This is the case for the defence of Ange Postecoglou although given Tottenham Hotspur have conceded 16 goals in their last six Premier League matches – including three against an Everton side who had only scored 15 times in their previous 20 league games – that may not be the wisest choice of words right now.

Tottenham have been warned that having to call on Ryan Mason for a third time is an embarrassing look, but they may have little choice if Ange Postecoglou goes

Tottenham are in a poor run of form and serious pressure is mounting on manager Ange Postecoglou after his side lost 3-2 to Everton.