Arne Slot really contemplated becoming Tottenham’s head coach last summer, according to journalist Sjoerd Mossou, and the Feyenoord manager may be regretting his decision to stay in Rotterdam.
Slot’s status rose dramatically last summer when he led Feyenoord to a historic Eredivisie title success previous season, and Tottenham came knocking on his door.
At one point, it appeared as if the 45-year-old was destined to become the next Tottenham Hotspur manager, with reports claiming that Feyenoord were prepared to lose their manager to the Premier League side (Football Insider).
Ange Postecoglou proved to be the correct decision.
Spurs subsequently hired Ange Postecoglou, and the move has paid off, with the Australian altering the team’s style of play and fast becoming a fan favorite.
It remains to be seen whether Slot will be handed such a large post anytime soon, since Feyenoord look unlikely to repeat their successes from last season, with PSV Eindhoven leading the Eredivisie standings by ten points.
Mossou feels the Dutch coach stayed because he expected the De Kuip administration to back him up with large signings, which did not happen.
“He made it seem like it was never a consideration, but he did consider it very seriously,” the journalist told FC Update (as translated by Sport Witness). Slot’s message was very astute.
“He hoped that if he stayed at Feyenoord for another year, they would be able to bring in players from a higher level rather than a lower level.”
“Not much has changed thus far. Luka Ivanusec is a Croatian international who belongs to the highest echelon. However, Feyenoord also brings in lower-level talent.”
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In the summer, it was evident that Slot was taking a tremendous risk by declining the Tottenham position, as his stock was at an all-time high. Spurs fans will be overjoyed by Postecoglou’s choice, as the North London club has struck gold with him.
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