Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma has shared the heartfelt WhatsApp exchange with former manager Ange Postecoglou following the Australian’s sudden dismissal last Friday.
The touching messages reveal the strong bond formed between player and coach during their time together at Spurs.
In his farewell text, Postecoglou wrote: “Hi Biss. Sorry I missed your call. I am very proud of you. It was an honour to share a dressing room with you and appreciate how much you believed in what we were trying to achieve.”
The 59-year-old added a personal touch, concluding with: “I wish you only the best for the future. I will always be following. Much love from my family to yours.”
Bissouma’s emotional response highlighted the profound impact Postecoglou had on his career: “Thank you gaffer and thank you really much for everything on and off the pitch I’ll always be grateful.
“The way you believed me and trusted me was incredible.”
The Malian international acknowledged football’s transient nature – “I’m gonna miss you but it’s football life” – before offering his blessings: “May God protect you and your family. #bigboss love.”
The exchange concluded with Postecoglou’s final reassurance: “Always by your side Biss ????.” These private messages, made public by Bissouma, offer rare insight into the personal relationships formed behind the scenes at Premier League clubs.
The correspondence particularly underscores how Postecoglou’s man-management resonated with players, even as his tenure ended abruptly.
