Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has come under heavy criticism in recent days following the departure of Cristian Stellini and the embarrassing 6-1 defeat to Newcastle United
Former Tottenham defender William Gallas has backed Daniel Levy to stay at the club amid claims he should walk away.
"It was devastating to see," Levy said in a statement published on Monday evening. "We can look at many reasons why it happened and whilst myself, the Board, the coaches and players must all take collective responsibility, ultimately the responsibility is mine."
Gallas, who made 78 appearances during his time at Spurs, believes Levy is the right man to lead the Lilywhites out of the current mess. When asked if he thought it was time for Levy to step aside, the former Arsenal and Chelsea defender told Genting Casino: "No, no, no, no! No way. No way.
"Come on. Listen, Daniel Levy has made good decisions for the club. Nobody can say that he doesn’t love his club or hasn’t made good decisions. Everyone makes mistakes. The most important thing is to accept your mistakes when you make them.
"He has to try to find a good manager. He needs to find a manager that he gets along with – we don’t want to see any more arguments. He has to think a little bit more about the club and not himself.
"As I said, what happened with Antonio Conte, I think Levy took that as a personal attack. He was wrong to take it that way. Antonio Conte said those things because he wanted the club to improve and he was unhappy with the performances of his players.
"Daniel Levy has to stay at the club, but perhaps he should change some aspects of his approach. He doesn’t need to be so confrontational."