Tottenham Hotspur’s sacked head coach Ange Postecoglou decided on Friday that the club would “compete on multiple fronts”.

The 59-year-old tour guide won his first trophy in 17 years after beating Manchester United in the Europa League final last month - also qualifying for the Champions League next season.

However, PosteCoglou also oversees a staggering 22 league defeats, the worst Premier League record for a team that avoids relegation – they are ranked 17th on the table.

Sources told ESPN that Chairman Daniel Levy informed Postecoglou after returning from their respective holidays earlier this week.

The Spurs will strengthen their pursuit of alternatives to sources, suggesting Brentford boss Thomas Frank, Fulham's Marco Silva and Andoni Iraola of Bournemouth.

Postecoglou set out after only two seasons of the source responsible, indicating he will receive up to £4 million ($5.4 million). The Australian won £2 million for winning the Europa League.

Tottenham said in a statement issued on Friday: “After review of the performance, after major reflection, the club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has eased his responsibilities.

“We are very grateful to Ange for his commitment and contributions during his two years at the club. Ange will always be remembered as the third manager of the European trophy in our history, along with legends Bill Nicholson and Keith Burkinshaw.

“However, the board unanimously concluded that it is in the best interest of the club to make the changes.”

The club added that it “cannot align with the Europa League victory based on our decision on emotions”.

"It is crucial that we can compete in multiple ways and believe that the changing approach will bring us the greatest opportunity for the next season and beyond," the statement continued.

“It’s one of the hardest decisions we have to make, not a decision we make easily, nor a decision we rush to draw conclusions.

“We made what we thought was the right decision to provide us with the best chance of success, not a simple decision.

"We have a talented young squad and Ange has provided us with a great platform. We want to thank him. We wish him all the best in the future - he will always welcome him back to our home."

Postecoglou made its own statement shortly afterwards.

He began: “My overwhelming emotion was a sense of pride when I reflected on myself as Tottenham Hotspur manager.”

“The opportunity to lead one of England’s historic football clubs and bring back the glory that will be with me for the rest of my life.

“Share this experience with all those who truly love this club and see how it affects them is something I will never forget. That night in Bilbao was two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering faith.

“There are many challenges to overcome and try to accomplish the lot of noise that many people say brings.

“We also laid the foundation, which means the club doesn’t have to wait for another 17 years to get the next success.

“I have confidence in this group of players and know their potential and growth more.

“I sincerely want to thank those who are the fate of the club, supporters. I know there are some tough times, but I always feel like they want me to succeed, which gives me all the motivation to push.

"It is important to admit that the hard-working Spurs workers have encouraged me every day. Finally, I want to thank those who have been with me every day for the past two years. A great group of young people are now legends of this football club and a great coach who never doubted we could do something special.

“We are always in touch.”