Paul Merson has voiced his concerns over the recent performances of Tottenham Hotspur, stating that the players have gone missing, particularly during their recent Carabao Cup defeat to Liverpool. On Thursday night, Tottenham took an early lead at Anfield, only to be overpowered by a 4-0 thrashing. Merson described the match as a "shocking" display, highlighting the team's struggles and the mounting pressure on manager Ange Postecoglou.
Tottenham's current Premier League standings have become a significant concern. The team finds itself closer to the relegation zone than a European spot next season. The poor performance against Liverpool has exacerbated fears regarding Postecoglou's future, as speculation intensifies following their FA Cup exit. The pressure from both fans and the board has left Postecoglou in a challenging position.
"Everybody is hiding behind the manager and Levy now, that's what I feel." – Paul Merson
Merson criticized the players for their inconsistent and disappointing performance, highlighting that they appeared "horrible" to watch against Liverpool. He accused the team of hiding behind Postecoglou and chairman Daniel Levy, suggesting that experienced players were not stepping up when needed.
"There were some experienced players out there. There were a lot of caps out there and for me it wasn't good enough. It was like 'if we get beat it'll be down to Ange and it will be down to Levy'." – Paul Merson
Despite these challenges, Postecoglou remains focused on salvaging Tottenham's season. He has made it clear that he will shut out any talk about his future and concentrate on improving the team's performance. The manager is determined to continue on his path, despite facing criticism from both fans and the media.
The inconsistency in Tottenham's performance can be attributed partly to the absence of key players due to injuries. Postecoglou hopes that the return of some of these significant players in the coming weeks will bolster the team's capabilities and help turn around their fortunes.
The FA Cup exit has intensified scrutiny over Postecoglou's management decisions. However, with a focus on resilience and strategic planning, he aims to guide Tottenham through this turbulent period.
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