Daniel Levy Steps Down as Tottenham Chairman After Nearly 25 Years in Charge
- As Chairman, Daniel Levy signed some of the biggest names in Tottenham Hotspur's recent history
- Levy is credited with helping transform Tottenham into one of the world's most vibrant football clubs
- A former Arsenal executive has now been appointed as the new Tottenham CEO as Spurs bids an emotional farewell to Levy
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Daniel Levy has officially stepped down as Executive Chairman of Tottenham Hotspur, drawing the curtain on an era that spanned nearly a quarter of a century.
Appointed in 2001, Levy became the longest-serving chairman in the Premier League, transforming Spurs from a mid-table side into a global football brand.
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Under his stewardship, Tottenham evolved both on and off the pitch, boasting a state-of-the-art £1 billion stadium, a world-class training facility in Enfield, and consistent appearances in European competitions.
Yet, despite this remarkable commercial and infrastructural progress, Levy’s reign was also defined by frustration among supporters who felt the club often fell short of its on-field potential, with only two major trophies secured during his tenure.
The club announced via its website that a new leadership structure would follow his departure, with English National Investment Company (ENIC) director Peter Charrington appointed as Non-Executive Chairman and former Arsenal executive Vinai Venkatesham taking over as CEO.
The reshuffle signals what Spurs are calling a “new era,” with fresh management in place and speculation about potential investment to push the club toward sustained success.
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Daniel Levy's key signings for Tottenham
During his nearly 25-year reign as Tottenham chairman, Daniel Levy oversaw some of the most memorable signings in the club’s modern history, deals that both defined eras and shaped Spurs’ identity.
His early years brought in players like Robbie Keane, Jermain Defoe, and Dimitar Berbatov, strikers who became fan favourites and consistent scorers in the Premier League.
The capture of Luka Modrić from Dinamo Zagreb in 2008 and Gareth Bale from Southampton in 2007 proved transformative, as both went on to become world-class stars and later commanded record-breaking sales to Real Madrid.
According to Transfermarkt, Levy also brought in Rafael van der Vaart from Madrid in 2010, a coup that gave Spurs the creative spark to compete at the top.
Under his stewardship, Tottenham signed Hugo Lloris, who became a long-serving captain and World Cup-winning goalkeeper, and Christian Eriksen, the heartbeat of Mauricio Pochettino’s side that reached the Champions League final in 2019.
More recently, Levy sanctioned moves for Heung-min Son, one of the greatest players in the club's history, and James Maddison, seen as central to the club’s new era. However, he was also the man who parted ways with Europa League-winning manager Ange Postecoglou.
Now, the influential figure departs Tottenham at a time when the club has ushered in a new wave of exciting talent, including Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, Kevin Danso from RC Lens, Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich, and Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig, all signed ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season.
Kudus' Tottenham goal drought continues
YEN.com.gh earlier looked at Mohammed Kudus' lack of goals after his first four matches for Tottenham Hotspur following his high-profile move from West Ham.
However, the former Ajax star has showcased his energy, pressing, and dribbling ability in matches against Paris Saint-Germain, Burnley, and Manchester City.
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