Ange Postecoglu was reportedly offered the chance to return to the Premier League just weeks after being sacked by Tottenham Hotspur.
After securing a 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final, Postecoglu fulfilled his now iconic promise of delivering a trophy in his second season as Spurs manager.
Despite this, just days later it was confirmed that Tottenham Hotspur had made the decision to sack the Australian manager due to his poor form in the Premier League, finishing the season in 17th.
The news shocked many fans who felt that Postecoglu had earned the chance to stay at the club after finally ending the club's 17-year wait for a trophy.
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But now it's been revealed that Postecoglu actually was given the chance to stay in the Premier League next season, just not with Spurs.
Shortly after Postecoglu's departure from Spurs was confirmed, former Brentford manager Thomas Frank was announced as his replacement, signing a contract that runs until 2028.
And, according to a report from The Athletic, once they learned that they were set to lose their manager, Brentford contacted Postecoglu to offer him the chance to take over in what would have essentially been a job swap.
Although he never formally interviewed for the job, Postecoglu had informal discussions with Brentford director of football Phil Giles, but ultimately both parties agreed that it was not the best option for either of them.
Brentford are said to have considered several other candidates to replace Frank, including former Ajax head coach Francesco Farioli, but ultimately opted to promote set-piece coach Keith Andrews.
Explaining the decision, Giles stated: “It’s more risky to go and get a coach we don’t know from a club where the environment might be different or maybe people around them made them successful.
"This is actually quite a low-risk appointment because I know how good Keith is.”
During his time at Spurs, Postecoglu took charge of 101 matches across all competitions, winning 47, drawing 14 and losing 40.
In his statement following his departure, Postecoglu thanked Spurs fans, writing: "When I reflect on my time as Manager of Tottenham Hotspur my overriding emotion is one of pride.
"The opportunity to lead one of England's historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.
"We are forever connected. Audere est Facere."
Topics: Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham Hotspur, Brentford, Premier League, Football, Transfer News
Ben McCrum