Chelsea Eye Surprise Manager as Enzo Maresca Replacement if They Fail to Get Champions League
- Francesco Farioli, the 36-year-old Ajax manager, announced his departure in May 2025 after missing the Eredivisie title in the Netherlands.
- Farioli decided to leave due to differing visions and timeframes with Ajax's hierarchy, despite sharing similar long-term goals.
- Farioli, who previously managed Nice and Alanyaspor, oversaw a poor run late in the season that allowed PSV Eindhoven to secure the title.
- Tottenham plans to replace Ange Postecoglou amid a difficult season, and Fabian Paratici, returning as director, is eyeing Farioli as a candidate.
- Chelsea may consider Farioli as a replacement for Enzo Maresca only if they fail to qualify for the Champions League after the final league game on May 25, 2025.
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Tottenham eye Ajax boss as Ange Postecoglou replacement despite Dutch title choke - The Mirror
Tottenham could sack Ange Postecoglou regardless of Wednesday's Europa League outcome and had eyed Ajax boss Francesco Farioli, who has just announced his departure from the Dutch club

Tottenham consider Ajax manager, 36, to replace Ange Postecoglou
FABIO PARATICI’S return to Tottenham is set to be confirmed as the Italian looks to line up Ange Postecoglou’s successor. Spurs boss Postecoglou is expected to leave the club this summer regardless of whether he wins Wednesday’s Europa League final against Manchester United or not. GettyFrancesco Farioli has emerged as a potential candidate to take over at Tottenham[/caption] PAAnge Postecoglou is expected to leave even if Spurs win the Europa L…
‘Why Would I Regret?’ - Ange Fires Back At Criticism Over Winning Claim
Ange Postecoglou has answered his critics ahead of the Europa League final, saying he has nothing to regret about claiming he always wins in his second season at clubs. The former Celtic boss made the comment earlier this season, and some have used it against him as Tottenham struggle in the Premier League. Postecoglou joined […] The post ‘Why Would I Regret?’ – Ange Fires Back at Criticism Over Winning Claim first appeared on Celts Are Here.
Tottenham add boss who oversaw historic title collapse to managerial shortlist
Francesco Farioli is an option to potentially replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham Hotspur having stepped down at Ajax, talkSPORT understands. Spurs could be set for a managerial change this summer with the club on course for their lowest Premier League finish in history. Farioli is on Tottenham’s radar should Postecoglou be sacked this summerGetty The north London outfit shockingly languish in 17th spot with just one game remaining. They have …
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