Harry Kane's future, transfers and tactics: Ange Postecoglou's challenges at Tottenham Hotspurs

Ange Postecoglou has been working hard behind the scenes for about a month now in preparation for his new position as head coach of Tottenham, which he began on Saturday. Since his hiring was announced on June 6, the Australian has been meticulously preparing for what appears to be a massive task at Spurs, who are currently facing the reality of playing no European games for the first time since 2010.

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Postecoglou is willing to give every member of the squad a chance to shine, in contrast to reports from other sources. If they don't adapt, his playing style will immediately show who is no longer needed.  It's fair to say that Postecoglou’s style of play represents a complete 360-degree turn from what Spurs supporters have seen in recent years. Spurs supporters haven't witnessed a short-passing game that dominated possession in a long time.

A change in formation could be on the cards for Tottenham Hotspurs

The formation used by Postecoglou's teams is 4-3-3. Spurs have played with three central defenders and wingbacks on either side throughout the past few seasons. If Tottenham's wing-backs have the qualifications to adjust to Ange's back four, that will be the immediate worry.  Supporters acknowledge that the rebuild will be extensive. Spurs' hiring mistakes have caught up with them. The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is usually empty during the week, so it will feel unusual to have no European football for the first time in 13 years. However, as Postecoglou executes his ideology on the team, it might perhaps be a blessing in disguise.

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Harry Kane leaving Tottenham is an impossibility. Most people outside the club believe that one of the top strikers in the world of football should switch teams and join a Champions League team that can provide him a better chance of winning a title. They may be correct, but Daniel Levy will still urge that Kane stays for at least one more season or until the end of his contract. If Tottenham's leading scorer leaves this summer, Ange Postecoglou will have a very difficult task on his hands.