Antonio Conte Leaves Tottenham Hotspur, Club Confirms

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tottenham Hotspur Football Club has announced that Head Coach Antonio Conte has left the Club by mutual agreement.

The decision was taken after a meeting between the Club’s hierarchy and the Italian coach, who arrived at Tottenham last summer, replacing Jose Mourinho.

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Conte’s departure comes after a mixed season for Tottenham, who currently sit in seventh place in the Premier League, five points adrift of the top four. The North London club did reach the final of the Carabao Cup, where they lost to Manchester City, but were knocked out of the FA Cup by Everton at the fifth round stage.

However, the club did achieve Champions League qualification in Conte’s first season in charge, which was seen as a significant achievement given the competition for places at the top of the Premier League table.

In a statement released by the Club, Chairman Daniel Levy said: “We thank Antonio for his contribution and wish him well for the future. We have 10 Premier League games remaining and we have a fight on our hands for a Champions League place. Everyone has to step up to ensure the highest possible finish for our Club and amazing, loyal supporters.”

Cristian Stellini, who was part of Conte’s coaching staff, will take over as Acting Head Coach for the remainder of the season, with former Tottenham player Ryan Mason appointed as his assistant.

Stellini, who has previously worked with Conte at Inter Milan, said: “It’s an honour to take charge of Tottenham Hotspur. We have a talented squad and I’m confident that we can achieve our goals this season. I would like to thank Antonio for his work and for bringing me to this great Club.”

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Tottenham’s next game is a Premier League clash with Aston Villa on Sunday, where Stellini and Mason will be in charge for the first time. It remains to be seen who will be appointed as Conte’s permanent successor, with several names already being linked with the job.