Stefan Borson 'surprised' by Daniel Levy 'rumours' at Tottenham

Former Manchester City adviser Stefan Borson doubts Levy remains influential at Spurs after receiving £27m to step down as executive chairman in September 2025.

Daniel Levy stepped down as Tottenham's executive chairman in September 2025 and received £27 million from the Lewis family under the terms of his contract. He retains a reduced stake in ENIC, Spurs' parent company, as new owners continue to invest in the club.

Stefan Borson, a former Manchester City financial adviser, told Football Insider he is surprised by rumours suggesting Levy remains heavily involved behind the scenes. "Given that they paid him, according to the press, £27 million to leave, I'd be surprised," Borson said. "I suspect he's not involved, to be honest, but I don't know."

Some observers believe Levy may still advise the new ownership on stadium development and surrounding commercial matters, but Borson is sceptical of this claim. Spurs' new leadership has shown greater ambition in the transfer market, signing Sandro Tonali, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes and Savio, though results have not matched spending. The club currently sits 14th in the Premier League.