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Tottenham to Sack Manager, Eyes Robbie Keane Replacement

3/11/2026

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Summary

Tudor's Dismissal Expected

Tottenham Hotspur is set to sack interim manager Igor Tudor after a 25-day tenure.
A 5-2 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid underscores the club's poor form.
Robbie Keane, the former player, is identified as the preferred replacement who manages Ferencvaros.
Tottenham also considers Ryan Mason and Sean Dyche.
Keane has expressed interest in the role.

Summary

Tudor's Imminent Dismissal

Tottenham Hotspur's interim manager Igor Tudor faces imminent dismissal after a 5-2 Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid.
The match saw Tottenham fall 3-0 in 15 minutes as keeper Antonin Kinsky was substituted after 17 minutes.
Critics, including Jamie O'Hara, called Tudor a "fraud" and urged immediate sacking.
The club has lost four matches under Tudor.
A decision on Tudor's future is expected before the upcoming Liverpool game.

History

Historical Context

Tottenham Hotspur's managerial instability has been evident since André Villas-Boas was sacked in December 2013 after a 5-0 loss to Liverpool, despite achieving a record 72 points that season. This pattern continued with Igor Tudor facing scrutiny after a recent 5-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid, highlighting the club's ongoing struggle for consistent performance in the Premier League and European competitions.

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Tudor's Dismissal Expected

Tottenham Hotspur is set to sack interim manager Igor Tudor after a 25-day tenure.
A 5-2 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid underscores the club's poor form.
Robbie Keane, the former player, is identified as the preferred replacement who manages Ferencvaros.
Tottenham also considers Ryan Mason and Sean Dyche.
Keane has expressed interest in the role.

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