‘Wow’, 'Phew', ‘Stunning’ - Media blown away by ‘one to watch’ out of Tottenham
Taking to Twitter, numerous journalists in the national media have been left stunned by Tottenham Hotspur news involving manager Antonio Conte.
The Lilywhites’ regrettable 1-0 defeat away to Burnley on Wednesday night arguably comes as the Italian’s lowest point since taking charge in November.
The result was compounded because Tottenham had actually secured a huge three points away to Premier League champions Manchester City just a few days prior to their shock reverse at Turf Moor.
What followed after Spurs’ disappointing trip to Lancashire was an emotional outburst courtesy of Conte, with the Italian openly hinting that he could leave the club.
Sharing that message in what is big news out of N17, there has been no shortage of reaction from various members of the English press.
As Conte pulls no punches in his message to Spurs after the Burnley loss, reporters far and wide have given their reaction, with some sharing their belief on what this could mean for the club.
Here’s what these reporters had to say:
“Stunning stuff from Antonio Conte, questioning his own future at Tottenham after their loss to Burnley – their fourth in five games. The only one they didn’t lose? The win at Man City. Spurs had fourth place in their sights, now it looks as distant dream. Worrying times.” – Graeme Bailey, 90min reporter and transfer insider.
“Wow, Conte is one to watch. Explosive comments tonight.” – Nizaar Kinsella, Goal.
“Antonio Conte, one of the best managers in the world, basically asking to be fired is one of the most Spurs things I’ve ever seen.” – Toby Cudworth, 90min.
“WOW. If Conte walks many fans who have never previously raised their voice against ENIC will collectively do so joining those who already have. Tomorrow will