EPL: Conte future at Spurs doubtful amid contract rethink

Tottenham Hotspur manager, Antonio Conte’s future is in doubt.

The Daily Mail says Conte’s position is increasingly uncertain with the club’s worrying form emerging as a key factor in deciding the Italian’s long-term future.

The former Chelsea and Inter Milan manager’s position is unclear following yet another defeat – a 2-0 loss against bitter rivals Arsenal – as Spurs enter the second half of the season.

Conte’s existing deal expires in the summer, though the club have the option of extending by 12 months.

However, there is an understanding from all parties that it would be self-defeating to activate the extension if their visions for the club are not aligned.

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Conte has made clear he wants to be convinced of Spurs ambition if he is to commit his future given his reputation as a trophy-winning coach.

However, the team’s results and performances have been under the spotlight behind-the-scenes at Spurs in recent months following a difficult run that has seen them win just three of their previous nine Premier League matches.