Tottenham have parted ways with interim coach Igor Tudor and are searching for a new manager with the club just one point clear of the relegation zone ahead of five crucial fixtures
Tottenham have sacked interim manager Igor Tudor following just a short stint in charge after taking over from the dismissed Thomas Frank in February. The choice to part ways with Tudor came after a devastating 3-0 loss to relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest before the international break.
That defeat left Spurs only one point above West Ham United, who currently sit 18th in the drop zone. A club statement read: "We can confirm that it has been mutually agreed for Head Coach Igor Tudor to leave the Club with immediate effect. Tomislav Rogic and Riccardo Ragnacci have also left their respective roles of Goalkeeping Coach and Physical Coach.
"We thank Igor, Tomislav and Riccardo for their efforts during the past six weeks, in which they worked tirelessly. We also acknowledge the bereavement that Igor has recently suffered and send our support to him and his family at this difficult time. An update on a new Head Coach will be provided in due course."
While there's been no official word on who will take the reins, Mirror Football understands that Spurs anticipate naming a new head coach within the next few days, ensuring they're in position when the squad returns from international duty and allowing them roughly 10 days to work with the team.
Bruno Saltor is still at the club and is currently overseeing training for the small group of players remaining at Hotspur Way. Earlier this week, it was reported that the club had discussions with Adi Hutter about becoming their next manager.
However, no deal has been finalised for the 56-year-old, who also lacks Premier League experience. He's not the only manager being linked with the job in north London, as Roberto De Zerbi is also reportedly in the running.
Marco Rose and Edin Terzic could re-emerge as contenders, having both been evaluated prior to Tudor's appointment. Meanwhile, former boss Mauricio Pochettino has also been connected, although he's unlikely to be immediately available as he's still managing the United States until after the World Cup.
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Regardless, whoever takes over will have the massive job of stabilising the team and steering Spurs clear of relegation. With that in mind, Mirror Football has taken a lot at Spurs' next five Premier League matches as they fight to stay up.
Sunderland (A) - Sunday, April 12 (2pm).
Brighton (H) - Saturday, April 18 (3pm).
Wolves (A) - Saturday, April 25 (3pm).
Aston Villa (A) - Saturday, May 2 (12:30pm).
Leeds United (H) - Date to be confirmed.