Daniel Levy steps down as Tottenham chairman after 25 years in charge | OneFootball

Daniel Levy, executive president of Tottenham for 25 years, unexpectedly resigned from his position this Thursday. Levy was the driving force behind the construction of the new stadium and the modern training center of the club, current champion of the Europa League.

However, the 63-year-old executive was not unanimously popular among the fans and was the target of several protests, mainly due to the team's poor performance in the Premier League in recent years.

Levy was criticized for several choices of coaches who were not successful, as well as for the club's recruitment policy. He was also accused by fans of prioritizing revenue collection over sports performance.

Last season, Tottenham had its worst ranking in the English First Division since the 1976/1977 season, finishing in 17th position. However, the Europa League title, won with a victory in the final over Manchester United, ended a 17-year drought without lifting a trophy.

But the victory was not enough to prevent the dismissal of coach Ange Postecoglou, replaced by Thomas Frank, former Brentford.

“I am extremely proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees. We have transformed this club into a global heavyweight that competes at the highest level,” Levy declared.

There will be no changes in the ownership or shareholding structure of the club following the executive's departure.

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