Tottenham are holding discussions over whether to part ways with Igor Tudor during the international break, with an exciting appointment lined up.
Tottenham gifted 'perfect opportunity' to replace Tudor
Reports on Monday revealed Spurs are considering parting ways with Tudor this week to give a new manager the time to settle over the two-week break from domestic action.
The Lilywhites do not play again until April 12 due to the FA Cup games taking place immediately following the international break, and journalist Pete O'Rourke claims they see it as the 'perfect' chance to make a change.
“For Tudor right now, it’s game by game for him and Tottenham. The speculation over his future isn’t going to go away.
“Things didn’t go well for Tudor and Tottenham on Sunday, so that pressure will just ramp up even more.
“Obviously now you have an international break, it would be the perfect opportunity and give time for Spurs to make a change if they wanted."
Tudor was unable to fulfil his media commitments after Spurs’ damaging 3-0 Premier League home defeat to relegation rivals Nottingham Forest due to the death of his father.
A statement by Tottenham on Monday read: “Everyone at Tottenham Hotspur is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Igor Tudor’s father Mario.
“Our thoughts and condolences go out to Igor and his family during this incredibly difficult time.”
The club next returns to action when they face Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, a fixture that likely just became a whole lot more difficult after the The Black Cats win at Newcastle over the weekend, which will have them full of confidence and playing without pressure of relegation.
Tottenham eyeing Adi Hütter to replace Igor Tudor
According to a report from Give Me Sport, Spurs chiefs are holding internal discussions over whether to part ways with Tudor immediately, rather than wait until the summer.
There is a feeling they either need to sack the Croatian or throw their support behind him, and talks have taken place inside N17 about appointing Adi Hütter, who is out of work since leaving Monaco last year.
The Austrian coach is known for a more expansive style than the one fans have become accustomed to under Thomas Frank and Tudor, admitting in an interview in 2024 that he prefers his football to be "fun".
“I like an exciting 5-2 more than a boring 1-0. Football is also a show. I prefer inspiring football.”
His players have certainly appreciated that throughout his career, with former Premier League defender Mohammed Salisu calling the 56 year-old "one of the best coaches I have worked under" and praising his "high pressing" style.
Give Me Sport's report claims Chris Hughton, Ryan Mason, Robbie Keane, and Sean Dyche are also under consideration.