The English soccer club Tottenham announced this Sunday the departure, “by mutual agreement”, of the Italian coach Antonio Conte, a separation that had been expected for a few weeks.
Hired in November 2021 by the London club, Conte saw his position more fragile after the elimination in the round of 16 of the Champions League, against Italian AC Milan, and after openly criticizing his players after the draw (3-3). . against Championship red background, Southampton.
Conte will be replaced on an interim basis by his assistant Cristian Stellini, who will guide the team until the end of the season.
Tottenham currently sit fourth in the league, in a position to qualify for the Champions League, but are only two points ahead of fifth-placed Newcastle, who have played two fewer games.
“We have ten games to go in the Premier League and we have a battle for a place in the Champions League. We have to come together. Each one of us has to step up (his efforts) to ensure the best for our club and our loyal and incredible fans. “Spurs president Daniel Levy said in a statement.
Cristian Stellini had already replaced Conte when the 53-year-old was recovering from gallbladder surgery, and will be assisted by former Tottenham midfielder Ryan Mason who briefly led the team in 2021.
Source: TSF
