Tottenham Hotspur might turn to 39-year-old former Scottish international Russell Martin if they part ways with Ange Postecoglou in the coming weeks.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Russell Martin is the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur. The Lilywhites are scouring the market for a manager amid uncertainties surrounding Ange Postecoglou’s long-term future. So, the former Southampton boss has emerged as a shock target for the North London club.
Russell Martin and his managerial career so far
Russell Martin has been among the most highly-rated young managers in England in the last few years. Born in Brighton, he was a defender during his time as a footballer and represented Scotland 29 times. However, he was a journeyman at the club level and did not turn out for any high-profile outfit.
Martin called time on his professional career in 2019 and entered the managerial sphere immediately, taking over at MK Dons. The 39-year-old tactician’s most impressive stint came with Swansea City before he spent 18 months with Southampton. While the Saints were top-class in the EFL Championship under Martin’s tutelage, he could not inspire the club to a respectable campaign in the Premier League this term.
The Saints are at the foot of the Premier League table after managing only two wins in the 2024/25 season. One of those victories came under Martin before he was relieved of his duties midway through the campaign. However, the former Scottish international might be a contender to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham.
What next?
Tottenham Hotspur might dip into the market for a manager. Ange Postecoglou is walking a tightrope at the North London club after enduring a disastrous 2024/25 campaign. So, several candidates have emerged on Tottenham’s radar, with Andoni Iraola being the top target.
However, Bournemouth will look to tie Iraola to a new long-term contract, forcing Tottenham to scour the market for alternatives, with Martin emerging as a surprise alternative. However, the Lilywhites also have other candidates on their wishlist.
TEAMtalk has suggested that Edin Terzic is also on the North London club’s radar. However, Postecoglou will likely live to fight another day after guiding Tottenham to the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals by overturning the first-leg deficit to AZ Alkmaar in the round of 16.
Tottenham Hotspur might turn to 39-year-old former Scottish international Russell Martin if they part ways with Ange Postecoglou in the coming weeks.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Russell Martin is the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur. The Lilywhites are scouring the market for a manager amid uncertainties surrounding Ange Postecoglou’s long-term future. So, the former Southampton boss has emerged as a shock target for the North London club.
Russell Martin and his managerial career so far
Russell Martin has been among the most highly-rated young managers in England in the last few years. Born in Brighton, he was a defender during his time as a footballer and represented Scotland 29 times. However, he was a journeyman at the club level and did not turn out for any high-profile outfit.
Martin called time on his professional career in 2019 and entered the managerial sphere immediately, taking over at MK Dons. The 39-year-old tactician’s most impressive stint came with Swansea City before he spent 18 months with Southampton. While the Saints were top-class in the EFL Championship under Martin’s tutelage, he could not inspire the club to a respectable campaign in the Premier League this term.
The Saints are at the foot of the Premier League table after managing only two wins in the 2024/25 season. One of those victories came under Martin before he was relieved of his duties midway through the campaign. However, the former Scottish international might be a contender to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham.
What next?
Tottenham Hotspur might dip into the market for a manager. Ange Postecoglou is walking a tightrope at the North London club after enduring a disastrous 2024/25 campaign. So, several candidates have emerged on Tottenham’s radar, with Andoni Iraola being the top target.
However, Bournemouth will look to tie Iraola to a new long-term contract, forcing Tottenham to scour the market for alternatives, with Martin emerging as a surprise alternative. However, the Lilywhites also have other candidates on their wishlist.
TEAMtalk has suggested that Edin Terzic is also on the North London club’s radar. However, Postecoglou will likely live to fight another day after guiding Tottenham to the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals by overturning the first-leg deficit to AZ Alkmaar in the round of 16.