Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte to remain in Italy after check-up, Cristian Stellini to take charge

Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte will remain in Italy following a check-up after his gallbladder surgery, the club confirmed on Thursday. Conte, 53, returned to the touchline after missing a few games as he recovered from the surgery, but he did admit that he defied doctor’s orders by returning to work. Ad And now, following the 1-0 defeat away at AC Milan on Tuesday evening, the club have confirmed that the Italian will stay at his family home for a bit more recovery time.

Champions League'Trust in them justified' – Conte praises Skipp and Sarr after Milan lossYESTERDAY AT 23:32 As per Conte’s previous absence Cristian Stellini, his assistant, will lead the first team. Tottenham’s statement read “Following a routine post-operation check in Italy yesterday, Antonio Conte will remain at his family home to recover from his recent surgery. “Health is the most important consideration and everyone at the club wishes him well.

“Cristian Stellini will assume first team duties.” Speaking ahead of the Milan game Conte said he defied doctor’s orders to return, adding that he wasn’t at his fittest. Cole picks two players who give PSG 'glimmer of hope' against Bayern Potter takes positives from Dortmund defeat — 'We're a team in progress' Ferdinand sees Chelsea bright spots but blasts recruitment decisions — 'That's a problem' “The doctor’s recommendation is to stay calm for 15 days,” Conte revealed. “He had advised me not to return, but you have a sense of responsibility that you want to stay every moment with your players, to breathe the environment in every situation.