Antonio Conte's latest post-match comments have caused something of a stir as Tottenham's season of toil continues. The top-four contenders slipped to a disappointing home defeat to Aston Villa on Sunday, losing ground on Manchester United and Newcastle United.
Conte is the the third manager tasked with a rebuild at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium following the departure of Mauricio Pochettino. The Premier League winner guided the club to a place in this season's Champions League, pipping rivals Arsenal at the post last term.
Conte was backed in the region of £150 million in the summer transfer window as he looked to reshape an ageing squad. Richarlison signed for close to a club-record fee, with substantial sums also paid to make the deal for Cristian Romero permanent, as well as seeing off competition for Yves Bissouma.