Matt Doherty hopes Antonio Conte stays with Tottenham for ‘as long as possible’

22.03.2023 - 10:25 breakingnews.ie

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

The Italian, whose contract is due to expire during the summer, has found himself under the spotlight following a weekend rant during which he accused his players of lacking professionalism and questioned the club’s culture over the last two decades.

Conte spoke out after seeing his team squander a 3-1 Premier League lead at Southampton to draw 3-3, prompting suggestions his tenure could be ended prematurely.

However, Republic of Ireland international Doherty, who left Spurs for Atletico Madrid in January, said: “Look, I hope he stays for a long time at Tottenham. “He’s an unbelievable coach, an unbelievable manager.

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Son Heung-Min has spoken honestly since Antonio Conte’s departure as Tottenham Hotspur head coach and insists he «should have shown more» during the Italian’s tenure in charge. Conte’s exit from Spurs was confirmed on Sunday, with his former assistant Cristian Stellini and Ryan Mason set to take charge for the remainder of the season. Ad The former Inter Milan and Juventus boss has expressed his gratitude to the club’s fans after leaving North London, while Son’s team-mate Dejan Kulusevski, expressed his sadness to see Conte leave but stressed the need to move on.

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Antonio Conte has left Tottenham "by mutual agreement" after 16 months in charge, the Premier League club announced on Sunday. His departure comes after the Italian's extraordinary post-match rant following a 3-3 draw at Southampton on March 18, a game in which they blew a 3-1 lead. The 53-year-old, who took over in November 2021, will be replaced by his assistant Cristian Stellini until the end of the season. "We can announce that head coach Antonio Conte has left the club by mutual agreement," a club statement read.