Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has called for reinforcements in the January transfer window, admitting the squad is “short in a couple of areas” amid a challenging run of form.
Spurs have slipped to 11th in the Premier League after losing three of their last four games, including a 6-3 home defeat to Liverpool. Key injuries to goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and defenders Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero have compounded their struggles.
Speaking ahead of their Boxing Day clash with fourth-placed Nottingham Forest, Postecoglou emphasized the importance of careful planning for January.
“We’ve been planning for a while,” said the Australian. “It’s fair to say we’re still short in a couple of areas and need to reinforce. January is tricky, but we need players who will make us stronger.”
Despite domestic struggles, Spurs remain competitive in cup competitions, reaching the Carabao Cup semi-finals after a dramatic 4-3 win over Manchester United and staying in the hunt for Europa League progression. They also face Tamworth in the FA Cup third round on January 12.
Postecoglou defended his players’ effort and dismissed criticism of his tactics, stating: “The players are giving maximum effort and doing what I’m asking of them. How can I be critical of that?”
The Spurs boss also addressed his fiery exchange with a reporter after the Liverpool loss, attributing his reaction to repeated questions about defensive injuries. “I wasn’t angry, but it’s tiring to hear the same things after every defeat,” he said.
With a busy schedule ahead, Postecoglou is determined to bolster his squad and navigate the demanding second half of the season.
