Despite the team’s struggles, former head coach Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked days after the win over Manchester United in Bilbao, largely avoided the brunt of the fan anger. Instead, the chairman became the primary target of supporters’ frustration over the club’s perceived regression.

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has called on the Premier League to reach a verdict on Manchester City's 115 charges "for the good of the game".