'Massive problem': Aaron Lennon spotted a big mistake Ange Postecoglou made in Tottenham's defeat to Arsenal

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Despite taking the lead against Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur were unable to hang on and Ange Postecoglou suffered his fourth defeat in Spurs' last five Premier League matches.

After the 2-1 loss, Tottenham are now 13th in the league and they're actually closer to the bottom three than they are any European spot.

Postecoglou's job doesn't seem to be under pressure, but it does feel as if this project is at a bit of a crossroads. 

Either Daniel Levy needs to back his manager heavily in the transfer market or the two need to part ways – Spurs are currently meandering without any real intent.

Radu Dragusin and Archie Gray were once again the centre-back duo against Arsenal, which says a lot in itself.

Ange Postecoglou told that he ran his players into the ground against Arsenal

Aaron Lennon watched Spurs' defeat for BBC Radio 5 Live and spotted a problem that Postecoglou was actually causing for his players against Arsenal.

The Spurs boss has a very distinctive style, one that demands an incredibly high tempo.

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And Lennon thought that was an issue at the Emirates Stadium, feeling as if Tottenham's players were being run into the ground.

Lennon said: "The team looked tired today, the team is stretched but it’s a big problem.

"Ange Postecoglou’s way is fast tempo for 95 minutes. The Spurs players don’t look like they can keep up with the pace.

"It is a massive problem. One win in nine – it’s not good enough at all."

Dragusin was criticised after the game, but does feel as if the club's on the field issues are a lot more significant than individual performances, as Lennon seems to protest. 

Daniel Levy needs to back Ange Postecoglou or sack him

As mentioned, Spurs are now at a point where they essentially need to throw funds behind Postecoglou, or use that money to find a new boss.

On the whole, it seems as if Postecoglou still has support of the majority in N17, given that he has shown how well Tottenham can perform when all are fit.

But at the same time, it's too convenient to excuse one win in nine games when several top players are still available.

Dejan Kulusevski made an interesting point about Arsenal after the North London Derby, perhaps pointing out their rivals biggest advantage right now.

A difficult time for Tottenham, who have some big decisions to make.