Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has suggested that Ryan Mason should gain more experience elsewhere before taking on the role of permanent manager at the club this summer.
Mason, a former player for Spurs, has been handed the job as head coach until the end of the season following the sacking of Antonio Conte and Cristian Stellini. While he has started well in the role, Redknapp believes that he needs to gain more experience before taking on such a major role.
Redknapp’s comments come as Tottenham are reportedly considering a number of high-profile managers to take over the reins at the club. Julian Nagelsmann and Luis Enrique are among the most notable names linked with the position, while Arne Slot, Oliver Glasner, and Brendan Rodgers are also thought to be potential candidates.
Despite the competition for the role, Mason has stated that he is ready to become the club’s permanent manager this summer. However, Redknapp believes that he should take the time to gain more experience before taking on such a major responsibility.
Redknapp’s comments are grounded in his own experience as a manager. The former West Ham and Portsmouth boss has over 30 years of experience in management and has previously spoken about the importance of gaining experience before taking on top-level roles. He has also spoken about the need for young managers to be given opportunities to learn and develop their skills before taking on high-pressure roles.
Redknapp’s comments highlight the challenges that young managers face in the modern game. While some managers have been successful in taking on top-level roles at a young age, others have struggled to adapt to the pressures of the job. Mason’s appointment as head coach at Tottenham has been seen by many as a bold move by the club, and it remains to be seen whether he will be able to prove himself in the role.
Ultimately, Redknapp’s comments suggest that he believes that Mason has the potential to become a successful manager, but that he needs to gain more experience before taking on the role of permanent manager at Tottenham Hotspur. With the club reportedly considering a number of high-profile candidates for the job, it remains to be seen whether Mason will be given the opportunity to prove himself in the role.