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Antonio Conte outburst: Tottenham to decide head coach's future in ... (Sky Sports)

Antonio Conte believes some players are happy to stay in the comfort zone and settle for mediocrity, no matter who is the coach; Conte also believes if the ...

He has had several approaches in the last eight months - none of which he felt were right. James Ward-Prowse sticks it in the back of the net in the 95th minute to stop Spurs going third. He didn’t look well, left again and then came back. You are appointing his brother, his coaches and so many of his backroom staff. It was a genuine world class manager and someone Spurs wanted in the summer. He’s not the kind of player Spurs would sign. The over reliance on one individual has been too much. Instead, his comments reflected what he has felt for a long time and he did not intend to attack the players or the board. Last season Tottenham finished strongly to overtake Arsenal and this season was supposed to be one where they built on that. He believes some players are happy to stay in their comfort zone and settle for mediocrity, no matter who is the coach. “When Conte was appointed, I thought it was a great appointment for Spurs. There has been no improvement in mentality, attitude and hunger.

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Tottenham set to sack Antonio Conte as manager with fiery outburst ... (talkSPORT.com)

Tottenham are set to part ways with Antonio Conte later this week, talkSPORT sources understand.The majority of the Spurs hierarchy feel Conte's pos.

Pochettino was sacked by Levy in 2019, months after guiding them to the Champions League final. With Conte flying back to Italy on Monday, the writing is on the wall regarding his future at the club. [The Italian](https://talksport.com/who/antonio-conte/), who was appointed as manager of Spurs in 2021, took aim at the under performing squad with some [explosive comments at the weekend.](https://talksport.com/football/1366399/tottenham-antonio-conte-explosive-interview-southampton-draw/)

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Tottenham chief Levy 'blocking' two transfers 'contributed to Conte's ... (Football365.com)

Tottenham Hotspur chief Daniel Levy reportedly 'contributed to Antonio Conte's anger' before the manager's extraordinary rant over the weekend.

They will also drop down to sixth if Newcastle and Liverpool make the most of their games in hand. ](https://www.football365.com/news/transfer-gossip-liverpool-milinkovic-savic-bellingham-part-ex-osimhen-chelsea-real-madrid) It has also been a priority that they end their trophy drought. ](https://www.football365.com/news/conte-sack-tottenham-final-decision-head-coach-expected-agree-departure-this-week) [Conte stated post-match that some of his players are “selfish” as they “do not want to help” their team-mates.](https://www.football365.com/news/antonio-conte-reaction-southampton-3-3-spurs-selfish-not-a-team) They exited the Carabao Cup, FA Cup and Champions League prematurely.

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Antonio Conte timeline as Tottenham boss amid reports of ... (BreakingNews.ie)

Conte went on a 10-minute tirade against his players after they blew a 3-1 lead to draw against Southampton.

March 18, 2023 – Conte goes on a 10-minute tirade against his players after they blew a 3-1 lead to draw against Saints. March 8, 2023 – Spurs are knocked out of the Champions League by AC Milan in Conte’s return to the dugout. May 22, 2022 – A 5-0 final-day romp at Norwich ensures Spurs beat rivals Arsenal to the top four. November 25, 2021 – Tottenham suffer an embarrassing 2-1 defeat to Slovenian side NS Mura. He later claims this was a strategy. January 5, 2022 – Conte effectively calls Spurs a mid-table team after a first-leg loss to Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final.

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Harry Redknapp wants to make remarkable Tottenham return once ... (Irish Mirror)

The former Spurs boss, who turned 76 earlier this month, says he'd be delighted to help out Ryan Mason if he was appointed in a temporary role for the rest ...

I took people like Jim Smith who was older than me, at Portsmouth I’d already managed about 1000 games before I took Jim with me, but he was fanstastic for me. It’s hard to say no.” They can bounce ideas off you – I think that’s important. [Huddersfield](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/huddersfield-town-fc) Town last month 30 years after he was first appointed by the club, while Hodgson has retaken [Crystal Palace](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/crystal-palace-fc) job [until the end of the season at the age of 75](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/breaking-roy-hodgson-crystal-palace-29509921). [Chelsea](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/chelsea-fc) boss, who is out of contract at the end of the season but is now expected to leave imminently. [once they dismiss the outgoing Antonio Conte](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/tottenham-spurs-antonio-conte-sacking-29509150).

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Spurs set to sack Antonio Conte this week - reports (Extra.ie)

The Italian has recently seen his side exit the FA Cup and Champions League in quick succession and watched Tottenham concede twice in the final 13 minutes on ...

The Argentinian had five and a half years in north London, leading Tottenham to the Champions League final in 2019, but he was sacked months later after a disappointing start to the 2019-20 campaign. Conte’s arrival at Tottenham at the end of 2021 was meant to usher in a new trophy-laden era for the club considering the past success of the experienced coach at Juventus, Chelsea and Inter Milan. The Italian’s contract was set to expire in the summer and he has remained coy over the prospect of extending his stay in north London, but Tottenham seem set to cut their losses with the former Chelsea boss.

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John Duggan: Potential replacement for Conte, new Irish jersey (Newstalk)

John Duggan joined Ger & Adrian on OTB AM to speak about the managerial situation in Tottenham and the newly released Irish football jersey.

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Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg calls on Antonio Conte to 'elaborate' after rant ... (Independent.ie)

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg called on Antonio Conte to be “more precise” in his criticism of Tottenham's players after his outburst in the aftermath of Saturday's ...

We are still where we want and need to be in the Premier League. “It comes from the fact that, unfortunately, we did not get the results we as a team and club wanted. You don’t do that if you’ve reached the quarter-final of the Champions League and if you’re in the semi-final of the FA Cup.

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Daniel Levy's Antonio Conte decision, what comes next and how the ... (Football.London)

It's that time of the week for our Tottenham Hotspur Q&A with our Spurs reporter Alasdair Gold on everything going on with the club and Antonio Conte.

While you wait for yours and other's answers, be sure to check out all of the latest content around the latest (You can also sign up by clicking on the silhouette on the top right-hand corner of the screen). [Spurs news on the site](https://www.football.london/tottenham-hotspur-fc/) [.](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc) You can take part and ask about any topics that cross your mind about the club. The head coach also criticised the culture at the club, saying: "Tottenham's story is this. 20 years there is the owner and they never won something but why?"

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Matt Doherty defends Antonio Conte over post-game rant at players (The42)

Doherty has also spoken about his experiences under Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid.

I am using the six months I have there to try and get better, to try and understand the game better and improve my overall game.” “It is frustrating at times”, said Doherty of his bit-part role in Spain, “but I have learned to deal with it. He won’t say anything in the Press that he won’t say to his players, he’s completely honest with his players, has the passion for the whole club.

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'He has to elaborate': Højbjerg seeks more clarity from Conte after ... (The Guardian)

Pierre-Emile Højbjerg says he wishes that Antonio Conte had been more 'precise' in his communication with the Tottenham squad as he reflected on the ...

“But I think he has to elaborate on how he feels before you as a player can start measuring and weighing.” His tone was sympathetic towards Conte, a manager who has been good for him, but he did suggest he ought to have explained himself more clearly to the players. Amorim would be interested in the role and expensive to recruit. He did the same after Jose Mourinho’s dismissal in April 2021, losing the League Cup final but winning four of his six league games for a seventh place finish and Europa Conference League qualification. Previously, he had been expected to leave at the end of the season upon the expiry of his contract. Spurs have started to check the market for Conte’s successor and are making plans for his immediate departure.

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10 most expensive manager payoffs with Antonio Conte No.1 amid ... (Irish Mirror)

Antonio Conte is on the brink of being dismissed by Tottenham after his meltdown following the draw at Southampton, but his payoff won't be anything like he ...

"In the title winning season, the club set a then-record 30 wins in a 38-game Premier League season, as well as a club-record 13 consecutive league victories." [Jose Mourinho](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/jose-mourinho) has continued to receive handsome pay-packets during his career, despite a number of years having passed since his last league title. After failing to make it three Premier Leagues in a row in 2007, Mourinho was sacked just weeks into the new season. Mourinho might have the highest cumulative total, but no one comes close to matching Conte's Chelsea dismissal at the top of the list. After taking over from Claudio Ranieri in 2004, the former Porto boss delivered back-to-back titles, but was unable to add a European trophy. The Italian took over in 2014 with a view to leading the team in their home World Cup four years later, but lasted just 18 months. Blanc's PSG finished the 2015-16 season with 96 points, a figure which remains a record in Ligue 1. He was supposed to help the Blues thrive at home and on the continent after Carlo Ancelotti's dismissal, but ultimately lasted less than a year in charge. Things quickly turned sour, though, with new owner Todd Boehly acting after a worrying start to the campaign. Chelsea were the Premier League's biggest spenders last summer, adding £270m worth of talent to their squad. Ironically, it was Villas-Boas' sacking in north London which led to Pochettino's arrival, with the Argentine taking over after Tim Sherwood's caretaker spell. That pales in comparison to the sum he received from

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'He has to elaborate' - Højbjerg seeks more clarity from Conte after ... (Irish Examiner)

Pierre-Emile Højbjerg says he wishes Antonio Conte had been more open and “precise” in his communication with the Tottenham squad as he reflected on the ...

If that’s how he sees it, then you have to be a little more precise in order for you as a player to take it to heart. The dropped points late on at Southampton – Spurs had been 3-1 up with 13 minutes to play – felt like the final straw for Conte. Højbjerg has become the first Spurs player to speak in public about the unfolding crisis. Amorim would be interested in the role but would be expensive to recruit. Vincent Kompany, who has Burnley on the brink of promotion back to the Premier League, is another name of interest. Spurs have started to check the market for the Italian’s successor, a sign that they are ready to accelerate his departure.

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Hojbjerg calls on Conte to 'elaborate' after rant (RTE.ie)

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg called on Antonio Conte to be "more precise" in his criticism of Tottenham's players after his outburst in the aftermath of Saturday's ...

We are still where we want and need to be in the Premier League. "It comes from the fact that, unfortunately, we did not get the results we as a team and club wanted. You don't do that if you've reached the quarter-final of the Champions League and if you're in the semi-final of the FA Cup.

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Matt Doherty backs his former boss Antonio Conte as pressure at ... (Independent.ie)

MATT DOHERTY has given his backing to his former coach at Tottenham ahead of a likely exit from Spurs for Antonio Conte.

“I am there until the end of the season and I am just using it as a learning experience, I am improving by training with world class players every day. I always like to challenge myself and be uncomfortable at times and it was a similar case there. "Look, I hope he stays for a long time at Tottenham.

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Hojbjerg calls on Conte to elaborate after Tottenham criticism (Reuters)

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has called on manager Antonio Conte to elaborate on his stinging criticism of the players after ...

And sometimes the waves go high in football." But I think he has to elaborate on how he feels before you as a player can start measuring and weighing." You don't do that if you've reached the quarter-final of the Champions League and if you're in the semi-final of the FA Cup," the former Southampton player said.

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Matt Doherty hopes Antonio Conte stays with Tottenham for 'as long ... (Independent.ie)

Former Tottenham defender Matt Doherty is hoping “unbelievable” manager Antonio Conte stays with Spurs “as long as possible” amid speculation over his ...

I am using the six months I have there to try and get better, to try and understand the game better and improve my overall game.” “The reason I left was… He won’t say anything in the press that he won’t say to his players.

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Antonio Conte timeline as Tottenham boss amid reports of ... (Laois Nationalist)

Antonio Conte is reportedly on the brink of leaving Tottenham. Photo:Andrew Matthews/PA. June 2, 2021 – Former Chelsea boss Conte emerges as a surprise ...

March 18, 2023 – Conte goes on a 10-minute tirade against his players after they blew a 3-1 lead to draw against Saints. March 8, 2023 – Spurs are knocked out of the Champions League by AC Milan in Conte’s return to the dugout. May 22, 2022 – A 5-0 final-day romp at Norwich ensures Spurs beat rivals Arsenal to the top four. November 25, 2021 – Tottenham suffer an embarrassing 2-1 defeat to Slovenian side NS Mura. He later claims this was a strategy. January 5, 2022 – Conte effectively calls Spurs a mid-table team after a first-leg loss to Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final.

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Tottenham's candidates to replace Antonio Conte 'share his doubts ... (Irish Mirror)

Antonio Conte's future as Tottenham Hotspur manager remains in doubt after the Italian followed Saturday's draw with Southampton by laying into the players ...

The players? And the players? Where are the players? Some are said to be of the feeling that Spurs overachieved by finishing fourth last term, and they are currently on track to finish on a lower points tally than in the 2021-22 campaign. [Tottenham](https://www.irishmirror.ie/all-about/tottenham-hotspur-fc) Hotspur Stadium, while former Spain boss Luis Enrique is another to have been mentioned in connection with the role. He remains in a job at the time of writing, though, and it appears as though he is not the only one to hold reservations about the Lilywhites' squad.

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Spurs should hold onto Conte 'as long as possible' - Doherty (Reuters)

Former Tottenham Hotspur defender Matt Doherty said they should stick with manager Antonio Conte amid speculation that the Italian could be heading for the ...

He's one of the best managers of all time." "He's completely honest with his players, has the passion for the whole club. Register for free to Reuters and know the full story

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Antonio Conte's expected exit from Tottenham reflects badly on all ... (The Athletic)

To use one of Conte's favourite words, everyone involved has had to suffer - Levy, the players, and the man himself.

In any case, the perception of Tottenham’s players being unmanageable or having some shared flaw, as Conte suggested at the weekend, serves to damage the club’s reputation as a whole and feed narratives that were already hard to shift. And so here we are, inching towards Conte’s departure, and with the sense that no one comes out of this well. Can Spurs honestly say that in the combative Mourinho, the clearly short-term Conte, and the patently not-good-enough Nuno Espirito Santo they have provided the players with the necessary structures? Conte now finds himself at a crossroads, potentially just one of the wandering big-name managers on the gun-for-hire carousel, in a position comparable to Jose Mourinho’s after Manchester United. Many Tottenham fans have little sympathy for this sentiment, and agreed with the gist of what Conte said on Saturday about the players’ failings. With the vast majority of footballers of this level, if you give them proper structures and someone who can motivate them they will respond positively. So to suggest that the Spurs players are somehow collectively lacking the necessary fortitude to succeed doesn’t add up. Conte was always at pains to stress how the job at Spurs was beneath him, but in so doing, he undermined his own credibility. [Chelsea](https://theathletic.com/football/team/chelsea/) hand-me-down known for reactive football really what was required less than seven months after ditching another manager matching that description? The AC Milan tie also illustrated Conte’s caution and lack of tactical flexibility — two charges that have become more pronounced throughout his time at Spurs. The message was essentially: ‘Yes, I’ll stay with you, but you’re lucky to have me, and I won’t be here for very long’ — underlined by the shortness of his contract. Maybe it’s the players who are the subject of your ire.

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