under Pressure
- Klopp's Recent Developments
- Spurs' Financial History
Former Tottenham owner Lord Alan Sugar has urged the North London club to appoint Jurgen Klopp as their manager.
Spurs currently sit 11th in the Premier League following a 3-0 defeat on Sunday.
Lord Alan Sugar owned Spurs from 1991 to 2001Credit: Getty
Klopp became Red Bull’s new Global Head of Football in JanuaryCredit: Getty
The current manager is under significant pressure after securing just one victory in his last seven league matches.
Lord Sugar, who was at the helm of Tottenham from 1991 to 2001, posted on X: “With the substantial wealth of the Lewis family, bringing in Klopp in January would be mutually beneficial.
“They would have ample funds for players and a top-tier manager. Who agrees #coys “
Klopp publicly declared his retirement from management after departing in July 2024
In January, he took on the role of Red Bull’s Global Head of .
Reports suggest that Klopp has an exit clause in his Red Bull contract, allowing him to apply for the German national team position should it become available.
It remains uncertain whether a similar clause exists for a domestic club role.
Klopp achieved success by winning the twice with , followed by the Premier League and other trophies with Liverpool.
When Lord Sugar took control in 1991, Spurs were on the brink of bankruptcy.
By the time he stepped down a decade later, the club's financial situation had dramatically improved.
Currently, the North London club is owned by the investment group ENIC, which holds an 86% majority stake, managed by the Lewis family trust.
The owners have invested in their new stadium, which opened in 2019 and cost approximately £1 billion.
The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was inaugurated in 2019Credit: AFP
Why is Lord Sugar advocating for Klopp?
Lord Sugar believes that with the financial resources of the Lewis family, hiring Klopp could significantly benefit Tottenham, providing both a strong manager and funds for player acquisitions.
What is the current situation of the Tottenham manager?
The current manager is facing pressure due to a poor performance record, with only one win in the last seven Premier League matches.
What is Jurgen Klopp's current role?
Jurgen Klopp is currently the Global Head of Football at Red Bull, a position he took on in January after announcing his retirement from management in July 2024.
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