Tottenham knew exactly what they had signed up for when they hired Antonio Conte in November 2021 to replace Nuno Espirito Santo.
They accepted his demanding and intense style of management in the hope it would return silverware. "His track record speaks for itself, with vast experience and trophies in both Italy and England," said managing director of football Fabio Paratici at the time.
Spurs had tried to hire Conte over the summer but opted for Nuno after talks broke down. Just 17 games into the new season they sacked the ex-Wolves boss and bowed to Conte’s wishes. So began the start of a reign which has now unravelled to reveal a dysfunctional and fractured relationship behind the scenes at the club.
