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Former Monaco manager Adi Hutter has emerged as a ‘serious contender’ to become Tottenham Hotspur’s new head coach and replace interim boss Igor Tudor, according to a report.

Tudor has failed to make the desired impact as interim boss in North London since succeeding Thomas Frank last month, and he is believed to be in danger of losing his job.

The 47-year-old lost each of his first four matches in charge of Spurs before they held Liverpool to a surprise 1-1 Premier League draw at Anfield, and then beat Atletico Madrid 3-2 in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, albeit crashing out 7-5 on aggregate.

Tudor then oversaw a harrowing 3-0 home defeat to relegation-threatened rivals Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Sunday, a result that has seen Tottenham slip to 17th in the table and just one point above the bottom three with seven games remaining.

The Croatian did not carry out media duties following the loss to Forest after being informed of the passing of his father, but his assistant Bruno Salter insisted that Tudor and his staff feel the full support of the club’s board.

Tudor out, De Zerbi or Hutter in at Tottenham?

“We need to carry on because we care, we care for Spurs, we are family and want to get out of this situation,” Salter told reporters

“I am 100% sure we can get through this situation. We all have the same goal: fight until the end of the season and stay in the Premier League. Of course, we feel the support of everybody at the club.”

Despite that, Football Insider claims that Spurs are set to sack Tudor within the next 24 to 48 hours, with ex-Brighton & Hove Albion and Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi lined up as their top managerial target.

As things stand, De Zerbi would be open to taking the reins at Spurs, but only if the club secure Premier League survival this season.

A separate report from The Telegraph claims that Tottenham have indeed made contingency plans in the event of Tudor’s departure, with 56-year-old Hutter believed to be a ‘serious contender’.

Spurs-linked manager Adi Hutter in profile

Hutter has been out of work since October last year when he was sacked by Ligue 1 club Monaco, where he won 51.61% of his games as manager over a two-and-a-half-year period.

Known for his proactive, aggressive brand of football, the Austrian-born boss began his coaching career in his homeland with Red Bull Salzburg Juniors in 2008 before working with Rheindorf Altach, SV Grodig and Red Bull Salzburg, managing over 200 games.

After a year in charge of Salzburg, Hutter spent just over three seasons with Swiss outfit Young Boys and won the Swiss Super Lig title in the 2017-18 campaign.

Hutter then gained experience in the Bundesliga with Eintracht Frankfurt, where he managed 141 games over three years, before spending only one season with Borussia Monchengladbach, leaving by mutual consent in May 2022 after just 37 games at the helm.

Tottenham have time to weigh up whether to swap Tudor for someone like Hutter, as they do not return to Premier League action for almost three weeks, with a tricky trip to Sunderland taking place on April 12.

Roberto De Zerbi is reportedly open to taking the permanent managerial role at Tottenham Hotspur, but only under one condition.

Spurs currently sit 18th in the Premier League table, just one point above West Ham United, with only seven matches remaining in the season.

The north London club replaced Thomas Frank with Igor Tudor, but the decision has not paid off, with the interim boss yet to secure a Premier League victory.

Tottenham’s wretched run continued with a 3-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest on Sunday, marking their seventh loss in the last eight league matches and extending their wait for a first Premier League win in 2026.

While the club showed support for Tudor following the recent passing of his father Mario, the Croatian is not expected to be considered for the permanent role at the end of the season, regardless of Tottenham’s final league position.

Roberto De Zerbi open to taking Spurs job?

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According to The Telegraph, De Zerbi will only consider taking the permanent role at Tottenham if the club secure Premier League survival this season.

The 46-year-old guided Marseille to a second-place finish in Ligue 1 last term, but is currently without a job after leaving the French side by mutual consent in February.

Having impressed during his time at Brighton & Hove Albion, De Zerbi is keen to manage a leading Premier League club in the future, which could be a boost for Spurs.

The Italian could also emerge as a potential candidate for the Manchester United job next season, or even Liverpool should the club decide to part ways with Arne Slot.

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De Zerbi’s front-foot, attacking style of football would be well-suited to Tottenham, while his previous Premier League experience makes him a strong candidate for the role.

The report also claims that former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is among the frontrunners for the job.

Tottenham fans share a strong bond with the Argentine, who remains committed to managing the United States national team until the end of the summer’s World Cup.

Humiliated by Nottingham Forest on Sunday (0-3), Tottenham are edging dangerously close to the relegation zone. Should the Spurs go down, which players would be heading for the exit this summer?

Tottenham's form in the Premier League has been nothing short of disastrous. Thrashed by Nottingham Forest on Sunday (0-3), Spurs have not won a league game since 28 December 2025, when they beat Crystal Palace (0-1) under then-manager Thomas Frank.

Since that victory, Igor Tudor has been appointed as head coach of the North London club, who have now gone 13 matches without a single win in the Premier League.

Following a mediocre start to the season, Tottenham now find themselves on the brink of the relegation zone, sitting 17th with just a one-point cushion over West Ham, who occupy the first relegation spot in 18th.

Van de Ven and Romero set for inevitable departures if Spurs go down

With Randal Kolo Muani already expected to return to PSG at the end of his loan spell (no purchase option included), the list of potential departures in the event of relegation promises to be extensive.

While Tottenham have struggled badly this season, they still boast a wealth of talented players who simply have no business playing in the Championship.

This is particularly true of their first-choice centre-back pairing, Van de Ven and Romero. Valued at £55m and £42.5m respectively by Transfermarkt, both defenders will be on the radar of Europe's top clubs.

The Dutch defender had already made the significant decision not to extend his contract with Tottenham, with Barcelona and Real Madrid both in pursuit.

Tottenham: gems and key players inevitably heading for the exit

In addition to the two centre-backs, the club's two marquee signings from last summer could also be on the move: Mohammed Kudus, who arrived for £54m, and Xavi Simons, signed for £55m.

The Ghanaian is already reported to be on Atletico Madrid's radar. It is equally difficult to imagine the club's two other major signings this season, Mathys Tel and Conor Gallagher, playing in the English second tier next year.

This situation could also push promising youngsters towards the exit, such as Luka Vuskovic, who has already caught the eye of Barcelona and Hansi Flick, as well as Archie Gray, who is reportedly attracting interest from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.

Tottenham Hotspur view the upcoming international break as the perfect opportunity to sack Igor Tudor, the latest report has claimed.

The Londoners' top-flight status was thrown further into jeopardy on Sunday, when they were beaten 3-0 by Nottingham Forest.

Spurs ended the weekend in 17th place in the Premier League with just 30 points, one point above 18th-place West Ham United, who face last-placed Wolverhampton Wanderers after the international break.

Interim boss Igor Tudor has now overseen five losses, one draw and one win in his seven games in charge, and his failure to win any of his five league matches has fuelled calls for him to be dismissed.

Football Insider report that Tottenham are accelerating plans to make a change in the dugout in the international break, with the pause of domestic football seen as a perfect opportunity to sack the head coach.

Harry Redknapp? Who should Tottenham appoint?

With just seven games remaining in the Premier League season, any new appointment in the dugout will have to have an immediate impact.

Former manager Harry Redknapp has been touted as a potential candidate to succeed Tudor, especially after he insisted that he would be willing to take on the job earlier in March.

Though the 79-year-old has not been in charge of a team since 2017, he is remembered fondly for his spell at Tottenham, and a feel-good factor may be enough to guide the team to safety.

Will Spurs avoid relegation if they sack Igor Tudor?

If Tottenham are to survive this season, they will likely have to pick up points in their next three games, which come against Sunderland, Brighton & Hove Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The club's last four games come against Aston Villa, Leeds United, Chelsea and Everton, and all four sides are either battling for a place in Europe or for their survival.

West Ham are projected to total 36 points, so picking up two more wins for Tottenham could be enough to secure top-flight survival, though it would depend on goal difference.

Sunderland have taken points from sides like Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool, while Brighton and Wolves have also picked up points against elite teams, and any new manager must avoid underestimating Spurs' upcoming opponents.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven was taken off against Nottingham Forest for tactical reasons, assistant Bruno Saltor has revealed.

The Londoners' plight in the Premier League has worsened following their damaging 3-0 defeat against Forest at home on Sunday, with the club now 17th in the table.

Spurs were trailing 1-0 at half time after Igor Jesus scored from a corner, and supporters grew more concerned when defender Van de Ven did not return after the interval.

Igor Tudor's assistant Bruno Saltor took questions after the game due to the interim manager suffering a family bereavement, and he insisted that Van de Ven was not injured.

Speaking to reporters, Saltor revealed the changes made at half time were tactical, saying: "No [he is not injured]. It was a sub with the intention to give more dynamic in the left side and have more legs going forward. I thought that was like a tactical sub."

The Dutchman played as a left-back in the first half but he was replaced by Destiny Udogie, who is a more natural full-back.

Has Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero let Spurs down?

Van de Ven cannot be faulted for looking poor as a left-back against Forest given he prefers to play as a centre-back, but he has also made numerous costly mistakes throughout the season.

It should also be noted that the defender was sent off against Crystal Palace on March 5 after making a foul in the penalty area, and his dismissal eventually led to Tottenham collapsing and losing 3-1.

The 24-year-old has not been the only established defender to have made errors this season, with Cristian Romero at times guilty of playing recklessly.

If Spurs are relegated from the Premier League, senior pros such as Van de Ven and Romero will rightly come in for significant criticism.

Relegation battle: What next for Tottenham Hotspur?

If the Lilywhites were concerned about the threat of relegation before today's result, then alarm bells will be ringing around the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The defeat against Forest has left Spurs on 30 points, one more than 18th-placed West Ham United, and two fewer than 16th-placed Forest.

There are only seven matches remaining in the Premier League season, and they face a difficult schedule, with the club set to play Sunderland away from home on April 12, before taking on Brighton & Hove Albion six days later.

West Ham will play Leeds United and Wolverhampton Wanderers next in the top flight, and it would not be surprising if Spurs dropped into the bottom three with five games left.

Tottenham Hotspur have identified Villarreal striker Georges Mikautadze as a signing that could take their attack to the next level, according to a report.

The Lilywhites were linked with a switch for the former Metz and Lyon man late last year ahead of the January transfer window, but nothing materialised during the most recent market.

Mikautadze only joined Villarreal in the last summer window, and the Georgia international has hit the ground running in Spain with 11 goals and five assists from his first 34 games at the club.

Mikautadze scored and provided an assist in Friday's 3-1 La Liga victory over Real Sociedad, and he was also on target in a 2-2 Champions League draw with Juventus during the league phase.

The 25-year-old is under contract with the Yellow Submarine for another five seasons, but according to reports in Spain - relayed by TheBoyHotspur - Spurs remain firmly interested in his services.

Tottenham 'willing to pay £52.1m' for Villarreal's Georges Mikautadze

The report adds that Tottenham would be willing to fork out around £52.1m to sign Mikautadze - whom they have admired for a while - next summer, a figure that would see Villarreal make a serious profit on the striker.

The La Liga giants forked out £26.9m to bring Mikautadze to the club from Lyon last year, while the French titans were under pressure to make major sales after their provisional relegation to Ligue 2.

Villarreal would find it 'difficult' to reject such a fee for the Georgian attacker, who would become their most expensive departure of all time if Spurs did end up coughing up over £50m for his services.

The Yellow Submarine's transfer record was broken last summer, when Atletico Madrid signed Alex Baena in a £36.5m deal, but Spurs would have no problem offering Villarreal an unprecedented fee.

Which attackers could leave Tottenham this summer?

Tottenham writing out a cheque for £52.1m is dependent on the Lilywhites avoiding a catastrophic relegation to the Championship, which remains a serious risk heading into the final stretch of the season.

Igor Tudor's men take on Nottingham Forest in a demotion six-pointer on Sunday, and defeat could drop them below the dotted line in the Premier League table if West Ham United get the better of Aston Villa.

Spurs' prospective relegation could trigger a mass attacking exodus of the likes of Xavi Simons, Mohammed Kudus, Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke, while Randal Kolo Muani's loan move would not be made permanent.

Regardless of whether Spurs stay up, Richarlison would be a candidate for a move away, as the 28-year-old is only under contract until 2027 with no sign of an extension in sight.

Today's Premier League predictions include Tottenham Hotspur's trip to Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United's home clash with rivals Sunderland.

Newcastle United vs. Sunderland (Sunday, 12pm)

The county of Tyne and Wear stands still at 12pm on Sunday, when Newcastle United and Sunderland contest a colossal Tyne-Wear derby in the Premier League.

The Magpies return home with their tails tucked between their legs after the events of midweek, but the Black Cats have struggled to curse those who have crossed their path in recent times too.

We say: Newcastle 2-1 Sunderland

While Sunderland are suffering from a handful of injury doubts - to key players too - there is an air of uncertainty about Sunday's showdown, but the visitors' recent attacking displays have not been pretty.

Derby day can still bring out the best and worst in both sets of players, but on this occasion, we are backing Newcastle to finally snap their disheartening winless run in the Tyne-Wear affair.

> Click here to read our full preview for Newcastle United vs. Sunderland, including team news and possible lineups

Tottenham Hotspur vs. Nottingham Forest (Sunday, 2.15pm)

Fresh from a first yet inconsequential victory under Igor Tudor, Tottenham Hotspur's quest for a maiden Premier League win of 2026 continues on Sunday, against relegation rivals Nottingham Forest.

The Lilywhites and the Tricky Trees are separated by just one place and one point in the lower reaches of the Premier League table, and both are at risk of dropping below the dreaded dotted line if things go awry.

We say: Tottenham 2-1 Nottingham Forest

Whether Tudor is indeed just papering over the Tottenham cracks remains to be seen, but - whisper it quietly - Spurs finally look more like a football team again.

Forest's midweek fatigue should not play too big a part given Pereira's rotations, but with the hosts' attacking options all cutting the mustard recently, we have faith in the Lilywhites to finally snap their Premier League hoodoo and take a massive step towards survival.

> Click here to read our full preview for Tottenham vs. Forest, including team news and possible lineups

Aston Villa vs. West Ham United (Sunday, 2.15pm)

In danger of slipping out of the coveted Champions League positions, Aston Villa welcome relegation-threatened West Ham United to Villa Park in the 31st round of Premier League action on Sunday.

While 14 places separate the clubs in the table, West Ham are undeniably in healthier shape than their West Midlands hosts, who could lose a fourth successive top-flight match for the first time under Unai Emery.

We say: Aston Villa 1-1 West Ham

West Ham’s upswing in form and Bowen’s creative influence could expose Villa’s fragility at key moments.

While Villa may ultimately avoid defeat, the spoils could be shared in the West Midlands, with Emery steering clear of a fourth consecutive league loss for the first time in his career.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly targeting Jonathan David as they look to strengthen their attacking options in the summer transfer window.

After enjoying five successful seasons with Lille, David secured a move to Juventus last summer, but has struggled to consistently deliver at the level expected of him.

The Canadian forward has started 16 Serie A matches this season, making a further 12 appearances from the bench, while contributing five goals and four assists.

The 26-year-old has also been deployed in a deeper attacking role at times and has registered two goals and one assist in nine Champions League appearances.

With regular minutes proving hard to come by, speculation is growing that David could seek a move away from Turin, and Tottenham are believed to be monitoring the situation closely.

Tottenham eye move for Jonathan David?

According to a report from Football Insider, Spurs have begun exploring options to sign a new striker following a disappointing campaign.

The north London club have long admired David, but a potential move could hinge on their ability to secure Champions League football next season.

However, that scenario appears increasingly unlikely, with Tottenham currently languishing in 16th place in the Premier League table and firmly entrenched in a relegation battle.

Furthermore, David remains under contract with Juventus until 2030, meaning any deal would require a significant financial outlay.

Spurs facing uncertainty ahead of summer window

Tottenham’s immediate focus will be on securing their Premier League status, with longer-term transfer planning likely to remain secondary for now.

Relegation would almost certainly trigger a major squad exodus and significantly weaken the club’s ability to attract high-profile signings.

Even if they avoid the drop, uncertainty persists over the future of Igor Tudor, who could face the sack amid the team’s struggles.

Separated by just one point and one place in the Premier League standings, Tottenham Hotspur and Nottingham Forest face off on Sunday for precious points in the relegation dogfight.

Both sides enjoyed varying degrees of European success in the week, as Spurs claimed an inconsequential 3-2 Champions League win over Atletico Madrid, while the Garibaldi bested FC Midtjylland on penalties to make the Europa League quarter-finals.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest Tottenham and Nottingham Forest injury news ahead of Sunday's game.

TOTTENHAM vs. NOTTINGHAM FOREST

TOTTENHAM

Out: Yves Bissouma (muscle), Ben Davies (ankle), Mohammed Kudus (thigh), Rodrigo Bentancur (thigh), Wilson Odobert (knee), Dejan Kulusevski (knee) and James Maddison (knee)

Doubtful: Dominic Solanke (hip), Joao Palhinha (head)

Sports Mole's predicted XI: Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Sarr, Gray; Tel, Simons, Richarlison; Kolo Muani

NOTTINGHAM FOREST

Out: Willy Boly (knee), Jair Cunha (ankle), Chris Wood (knee), Nicolo Savona (knee), John Victor (knee)

Doubtful: Callum Hudson-Odoi (unspecified)

Inter Milan are reportedly intensifying their efforts to sign Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

The Nerazzurri have long been admirers of the Italy international and previously attempted to secure his services during his time at Empoli in 2023.

However, the financial muscle of the Premier League saw the shot-stopper move to North London instead, where he has since established himself as a key figure.

Vicario has played 92 Premier League games for the London side and made a total of 116 appearances in all competitions, now in his third season with the 2025 Europa League winners.

With Spurs currently enduring a tumultuous season that has seen them drop toward the relegation zone, the 29-year-old is understood to be seeking a return to his homeland.

The Italian giants are now poised to act as they look to refresh their own options between the sticks.

Inter director reportedly travels to London for Vicario transfer talks

According to a report from Calciomercato, Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio has flown to London to formalise interest in the goalkeeper.

The Italian giants are keen to capitalise on the disarray at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where the club sit 17th in the Premier League table.

Vicario has reportedly given the green light for the move as he looks to escape the toxic atmosphere currently surrounding the Lilywhites.

The potential summer move comes as Inter look to resolve their own goalkeeping situation, with several senior figures facing uncertain futures at the San Siro.

Inter 'plan goalkeeping overhaul' as Sommer contract nears end

The potential arrival of Vicario could signal the end of Yann Sommer’s tenure in Milan as the veteran's contract approaches its expiration date.

Inter are also reportedly considering a departure for backup choice Josep Martinez, who has failed to convince the coaching staff since his arrival from RB Leipzig.

Securing a proven Serie A performer like Vicario would provide the Nerazzurri with long-term stability as they aim to remain competitive in both domestic and European competitions.