S3E54 | Inside The Fall Of Daniel Levy

About this episode

The episode features an interview with Matt Slater discussing the recent changes in Tottenham Hotspur's management and ownership dynamics.

This week we’re joined by senior news reporter for The Athletic, Matt Slater, to unpack one of the most dramatic periods in Tottenham Hotspur’s history. We discuss Daniel Levy’s departure, the power structures that shaped Spurs for decades, the role of the Lewis family, takeover speculation, the Gibb River review, and whether Tottenham are genuinely for sale. We also explore the realities of modern football ownership, why American investors may be the club’s most likely future owners, and what Spurs fans should make of examples such as them lot, Bournemouth and Chelsea. A fascinating look behind the curtain at how football clubs are really run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Guest: Matt Slater

Topics covered

• Daniel Levy
• Tottenham Hotspur
• football ownership
• American investors
• club takeover
• power structures
• sports journalism

Keywords

• Daniel Levy
• Tottenham Hotspur
• football ownership
• American investors
• Lewis family
• club sale
• Bournemouth
• Chelsea

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Athletic, Lewis family, Tottenham Hotspur, Bournemouth, Chelsea

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