Tottenham announce major boardroom change as Daniel Levy's closest ally exits

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·02 de junho de 2025

Tottenham announce major boardroom change as Daniel Levy's closest ally exits

Levy’s right-hand woman stepping down ahead of anticipated summer of changes at Spurs

Tottenham have announced Daniel Levy’s closest aide is stepping down as executive director.

Donna-Maria Cullen has been on the Spurs board since 2006 but is leaving in the first of a number of anticipated changes at the club this summer.

New chief executive officer Vinai Venkatesham will start work at Spurs this month, while there is uncertainty over the future of chief football officer Scott Munn

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Levy still needs to clarify the future of head coach Ange Postecoglou.

Cullen said: “This has been such a hard decision to make. The club has been my life for the past three decades. I have had the privilege of working with Daniel, whose vision and energy has driven the club forward, and so many talented and wonderful colleagues.

“It has been quite some journey, starting at White Hart Lane, with a brief stay at Wembley and finally our new home - amazing memories home and away. Ending this season with the Europa League Trophy was a dream come true.

“The time is now right for me to gather more time for myself and my family, whom I thank for all their support over the years. I shall spend the coming months ensuring there is a smooth handover with my staff. Thank you all. I wish everyone at the club all the success in the world.”

Levy said: “Donna has made an immense contribution to the club, over an extensive period. Her diverse responsibilities grew significantly and replacing her roles with a single individual will be impossible.

“While many may associate her primarily with marketing and communications, Donna's impact extends far beyond those areas. Notably, her leadership and political acumen at planning committees, was instrumental in the club being able to build one of the finest stadiums and training centres in the world.

“She deserves recognition for the contribution she played in the formation of the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation, which has positively impacted countless individuals in our communities, and in establishing the London Academy of Excellence, providing children with exceptional educational opportunities.

“Donna has pushed the conscience of the club to be at the forefront of environmental and diversity initiatives. She also played a crucial role in supporting the amateur part-time Spurs Ladies, enabling the development of our professional women’s team.

“Her daily input will be greatly missed, however she fully deserves to take time for herself, and I know that we shall be able to call upon her advice when needed. We wish her well for the future.”