Cristian Stellini has revealed that Antonio Conte won't be in the Tottenham dugout vs Sheffield United and that his return date will be determined by the doctor. Undergoing surgery to remove his gallbladder at the start of the month, the 53-year-old was absent for the Premier League home win over Man City but returned to their Hotspur Way base four days later ahead of the trip to Leicester City.
Taking his place in the dugout at the King Power Stadium but having a backseat role with Stellini the one shouting instructions from the touchline, Conte was again in the technical area for the Champions League defeat at AC Milan. However, it was confirmed two days after the loss at the San Siro that he would remain in his homeland to fully recover from his surgery following a post-operation check.
Watching on from home but still playing a key role in the West Ham and Chelsea wins, Stellini indicated to the BBC after the victory over the Blues that Conte would return "this week". Facing the media once again to preview the FA Cup fifth round tie away at Sheffield United, the Spurs assistant head coach opened up on Conte's return date.
