Antonio Conte Leaves Tottenham by Mutual Consent
The news comes just days after Conte had expressed disappointment with the club's players and follows a bout of illness he's been going through.
Tottenham Hotspur's manager Antonio Conte has left the club and effectively left his position as Spurs manager by mutual consent, as per a club statement. The news comes just days after Conte had expressed disappointment with the club's players and follows a bout of illness he's been going through.
Official: Antonio Conte and Tottenham part ways by mutual consent — he’s no longer the coach 🚨⚪️ #THFC
Following the departure of Conte, Cristian Stellini will manage Tottenham Hotspur untill the end of the season. Ryan Mason will also be assistant. pic.twitter.com/N8RN38a39n
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 26, 2023
Why Did Conte Leave Spurs?
Conte has left Spurs for a number of reasons. Antonio Conte feels that the players are too selfish on the pitch and do not want to pass the ball and share opportunities to score. As you can imagine, for a coach of his level, this is beyond unacceptable and if he's failed to persuade the players to change, then he had no choice but to leave.
Conte may also have left due to health reasons as he'd been reportedly undergoing treatment following a bout of illness. The manager had been away from coaching Spurs for a few weeks this season, as he was getting treatment. It is likely that his health issues persisted and he feels he cannot manage to be on the pitch coaching as effectively as he'd wish.
Tottenham Club Chairman Daniel Levy: Tottenham is Fighting for a Champions League Slot
There are reports that Conte was sacked due to a rant but club chairman Daniel Levy says that Tottenham has 10 Premier League games remaining and a "fight" in their hands for a UCL slot. The club was recently kicked out of the Champions League. As such he says “We all need to pull together. Everyone has to step up to ensure the highest possible finish for our Club and amazing, loyal supporters”.
Daniel Levy on Tottenham situation: “We have 10 PL games remaining, we have a fight on our hands for a Champions League place”. ⚪️ #THFC
“We all need to pull together. Everyone has to step up to ensure the highest possible finish for our Club and amazing, loyal supporters”. pic.twitter.com/uyJ0W2BVnx
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 26, 2023
Therefore, it could just be that Conte left after the club's management felt he was not or could not do enough to ensure the club's continued success and highest possible finish in the Premier League.
Who Will be Tottenham's New Coach?
For the time being, Cristian Stellini will take over as the manager of Tottenham and will be a caretaker coach until the end of the current season. Stellini will be assisted by Ryan Mason who will play the role of Spurs' assistant coach, as the team scrambles to find a new permanent manager.
Cristian Stellini will have his chance to be in charge until the end of the season as Tottenham coach — while board will look for new manager for season 23/24. ⚪️ #THFC
Spurs list includes 4/5 options — Tuchel was there but he joined Bayern.
Mason will be Stellini’s assistant. pic.twitter.com/GKNROXTfDJ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 26, 2023
Coaches Likely to be Appointed as Tottenham's New Coach
Reports indicate that there is a list of 5 possible appointees as Spurs' new coach. The list is said to have included Thomas Tuchel, who was quickly appointed by Bayern Munich as their new coach, leaving four candidates in the running. Read more about Tuchel taking over at Bayern below.
The four candidates, one of whom is likely to be appointed as Tottenham's new coach, remain unnamed. Stay tuned for an update on who they are and consider sharing.
