According to report ‘Daniel Levy Takes a Backseat at Tottenham Amidst Three New Appointments’ Reports suggest that Tottenham’s chairman, Daniel Levy, is planning to reduce his involvement in transfer negotiations.
He had taken on a prominent role during the summer transfer window, but recent appointments have allowed him to shift his focus to other aspects of the club.
Levy has been associated with Spurs since 1998 and assumed the position of chairman three years later. Lately, he has faced criticism from Tottenham fans for what they perceive as incorrect choices in managerial appointments.
Throughout the last season, supporters often voiced their discontent, chanting “We want Levy out,” reflecting their frustration at the club’s trophy drought since 2008. A common complaint directed at the 61-year-old was that he didn’t adequately support the club’s managers in the transfer market.
The arrival of Fabio Paratici as the managing director of football in the summer of 2021 was a positive move to bolster the recruitment side. However, he was compelled to resign in April of the following year after losing an appeal against his 30-month FIFA ban due to his involvement in false accounting at his previous club, Juventus.
This necessitated Levy to take a more hands-on role in the summer transfer window. However, according to The Athletic, this is expected to change with the recent additions to the team.
Scott Munn was appointed as the chief football officer earlier this year and assumed responsibility for all football-related matters, officially commencing his role in September. The latest addition is Johan Lange, who joined from Aston Villa and took on the role of technical director.
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Spurs confirmed in their official statement that Lange would oversee recruitment, analytics, and talent identification across both senior and academy teams.
Munn also confirmed that Lange’s primary focus would be on recruitment, stating, “Johan has demonstrated an excellent track record of scouting and signing many talented and successful youth and senior players. He is a welcome addition as we strengthen our football operations.”
Meanwhile, Paratici continues to work in a consultancy capacity. The Athletic suggests that Levy holds him in high regard, and his influence on signings such as Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie implies that he may still have a role to play.
Overall, it seems likely that Levy will reduce his involvement in football matters. With the successful appointment of Ange Postecoglou as head coach, he may now step back and observe as Munn, Lange, and the rest of the team excel in their new roles.
Facts To Know About Businessman Daniel Levy
- He is the current chairman of Premier League football club Tottenham Hotspur, a position he has held since 2001.
- He is the longest-serving chairman in the Premier League.
- He was born in Essex, England, to Jewish parents.
- His father Barry Levy was the owner of a clothing retail business Mr Byrite (later rebranded as Blue Inc).
- He is a lifelong Tottenham Hotspur supporter.
- He studied Economics and Land Economy at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, and graduated in 1985 with a First Class Honours Degree.
Levy is a shrewd businessman and has overseen a period of significant financial growth for Tottenham Hotspur. He has also been responsible for the development of the club’s new stadium, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which opened in 2019.
Levy is a controversial figure, however. He has been criticized for his tough negotiating style and for his willingness to sell key players. He has also been accused of putting profits ahead of sporting success.
Despite his critics, Levy remains a hugely influential figure in English football. He is a member of the Premier League’s board of directors and is also a member of the UEFA Club Financial Control Body.
