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Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte has told Cristian Romero exactly what he expects of him this season.

The Italian coach has forged a reputation for building a fearsome defence at just about every side he has taken charge of – and it appears Romero could help him do that in north London. And Conte has now detailed the two characteristics he expects to see from his defenders this season.

It comes as the 1-0 loss to Jose Mourinho's AS Roma led to an unlikely partnership forming within Conte's side. And Peter Schmeichel has revealed whether he thinks Spurs will challenge for the Premier League title this season.

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Antonio Conte has told Cristiano Romero of the two crucial things he wants from the defender this season.

The Argentinian enjoyed a highly productive first season at Spurs after joining on loan from Italian side Atalanta. But despite largely impressing, Conte had to warn Romero over his disciplinary record as he picked up 12 yellow cards in all competitions

And now Conte has told his defender to have "a hot heart and a cold mind" if he wants to be a "winner", football.london reports. He said: "You have to be ready to fight in the right way, but you also have to pay great attention. At the same time, I like when my team go to help another player to create a special unity.

"But every