Tottenham confirm Fabio Paratici’s return as sporting director | OneFootball

After a 30-month suspension, Fabio Paratici officially returns to the role of sporting director of Tottenham Hotspur. The Italian executive will work on equal footing with Johan Lange, marking the beginning of a new era in the technical structure of the London club.

Tottenham, Fabio Paratici returns as sporting director: the club’s official announcement

The news was confirmed by Tottenham itself through an official statement published this morning.

Tottenham’s statement: “New structure to strengthen leadership”

The note released by the English club reads:

“This appointment is part of a new structure for our men’s football operation, designed to strengthen leadership, collaboration, and long-term decision-making across all areas of men’s football, from the first team to the boys. Together, they will lead the men’s football strategy and kick off a new, ambitious chapter for the Club.”

With this announcement, Tottenham aims to consolidate the sporting chain of command, improving coordination between the first team, the youth sector, and the scouting department.

Paratici’s return: “Thrilled to be back here”

Fabio Paratici, who had already served as Tottenham’s sporting director between 2021 and 2023, is now fully operational again after the suspension imposed by FIFA following events related to the Juventus case.

The executive from Emilia commented on his return with words of enthusiasm and confidence:

“I am thrilled to return to a club I love. I’ve known Johan for a long time and I’m convinced that together we will build a great path for the team and for the fans.”

A new chapter for the London club

With Paratici’s return, Tottenham aims to provide greater continuity to its sporting strategy, combining his international experience with the vision of Johan Lange, former technical director of Aston Villa.

The stated objective is to strengthen the club’s technical project, in line with the growth ambitions of the team led by Ange Postecoglou, currently competing in the 2025/26 Premier League.

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