Assistant coach Mason takes over
Tottenham Hotspur make another managerial change four weeks after Antonio Conte’s departure. The performance in the violent 1: 6 smack against Newcastle, a direct competitor for the European Cup places, was “completely unacceptable”, emphasized club boss Daniel Levy in a statement. Now Cristian Stellini, Conte’s previous assistant, who took over on an interim basis, is also being dismissed as coach. From now on, assistant coach and ex-professional Ryan Mason will be in charge of the team.
The side’s performance at Newcastle, where Spurs were 5-0 down after just over 20 minutes, was “devastating,” Levy wrote. But he also stated: “Cristian stepped in at a difficult point in our season and I would like to thank him for the professional manner in which he and his coaching staff behaved at such a challenging time. We wish him and his team all the best.” Feyenoord’s successful coach Arne Slot or ex-Bayern coach Julian Nagelsmann are considered coach candidates from the summer. In the event of a bankruptcy in the upcoming league game against Manchester United, placed ahead of Spurs, Tottenham threatens to lose further ground.
Mason made 70 appearances for Tottenham as a player and, Levy assures, “knows the club”. Under Conte, the former youth head coach of the “Lilywhites” acted as technical coach. “I met with the players’ committee today – the squad is determined to pull together to ensure the season ends in the best possible way,” added Levy, assuring to the fans, “We are all aware that we Have to deliver performances that deserve your great support.” Before leaving, ex-coach Conte had caused a stir with criticism of the team and club.
Club update from Daniel
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) April 24, 2023
To home page