Tottenham Hotspur Appoint Johan Lange As Technical Director

Tottenham Hotspur has announced the appointment of Johan Lange as Technical Director with effect from 1 November, 2023.

Lange will have responsibility for recruitment, analytics and talent identification across the club’s senior and academy teams.

Lange held the role of Global Director of Football Development and International Academies at Aston Villa from June, 2023, having previously been Sporting Director from June, 2020.

During this time he oversaw several high profile player transfers during a period which Aston Villa moved into the top half of the Premier League table.

In 2014, Lange, having previously been an Assistant Coach, rejoined FC Copenhagen as Development Director and then Technical Director the same season.

Commenting on his appointment, Scott Munn, Chief Football Officer, said, “Johan has demonstrated an excellent track record of scouting and signing many talented and successful youth and senior players. He is a welcome addition as we strengthen our football operations.”